We are delighted to offer this stunning, imposing and private Victorian detached family home with an Annexe.
It’s bursting with character and original features. It simply must be seen to be fully appreciated, so please call now to book a viewing<br /><br />
Frontage
This private residence is beautifully concealed by an ornate high wall with stunning oak security gate. Beyond is an enclosed front courtyard
Entrance Hall (8.28m x 2.95m)
Magnificent grand entrance hall with imposing Victorian staircase and tiled floor, granting access to the ground floor reception rooms and the two cellar rooms
Plant / Boiler Room / Cellar (3.4m x 3.3m)
Twin boilers and general storage
Wine Cellar (3.4m x 2.18m)
Living Room (9.86m x 5.54m)
Enormous dual aspect living room with bayed windows to front and the side as well as a rare sash door. This stunning family room also features ornate plaster work on the ceiling and wood panelling, adding real character. There is also a full height bookcase to one end
Study (3.3m x 3.02m)
Window to front aspect. Access to coat and boot room
Reception / Music Room (4.24m x 4m)
Presently used as a music room, but could be repurposed as a hobby room, dining room, second office or ground floor bedroom as required. This stunning room benefits a bespoke ceramic floor with mosaic centre piece and a real open fire
Cloakroom (1.57m x 1.1m)
Accessed via music room. Window to side aspect, WC and wash basin
Kitchen / Diner (9.45m x 4.06m)
This stunning kitchen is an incredible family space. Incorporating under floor heating, Three low threshold double doors to the rear garden, a window to the front aspect and a sky light window. The kitchen benefits a modern island with inset gas hob, as well as fitted wall and base units with plenty of storage and double oven.
Master Bedroom (9.02m x 5m)
This spacious dual aspect master suite was originally two separate rooms. It could be converted back with ease if required, but at present offers a magnificent master bedroom with two bayed windows. The room also offers a dedicated 9’4” x 5’4” dressing area
Bedroom (5.46m x 3.38m)
Two windows to front aspect. First Floor. Access to en-suite
En-Suite Shower Room (3m x 1.1m)
Walk in shower, wash basin and WC
Bedroom (4.3m x 4m)
Windows to rear aspect. First Floor
Bathroom (3.96m x 3.96m)
Window to rear aspect. Free-standing bath on corner plinth, walk in multi-head shower, Double sink with vanity unit, WC and urinal
Bedroom (5.2m x 3.63m)
Second floor. Dual aspect windows to side and rear
Laundry / Storage Room (4.6m x 3.56m)
Velux window, butler sink and space for appliances. Additional storage space
Annexe
The three bedroom annexe offers additional self-sufficient accommodation. It is presently let privately on a periodic contract and can achieve over £900 pcm
Annexe Kitchen / Living Area (5.23m x 3.1m)
Door to garden, living room area and fitted kitchen
Annexe Bedroom (3.58m x 2.7m)
Window to front aspect and sky lantern
Annexe Bedroom (4.11m x 3.3m)
Double doors to courtyard and twin sky lanterns
Annexe Bedroom (2.7m x 2.24m)
Sky Lantern
Annexe Shower Room (2.6m x 1.7m)
Walk-in shower with glass screens, wash basin and WC
Outside
There is a gated drive way with space for two smaller vehicles (back to back) or one larger vehicle. There is additional parking available in the surrounding roads with residents and visitors parking permits.
There is a well established courtyard style garden wrapping the rear and side of the plot, with different patio style seating areas and a magnificent original Victorian copper roofed summer house.
Location
This home couldn’t be better located as it sits within a short walking distance of
• The town centre, • Two train stations (Access London in just over an hour)
• Three super-markets, • A recreation ground, • A doctor’s surgery
• Four primary schools and two secondary schools with a "Good" rating and also Colchester Royal Grammar school and Colchester County High School for Girls, rated as "outstanding".
Agents Note
Council Tax Band E (house) and Band A (annexe).
EPC raing E (house) and D (annexe)