Description
The Green at Fortuna Park is an exciting addition to Britain's oldest recorded town Colchester, situated south west of the town centre. A stunning new range of attractive 2, 3 and 4 bedroom houses will be available later this year. So whether you are a first time buyer, a young couple, downsizer, investor or simply seeking room for a growing brood, you'll find it at The Green, Fortuna Park.
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Specification
The new homes at Fortuna Park offer a fantastic contemporary lifestyle overlooking The Green. These homes are superbly equipped with an exceptional specification, including fabulous fitted kitchens with fully integrated appliances, ceramic floor tiling and landscaped front and turfed rear gardens. These really are the best new homes in Colchester.
KITCHEN
• Fully fitted Paula Rosa kitchen with gloss oak finish doors and contrasting dark grey laminate worktop
• Stainless steel sink with mixer tap
• Stainless steel gas hob, extractor and splash back to hob
• Single electric oven to two bedroom houses
• Double electric oven to three and four bedroom houses
• Space and electric supply for a washing machine
• Four bedroom houses have an integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer
BATHROOM, EN SUITE and CLOAKROOM
• The bathroom, en suite and cloakroom at The Green,
Fortuna Park feature sleek modern sanitaryware with chrome brassware
• Ceramic wall tiles to bathroom, half height around bath
• Ceramic wall tiles, full height to shower cubicle in en suite
• Cloakroom handbasin splash backs
• White heated towel rail to bathroom and en suite
CENTRAL HEATING AND HOT WATER SYSTEM
• Houses have gas central heating with energy efficient condensing boilers
ELECTRICAL FEATURES
• Recessed halogen downlighters to kitchen, bathroom and en suite
• TV sockets and telephone points provided to various locations
• Shaver points and extractor to bathroom and en suite
DECORATION
• Dulux Gardenia matt emulsion to all internal walls except to bathroom and en suite which are painted brilliant white
• Satin white paint finish to all internal joinery
• Brilliant white matt emulsion to the smooth plastered ceilings
SECURITY
• Mains powered smoke detectors with battery back-up to ground floor hallway and landing
• Front door has night latch, 5 lever mortice deadlock and door viewer
• Rear door to houses have multi locking mechanism
GARAGE
• Painted steel up and over garage door
NHBC 10 YEAR WARRANTY
Every home from Countryside Annington (Colchester) Ltd at The Green, Fortuna Park carries the NHBC warranty against structural defects for a ten year period following the date of build completion. Each property is thoroughly inspected by our Customer Care team before being handed over to its owner, and advice is given regarding the best way to look after your new home in the future.
Leisure facilities
The Green at Fortuna Park provides a perfect location to explore the town’s exciting attractions. Norman Keeps, the Roman Temple of Claudius, St Botolph’s Priory, with beaches and seaside pubs are all a drive away. The museum, the famous zoo and not to mention the many walking opportunities amongst the glorious Constable country, makes Colchestera perfect place to unwind and explore.
Catching up with friends, getting away from it all or a family day out... whatever kind of escape you're after, Fortuna Park puts you within easy reach of masses of places to visit. Norman keeps, the Roman Temple of Claudius, St. Botolph's Priory, beaches* and seaside pubs. Picturesque lakes**, museums, the zoo, not to mention the numerous perfect spots amongst acres of glorious Constable country. From the interesting and the historical, to the peaceful and the tranquil.
Local shopping
Closer to home, The Green at Fortuna Park is well located for local amenities. A short distance from the development you'll find sports and leisure facilities including the Clarice House day spa, Colchester United and an attractive parkland. A good selection of local shopping facilities and restaurants can be found a short stroll away and there are numerous facilities within a mile’s radius including nurseries, infant and secondary schools and doctors’ surgeries.
If your idea of heaven is whiling away the hours hitting the town, vibrant Colchester will not disappoint. There are tons of fashionable High Street names, plus more than a smattering of fun and funky independent outlets and cool boutiques just waiting to be explored.
And, once you’ve shopped ‘til you’re ready to drop you can take the weight off your feet and grab a bite in your choice of the town’s lively bars, cafes, restaurants and eateries.
Colchester town centre is within easy reach, offering high street favourites and a selection of independent boutiques. Colchester also hosts a vibrant street market every Friday and Saturday stretching throughout the town. The Farmers' Market held on the first Friday of each month at the Arts Centre makes Colchester the perfect venue for all your shopping needs.
The town’s exceptional restaurants and mix of bars, cafés, pubs and clubs means there is something for everyone and for all tastes.
Nearest schools:
- St Michael's Primary School and Nursery (0.2 miles)
- Montgomery Junior School - Primary (0.3 miles)
- Montgomery Infant School & Nursery - Primary (0.3 miles)
Transport links
By Road
Major routes such as the A12, A134 and A120 all run from Colchester providing a last link to the likes of Chelmsford, Braintree and Ipswich. In fact, take the A12 beyond Chelmsford and you'll find yourself within comfortable driving distance of the M25 for London, or take the A133 and head for the coast, while the A120 provides a direct link to the M11.
By Train
If you prefer to let the train take the strain, the mainline station at Colchester provides regular services to London Liverpool Street in under an hour.
By Air
If you have to travel further afield for business or pleasure, the international airport at Stansted is just 33 miles away via the A120, or Luton, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports are easily accessible via the motorway network.
Finding Us
Leave the A12 at junction 26, and follow the A1124 (Essex Yeomanry Way) towards Colchester and Stanway. Go over the roundabout to stay on the A1124 to Colchester (now London Road). Follow this road until you reach the traffic lights with Straight Road, at which you turn right. Follow Straight Road, going over several mini roundabouts, until you reach the end, then turn left and immediately right into Gosbecks Road. Follow Gosbecks Road, go over the roundabout (to continue on Gosbecks Road) and follow to the end then turn left into the B1026 (Layer Road). Take the first turning into Lordswood Road. The Green, Fortuna Park is on the left.
Nearest stations:
Driving directions
Leave the A12 at junction 26, and follow the A1124 (Essex Yeomanry Way) towards Colchester and Stanway.
Go over the roundabout to stay on the A1124 to Colchester (now London Road). Follow this road until you reach the traffic lights with Straight Road, at which you turn right.
Follow Straight Road, going over several mini roundabouts, until you reach the end, then turn left and immediately right onto Gosbecks Road.
Follow Gosbecks Road, go over the roundabout (to continue on Gosbecks Road) and follow to the end then turn left into the B1026 (Layer Road).
Take the first turning into Lordswood
Road. Fortuna Park is on the left.
Fortuna Park
Lordswood Road
Colchester
Essex
CO2 9HZ
Opening Times
Thursday - Monday 10am-5pm
Call directly
Tel: 0843 314 2775 BT 4p/min
Site plan
About Countryside Properties
Countryside Properties has been established for more than 50 years and is a responsible developer of new homes and communities. We are also specialists in regeneration. Our vision is to create outstanding new homes in excellent locations for people to enjoy, now and in the future.
We have a proven track record in creating high quality homes and places that our customers enjoy and which stand the test of time. In recognition, we hold more CABE Building for Life Standards than any other privately owned developer. Indeed, we were the first housing developer to receive the most highly prized architectural award of the RIBA Stirling Prize.
Individual design solutions
Our individual design solutions integrate with and enhance the surrounding natural and built environment to create places of distinctive character. We deliver imaginative design solutions for every new home and development we build. Such good design helps to create a community, improves safety and security, and enhances our customer’s quality of life.
The Countryside Properties name is a byword for design excellence, much sought after by discerning homebuyers seeking a higher quality of life.
For further information visit http://www.countryside-properties.com/outstanding-new-homes.
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