Description
Two collections of beautiful properties that offer something for everyone.
The Contemporary Collection
Clean cut and sharp, this collection comprises 29 stunning new build houses surrounding a central Grade II Listed building and former chapel. Each stylish property is meticulously designed and built to the highest standards, with an emphasis on quality features and handcrafted finishes. This isn’t just a standalone new development. Careful consideration has been given to the architectural heritage of the Victorian centrepiece, ensuring a tasteful addition to an area steeped in history.
This is an opportunity not to be missed. A chance to be part of a new legacy.
The Heritage Collection
Intricate and established, this collection comprises gorgeous period apartments and houses, with completely new stylish interiors. Lovingly converted from historical Grade II Listed Victorian buildings and a former chapel. Every refined inch of refurbishment has been undertaken to the highest of specifications, incorporating sleek contemporary finishes, whilst maintaining an air of symmetry, elegance and grandeur. There’s more… Beautifully landscaped private gardens provide a fresh, tranquil green space, adding the finishing touches to an excellent example of elite restoration.
This is grand living. This is your heritage.
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Specification
The Contemporary Collection
There’s a pleasant neighbourhood feel to this carefully planned collection of new homes. Each property has its own private garden and sits comfortably around the grand Victorian centrepiece.
The Heritage Collection
A centrepiece of intricately refurbished Victorian architecture, these are modern homes in an historic setting. And they’re perfectly complemented, with two large, pleasant gardens and attractive surroundings.
Classic interiors with a modern twist. These are high specification homes with quality features and style.
It’s all in the detail
Not one inch of our expertly designed interiors is left to chance. We believe in fitting our homes with high quality, contemporary features and finishes. So, from stainless steel kitchen appliances to white bathroom sanitary ware and chrome taps to towel rails, every little detail is finished, and finished well. We even invite you to have your say, because at the end of the day it is your home.
Leisure facilities
Steeped in history. Brimming with opportunity.
Places to be, stories to tell. This is where history and contemporary living fit seamlessly together. Famous for being Britain’s oldest recorded town, Colchester has everything. Discover and explore the richest of local histories at a variety of local museums including the fantastic Colchester Castle, or visit the beautifully set Colchester Zoo for an award winning family day out.
The town itself boasts an incredible mix of activities. The intersecting quaint side streets provide a plethora of cafes, independent boutiques and public art. The bigger names including M&S, Williams & Griffin, Next, Oasis and Debenhams occupy the High Street, Culver Square and the Lion Walk Centre. Night times are more than catered for with an abundance of restaurants, bistros, bars and clubs, whilst the more cultured soul can immerse themselves in one of the many nationally acclaimed productions at the Mercury Theatre. Don’t forget about the abundance of art galleries and the new Firstsite Visual Arts Facility. There’s even the opportunity to watch history in the making at the newly built Community Stadium, home of Colchester United Football Club. This town may be old, but it definitely isn’t boring.
Rural bliss is never far away, with the village of Dedham being the pick of a beautiful bunch. Set in the heart of ‘Constable Country’, the most picturesque and famous of British backdrops provides breathtaking riverside saunters and rowing boat fun. The perfect escape from a lively, bustling town.
Excellent direct rail links take you to London in 52 minutes, whilst Stansted Airport is around 30 minutes’ drive, making Colchester the perfect home for keen travellers and commuters. You can even find award winning sandy beaches at Frinton-on-sea, a picturesque 30 minute car journey away and great sailing and family days out at nearby Mersea Island on the Blackwater and Colne Estuaries.
Full of culture...and more
The Mercury Theatre hosts a number of nationally acclaimed productions including dance, musical and theatre shows. You can dance the night away at many fine evening establishments, or head out to watch the mighty U’s. There’s even a number of top class golf clubs, all within a short drive.
History
2,000 years old and counting. Discover some of the most important historical events in British history. From the temple of Claudius to Boudicca and the Civil War to witches, there’s plenty to experience in this former Roman capital.
Local shopping
Fine dining and shopping
You’re spoilt for choice. Big name players rub shoulders with exquisite independent shops and restaurants, in what is an elegant blend of the traditional and contemporary.
Nearest schools:
- Stanway Primary School (0.3 miles)
- Lexden Primary School with Unit for Hearing Impaired Pupils (0.3 miles)
- The Stanway School - Secondary (0.3 miles)
Transport links
Perfectly Positioned
Colchester is the perfect home for both keen travellers and commuters. You’re only 1.2 miles from Colchester Town centre. Excellent direct rail links take you to London in 52 minutes, whilst Stansted Airport is a mere 30 minute drive.
Nearest stations:
Colchester
(2.3 miles)
Marks Tey
(2.3 miles)
Colchester Town
(2.7 miles)
Site plan
About Knight Developments
About Knight Developments
The Knight Group was founded in 1972.
Knight Developments’ growing record of success is based on a commitment to excellence, ensuring high standards of design and craftsmanship.
Each new project is given careful consideration to ensure it blends sympathetically with its environment with attention also given to existing landscape settings and natural features.
In recognition of the company’s commitment to quality and attention to detail, Knight Developments have received numerous prestigious accolades. These include ‘Best New Starter Home’ award from What House magazine and the ‘Heritage & Conservation’ award from Epping Forest District Council which is given for the best design in the district. This was presented to Knight Developments for their outstanding properties at Cedar Park, Chigwell.
Knight Developments build a wide variety of houses, all designed to enhance quality of living and lifestyle, incorporating quality features and handcrafted finishes as often as possible.
FirstBuy
FirstBuy is an affordable housing Equity Loan product from the Homes and Communities Agency (HCA), working in partnership with house builders all over England.
This unique FirstBuy scheme has been designed for households who have found buying a property on the open market difficult due to the large deposits required for mortgages. First Time buyers could now benefit from getting additional government help to buy a brand new house through the FirstBuy scheme.
Under the scheme the government and house builders provide an equity loan as follows:
- Government and house builder provide equity loan of 20%
- You arrange a mortgage for 75%
- Meaning your deposit is 5%
