Waterside, Brightlingsea, Colchester, CO7

Surrounded by a private terrace and gardens, Anchor Inn sits at the heart of Brightlingsea’s seaside life. Looking directly out to Mersea island beyond the harbour, this exceptional ground floor apartment is moments from cafes, restaurants, shops, pubs, beach walks, the foot ferry and footpaths. Idyllic for young children, ideal for retirees; surrounded by a vibrant community, unusual bird life and a busy seafaring centre it is also fabulous for sea lovers with time and energy. This property is a unique treasure at the heart of the daytime bustle and amazingly quiet and tranquil by night.

There is also allocated parking and private gardens shared by all apartments. If you are looking for a lifestyle by the water or a holiday escape this property is for you, with no onward chain we are ready to book your viewing.

Living Accommodation

Entrance

Secluded in a courtyard with a café the entrance is wide, warm, bright and practical.

Wooden front door, radiator, inset spot light, floor mat,

Kitchen

A spacious kitchen flooded by natural light and easy to work in, it is fitted with white goods, a range cooker, low and high storage units. Featuring stained glass panels and a breakfast bar, the doors to the terrace still have the etching from its pub days.

14' 05" x 13' 03" (4.39m x 4.04m) Windows to side with stain glass, French doors opening onto terrace, radiator, tiled floor, panelled walls, fitted kitchen including a range of wall and base units, laminate worktop, breakfast bar with space for four stools, tiled splash back, range stye cooker, washing machine, integrated stainless steel sink with left hand drainer, fridge/freezer, dish washer and cooker hood.

Dining Room

Feature panelled dining space along side the kitchen, cosy for 2 or versatile for 8-10 people with 2.5m high windows giving lots of natural light and direct access to the private terrace.

14' 5" x 14' 4" (4.39m x 4.37m) Radiator, wall light, panelled feature divider, French doors to terrace.

Living Room

Sit cocooned in one of the bay windows looking out across the harbour and sea, with a book or a drink this light filled high ceilinged room boasts feature windows built in cupboards and book shelves and a fire place. A private space with magnificent views where you can curl up or entertain friends.

17' 05" x 15' 01" (5.31m x 4.60m) Bay window to side and rear with stain glass, two radiators, fireplace, bespoke fitted storage unit.

Master Bedroom

Once the Lounge bar this sumptuous room has a feature fireplace, vast bay window with sea views and stunning Christian Lacroix wallpaper. Ample space for a king size bed, wardrobes, sofas and more.

20' 10" x 15' 6" (6.35m x 4.72m) window to rear stain glass, two radiators and wall lights, feature fireplace.

En Suite

This bathroom with a sperate shower can be exclusive to the master bedroom or shared. The old fashioned wide radiator adds warmth and style.

13' 11" x 5' 03" (4.24m x 1.60m) Double glazed sash window to rear, radiator, tiled floor and walls, wall mounted extractor fan, low level WC, shower enclose, wash hand basin, panelled bath.

Bedroom Two

Currently used for one bunk bed and one bunk with a double bed base, this room is secluded and bright.

13' 10" x 8' 4" (4.22m x 2.54m) Double glazed window to side, radiator.

Bedroom Three

Currently used with two sets of bunk beds this bedroom has potential as another double room or another living space or home office.

13' 10'' x 8' 5'' (4.21m x 2.56m) Double Glazed window to front, radiator.

Family Bathroom

The Nautical feel of the family bathroom elevates its status whilst being big enough for a full length bath, enclosed shower WC and wash hand basin.

13' 03" x 7' 3" (4.04m x 2.21m) Double glazed sash window to rear, radiator, tiled floor and walls, wall mounted extractor fan, low level WC, shower enclosure, wash hand basin, panelled bath.

Cellar

Currently unused was the old beer cellar for the pub and is in its original condition as a wet cellar and can be safely left in its current state or converted to add an additional huge floor area.

27' 8" x 14' 4" (8.43m x 4.37m)

Outside

Directly accessed from the kitchen and dining spaces this private fully secured terrace is a suntrap throughout the day. Currently used as an external dining space. Wrapped around the living room is a garden shared with the two other flats, landscaped, secure and overlooking the sea. Behind the bathrooms is a small hardstanding for storage of bicycles and kayaks and space for a waskhing line.

Off Road Parking

Off road parking for two vehicles via the block paved driveway.

Agent Note

Information from the sellers.

This Spectacular converted public house was tastefully re-arranged into three luxury apartments in 2001. The property was originally built in 1907 to replace the old pub on the same site and has been a local attraction over the years. The Bavarian Gothic style listed building has featured on local toffee and fudge boxes.

There is a service charge agreed by the three flat owners who have an equal share of the freehold and is paid monthly into a joint bank account. This pays for the building insurance, up keep of the shared gardens and funds the repairs and maintenance of the building fabric externally.
External repair and redecoration was carried out at the end of 2024 for the whole exterior and roof.