New Town, Colchester

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- TWO BEDROOM
- DETACHED COACH HOUSE
- WET ROOM & CLOAKROOM
- LOUNGE/DINER
- FITTED KITCHEN
- COURTYARD GARDEN
- CLOSE TO RECREATION PARK
- CHAIN FREE
- COUNCIL TAX - C
- EPC - C
Description
This distinctive property is accessed via a private pathway leading to secure gated entry. A side entrance opens into a well-appointed fitted kitchen, offering generous workspace, ample storage, and integrated appliances. Two front-facing windows flood the room with natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere.
An inner lobby area provides additional utility space, with plumbing for a washing machine and a storage cupboard housing the boiler. A striking arched stained-glass window enhances the hallway with character and additional light, while a convenient cloakroom completes the ground floor amenities.
The spacious lounge/diner is ideal for entertaining, featuring French doors that open out onto a private patio area—perfect for alfresco dining or relaxation.
Upstairs, the property offers two double bedrooms and a contemporary wet room, providing comfortable and practical living accommodation.
Externally, the coach house is tucked behind No. 4 Granville Road and benefits from a private courtyard garden to the rear and side, offering a secluded outdoor space.
Wimpole Road is situated in the popular New Town district of Colchester—Britain’s oldest recorded town. The area boasts a wide range of local amenities including shops, takeaways, and a well-regarded primary school. The Old Heath Recreation Ground is nearby, providing green open space for leisure.
Colchester North Station is less than a mile away, offering direct rail services to London Liverpool Street in under an hour. The property also benefits from excellent road connections, with convenient access to the A12—southbound at Junction 27 and both north and southbound at Junction 26.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a charming and characterful home in a desirable location. Early viewing is highly recommended.
AGENT NOTE-
Local Authority – Colchester Borough Council.
Broadband Availability –Ultrafast Broadband available with speeds of up to 220 Mbps (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) – April 2025
Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available service in the area is provided by O2 and VODAFONE with likely voice and data indoor coverage. EE has limited voice and data indoor coverage. Three has limited voice and no data indoor coverage. O2, THREE, VODAFONE AND EE all have likely voice and data outdoor coverage (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) April 2025
Utilities - Mains Electric / Mains Gas Heating / Mains Water /Mains Sewerage.
Construction Type - We understand the property to be of Traditional Construction of brick.
Flood Risk - Data Taken from Gov.UK Flood Map – checked April 2025 - The property is at a Very Low risk of flooding.
Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - Checked April 2025 - We are not aware of any planning applications in the immediate locality.
MONEY LAUNDERING REGULATIONS - Please be advised that all purchasers will need to adhere to current laws of money laundering and therefore will need to provide Boydens Estate Agents photographic identification and proof of residency identification before any transaction is started to comply with the legislation.
- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
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- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- On street
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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