Gilberd Road, Colchester

Boydens are pleased to present this beautifully maintained 2/3-bedroom Victorian terrace, ideally situated in the desirable New Town area of Colchester, just moments from the scenic Bourne Pond Nature Reserve.

Accessed via a charming wooden front door, the property opens into a spacious dual-aspect lounge/diner, filled with natural light and featuring a staircase to the first floor. Adjacent to this living space is a well-appointed kitchen, offering ample storage, solid oak work surfaces, and direct access to the rear garden.

An inner lobby provides additional practical space with plumbing for a washing machine and room for coat and shoe storage. From here, a door leads to a fully tiled contemporary wet room, complete with a walk-in, multi-head double shower and modern white suite.

Upstairs, the accommodation comprises a generous master bedroom with built-in double wardrobes and a front-facing aspect. A second bedroom provides access to a third bedroom, both overlooking the rear garden. The loft has been thoughtfully boarded and includes a skylight, offering a versatile space ideal for a home office or teenage retreat.

Externally, the property benefits from a quaint walled front garden with cast iron gate. To the rear, the south-facing garden is Mediterranean in style, designed for both dining and entertaining. A meandering path connects distinct seating areas surrounded by mature, well-stocked borders. Additional features include a pizza oven and a wooden storage shed.

Location
Gilberd Road is conveniently located just half a mile from Colchester’s town centre and mainline railway station, making it an excellent choice for commuters. Local amenities in New Town include Wimpole Road doctors’ surgery, a Boots pharmacy, Aldi supermarket, and a variety of bars and restaurants. The property is also within easy reach of Bourne Pond Nature Reserve and Abbey Fields, with the wider town centre offering an extensive range of shops, market stalls, eateries, a cinema, and more – all within a mile of the property. Colchester’s main railway station provides direct services to Norwich, Ipswich, and London Liverpool Street.

LIVING ROOM - 11'2'' x 23'9'' (3.4m x 7.2m)
KITCHEN - 6'5'' x 11'4'' (2m x 3.5m)
UTILITY ROOM - 5'10'' x 2'3'' (1.8m x 0.7m)
BATHROOM - 5'11'' x 7'2'' (1.8m x 2.2m)
LANDING - 5'3" x 2'4" (1.62m x 0.7m)
BEDROOM - 1 - 11'2'' x 10'2'' (3.4m x 3.1m)
BEDROOM - 2 - 8'4'' x 10'5'' (2.5m x 3.2m)
BEDROOM - 3 - 6'3'' x 11'5'' (1.9m x 3.5m)

AGENT NOTE-

Local Authority – Colchester City Council.

Broadband Availability –Ultrafast Broadband available with speeds of up to 220 Mbps (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) – May 2025
Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available service in the area is provided by EE, THREE, O2 and VODAFONE with limited voice and data indoor coverage. O2, THREE, VODAFONE AND EE all have likely voice and data outdoor coverage (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) May 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 May 2025 - The property is at a Very Low risk of flooding.

Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - Checked May 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.