Manor Road, St Marys, Colchester

A rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive and character-filled double-fronted period residence, ideally situated within walking distance of Colchester's historic city centre. Formerly home to the local ballet school, this unique property enjoys a prominent place in the city's heritage and offers an elegant blend of original features and modern convenience.

Boasting three well-proportioned bedrooms, generous reception space and a charming courtyard garden, the home also benefits from valuable off-road parking for two cars. Set on a sought-after residential road, this delightful home offers exceptional access to Colchester's amenities, including shops, restaurants, schools, and excellent transport links.

Internally, the property impresses from the outset with two spacious formal reception rooms, each enhanced by high ceilings, expansive bay windows, and striking period fireplaces. A traditional hallway leads through to a beautiful stained-glass door to the rear of the property, where a third reception room with multi-fuel burner and a bright, family sized kitchen/breakfast room overlooks the secluded courtyard garden.

The kitchen is fitted with free-standing lime oak units, granite work surfacing, butler sink, integrated appliances, and a Stove induction hob with oven below. There is a spacious wet room and utility area which leads from the kitchen and a separate inner hallway provides access to an understairs storage cupboard and a door to the garden.

Upstairs, the accommodation continues to impress with three good size bedrooms, all with bespoke double glazed sash windows throughout. The main bedroom includes a walk-in wardrobe with potential for conversion to an en-suite bathroom (subject to necessary consents.) A spacious luxury family bathroom offers both an Ideal Standard bathtub and a walk-in Mira monsoon shower plus beautiful marble top double vanity sink.

Externally, the walled courtyard garden includes custom bench seating, raised sleeper beds, a storage shed, rear gated access.

With its stunning contemporary fittings, elegant proportions and fascinating history, The Old Ballet School is a truly distinctive home requiring an early viewing to fully appreciate its charm and potential.
 

ENTRANCE HALL  

WETROOM WITH WALK-IN SHOWER  

SITTING ROOM 14' 4" x 11' 9" (4.37m x 3.58m)  

DINING ROOM 12' 6" x 12' 5" plus bay window (3.81m x 3.78m)  

DRAWING ROOM 11' 9" x 9' 7" (3.58m x 2.92m)  

KITCHEN 11' 11" x 11' 7" (3.63m x 3.53m)  

UTILITY AREA  

FIRST FLOOR LANDING  

MAIN BEDROOM 12' 4" x 11' 8" (3.76m x 3.56m)  

DRESSING ROOM 8' 6" x 4' 5" (2.59m x 1.35m)  

BEDROOM TWO 11' 6" x 11' 4" (3.51m x 3.45m)  

BEDROOM THREE 12' 0" x 11' 8" (3.66m x 3.56m)  

FAMILY BATHROOM 10' 7" x 9' 2" (3.23m x 2.79m)  

COURTYARD GARDEN
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Council tax band : D.

Local authority : Colchester City Council.

Energy rating : D.