High Street, Kelvedon, Colchester, Essex, CO5

A beautiful period home in the very heart of Kelvedon, complete with a cartlodge that offers excellent potential for a home office, studio or even an annex.

Wendon House is a welcoming and well-arranged family home, located in the heart of Kelvedon and within easy reach of the village’s excellent amenities, schools and rail connections.

On arrival, you step into a generous reception hall with a striking galleried landing and elegant staircase, offering access to the principal living spaces and a ground floor cloakroom suite

The sitting room is a bright and airy space with two sash windows to the front, centred around an attractive fireplace fitted with a wood burner, exposed brick hearth and oak bressumer. Built-in shelving and cupboards add both character and practicality.

The kitchen/dining room lies to the rear of the property, designed as a spacious and sociable room with plenty of space for a large dining table and food preparation. A pleasant seating nook sits behind an open studwork wall, facing an exposed brick chimney, giving the room warmth and charm. From here, a large utility room provides further storage and a side door to the garden.

In the kitchen there is a trap door leading to stairs which take you into a sizeable cellar which can be used for storage purposes. There are clay wine racks as well as the hot water cylinder.

Upstairs, the galleried landing leads to four bedrooms: three doubles and a generous single. The principal bedroom benefits from its own en-suite shower room, while the family bathroom offers both a bath and a separate shower cubicle.

Externally, the property enjoys a private, south-facing courtyard garden with a block-paved area, patio and a bark-chipped play space. A two-storey coach house sits within the garden, offering superb versatility. The ground floor provides a spacious storage area with sliding doors and a cloakroom, while the first floor opens into a vaulted room that could serve as a home office, studio, gym or guest accommodation.

Location

Kelvedon and Feering are highly sought-after villages in the heart of Essex, renowned for their blend of rural charm and excellent commuter links. Residents enjoy a wealth of local amenities, including independent shops, cafes, and well-regarded schools. For dining and leisure, the area boasts several esteemed public houses, such as The Angel in Kelvedon and The Sun Inn in Feering, both offering a refined yet welcoming atmosphere.
Kelvedon is ideally situated for commuters, with its mainline station providing direct services to London Liverpool Street in under an hour, ensuring convenient access to the capital. The nearby A12 further enhances the connectivity of the villages, offering easy routes to both Colchester and Chelmsford. Surrounded by picturesque countryside, Kelvedon and Feering offer the perfect balance of tranquil village life with modern convenience.