Hythe Hill, Colchester

Boydens are delighted to present to the market this versatile four-bedroom period residence with an adjoining one-bedroom annex, ideally positioned on Lower Hythe Hill, close to the historic Hythe Quay. Built in the late 19th century, this characterful property offers exceptional flexibility and would appeal equally to families or investors alike.

As a family home, the property provides generous and adaptable living accommodation, beautifully complemented by a wealth of period features including exposed wooden flooring, feature fireplaces, and high ceilings. The ground floor comprises two spacious reception rooms, a well-proportioned kitchen/breakfast room, and access to a cellar—ideal for storage or potential conversion. There are also three modern shower rooms throughout the property for added convenience.

The adjoining one-bedroom annex offers self-contained accommodation, making it perfect for multi-generational living or as an income-producing rental.
For investors, the property has previously been let as a House in Multiple Occupation (HMO), generating an income in the region of £2,300 per month, with the annex achieving a further £825 per month. The current tenant occupies the annex on a statutory periodic tenancy and is keen to remain in residence.

Externally, both the main residence and annex share a large, enclosed courtyard garden that is predominantly laid to lawn and benefits from secure gated access to the front of the property.

Location:
Hythe Quay is situated to the east of Colchester’s city centre, along the banks of the River Colne. The area offers convenient access to local amenities, including a Tesco Superstore, the University of Essex, and Hythe railway station, which provides connections to Colchester North Station and direct services to London Liverpool Street, Ipswich, and Norwich. The bustling city centre—less than two miles away—offers an extensive range of shops, bars, and restaurants. Leisure and cultural attractions nearby include the Mercury Theatre, the Colchester Arts Centre, the Odeon cinema, and the historic Norman Castle, which hosts numerous events and concerts within its picturesque parklands.

This unique property presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a spacious period home with income potential in a well-connected and characterful riverside location.

HALLWAY - 4'11'' x 26'2'' (1.5m x 8m)
W.C - 2'7'' x 7'7'' (0.8m x 2.3m)
LIVING ROOM - 11'4'' x 14'3'' (3.5m x 4.3m)
DINING ROOM - 11'2'' x 12' (3.4m x 3.7m)
KITCHEN - 13' x 13'3'' (4m x 4m)
UTILITY ROOM - 6'4'' x 3'7'' (1.9m x 1.1m)
BATHROOM - 8' x 2'6'' (2.4m x 0.8m)
W.C - 5'2'' x 3'4'' (1.6m x 1m)
LANDING - 2'6'' x 14'10'' (0.8m x 4.5m)
BEDROOM - 1 - 13'2'' x 13'3'' (4m x 4m)
BEDROOM - 2 - 11'3'' x 10'7'' (3.4m x 3.2m)
BEDROOM - 3 - 8'10'' x 13'2'' (2.7m x 4m)
BEDROOM - 4 - 8'5'' x 11'5'' (2.6m x 3.5m)
BATHROOM - 2'7'' x 7'6'' (0.8m x 2.3m)
BASEMENT - 13'10'' x 14'10'' (4.2m x 4.5m)

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) – October 2025
Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available service in the area is provided by EE with 97% performance. VODAFONE, O2 and THREE all also cover the area with lower performance ratings. (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) October 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 October 2025 - The property is at a Very Low risk of flooding.
Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - Checked October 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.