Hamilton Road, Wivenhoe, Colchester, Essex, CO7

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“Hope Cottage” is a rarely available hidden gem, ideally situated in the highly sought-after area of Lower Wivenhoe. This beautifully extended three-bedroom home offers generous living space and benefits from underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, as well as ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles. The property also boasts a spacious garden featuring a garden room and workshop, while the heart of the home is a stunning bespoke kitchen complete with a central island.

An attractive porch with an oak front door leads into the entrance lobby, opening into the lounge which features a wood-burning stove and a bay window to the front aspect. Stairs rise to the first floor and a door leads through to the snug, which enjoys a bay window to the side aspect.

Leading off the living room is the bespoke oak kitchen, featuring a Welsh slate floor, exposed brick feature wall and a Velux window providing additional natural light. The kitchen is centered around a large island with Siemens induction hob, extractor and breakfast bar, complemented by matching base and eye-level units. Integrated Siemens appliances include a fridge, freezer, additional separate freezer unit, oven and microwave, and a warming drawer. A composite sink with drainer and plate-washing attachment is also fitted. To the rear of the kitchen is a ground floor shower room comprising a walk-in shower, low-level WC, wash hand basin and space and plumbing for a washing machine. Double doors lead out to the garden.

On the first floor, a light and airy landing provides access to all rooms. The principal bedroom features original reclaimed wood flooring, a radiator, windows to the side and rear aspects, and a vaulted ceiling. The family bathroom comprises a freestanding roll-top bath with mixer tap, separate shower cubicle, WC and wash hand basin set within a vanity unit. Bedroom two benefits from a radiator and window to the front aspect, while bedroom three has a radiator and window to the side aspect.

To the front of the property, a shingle driveway provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles. A gate leads through to the rear garden, which comprises a mixture of raised decking and patio areas with raised beds, an outdoor workshop with additional storage, and a garden room with wood-burning stove, light and power connected.


Location

Wivenhoe is a highly regarded waterside town known for its long-standing artistic community and vibrant local atmosphere. The town offers a variety of public houses, many hosting regular musical events, along with convenient shopping facilities for everyday needs. Residents can enjoy a wide range of sports and leisure opportunities, including sailing, football, cricket and tennis clubs, as well as several musical and theatre groups and numerous activities along the waterfront.

The property is ideally positioned close to the River Colne and Wivenhoe Sailing Club, making it perfect for those seeking waterside living, while still being within easy reach of the town’s shops, pubs, restaurants and the picturesque quay.

There are excellent local schools nearby, including Millfields Primary School. For commuters, the mainline railway station provides straightforward links via Colchester to London Liverpool Street Station in just over an hour. Colchester city centre is also within easy driving distance, offering an extensive range of shopping and recreational facilities, wine bars, restaurants, the Mercury Theatre and the Firstsite Art Gallery. Scenic walks along the Wivenhoe Trail lead towards the University of Essex and onwards to Colchester.

Directions

Please use postcode CO7 9DU fot SatNav.

Important Information

Council Tax Band – B
Services - We understand that mains water, gas, drainage and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Freehold
EPC rating – TBC

Agent's Note - Hamilton Road is an unadopted road that is maintained by the local residents.