West Stockwell Street, Colchester, Essex, CO1

No Onward Chain
A charming Grade II Listed three-bedroom cottage in Colchester’s historic Dutch Quarter, with a spacious lounge/dining room, wood-burning stove, modern kitchen, courtyard garden and excellent access to the city centre and station.

A charming Grade II Listed three-bedroom period cottage, pleasantly positioned within Colchester’s historic Dutch Quarter and offering an appealing combination of period character and practical accommodation.

The property is particularly well located for those wishing to be within walking distance of the city centre, with Colchester High Street, Castle Park and a wide range of shops, restaurants and amenities all readily accessible. Colchester North Station is also within easy reach, providing regular rail services towards London Liverpool Street, Ipswich and Norwich.

The accommodation begins with an entrance lobby opening into the principal living space. The lounge/dining room provides a particularly comfortable and versatile reception area, with character features including exposed timbers, sash-style windows and a cast-iron wood-burning stove creating an attractive focal point.

From here, an inner hallway provides access to the rear garden, staircase to the first floor and the ground floor accommodation beyond.

The kitchen is positioned towards the rear of the property and is fitted with a range of contemporary units and work surfaces, together with an integrated oven, gas hob and sink. A window provides natural light and an external door gives further access to the rear.

Also located on the ground floor is the bathroom, fitted with a bath and shower over, wash hand basin and WC.

The first-floor landing provides access to three bedrooms, all of which are of useful proportions. The bedrooms continue the character of the house, with exposed timbers evident within the accommodation.

Outside

To the rear is an enclosed courtyard-style garden, predominantly block paved for ease of maintenance and complemented by planted borders. The garden provides a pleasant outside seating area and is enclosed by fencing.

Location

West Stockwell Street forms part of Colchester’s attractive and historic Dutch Quarter, placing the property within easy reach of the city centre whilst retaining considerable period character.

Colchester offers an extensive range of shopping, leisure and recreational facilities together with restaurants, cafés and bars. Castle Park is also nearby, whilst commuters are well served by Colchester North Station with direct services to London Liverpool Street.

Road connections are also convenient, with the A12 providing access towards Chelmsford, the M25 and London.Colchester is a historic town and recorded as the oldest Roman town in Britain, it is connected to the capital by the A12 road and the Great Eastern Main Line. It is seen as a popular town for commuters, and is less than approx. 30 miles away from Stansted Airport and approx. 60 minute journey to London Liverpool Street. Colchester is home to Colchester Castle and Colchester United Football Club. Colchester has a wealth of activities, groups, clubs and events aimed at all age groups. There are numerous cafes, restaurants and bistros as well as highly regarded schools and as is the case for the rest of Essex, Colchester's state schooling operates a two-tier system. Two of the town's secondary schools are selective, Colchester Royal Grammar School and Colchester County High School, the remainder being comprehensives. Comprehensive secondary schools include Gilberd School, Colchester Academy, Philip Morant School and College, St Helena Media Arts College, St Benedict's Catholic College and the Thomas Lord Audley School.