Situated in the historic Dutch Quarter, this charming 7 bedroom Georgian house in West Stockwell Street is an oasis retreat in the heart of the town centre just steps away from the High Street shops and restaurants, Colchester Castle and the First Site exhibition gallery with the Mercury theatre and Arts Centre close by and just a short ride away is Colchester Zoo, the General Hospital, Colchester, Essex University .
Described as the Times as best costal resort in Essex with its beaches and the quay with great seafood restaurants and village West Mersea is only a 20 minute ride away From the house. Also the beautiful beaches of Frinton and Clacton just 30mins ride away. Colchester’s mainline railway Station is a a short walk away which is only a 50 minute ride to London Liverpool Street.
It is spacious, light and full of character and is situated in a most attractive street overlooking a medieval church.
There is onsite parking for 4 cars, three sitting rooms, 4.5 bathrooms, two kitchens, a secluded, rambling garden with alfresco dining, barbecue lounge seating and a woodland play area with swings badminton and is surrounded by a 15ft high wall. Also a lovely cat called Hargreaves who wonders around.
Located in Colchester, this vacation home is in the city center. Colchester Castle Museum and Jumbo Water Tower are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at High Woods Country Park and Dedham Vale. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Brightlingsea Open Air Swimming Pool or Milbank Stadium. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
More details, photos & booking info
Not only the North Norfolk Coast with its vast beaches like Holkham, and salt marshes at Blakeney and Cley, the East of England offers historic Cambridge, Ely Cathedral, the calm beauty of the Broads, pretty villages of Suffolk and a variety of wildlife. It's no surprise it appeals to artists, photographers, cyclists and bird watchers.