Property description

A most attractive, deceptively spacious Grade II Listed period cottage conveniently situated in this popular and well served town of Saxon origins approximately three miles from Colchester and close to the University of Essex on the banks of the River Colne.

This delightful cottage enjoys a warm and welcoming feel throughout and benefits from numerous character features including exposed timbers and brick fireplaces and fully merits a full internal inspection to appreciate the versatile range of light and airy accommodation.The current owners have undertaken a number of improvements to the property in recent years. The property also benefits from gas fired radiator central heating and secondary glazing.

Entrance Porch with quarry tiled floor leading to…

Entrance HallStairs to the first floor, red brick chimney breast incorporating storage space, wooden floor.

Sitting RoomA lovely focal point is the most attractive red brick open fireplace housing a recently installed (2014) wood burner and log storage adjacent. Period corner cabinet.

BathroomComprising bath, vanity washbasin and WC, gas central heating boiler, airing cupboard.

KitchenFitted with units and worktops, cooker space and hood, plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher, tiled floor. Door to...

Dining RoomLovely open fireplace and fitted display cabinet.

Secondary stairs to first floor and door to outside. Windows to two sides offering views of the enclosed garden.

First FloorMain landingStairs from entrance hall.

Bedroom OneWindow to front, feature cast iron fireplace, wardrobes.

Bedroom Three:Wardrobe.

Shower RoomComprising shower cubicle, WC and washbasin.

Secondary LandingBedroom TwoDouble aspect with windows to two sides, vanity washbasin.

Bedroom FourWindow to side.

OutsideAttractive enclosed landscaped cottage style gardens with lawn and raised flower beds, sitting area and side gate. Off road parking. Garden sheds.

Wivenhoe benefits from its own railway station with services to and from London Liverpool Street via Colchester. Stansted airport is about one hour via the A12 and A120 and Harwich International Port is about thirty minutes.The town has a number of small local shops, a coffee shop, delicatessen, tearooms and a Co-op. There are several pubs including one that hosts a jazz club as well as pleasant walks along the waterfront. There are a number of sports and leisure facilities and musical and theatre groups as well as an art gallery.

Property Features :

• Attractive Grade II Period Cottage
• Sitting Room with Wood Burning Stove
• Dining Room with Open Fire
• Kitchen
• Four Bedrooms