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Boydens is delighted to present this beautifully maintained three-bedroom Victorian semi-detached family home, situated on the highly sought-after Castle Road in Colchester. This elegant bay-fronted residence seamlessly blends period charm with modern living, offering a perfect balance of character and contemporary style.
Upon entering through a solid oak and glass door, you are welcomed into a spacious hallway featuring original stripped wooden flooring, high skirting boards, and a staircase leading to the first floor. To the right, a well-proportioned lounge boasts a classic open fireplace and a traditional sash window, filling the room with natural light. The hallway extends into the dining area, which also benefits from an open fireplace and built-in storage cupboards within the alcoves.
The dining area flows effortlessly into a stylish, modern white-fitted kitchen—an ideal space for dining and entertaining. A door from the kitchen opens directly onto a charming patio area, perfect for enjoying the warmer months. Adjacent to the kitchen, a practical utility area and cloakroom provide additional convenience. While the ground floor showcases an array of characterful features, it also benefits from an open-plan layout that enhances the sense of space and light.
Upstairs, the master bedroom is a standout feature, offering a full wall of fitted wardrobes, an original fireplace, and two large sash windows that bathe the room in natural light. The contemporary family bathroom, complete with a modern white suite, is conveniently positioned to serve the master bedroom. The two additional bedrooms, located at the rear of the property, provide versatile accommodation suited to a variety of needs.
Externally, the property boasts an attractive and well-established front garden, enclosed by a low brick wall with ornate cast iron railings. A gated side entrance leads to the generous rear garden, which is predominantly laid to lawn and features a patio area, ideal for outdoor dining and relaxation. Additionally, a brick-built workshop at the rear offers excellent storage or potential for further use.
Castle Road and the adjacent Roman Road are renowned for their picturesque Victorian terraces, offering charming period homes in a highly desirable location. The property is just a short walk from Colchester’s historic Castle Park and Museum grounds, providing a tranquil green space in the heart of the city. For commuters, both Colchester North and Town Stations are within easy reach, offering direct rail links to London Liverpool Street. The A12 is also easily accessible, ensuring convenient connections by road.
This exceptional property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful family home in one of Colchester’s most sought-after locations.

AGENT NOTE-

Local Authority – Colchester Borough Council.

Broadband Availability –Ultrafast Broadband available with speeds of up to 100 Mbps (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) – March 2025
Mobile Coverage - It is understood that the best available service in the area is provided by THREE and EE with likely voice and data indoor coverage. O2 has Likely voice and limited data indoor coverage. VODAFONE has limited voice and data indoor coverage. O2, THREE, VODAFONE AND EE all have likely voice and data outdoor coverage (details obtained from Ofcom Mobile and Broadband Checker) March 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 March 2025 - The property is at a Very Low risk of flooding.

Planning Applications in the Immediate Locality - Checked March 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.