5 bed semi-detached house for sale

Paxman Avenue, Colchester CO2

Set on a quiet and sought-after residential road within easy reach of Colchester City Centre, an extended semi-detached home offers a rare and highly flexible living arrangement. Boasting a detached, fully self-contained annexe and a generous private garden, the property is perfectly suited to growing families, multi-generational households, home business owners, or investors seeking strong rental potential.

The main house offers spacious and stylish accommodation throughout. Upon entering, you’re welcomed by an attractive hallway that sets the tone for the rest of the home, which retains its charming traditional brick façade. The bright and airy reception room benefits from large windows that flood the space with natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. A modern fitted kitchen is complemented by a linked laundry and utility area, adding valuable practicality to the layout.

Upstairs, the home offers two spacious double bedrooms and a third single bedroom—ideal for a child’s room, home office, or nursery. The contemporary family bathroom features a full-sized bath with an integrated shower, finished with modern tiling and fittings.

The exterior is equally impressive. A smart, low-maintenance front garden with decorative rope-and-post edging adds to the property’s kerb appeal, while a private driveway provides off-road parking for up to three vehicles. Additional on-street parking is readily available directly outside, with space for at least four more cars. To the rear, a large and beautifully maintained garden offers a wonderful outdoor retreat. This includes mature planting, a neat lawn, a secure lockable garden shed, and a bespoke Jacuzzi room—ideal for year-round enjoyment and entertaining.

A key highlight of this unique property is the detached annexe, set discreetly within the garden with its own private entrance. Thoughtfully designed and finished to a high standard, the annexe comprises a fully fitted modern kitchen-diner, a double bedroom, a comfortable lounge area (currently accommodating a sofa bed), and a stylish bathroom with a walk-in shower. Two contemporary duplex air-conditioning/heating units ensure comfort in all seasons, while Grade C insulation adds to its energy efficiency. With its own private patio garden and additional side access, the annexe offers complete independence from the main house. Sub-metered utilities and a connection to the main consumer unit make it ideal for both short-term lets like Airbnb or long-term tenancies.

Located within walking distance of local schools, shops, and the popular Abbey Field, and just a short distance from Colchester town centre and the mainline railway station with direct links to London Liverpool Street, this property enjoys the best of suburban convenience and city connectivity. High-speed broadband and modern utilities support both home living and remote working.

Whether you’re seeking space for extended family, a home office setup, or a ready-to-go income-generating annexe, this outstanding home offers a wealth of possibilities in a prime Colchester location.

EPC Ratings:

Main House: Current: 72 (C) / Potential: 86 (B)
Lodge/Annexe: Current: 69 (C) / Potential: 85 (B)