8 bed detached house for sale

Fronks Road, Harwich CO12

Summary
For Sale via Barnard Marcus auctions on 3rd February 2026. This substantial property was previously a childrens day nursery, The property is not residential and is commercially rated as class E offering a variety of uses. Situated in a sought after location close to sea front and town centre.

Description
Harwich is an attractive, historic and unique town steeped in a wealth of maritime history. The town is ideally located with excellent road, rail and ferry links. The town is home to the historic Mayflower. Harwich entices visitors with its stunning history and heritage, it is also home to a great selection of restaurants, bars, cafes and pubs.

The seaside at Dovercourt Bay boasts an award winning Blue Flag beach of which the Lighthouse's are a unique feature. Marine Parade links the town to a range of seafront facilities and unspoilt beauty, where you can embark on long walks or cycle rides.

Porch
UPVC double glazed porch.

Entrance Hall
Entrance door, two understairs cupboards, radiator, stairs to first floor.

Room One
Bay window to front, three radiators.

En-Suite
Low level WC, radiator, fully tiled. Obscure window to side, pedestal wash hand basin.

Room Two
UPVC double glazed window to front, four radiators.

Room Five
Two radiators, feature fireplace, French doors to rear leading to garden.

Cloakroom
Low level WC, wash hand basin, fully tiled radiator, obscure window to side.

Cloakroom
Low level WC, pedestal wash hand basin, radiator, part tiled walls, obscure window to side.

Kitchen
Bay window to side, part tiled walls, window to side, door to side to garden, two stainless steel sinks.

Utility Room
Fully tiled, obscure window, door to garden.

Cloakroom
Obscure UPVC door to garden, UPVC double glazed windows to front and rear, two radiators, two small child size WC's and wash hand basins.

First Floor Landing
Obscure window to side, radiator, stairs to second floor.

Room Three
Bay window to front, two radiators.

En-Suite
Low level WC, wash hand basin, obscure window to side, fully tiled.

Kitchenette
Bay window to side, two radiators, matching wall and base units, tiled splashback, stainless steel sink.

Room Six
Double glazed window to rear with sea views, radiator.

Room Four
UPVC double glazed window to rear with sea views, radiator, fitted wardrobes.

Room Seven
Bay window to front, window to rear, two radiators. Accessed via room eight.

Room Eight
Radiator, UPVC double glazed window to front.

Shower Room
Wash hand basin, low level WC, heated towel rail, tiled shower cubicle, obscure window to rear.

Second Floor Landing
Window to side and rear, loft access, radiator.

Room Nine
Double glazed window to rear with sea views, radiator.

Room Eleven
Window to front, two storage cupboards, radiator.

Room Ten
UPVC double glazed window to side, radiator.

Bathroom
Low level WC, bath with mixer taps and shower attachment, wash hand basin, radiator, obscure window to side, part tiled walls.

Kitchenette
Matching wall and base units with roll-edge work top and tiled splashback, stainless steel sink, UPVC double glazed window to side.

Outside
To the front of the property there is an in and out driveway which is bordered with a low wall at the front. The rear garden comprises of patio and lawn area, garden shed and is mainly laid to lawn.

Important Notice
Important Notice:
For each Lot, a contract documentation fee of £1,500 (inclusive of VAT) is payable to Barnard Marcus Auctions by the buyer. The seller may charge additional fees payable upon completion. If applicable, such fees are detailed within the Special Conditions of Sale. Buyers are deemed to bid in full knowledge of this.
The Guide Price quoted must not be relied upon by prospective purchasers as a valuation or assessment of value of the property. It is intended to provide purchasers with an indication of the region at which the reserve may be set at the time of going to press. The guide price may be subject to variation and interested parties are advised to make regular checks for variations and should be aware that the reserve price may be either below or above the quoted guide price.
Prospective purchasers should also be aware that the eventual sale price may be above or below the guide level dependent upon competition, and should therefore not presume the guide to be indicative of the final expected sale price or the price the property is available at.
When setting the guide price, the auctioneers have given consideration to the seller’s instructions in respect of their indicated reserve price at the time of instruction. The reserve price, (the level below which the property will not be sold), remains confidential between the seller and the auctioneer. The guide price therefore, is intended to indicate the region at which the reserve price is intended to be set. The seller will confirm their final reserve price close to the auction date and if appropriate the auctioneers may adjust the guide price to reflect this.

Continued
Whilst Barnard Marcus make every effort to ensure the safety and security of viewers at properties, we have not carried out a detailed Health & Safety inspection of properties in our auctions and cannot therefore guarantee the safety and security of viewers.
Prospective purchasers and bidders attend properties entirely at their own risk. Particular care should be taken when accessing cellars, attics, exterior grounds and outbuildings and boundaries. All non-conducted inspections of vacant sites should be made in daylight hours only and entry into such sites is entirely at the viewers risk.

Continued
1. Money laundering regulations: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. Photographs and Measurements: Some images may have been taken by a wide angled lens camera. These approximate room sizes are only intended as general guidance. You must verify the dimensions carefully before ordering carpets or any built-in furniture.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract. The matters referred to in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers or tenants. Neither sequence (UK) limited nor any of its employees or agents has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.

Important Notice
Important Notice:
For each Lot, a contract documentation fee of £1,500 (inclusive of VAT) is payable to Barnard Marcus Auctions by the buyer. The seller may charge additional fees payable upon completion. If applicable, such fees are detailed within the Special Conditions of Sale. Buyers are deemed to bid in full knowledge of this.
The Guide Price quoted must not be relied upon by prospective purchasers as a valuation or assessment of value of the property. It is intended to provide purchasers with an indication of the region at which the reserve may be set at the time of going to press. The guide price may be subject to variation and interested parties are advised to make regular checks for variations and should be aware that the reserve price may be either below or above the quoted guide price.
Prospective purchasers should also be aware that the eventual sale price may be above or below the guide level dependent upon competition, and should therefore not presume the guide to be indicative of the final expected sale price or the price the property is available at.
When setting the guide price, the auctioneers have given consideration to the seller’s instructions in respect of their indicated reserve price at the time of instruction. The reserve price, (the level below which the property will not be sold), remains confidential between the seller and the auctioneer. The guide price therefore, is intended to indicate the region at which the reserve price is intended to be set. The seller will confirm their final reserve price close to the auction date and if appropriate the auctioneers may adjust the guide price to reflect this.

1. Money laundering regulations: Intending purchasers will be asked to produce identification documentation at a later stage and we would ask for your co-operation in order that there will be no delay in agreeing the sale.
2. General: While we endeavour to make our sales particulars fair, accurate and reliable, they are only a general guide to the property and, accordingly, if there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact the office and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating travelling some distance to view the property.
3. The measurements indicated are supplied for guidance only and as such must be considered incorrect.
4. Services: Please note we have not tested the services or any of the equipment or appliances in this property, accordingly we strongly advise prospective buyers to commission their own survey or service reports before finalising their offer to purchase.
5. These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract. The matters referred to in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers or tenants. Neither sequence (UK) limited nor any of its employees or agents has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property.