7 bed bungalow for sale

Coach Road, Alresford, Colchester, Essex CO7

This substantial seven bedroom detached residence presents an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking a large home with enormous potential. Occupying a generous plot of approximately one-third of an acre, the property offers impressive space both inside and out, along with excellent scope for renovation and future development. Drawings have already been prepared for the construction of a three bedroom dwelling at the front of the plot, subject to obtaining the necessary planning permissions, making this an exciting prospect for multigenerational living, investment, or those wishing to maximise the site’s value.

Set back from the road with ample off street parking, the property includes a garage and a sizeable workshop, ideal for hobbies, storage, or conversion options. Inside, the home provides extensive and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors, with multiple reception rooms and seven bedrooms offering flexibility for large families, home offices, guest accommodation, or lifestyle-based layouts. While the property is in need of renovation, its scale, footprint, and plot size give buyers the chance to create a truly impressive bespoke home. Solar panels are already installed, offering an ecofriendly advantage and the potential for reduced running costs. With no onward chain, the purchase process can be made as smooth and straightforward as possible.

The location is a key part of the appeal. Set within the desirable village of Alresford, the area offers a welcoming community feel with convenient local amenities including a village shop, primary school, café, pub, and recreational spaces. Alresford benefits from its own railway station with direct links to Colchester and onward connections to London Liverpool Street, as well as bus routes from Clacton and Brightlingsea, making it an excellent choice for commuters. The nearby waterside town of Wivenhoe and the vibrant centre of Colchester provide a wider selection of shops, restaurants, leisure facilities, and secondary schooling. Beautiful countryside, riverside walks, and coastal attractions are all within easy reach, making this a fantastic setting for those seeking a blend of rural tranquillity and accessible amenities.

This rarely available property offers huge potential and an exciting opportunity to reimagine a substantial family home in a highly regarded village location.

Auctioneer Comments
This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation Period. Interested parties’ personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd). If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information Pack is provided, which you must view before bidding. The buyer is responsible for the Pack fee. For the most recent information on the Buyer Information Pack fee, please contact the iamsold team. The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600 inc. VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty. Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £960 inc. VAT. These services are optional.