5 bed semi-detached house for sale

Athelstan Road, Colchester CO3

Athelstan Road, Maldon Road District, CO3
A Five Bedroom Box Bay-Fronted Period Home
£525,000


Formerly a traditional post office and sweet shop, affectionately known as 'The Old Sweet Shop', this charming five bedroom semi-detached period home offers a wealth of character, versatile accommodation and a fascinating history, complemented by a private rear garden and detached garage.

Location
Situated along Athelstan Road, just off the highly regarded Maldon Road, the property occupies a desirable position within one of Colchester's most established residential districts. The location provides convenient access to the city centre, a selection of independent shops and everyday amenities, highly regarded primary and secondary schools, including Colchester Royal Grammar School and Colchester County High School for Girls, and Colchester North Station, with its mainline services to London Liverpool Street.

Property
The property's attractive redbrick façade, distinctive box bay window and traditional cast iron railings provide an immediate sense of its heritage. Internally, high ceilings, generous proportions and character features are complemented by a practical and flexible layout suited to modern family living.

The accommodation begins with a welcoming entrance hall, complete with useful understairs storage, leading to a spacious bay-fronted living room featuring an attractive fireplace and wooden flooring. A separate family room/formal dining room provides an additional reception space, ideal for entertaining or everyday family use, with the added convenience of a ground floor shower room and W.C.

Continuing towards the rear, the kitchen offers an extensive range of fitted units, generous worktop space and room for appliances. Beyond this, a breakfast room extension provides a delightful additional dining area, enjoying views over the rear garden and direct access outside through glazed patio doors.

The first floor is equally versatile, comprising five bedrooms of varying proportions, allowing flexibility for growing families, home working or guest accommodation. A family bathroom serves the bedrooms, whilst a separate storage cupboard and generous landing provide further practicality. The property also benefits from a substantial loft space, offering potential for future conversion, subject to the necessary consents and regulations.

Outside, the private and enclosed rear garden features an established lawn, mature planting and a raised decking area, providing an inviting setting for outdoor dining and relaxation. A detached garage, accessed via a shared private accessway to the side of the property, completes the accommodation and offers valuable storage or parking.

Viewings are available without delay via Michaels Property Consultants. All appointments must be arranged in advance.

Entrance Hall

Entrance door to front aspect, stairs to first floor, tiled floor, radiator, understairs storage cupboard, access and doors to:

Reception Room

15' 4" x 13' 5" (4.67m x 4.09m)

Dining Room/Family Room

13' 4" x 13' 5" (4.06m x 4.09m)

Ground Floor Shower Room & W.C

2.67m x 0.87m (8' 9" x 2' 10")

Kitchen

15' 11" x 10' 1" (4.85m x 3.07m)

Breakfast Room/Family Room

10' 11" x 7' 3" (3.33m x 2.21m)

Bedroom One

10' 10" x 12' 5" (3.30m x 3.78m)

Bedroom Two

7' 9" x 12' 5" (2.36m x 3.78m)

Bedroom Three

8' 5" x 12' 5" (2.57m x 3.78m)

Bedroom Four

10' 1" x 7' 0" (3.07m x 2.13m) 2.87m

Bedroom Five/Study

2.15m x 2.25m (7' 1" x 7' 5")

First Floor Family Bathroom

6' 11" x 10' 1" (2.11m x 3.07m)

Garage

19' 10" x 10' 1" (6.05m x 3.07m)