136 Lexden Road, Colchester CO3 4BL. Manor on the hill at Lexden. 5 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, 2 bathrooms

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1 136 Lexden Road, Colchester CO3 4BL Manor on the hill at Lexden 5 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, 2 bathrooms

2 Fenn Wright Signature - North Essex At a glance Semi-detached former manor house Five double bedrooms, all with wardrobes Ensuite and large family bathroom Three characterful reception rooms Under 2.5 miles to Colchester mainline train station and town centre Unoverlooked rear garden and park views to the front Close proximity to excellent schools Ample parking

3 Charming unlisted period home occupying a delightful position set above road level on the hill with stunning open views over Lexden Springs and beyond. A rare opportunity to personalise this characterful unspoilt semidetached former manor home, originally owned by the Papillon family, currently offering classically proportioned accommodation close to the heart of Colchester s most sought after location of Lexden. The property now forms the western part of what was once formally known as Lexden Manor House of which its main portion dates back to the early 1600 s and the reign of Charles the First. The conversion into two dwellings in about 1960 was carried out carefully under architect s supervision so as to retain as far as possible the atmosphere and character of the original house. The property A wooden glass paned entrance door leads into the entrance hall with parquet flooring and symmetrical wooden doors which house a coat cupboard and a tiled cloakroom with obscure windows to the front and side. The very spacious entrance hall with traditional style windows and brick fireplace in wood surround provides room for entertainment and access to all reception rooms, kitchen and, from here, stairs ascend to the first floor. The large sitting room with sash windows and original shutters to the side and beautiful large shuttered circular bay window to the front offers spacious accommodation and is open plan to the study area. A further door leads back through into the inner entrance hall with two large storage cupboards before entering in to the dining room. A well-proportioned room, the dining area with its exposed and original timbers houses a brick built feature gas fireplace with beautifully embellished oak surround and French doors open on to the paved courtyard. From the dining room the kitchen can be found with windows overlooking the courtyard and front garden, storage units with two inset wash bowls and a side door providing access to front driveway with adjacent pantry cupboard with slate shelving. At the end of the kitchen is a wooden door that leads into the large garage with two tiled archways, perfect for either storage or further conversion in to a larger style kitchen dining area subject to any necessary consent. The first floor galleried landing continues the property s wealth of character with its original floorboards, exposed timbers, sash window to side and ceiling window providing a well-lit generous space and access to all bedrooms. Passing two storage cupboards and down its own private corridor, bedroom one is of generous size benefiting from ample built in wardrobe space and bay window and shutters to the front overlooking Lexden Springs. Bedroom three sharing similar views over the park with dual aspect has a further door with its own double ceiling height wardrobe space and bathroom with matching suite and shuttered window to side. The west wing corridor off of the landing provides access to the property s imposing rear Yew grove entrance with shuttered door which unusually runs level with the property s rear garden due to its positioning on the hill. The remainder of the bedroom accommodation is found in the west wing corridor with three windows overlooking the rear garden. Bedroom two benefits from built in storage and window overlooking the courtyard whilst bedrooms four and five have windows to the front and also benefit from built in wardrobes. Bedroom four benefits from a further double glazed back door to the rear garden which allows potential for the room or west wing to be used as a selfcontained annexe. The family bathroom is of extremely generous size with beautiful floor to ceiling wooden storage cupboards, sink inset to vanity style unit, W.C and panel enclosed bath. 136 Lexden Road, Colchester CO3 4BL

4 Fenn Wright Signature - North Essex The entrance hall is of generous size with a brick built fireplace and original sash windows

5 The sitting room has a beautiful half bay window with shutters and is open plan to the study area 136 Lexden Road, Colchester CO3 4BL

6 Fenn Wright Signature - North Essex The spacious landing and corridors boast a wealth of character with their original wooden floorboards and exposed timbers

7 All bedrooms benefit from wooden fitted wardrobes and are of double bed sizes 136 Lexden Road, Colchester CO3 4BL

8 Fenn Wright Signature - North Essex Outside The property is approached by a red brick enclosed wall with shingled drive way and paved courtyard. The rear garden lies to the south of the property and is mainly laid to lawn with unique Yew grove, a terrace and mature shrubs and bushes enclosed by a brick wall and wooden panelled fencing. There is external side access to the garden from the front of the property where the attached garage can be found with and up and over door with lighting and power points. Additionally there is a further separate detached garage with up and over door alongside the driveway which has parking for several vehicles. The front of the property enjoys views over Lexden Springs which is a protected open space of the Colne Valley.

9 136 Lexden Road, Colchester CO3 4BL

10 Fenn Wright Signature - North Essex Location Lexden Road Lexden Road is one of Colchester s most sought after addresses leading out of the town to the heart of Old Lexden Village, where the house is found. The area has an abundance of Colchester s finest homes and whilst now forming part of the town, there are acres of open space at the nearby Hilly fields, as well as the Lexden Park Nature Reserve just round the corner, as well as Lexden Springs opposite, making the location ideal for walking dogs. The area is well known for a variety of schools including the Royal Grammar School, Boys High School, Oxford House, Lexden Montessori, St. Mary s School for Girls, The Girls High School, St. Benedict s and the Phillip Morant School and College. The last remaining pub in Old Lexden, The Crown, has now become a popular restaurant and bar. Colchester Colchester s town centre is surrounded by its roman walls and is steeped in history, including its Norman Castle. The town centre provides much of what is expected of a major town with many national retailers and specialists shops and with bars and restaurants catering for most tastes. The town centre also has its own multi-screen cinema, the Mercury Theatre and the Firstsite Art Gallery. Further educational facilities are found in the town centre with not only a Sixth Form College but the Colchester Institute, whilst on the eastern outskirts of the town is the University of Essex. For the commuter Colchester s North Station provides mainline services terminating at London s Liverpool Street with most journey times scheduled for 50 minutes. For the road user there is also straight forward access leading down to the A12 to the M25 and beyond.

11 Plans 136 Lexden Road, Colchester CO3 4BL

12 Directions Services From Colchester proceed west along the Lexden Road, proceeding down the hill past St Clare Road. Passing the church and the former Sun Inn, where the property can be found shortly after, on the left hand side. We understand that mains water, electricity and gas are connected to the property. Council tax band - G EPC rating - tbc Tenure - Freehold Method of sale - Private treaty