The House Without a Name, Newcomen Way, Easthorpe
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The House Without A Name, Newcomen Way, Easthorpe, Colchester, Essex, CO4 9YA OIEO £550,000 A fantastic opportunity has arisen to acquire a rare to market six-bedroom Grade II listed detached house with no onward chain, five bathrooms (three en-suite), three reception rooms, high ceilings throughout, a simply amazing kitchen/dining room measuring more than 40 ft in length, off street parking for several vehicles and a fascinating history located in the picturesque village of Easthorpe which is conveniently located between Colchester and Kelvedon. THE PROPERTY The House Without a Name is a beautiful detached Grade II listed property dating back to the 17th century, it is believed that parts of it may date back even further to the 1500s, which means that it therefore comes with a fascinating history attached to it. From originally being two separate timber cottages, which have been added to over the years, it is now a property which measures over 3200 sqft. The accommodation on the ground floor comprises of three very good size reception rooms all with exposed wooden beams and high ceilings, one has an imposing working fireplace with a wood burner and another a large space where the bar used to be when this property was once a renowned pub which was very well attended, especially when the local point to point took place. There is a good size entrance hallway, adjacent to a utility room and a shower room with wash basin and toilet. Once through the hallway, you will be greeted by a simply amazing 40ft plus kitchen/dining room with stone floor throughout and a very useful space where the current children of the house spend their time. The kitchen is fully equipped with central island, a large Belfast sink and well cared for wooden work surfaces. It is open plan to a light and airy dining room also with exposed wooden beams. Both the kitchen and dining room have French doors opening onto the walled garden which has a large terrace with the rest being laid to lawn, adding to the dining and entertaining aspect of this house. There are also raised beds made from railway sleepers and an herb and vegetable garden. The first floor is made of six bedrooms all of which are doubles of various sizes and four bathrooms one being a very well-appointed family bathroom with separate bath and walk in shower cubicle and three others all of which are en- suite. There is also plenty of very convenient storage. THE LOCATION Easthorpe is a small village in the Colchester District, in the English county of Essex in the East of England. Easthorpe is on an old Roman road. Nearby settlements include the large town of Colchester and the villages of Kelvedon, Marks Tey, Copford and Copford Green. The main A12 road is a short drive away. There are train stations nearby including Marks Tey, Kelvedon and Colchester all of which offer easy access to London Liverpool Street. HOW TO GET THERE From Colchester – 9.5 Miles Get on the A12 heading in the direction of London. After Junction 25 turn left into Easthorpe Road and continue for half a mile the house will be on your right at the junction with Well Lane. From Kelvedon – 9.2 Miles Take the B1024 heading towards Colchester turn right on to the B1023 towards Inworth. Turn left on the B1022 Colchester Road then turn left onto Blind Lane. Continue on this road until you reach Easthorpe Road. Turn left and continue for a quarter of a mile and the house will be on your left at the junction with Well Lane 65 North Hill, Colchester, www.fineandcountry.com Agents Note: Whilst every care has been taken to prepare these particulars, they are for guidance purposes only. All measurements are approximate are for general guidance purposes only and whilst every care has been taken to ensure their accuracy, they should not be relied upon and potential Essex, CO1 1PX 01206 878155 buyers/tenants are advised to recheck the measurements charlotte.coleman@fineandcou ntry.com .