5 bed detached house for sale

Lexden Road, Colchester CO3

Fine & Country are proud to present this exquisitely restored and generously proportioned Grade II Listed Georgian residence, offering four to five bedrooms and situated in the highly desirable Lexden area of Colchester. Spanning three floors, this elegant home combines flexible living spaces with an abundance of period character, including high ceilings, sash windows, working shutters, and original fireplaces, all beautifully preserved and enhanced by tasteful modern updates. Perfectly positioned for easy access to Colchester city centre, the mainline station, and several outstanding schools, this exceptional property delivers a harmonious blend of heritage charm and contemporary family living.

Overview Fine & Country are proud to present this exquisitely restored and generously proportioned Grade II Listed Georgian residence, offering four to five bedrooms and situated in the highly desirable Lexden area of Colchester. Spanning three floors, this elegant home combines flexible living spaces with an abundance of period character, including high ceilings, sash windows, working shutters, and original fireplaces, all beautifully preserved and enhanced by tasteful modern updates. Perfectly positioned for easy access to Colchester city centre, the mainline station, and several outstanding schools, this exceptional property delivers a harmonious blend of heritage charm and contemporary family living.

Step inside A grand reception hall with an original Georgian staircase sets the tone for this elegant four/five-bedroom home, leading to two formal reception rooms, a playroom/snug, a versatile fifth bedroom or home office, a re-fitted bathroom, and a discreet secondary staircase connecting all floors.

The lower ground floor serves as the social heart of the property, featuring a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining, and family area with direct access to the rear garden - ideal for modern indoor/outdoor living. This level also includes a cinema room, walk-in wine cellar, utility room, and a contemporary bathroom.

Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms offer excellent family accommodation, with the principal and second bedrooms sharing a stylish Jack & Jill en-suite, complemented by an additional family bathroom.

Step outside Set back from the road, the property is approached via an enclosed front garden with a traditional pathway leading to the main entrance.

A secure side gate provides access to the spacious rear garden - a private retreat featuring a sun terrace, well-maintained lawns, mature planting, and a quaint potting shed.

To the rear, a large block-paved area offers secure off-road parking for multiple vehicles, accessed via remote-controlled electric gates from Spring Lane.

Location Situated in one of Colchester's most prestigious residential areas, this property enjoys a prime location within Lexden, known for its elegant homes and tree-lined avenues. There is an exceptional selection of educational institutions, including two of the country's top-performing grammar schools-Colchester Royal Grammar School and Colchester County High School for Girls-as well as several respected independent schools such as St Mary's School and Holmwood House.

The area offers a wealth of amenities, from local shops to leisure facilities, including Colchester Leisure World, David Lloyd Centre and Bannatyne Health Club and Spa at Kingsford Park and nearby green spaces such as Lexden Park and High Woods Country Park. Transport connections are excellent, with Colchester mainline station providing direct rail services to London Liverpool Street in under an hour, and easy access to the A12 for road travel across Essex and beyond.