3 bed semi-detached house for sale

Drury Road, Colchester CO2

An exceptional and extended three bedroomed semi-detached home situated in this popular road. Built at the turn of the century the cottage retains a great deal of character and period features. The property has the benefit of a side drive with off road parking and a good size and sunny rear garden. On approaching the property by the well-tended front garden, the porchway with original covered portico leads to the entrance door with inset stained glass effect detailing. This attention to detail is reflected through the property and adds to the lovely feel this home generates. Internally downstairs the property flows from the good size reception hallway to the generous lounge that retains the original picture rail and detailing. Continuing on the ground floor there is a bright and sunny central breakfast / dining space with patio doors leading to an outside seating area. You are are then led through a utility area providing access to a side lobby and separate downstairs cloakroom. The ground floor extension provides the well-proportioned kitchen that overlooks the delightful rear garden. Upstairs there are three good size bedrooms, two of which retain the original fireplace feature. Outside there is a side driveway providing off road parking. Side gates lead to a small brick seating area with a small, raised timber deck. The rear garden continues to the formal middle lawn area with mature shrubs and a further small patio. Beyond this a gate leads to an outbuilding / shed with light & power, there is also a greenhouse tucked away in the corner.

Location Overview

Situated to the south-east of Colchester’s city centre, this well-established residential area is popular with families and professionals alike, offering a convenient blend of local amenities, reputable schooling and excellent transport links. The location provides easy access into the city centre while also being within reach of green spaces and everyday conveniences, making it ideal for modern living.

Shopping & Amenities

The property is conveniently positioned within easy reach of a variety of shopping facilities. A Budgens convenience store is located just a short walk away, ideal for day-to-day essentials.

Colchester city centre offers a wider range of retail options, including the popular Lion Walk Shopping Centre and Culver Square, both providing a selection of high street brands, cafes and restaurants. The town centre also features a traditional market alongside independent boutiques, creating a vibrant shopping environment.

For larger retail requirements, the nearby Tollgate Retail Park at Stanway offers an extensive range of major retailers, supermarkets and dining options.

Schools & Education

The area is well served by a number of well-regarded schools for all ages.

Primary Schools nearby include:

Hamilton Primary School

St John’s Green Primary School

St Thomas More’s Catholic Primary School

St James the Great Church of England Primary School

North Primary School and Nursery

Secondary & Further Education options include:

Philip Morant Secondary School

Thomas Lord Audley School

The Gilberd School

The Trinity School

Colchester Institute

The Sixth Form College Colchester

Colchester also benefits from a selection of highly regarded grammar and independent schools, further enhancing its appeal for families.

Transport Links

The property benefits from excellent transport connections, with easy access to the A133 and A12. Colchester’s mainline railway station (Colchester North) provides direct services to London Liverpool Street in approximately 50–60 minutes, making it ideal for commuters.

Summary

An ideal location offering excellent local amenities within walking distance, alongside strong schooling options and convenient transport links, all within easy reach of Colchester’s vibrant city centre

Reception Hallway

Character entrance door with half glazed side panel. Radiator with attractive cross front panel design. Stairs to first floor with understairs cupboards below. Machined oak effect flooring

Sitting Room

A room with a lovely feel. The feature window to the front and separate side window provide a light and airy feel. Patio doors to the rear garden patio add to this. The original picture rail and featuring are retained. Oak feature fireplace and hearth, inset coal effect gas fire which is remotely operated. Two radiators

Breakfast / Dining Room

In the centre of the property is this convenient dining area a favourite spot for the current owners. Plenty of space for dining table and sofa. Patio doors to the side garden. Wall mounted Dimplex electric fire feature. Radiator

Utility Area

Double opening three quarter glazed doors lead to this area, to one half tiled wall there is a breakfast bar / worksurface space with radiator below. Storage cupboards above. To the other wall there is space for appliances and further storage. Gas boiler. Radiator. Full height storage cupboard. Half glazed door leading to small lobby providing access to the cloakroom, access to the garden

Downstairs Cloakroom

Low flush WC. Radiator. Window to side

Kitchen

A well fitted and proportioned kitchen with inset whirlpool gas hob and extractor above, eye level Siemens double oven to the side. Good range of base storage cupboards with wall mounted cupboards above. Single drainer sink unit with picture window above. Space for American style fridge freezer

Landing

Loft access, with lighting and drop down ladder

Master Bedroom

Good size room. Picture window to the front elevation. Radiator. Picture rail. Original fireplace feature

Bedroom Two

Window to rear. Radiator. Original fireplace feature

Bedroom Three

Window to rear. Radiator

Shower Room

Shower cubicle with thermostatically control shower. Low flush WC. Vanity wash hand basin. Window to side. Radiator

Outside Front

To the front elevation there is a well kept and in keeping garden with lawn and several mature shrubs, bounded by low level brick wall and wrought iron gate. There is a convenient side concrete driveway providing off road parking that leads to full height side double opening gates

Outside Rear

The delightful and sunny rear garden is effectively split into three areas. Directly to the side of the house there is a seating area with two small raised decks, a small lawn and several large shrubs. A picket fence gives access to the central formal garden, this area has been well tended with sculptured conifer and shrub borders, there is a small patio and a paved pathway leads to the third area where you have a detached outbuilding with light and power, patio area and a greenhouse