Guide price

£450,000

4 bed detached house for sale
Old School House, Nunns Road, Colchester, Essex CO6

    • 4 beds

    • 2 baths

    • 1 reception

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Freehold
Added on 30/07/2026

About this property

  • Former Methodist Chapel converted into a unique detached residence

  • Approximately 1,898 sq. Ft. (176.4 sq. M.) of versatile accommodation

  • Four well-proportioned bedrooms and two bathrooms

  • Impressive 33ft dual-aspect living room

  • Separate dining room and spacious kitchen/breakfast room

  • Additional study and sitting room offering flexible living space

  • Wealth of character features including Gothic-style arched windows and high ceilings

  • Private patio and off-road parking

  • Walking distance to Colchester City Centre, Castle Park and railway stations

  • Rare opportunity to acquire a landmark period home with historical significance

A Truly Unique Converted Chapel In The Heart Of Colchester

A truly unique opportunity to acquire an exceptional detached period home, converted from a former Methodist chapel dating back to the 1870s. Rich in character and occupying a highly convenient position within walking distance of Colchester's historic city centre, The Old School House offers almost 1,900 sq. Ft. (176.4 sq. M.) of versatile accommodation arranged over two floors, blending striking architectural features with generous family living. The building is understood to have originally been constructed as the Nunns Road Primitive Methodist Chapel in 1873 before its sympathetic conversion into a private residence.

The impressive façade immediately sets the tone, with its distinctive Gothic-style arched windows and entrance creating an unforgettable first impression. Inside, the property continues to impress with spacious, light-filled rooms, high ceilings and a wealth of original detailing that reflects its historic past.
At the heart of the home is an exceptional 33ft dual-aspect living room, providing an expansive and inviting space for entertaining and relaxation. Complementing this is a formal dining room, alongside a generously proportioned kitchen/breakfast room with plenty of space for informal dining. The versatile ground floor also benefits from a separate study, an additional sitting room, a family bathroom, and an entrance porch, offering a flexible layout to suit a variety of lifestyles.

Upstairs, the first floor offers four bedrooms, including an impressive principal bedroom with dramatic proportions, together with a modern family bathroom and useful storage.

Outside, the property benefits from private courtyard and off-road parking, while its central location places Colchester's extensive range of shops, restaurants, cafés and cultural attractions within easy reach. Colchester Town and Colchester North stations provide direct rail services to London Liverpool Street, making the property equally attractive for commuters.

Offering outstanding space, remarkable character and an incredibly rare provenance, The Old School House presents a unique lifestyle opportunity for buyers seeking a home unlike any other.

Disclaimer - Reasonable endeavours have been made to ensure that the information contained in these particulars is materially correct; however, any intending purchaser should satisfy themselves by inspection, searches, enquiries, and survey as to the accuracy of each statement. Upon acceptance of an offer, a reservation fee will be required to secure the property, subject to terms and conditions.

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