Colchester Road, Chappel

A substantial and characterful four-bedroom detached residence, dating back to 1901, occupying an impressive plot of approximately half an acre in Chapel, CO6, just before the Chapel Viaduct. Presented to a high standard throughout, this exceptional home combines period charm, generous proportions and carefully considered modern improvements.
The property is approached via a private driveway, providing ample parking and access to the detached double garage. The substantial plot offers a rare sense of space and privacy, with extensive gardens and grounds creating an attractive setting for this distinctive home.
Ground Floor
The accommodation flows naturally from the welcoming entrance hall into a series of well-connected reception spaces. To the front of the property is a versatile living room, providing a comfortable formal sitting area and featuring a bay window that enhances the sense of light and space.
The central hallway leads through to the dining room, a particularly characterful room with original floorboards and a fully working original fireplace. This provides an impressive setting for formal dining and entertaining, while retaining an excellent connection with the period of the property.
Beyond the dining room is the impressive kitchen, which forms the heart of the home. Re-fitted in September 2022, the kitchen is designed for both everyday family life and entertaining, with a generous layout that incorporates space for dining and informal living. It is fitted with an integrated dishwasher, under-counter freezer, Samsung Bespoke tall fridge in Cotta Beige and a SMEG Stainless Steel Symphony induction range cooker.
The kitchen connects through to a further living area, creating a flexible arrangement that could be used as a family room, snug or informal reception space. This part of the home benefits from attractive views and direct access towards the garden, allowing the internal accommodation to flow naturally into the outdoor space.
Also located on the ground floor is a useful office or occasional bedroom, together with a bathroom, utility room and separate WC. This arrangement provides excellent flexibility for home working, guests or multi-generational living.
First Floor
The staircase rises to a spacious first-floor landing, giving access to four well-proportioned bedrooms and three bathrooms. The principal bedroom is positioned to provide a generous and private suite, with a separate dressing room and en-suite facilities. This bedroom extension was completed in July 2021, creating a particularly impressive principal suite with excellent proportions.
The remaining three bedrooms provide versatile accommodation for family, guests or further home-working requirements. Two of the bedrooms are served by a further bathroom, while an additional bathroom ensures the first floor is well equipped for a busy household.
Throughout the home, original features have been carefully retained and maintained, including the original sash windows and original floorboards. The floorboards within the reception rooms have been professionally sanded and varnished, enhancing the character and warmth of the principal living spaces.
The property has been thoughtfully updated while preserving its period appeal, with the kitchen and principal bedroom extension providing modern functionality alongside the home’s original architectural details.
Externally
The property occupies a generous plot of approximately half an acre, offering a wonderful combination of privacy, space and potential. The gardens provide a variety of areas for outdoor entertaining, relaxation and family enjoyment, with the surrounding grounds contributing to the home’s secluded and established feel.
A private driveway provides ample off-road parking and leads to the detached double garage, offering secure vehicle storage and excellent additional space for equipment, hobbies or workshop use.
This impressive period home offers an exceptional blend of character, scale and modern living, with beautifully proportioned accommodation, a substantial plot and a highly desirable position in Chapel, just before the viaduct.