Summary - JACOBS HALL WEST, 44 - 48 HIGH STREET BRIGHTLINGSEA COLCHESTER CO7 0AQ
4 bed 2 bath Semi-Detached
Historic four-bedroom house with long south garden close to seafront.
Grade I listed period house with extensive original character
Four bedrooms across multi-storey layout; flexible room uses
Spacious lounge/diner with open fireplace and exposed beams
Private south-facing rear garden approx. 100ft; driveway parking
Some single-glazed timber windows; potential thermal inefficiency
Listed status means consent required for alterations; higher upkeep
Total size ~1,007 sq ft — compact for a four-bedroom home
Fast broadband, excellent mobile signal; low local crime rate
This Grade I listed four-bedroom semi-detached house sits on Brightlingsea High Street, combining genuine period character with practical family living. Exposed beams, original fireplaces and a large lounge/diner create a warm, distinctive interior, while a rustic fitted kitchen and two bathrooms add everyday convenience. The property occupies a compact town-centre plot but benefits from driveway parking and a private, south-facing rear garden of approximately 100ft.
The home will suit buyers seeking character and a central location: schools, shops and the seafront are all within easy walking distance. The layout spans multiple floors, with flexible rooms that could serve as bedrooms, home offices or hobby spaces. Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal support modern working and entertainment needs.
As a Grade I listed building, any alterations or repairs require listed-building consent; maintenance and conservation costs can be higher than for non-listed homes. Many windows are single-glazed timber frames and some finishes reflect the house’s age, so buyers should budget for sympathetic repairs, upgrading where permitted, and ongoing upkeep.
Overall this is a rare, character-rich opportunity for a family or buyer who values historic detail and a central seaside town location, and who understands the responsibilities and costs that come with owning a high-grade listed property.
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