Summary - FLAT, 13, HIGH STREET CO7 9BE
2 bed 1 bath Cottage
Charming two‑bed listed cottage minutes from the waterfront and train station..
- Grade II listed cottage with original sash windows and exposed floorboards
- Two bedrooms plus semi-basement/study with restricted head height
- Compact total area (~502 sq ft); small rooms throughout
- Gas central heating present; boiler not tested (independent check advised)
- Shared courtyard rear, outdoor tap and garden shed
- Walking distance to train station, waterfront, shops and cafés
- Listed status may restrict alterations and complicate renovations
- EPC exempt due to listed status; council tax band B (relatively cheap)
This Grade II listed two-bedroom cottage sits in the heart of Lower Wivenhoe, a short walk from the waterfront, train station and local shops. Period details such as sash windows, exposed floorboards, cast-iron fireplaces and exposed beams give the house character and charm, while its compact footprint makes it manageable for a couple or first-time buyer seeking a historic home near good transport links.
Accommodation is arranged over split levels and totals about 502 sq ft. A sitting room and compact kitchen lead to a semi-basement/study with restricted head height and direct access to a shared courtyard. Two first-floor bedrooms and a bathroom provide sensible sleeping space; the property benefits from gas central heating (boiler not tested) and low local crime in a very affluent area.
Buyers should note the listed status: Grade II listing may restrict alterations and could complicate renovations or loft conversions. The overall size is small, and the semi-basement has limited headroom, which restricts its use. The gas boiler and services have not been tested, so an independent survey is recommended before purchase.
For a buyer who values character and location over open-plan living, this cottage offers a rare chance to own a historic home within easy commuting distance of London and walking distance of waterfront amenities. Early viewing is advised to appreciate the layout and period features in person.
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