Summary - 19 UPPER HOLT STREET EARLS COLNE COLCHESTER CO6 2PG
2 bed 1 bath Detached
Grade II listed two-bed cottage with period charm and a private courtyard garden..
Grade II listed detached cottage with original beams and inglenook fireplace
Compact floor area (~582 sq ft) — best for downsizers or second home
Two bedrooms, first-floor bathroom; single bathroom only
Rear courtyard garden — low maintenance, private outdoor space
On-street parking only; no private driveway
Timber-frame construction likely lacks insulation — may need upgrades
Listed status will restrict alterations and add consent costs
Fast broadband and excellent mobile signal suitable for home working
This Grade II listed, detached Tudor-style cottage offers authentic period character in the village of Earls Colne. Exposed beams, an inglenook fireplace with a log burner and secondary glazing preserve historic charm while providing basic comfort. The house is compact (approx. 582 sq ft) and arranged over two floors with two bedrooms and a first-floor bathroom.
The property will suit buyers drawn to period detail and a low-maintenance plot rather than expansive living space — ideal for downsizers or those wanting a characterful weekend retreat. The rear courtyard garden is private and easy to manage; parking is on-street. Broadband speeds are fast and mobile signal is excellent, supporting modern working-from-home needs.
Important practical points: the listed status means alterations could be restricted and will require listed-building consent, which can complicate or add cost to renovations. The timber-frame construction appears to have no insulation (assumed) and some upgrade work may be needed to improve thermal efficiency. Prospective buyers should commission a full survey and checks on services and listed-status constraints before offering.
Overall this cottage offers authentic period living in a very affluent, quiet small-town setting, with clear potential for sympathetic updating. It’s a compact, character-first home where maintenance and planning considerations are part of the ownership equation.
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