4 bed detached house for sale

Empress Avenue, West Mersea, Colchester CO5

A rare opportunity to make your mark on this chain-free, detached home, ideally located on one of Mersea Island’s most prestigious roads—Empress Avenue—just a short stroll from the beach. This highly sought-after location offers direct access to the seafront and embodies the relaxed coastal lifestyle Mersea Island is famous for.

Mersea Island lies to the south of Colchester, nestled between the River Blackwater and the Colne Estuary. The island boasts a wide range of amenities, including a well-regarded primary school, stunning countryside and beach walks, and a vibrant sailing community with renowned yacht and sailing clubs. Food lovers will appreciate the exceptional seafood restaurants, such as the iconic Company Shed, Oyster Bar, and the ever-popular Coast Inn.

The property offers spacious accommodation in need of light refurbishment. Upon entering, you’re welcomed by an entrance hall with stairs to the first floor, built-in storage, and a convenient ground-floor shower room. The lounge extends the full length of the house, featuring a charming fireplace and doors opening onto and overlooking the rear garden. The generously sized kitchen/dining room includes a range of eye and base-level units, ample work surfaces, and space for appliances. An open archway leads to the dining area, which comfortably accommodates a family dining table and also provides direct access to the garden. Further double doors open into an additional reception room, offering flexibility for a playroom, home office, or snug. A versatile utility room/home office completes the ground floor accommodation.

Upstairs, the first-floor landing provides independent access to four well-proportioned bedrooms, along with ample built-in storage throughout. A family bathroom completes the upper level.

Externally, the property benefits from a spacious driveway offering ample off-road parking and access to a garage. The front garden is generously sized with mature trees and shrubs, while the rear garden is fully enclosed and mainly laid to lawn—ideal for families, entertaining, or simply enjoying the outdoors.

Building Safety

No

Mobile Signal

4G great data and voice

Existing Planning Permission

No

Coalfield Or Mining

No

Lounge

7.28m x 3.76m (23' 11" x 12' 4")

Kitchen/Dining Room

7.39m x 3.74m (24' 3" x 12' 3")

Second Reception Room

3.95m x 3.71m (13' 0" x 12' 2")

Utility Room/Office

3.77m x 1.73m (12' 4" x 5' 8")

Principal Bedroom

4.14m x 3.31m (13' 7" x 10' 10")

Second Bedroom

3.89m x 3.47m (12' 9" x 11' 5")

Third Bedroom

3.91m x 2.57m (12' 10" x 8' 5")

Fourth Bedroom

3.04m x 2.65m (10' 0" x 8' 8")

Family Bathroom

2.43m x 2.24m (8' 0" x 7' 4")

Disclaimer

These particulars are issued in good faith but do not constitute representations of fact or form part of any offer or contract. The matters referred to in these particulars should be independently verified by prospective buyers. Neither Knight Residential Limited nor any of its employees or agents has any authority to make or give any representation or warranty in relation to this property.

Agents Note

Council Tax Band: F
Standard construction
Gas, Electricity and mains drainage
Broadband and signal coverage - tbc