Middle Green, Wakes Colne, Colchester
- Land size
- 1.25 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Four Bedroom Detached Family Home
- Plot Size circa 1.25 acres (STLS)
- Lounge / Dining Room
- Kitchen / Breakfast Room | Utility Room
- Main Bedroom with Ensuite
- Study | Conservatory
- Family Bathroom | WC
- Stable Block
- Workshop
- Double Garage | Ample Off Road Parking
Description
SUMMMARY
Silvercrest is a detached four bedroom family home, tucked away in a peaceful countryside setting.
The property enjoys an enviable plot of circa 1.25 acres (subject to survey) that provides small scale equestrian facilities including a small stable block.
The accommodation on offer includes three double bedrooms and spacious single bedroom, ensuite shower room, kitchen / breakfast room, lounge / dining room, study / snug and uninterrupted countryside views, thus Silvercrest will offer the new owners a wonderful base to enjoy all the local area has to offer including some exceptional bridleways on your doorstep.
SILVERCREST
The property opens to a lounge / dining room, with open fireplace to the front and space for a dining table to the rear. Doors to the rear leads through to the conservatory which provides lovely views of the garden beyond.
The kitchen / breakfast room features an integrated induction hob and double oven. There is space for a large fridge / freezer and plumbing is provided for a free standing dishwasher. Ample storage is provided by a good array of cupboards and drawers.
Adjacent to the kitchen / breakfast is the utility room that provides further workspace and storage as well as space for a freestanding fridge, freezer and plumbing for both a freestanding washing machine and tumble dyer.
To the front of the property there is a dual aspect study / snug, ideal for those that have the opportunity to work from home.
Accessed via a boot room, the cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation and is comprised of a wc and handbasin set within a vanity unit.
Ascending the stairs to the first floor there are three double bedrooms and spacious single.
The principal bedroom is to the front with fitted wardrobes and ensuite comprised of a shower with both rainfall shower head and mixer attachment, wc, handbasin set within a vanity unit and heated towel rail.
The second bedroom is to the rear, again with wardrobes space, bedroom three is a dual aspect double and the fourth a good sized single with storage cupboard.
The four piece family bathroom completes the internal accommodation, comprised of a bath, separate shower cubicle, handbasin set with a vanity unit, heated towel rail and wc.
OUTDOOR LIVING
Externally a gravelled driveway provides ample parking for several vehicles in addition to the double garage with electronic door. To the rear of the driveway a gate allows access to the rear of the plot including the workshop and stable block.
Adjacent to the house is a large patio with covered pergola, ideal for entertaining family and friends no matter what the weather may bring. The garden is neatly planted with mature beds and borders.
To the rear of the garden is the Stable block, comprised of two stables, a small tack room and covered storage and the paddock lies beyond.
The workshop completes Silvercrest and offers a range of potential uses to suit the requirements of the new owners.
LOCATION
Wakes Colne is a charming village surrounded by rolling Essex countryside, offering a perfect balance of rural living and convenience.
The village has its own station on the picturesque Gainsborough Line, providing direct connections to Marks Tey for onward trains to London Liverpool Street, making it ideal for commuters.
There is a welcoming community with a local pub and village store, and a key feature of the landscape the historic viaduct.
For a wider choice of shopping, dining, and schooling, Colchester is just a short drive away, while the Dedham Vale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and nearby Constable Country provide endless opportunities for walking, cycling and exploring.
AGENTS NOTES
Tenure Freehold | Oil Central Heating | EPC D.
Council Tax Band F | Restrictive Covenants Apply
Mains Water, Drainage and Electricity Connected
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- F
- Date Posted
- 2026-08-25
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,147 Homes with Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).
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Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Oil Heating
- Broadband
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- Sewerage
- Mains
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
- Ask Agent
- Restrictions
- Yes
Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Garage, Off-Street Parking
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Chappel CofE Controlled Primary School1.1 milesOfsted: Inadequate
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 82
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- Earls Colne Primary School and Nursery2.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 402
- Type
- Foundation school
- Colne Engaine Church of England Primary School2.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 88
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Bures Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School2.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 161
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Great Tey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School2.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 86
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- The Ramsey Academy, Halstead4.5 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 702
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Honywood School4.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 849
- Type
- Academy converter
- The Stanway School5.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,396
- Type
- Academy converter
- Thomas Gainsborough School6 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,603
- Type
- Academy converter
- Colchester County High School for Girls6.5 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,198
- Type
- Academy converter
- Gender
- Girls
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
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Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
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Flood Risk
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- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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Nicholas Percival, Colchester
Beacon End Farmhouse London Road, Stanway, CO3 0NQ
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