Colchester's five most expensive homes as listed on Zoopla

For some it might be getting a new job, doing more exercise or eating healthier.

But for many others 2021 will be the year they look to move to their dream home.

There's lots of choice across Colchester to find the perfect property, particularly for those with deep pockets.

These are the five most expensive properties in Colchester listed on property site Zoopla:

Four bed detached house in Alton Drive, Colchester, £1.5 million

Alton Drive

In the sought-after suburb by Lexden park, Alton House is a contemporary designer home which has been designed and created with materials sourced from all over Europe inspired by five star living.

Alton house boasts up to date technology including: LED lighting, gas fired central heating through either underfloor heating in controlled zones or through bespoke Zehnder design radiators.

The double-glazed windows tilt and turn, and the property features 22'10" wide folding doors opening the living space to the garden – perfect for entertaining.

Five bed detached house in St Clare Road, Colchester, £1.25 million

St Clare Road

An elegant five-bedroom detached home sitting on grounds approaching one third of an acre, ideally situated with easy access to high achieving schools.

St. Clare Road is arguably the most desirable road in Lexden, there are a range of generous and beautiful homes all within a short stroll to high achieving schools and the historic Colchester town centre.

The property sits on generous grounds approaching one third of an acre of beautiful and established gardens and is approached by a sweeping in and out carriage driveway.

Six bed detached house, Bakers Lane, Colchester, £1.25 million

Bakers Lane

A magnificent five/six bedroom detached residence set in a splendid private position in the sought after district of Braiswick, within close proximity to the A12, North Station and schools.

This fine, unique home is set centrally within a generous plot of approximately four acres, with a large shingled driveway, double carport and beautifully landscaped gardens at the rear and side.

Internally, the property boasts over 3,800 square ft of accommodation, with beautifully proportioned living space and sleeping quarters alike, making the perfect home for the growing family to settle into.

Outside, the property as previously mentioned is accessed via a shingled driveway with the property being secluded via a brick wall and five bar gates.

Five bed detached house, Braiswick, Colchester £1.1 million

Braiswick

This striking home resides on a generous 0.25 acre plot and has been upgraded and improved in recent years by the current owners and enjoys a vast array of spacious, elegant accommodation throughout which in total spans over 4,200 square feet.

Internally you are greeted by a grand reception hall with a sweeping central staircase, this leads to a total of four reception rooms comprising of an impressive dual aspect drawing room, a formal dining room, study and an attractive garden room.

There is a fabulous kitchen/breakfast room, a cloakroom and a sizeable utility and boot room complete the ground floor.

Seven bed detached house, Oxford Road, Colchester, £950,000

Oxford Road

Set in the sought-after location of Oxford Road Lexden, sits a stunning 7 bedroom double fronted Victorian era property, with no onward chain, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

In recent years the property has had the pleasure to be the home of education to children.

Featuring original Victorian flooring, original doors, including the front door, along with original picture rails and skirting boards and a beautiful marble fireplace, the residence extends to just under 4000 square feet with accommodation spanning over three levels plus a cellar. The property is built in red brick with ornate features and ample off-street parking.

For more information on the above properties, search Colchester at zoopla.co.uk.