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5 Bedroom detached house ● Gaston Street, Colchester ● £1,100,000
A immaculate, attractive and individual five bedroom modern home is the heart of this picturesque Suffolk village. Accommodation of 2948 sq. ft. The village provides a wonderful mix of rural life and being part of a friendly community paired with easy access to commuter links - road and rail.
Relax and Enjoy Modern living in a pretty Suffolk village
East Bergholt is perfectly positioned for those who crave countryside living without sacrificing access to town amenities—just ten miles north of Colchester and eight miles south of Ipswich, both easily reached for commuting, shopping, or leisure. A wonderfully pretty village with a friendly community, with a broad range of residents of all ages and family sizes.
Peace of mind and room for the whole family
Built by a respected local builder in 2014, this exceptional home is one of only three properties discreetly set back from the road behind a private driveway. Offering the perfect balance of neighbourly charm and personal privacy, the setting ensures peace of mind—whether you're out for the day or away on holiday. Total accommodation of approximately 2948 sq. ft.
Lovingly maintained by the current owners for the past ten years, the home remains in immaculate condition—surpassing the finish and presentation often found in many newly built properties. Flooded with natural light, it has been thoughtfully decorated to a very high standard, with stylish choices in colour, materials, fixtures, and fittings throughout.
Convenience – of village life, country walks and commuting
The location offers a superb lifestyle. Just a short stroll from the village shop, doctor’s surgery, and local pubs, everything you need is close at hand. The current owners speak fondly of weekend walks to Flatford Mill and along the River Stour, or the circular walk to Dedham for a relaxing lunch before wandering home—ideal for children, dogs, and nature lovers alike. Paddle boarding, canoeing, or simply catching up with friends in one of the village eateries are just some of the many simple pleasures enjoyed here. It's a place where you’ll regularly bump into familiar faces, fostering a genuine sense of community and belonging.
Despite being located on Gaston Street—the main route into the village centre—this home offers surprising tranquillity and a welcome degree of privacy. Its position makes it ideal for those seeking the best of both worlds: village living with excellent connectivity.
For commuters and weekend explorers, Manningtree Station is under four miles away, offering direct links to London. The A12 is within easy reach, providing swift access to both Colchester and Ipswich. For families, local primary and secondary schools are within walking distance, while school bus services serve the well-regarded Ipswich Independent Schools, Colchester Grammar Schools, and the prestigious Royal Hospital School at Holbrook, less than seven miles away.
Our vendors are making a lifestyle move, leaving behind a home filled with warmth, joy, and wonderful memories. As they drive away for the last time, they’ll do so with full hearts, looking back fondly on a very special place.
Gaston Street – A Tapestry of Heritage and Style
Gaston Street is one of East Bergholt’s most desirable addresses—a primarily residential street rich in architectural variety and history. At its northern end, you'll find Richardson’s Farm, a working farm complete with its listed farmhouse. Closer to the village centre stands the historic Lambe School, founded in 1594 and now serving as the village hall. Opposite it, large, classically styled homes built in the late 20th century add to the eclectic charm.
Originally sparsely developed, Gaston Street saw only 16 houses recorded in 1851, with landmarks like Tufnells at one end and The Gothics at the other. Since then, sensitive infill has created a diverse and engaging streetscape, now featuring ten listed buildings scattered along both sides. Intermixed with modern homes of varying styles, the street retains a cohesive charm, thanks in part to its numerous mature trees—many protected by Tree Preservation Orders—which enhance the leafy, peaceful ambiance.
Welcome to East Bergholt – Heart of Constable Country
East Bergholt, the birthplace of the renowned painter John Constable, lies at the heart of the area now affectionately known as Constable Country. This scenic region encompasses the charming villages of East Bergholt, Capel St. Mary, Stratford St. Mary, and Dedham, each offering a unique slice of quintessential English countryside.
Set in the picturesque Stour Valley, East Bergholt is a thriving and friendly Suffolk village with a diverse, welcoming community. Its tranquil atmosphere, stunning natural beauty, and strong sense of belonging make it an ideal haven for families of all sizes, as well as individuals seeking the serenity of rural life. The village is steeped in character, where every home seems to tell a story—its variety of period and modern architecture rivals that of nearby Dedham, yet without the large influx of tourists, especially during summer months.
Of course, you’ll still see the occasional group of walkers meandering towards the famous Willy Lott’s Cottage, perhaps stopping at the nearby tea room before enjoying a peaceful stroll along the river. These gentle rhythms are all part of village life here.
ACCOMMODATION
This five bedroom detached home offers versatile accommodation - three storey, with principle bedroom and two further double bedrooms on the first floor and, two double bedrooms and a bathroom on the second.
Key accommodation includes; study, two reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast/dining room, utility room, downstairs cloakroom, five double bedrooms, two en-suite shower rooms, family bathroom and second floor shower room. In addition, this home also benefits from a double garage and a well-proportioned private and enclosed landscaped rear garden.
Although there is a door to the far right of the street facing façade this isn’t the main entrance. Although functional it is more for aesthetics reasons and to add some character to this side of the home. The property resides within a private courtyard of only three properties, two detached executive homes and one charming bungalow. The front driveway provides off road parking for three/four vehicles and access to a double garage with glazed sectional electric garage doors. The main entrance is via an oak framed porch with matching entrance door.
INTERNAL
The entrance hall has engineered oak flooring, and provides access to all reception spaces. To the immediate right, a sizeable study, whilst to the rear a well-proportioned sitting room, complimented with an inset Charnwood cast iron log burner and bi-folding doors that flood the room with a wealth of natural light.
The entrance hall leads to the kitchen-diner, finished to a high standard, complete with; tumbled marble flooring, a bespoke handcrafted kitchen with both oak and granite work surfaces, central island, dual range oven and space for further appliances, bi-folding doors out on to a well-manicured rear garden and access to a separate utility room and ground floor W.C. To the rear of the kitchen is a versatile space is currently used as the family room, but could be used a playroom or formal dining room if desired. The generous space in the kitchen, with comfy seating area, breakfast bar and space for a six seater table does negate the need use this room as a dining room.
Stairs ascend to the first floor from the entrance hall, were a spacious landing provides access to three double bedrooms, with the principle bedroom benefitting from both a walk-in-wardrobe and en-suite shower room. Bedroom two also benefits from a shower room, whilst a four piece travertine tiled family bathroom suite serves the remainder of the house. The second floor has two further double bedrooms that shared the tiled shower room. If there isn’t a need for five bedrooms then this floor would make a perfect teenagers ‘den’, with bedroom and, study/playroom, perhaps with a sofa bed for sleepovers.
EXTERNAL
The sitting room and kitchen open up to a mature, almost south facing, rear garden, offering maximum privacy and benefitting from an array of mature hedges, trees and shrubs throughout. An expansive India sandstone patio area offers itself as the ideal space for outdoor seating and al-fresco dining, whilst the remainder is predominately laid to lawn. Secure gated side access leads to both the front of the property and street front.
- WHATft S NEARBY
- EAST BERGHOLT has a range of facilities including a general store and post office, baker, chemist, GP surgery and medical centre. Parish and congregational Churches, and many local associations. The villages provides educational facilities from pre-school age to GCSE, sixth form colleges in Colchester and Ipswich. Short drive to the A12 link, North and South, to A14 and M25. Regional airport is Stansted, approximately an hour by car. Mainline railways station in Manningtree, about an hour to London Liverpool Street. The village is famous for its historical connections with John Constable, and the landscape he painted is still very much the same today. From the village there are numerous footpaths giving direct access into this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
- INFORMATION
- Tenure - Freehold Local Authority - BaberghCouncil Tax Band - FServices - Mains Gas, Electric, Water and Drainage. Gas fired central heating - underfloor on ground floor and radiators on first and second.BROADBAND - 900 Mbps available subject to subscription
- Property reference CWR080212238
- Council Tax Band F
- Tenure Freehold
- Broadband Check availability
- Energy rating B
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Without a doubt there are two large driving forces for people moving to the area. The excellent range of private and state schools. The grammar schools annually top the league tables across the country. The range of private schools offer a more tailored education and are exceptionally well sought after. The second, being value for money, although, as the town grows, house prices within the area look to rise steadily within the coming years.
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The information displayed about this property comprises a property advertisement. This property advertisement does not constitute property particulars. The information is provided and maintained by chewton rose. Please contact the chewton rose office directly to obtain full property particulars and any information which may be available under the terms of The Energy Performance of Buildings (Certificates and Inspections) (England and Wales) Regulations 2007 and The Home Information Pack Regulations 2007.
