355 houses for sale in Polstead Colchester

PRICE RANGE 475,000 to 525,000 This deatched house is in the picturesque village of Langham. You can reach Colchester easily for retail, restaurants, the theatre and much more whilst having the peace and tranquility of a viallge location. There is a local pub and shop and a community centre. This home has lots of versatility as you could use one of the reception rooms as a bedroom if you wish but it would aslo make a ideal office if you work from home. There is driveway parking and a lovely rear garden. CHAIN FREE SALE. NB - these pictures were pre tenant and some decoration is required

This stunning five-bedroom detached house, formerly the ex-show home, offers a unique blend of style, space, and premium features, making it a standout property in a sought-after location. The ground floor is thoughtfully designed, featuring a spacious and contemporary kitchen/diner, ideal for family meals and entertaining, alongside a utility room for added practicality. A shower room, a welcoming living room, a dedicated study, and an additional versatile reception room provide a wealth of options for relaxation, work, and leisure, perfectly catering to the needs of modern family life. Upstairs, the property continues to impress with five generously proportioned bedrooms, including a master suite with its own ensuite bathroom. The remaining bedrooms are serviced by a well-appointed family bathroom, offering comfort and convenience for all. As the ex-show home, this property boasts thoughtful touches throughout, adding an extra layer of sophistication to its already impressive design.

Being sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting Bid 360,000 This property will be legally prepared enabling any interested buyer to secure the property immediately once their bid/offer has been accepted. Ultimately a transparent process which provides speed, security and certainty for all parties. Nestled in the desirable village of Great Horkesley, to the north of Colchester, this beautifully presented timber framed two/three-bedroom detached home is offered with no onward chain, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a smooth and swift move. Immaculately maintained throughout, the property enjoys a tranquil setting backing directly onto open fields, with truly stunning, well-tended rear gardens that offer a peaceful and private retreat. The garden also boasts multiple sheds and a charming garden room, perfect for hobbies, storage, or simply enjoying the outdoors. The ground floor accommodation comprises an entrance porch leading to a generous lounge

GUIDE PRICE ?1,000,000 - ?1,050,000* Boydens are pleased to bring to the market Fairfield, an impressive extended family residence occupying a generous plot of over two acres in the highly regarded village of Langham, to the north of Colchester. Offering a rare combination of adaptable family accommodation, excellent leisure space, substantial outbuildings and equestrian potential, this is a home perfectly suited to those seeking country-style living with everyday convenience close at hand. Set back from the road and approached via an in-and-out driveway, Fairfield immediately gives a sense of space and privacy. Wrought iron gates lead through to a detached garage and annexe building, while the wider grounds unfold beyond the house to include gardens, a wildlife pond, stabling and a private paddock. The main house offers wonderfully flexible accommodation arranged with family life in mind. A spacious entrance hall provides a welcoming first impression, with the principal sitting room p

Situated within the ever-popular Hedgerows development in the sought-after village of Great Cornard, this well-presented three-bedroom semi-detached home offers spacious and versatile accommodation, making it an ideal purchase for first-time buyers, growing families, or those looking to create a home tailored to their own tastes. The property is approached via a generous driveway providing ample off-road parking for three or more vehicles. Upon entering, a welcoming entrance hall leads through to a spacious living room, offering an excellent space for both everyday family living and entertaining. To the rear, a bright conservatory overlooks the garden and provides a versatile additional reception room, ideal as a family room, home office, or playroom. The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units, offering ample worktop space and storage, while the separate dining room provides the perfect setting for family meals or entertaining guests. The first floor comprises three well

This exceptionally spacious three/four-bedroom property presents a fantastic opportunity for those looking to create a long-term family home with endless potential. From the moment you step through the front door, you?re greeted by a generous lounge that flows effortlessly into a large, open-plan kitchen and dining area. The bright, airy space offers a natural hub for family life?whether it?s enjoying cozy evenings at home, hosting gatherings, or entertaining friends. The open layout creates a seamless connection between the indoor living area and the outdoor garden, providing the ideal setting for al fresco dining or simply relaxing in the sunshine. The ground floor is further enhanced by a versatile additional room, providing the perfect space for a home office, a playroom for children, or even a fourth bedroom, giving you great flexibility depending on your needs. A convenient cloakroom adds practicality to the ground floor, ensuring it?s not only stylish but functional. Upstairs, t

Oldhouse Farm is a splendid property offering almost 2,300 sq ft of comfortable accommodation arranged over two floors, and set in a peaceful position just outside the desirable village of Great Horkesley. While the house would benefit from some modernisation, it presents flexible living spaces with character features and excellent potential, complemented by delightful, well established gardens.The ground floor flows from a welcoming entrance hall, with exposed brickwork and space for informal seating. There are three reception rooms, including a superb principal reception room extending to around 26 ft in length. This impressive space features exposed beams, a grand brick built fireplace and a triple aspect, allowing an abundance of natural light. To the rear, a separate sitting room offers a relaxing retreat, while the formal dining room, with French doors opening onto the garden, is ideal for entertaining. The kitchen is fitted with modern white units and offers space for a range of

Being sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting Bid £360,000 This property will be legally prepared enabling any interested buyer to secure the property immediately once their bid/offer has been accepted. Ultimately a transparent process which provides speed, security and certainty for all parties. Nestled in the desirable village of Great Horkesley, to the north of Colchester, this beautifully presented timber framed two/three-bedroom detached home is offered with no onward chain, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a smooth and swift move. Immaculately maintained throughout, the property enjoys a tranquil setting backing directly onto open fields, with truly stunning, well-tended rear gardens that offer a peaceful and private retreat. The garden also boasts multiple sheds and a charming garden room, perfect for hobbies, storage, or simply enjoying the outdoors. The ground floor accommodation comprises an entrance porch leading to a generous loung

GUIDE PRICE £525,000 - £550,000*A superbly presented detached family home in a pleasant village location with delightful landscaped gardens, superb kitchen/dining/family room, lounge, garden room, garage and ample off road parking. Superbly presented detached family home offering extended accommodation and delightful landscaped gardens in this popular village location to the northwest of Colchester city. Double glazed entrance door leads to a welcoming entrance hall with turning staircase to the first floor and understairs cupboard and gives access to ground floor cloakroom comprising vanity sink, WC, with double glazed window to the side.The lounge features cast iron log burner and sliding double glazed doors that lead to a lovely garden room which is brick based and double glazed with sliding double glazed doors leading onto the delightful patio terrace. The lounge opens nicely to the kitchen/dining room to the front which has vaulted ceiling with two roof light windows and central i

A well presented mid-terraced home situated in a sought after residential development on the outskirts of the market town of Sudbury. The property benefits from a pleasant rear garden as well as a garage and off road parking. An entrance door leads to an entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor and doors off to the kitchen and living room. The modern fitted kitchen comprises wall and base units with work surfaces to two sides, tiled floor and part tiled walls. There is an inset one and a half bowl sink / drainer and four ring gas hob, integrated electric fan oven, plumbing for washing machine and space for a drinks fridge and freestanding fridge freezer. The living room is to the rear of the property with French doors leading to the rear garden. The focal point is a panelled media wall with an inset electric effect fire and space for TV. On one wall is built-in shelving with a useful understairs cupboard currently used as an office space. The first floor landing provides acc

Guide Price: £600,000 - £625,000. An outstanding opportunity to acquire one of just two individually designed executive homes, positioned within a picturesque semi-rural setting in the highly sought-after village of Great Horkesley.Now fully completed and ready for immediate occupation, this impressive home has been constructed by a well-regarded local developer and finished to an exceptional standard throughout, reflecting their established reputation for quality and attention to detail. 'Ivy House' is an elegantly designed property, built in a striking combination of red brick and render and enhanced by an attractive bay window.The accommodation opens into a spacious and welcoming reception hall, complete with a practical understairs cupboard. From here, doors lead to a cloakroom, a charming living room featuring an inset log burner and bay window, and the true heart of the home—a stunning open-plan kitchen, dining and family area.Extending across the full width of the property, this

Situated in a popular cul-de-sac is this well-presented detached bungalow offered for sale with no onward chain.The property benefits from two double bedrooms, a garage and driveway parking. The entrance hall gives access to all rooms and a storage cupboard.The living room is approximately 17' in width and benefits from a fireplace with a gas fire and double-glazed patio doors opening to the garden.The kitchen has work surfaces with space for appliances under including a washing machine and tumble dryer, a sink and drainer, built-in oven with gas hob and a double-glazed window overlooking the rear garden.Both bedrooms are double size rooms with windows to the front, bedroom one has two double built-in wardrobes.The bathroom has a panel bath with mixer taps, overhead shower attachment, a wash hand basin, WC and an obscure window.OutsideTo the front of the property is a lawned area with a driveway, double gates lead to a further driveway and the garage.The rear garden has a small patio a

Being sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting Bid 360,000This property will be legally prepared enabling any interested buyer to secure the property immediately once their bid/offer has been accepted. Ultimately a transparent process which provides speed, security and certainty for all parties.Nestled in the desirable village of Great Horkesley, to the north of Colchester, this beautifully presented timber framed two/three-bedroom detached home is offered with no onward chain, making it an ideal choice for those seeking a smooth and swift move. Immaculately maintained throughout, the property enjoys a tranquil setting backing directly onto open fields, with truly stunning, well-tended rear gardens that offer a peaceful and private retreat. The garden also boasts multiple sheds and a charming garden room, perfect for hobbies, storage, or simply enjoying the outdoors.The ground floor accommodation comprises an entrance porch leading to a generous lounge at

Located within a modern development on Grace Farrant Road this well-presented three bedroom semi-detached family home features a large driveway, modern interior, lounge and a spacious principal bedroom with en-suite. The double-glazed entrance door leads into the entrance hall which has a staircase rising to the first floor, access to the cloakroom.The living room has a large window to the front and leads to the kitchen/diner.The kitchen/diner has a double-glazed window to the rear, is fitted with a range of matching wall and base units, a stainless steel sink and drainer, integrated oven with hob and extractor above. There is also access to the understairs storage cupboard and double doors open to the rear garden.On the first floor are two double bedrooms and a single. Bedroom one has a window to the rear and an en-suite which comprises a low level WC, wash hand basin, shower cubicle and a heated towel rail.Bedroom three is also positioned to the rear with a double-glazed window and b

GUIDE PRICE £1,000,000 - £1,050,000* Boydens are pleased to bring to the market Fairfield, an impressive extended family residence occupying a generous plot of over two acres in the highly regarded village of Langham, to the north of Colchester. Offering a rare combination of adaptable family accommodation, excellent leisure space, substantial outbuildings and equestrian potential, this is a home perfectly suited to those seeking country-style living with everyday convenience close at hand.Set back from the road and approached via an in-and-out driveway, Fairfield immediately gives a sense of space and privacy. Wrought iron gates lead through to a detached garage and annexe building, while the wider grounds unfold beyond the house to include gardens, a wildlife pond, stabling and a private paddock.The main house offers wonderfully flexible accommodation arranged with family life in mind. A spacious entrance hall provides a welcoming first impression, with the principal sitting room pos

A delightful two-bedroom terraced cottage occupying a pleasant position along Mill Lane in the sought-after village of Dedham. Rich in period character, the property offers accommodation arranged over two floors. Outside, the cottage enjoys the attractive setting of a shared front garden, complemented by a small private patio to the rear. The cottage also benefits from a parking space within the Dedham Mill grounds opposite. Set along Mill Lane in the highly regarded village of Dedham, this attractive two-storey terraced cottage forms part of a distinctive red-brick terrace and offers characterful accommodation arranged over two floors.The property is approached through a shared front garden, where areas of lawn, established trees and mature planting create an appealing, leafy setting. A pathway leads to the cottage and its traditional frontage, with attractive brick detailing and sash-style windows contributing to the period character of the building.The front door opens into a comfor

FOR SALE BY ONLINE AUCTION ON TUESDAY 27TH OCTOBER 2026 TO REGISTER FOR LEGAL PACKS AND BIDDING INSTRUCTIONS, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITEThree bedroom detached home in the popular village of Wormingford.Situated on Main Road in the sought-after village of Wormingford, this spacious three-bedroom detached home offers versatile accommodation, generous gardens and excellent transport links. The ground floor features an entrance hall, spacious lounge, separate reception room, fitted kitchen and full-length conservatory overlooking the garden. Upstairs are three well-proportioned bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with en-suite, plus a family bathroom. Outside, the property benefits from ample off-road parking, a garage and a private rear garden with a swimming pool and additional storage room. Wormingford offers a picturesque rural setting with excellent access to Colchester, Sudbury and the A12, making it ideal for families and commuters seeking village life with convenient connectivity

SUMMARYA three bedroom detached property, in need of renovation, situated in a sought after location with field views, and offered with no onward chain.DESCRIPTIONGreat Cornard is a large village just outside the market town of Sudbury. The village offers a wide range of amenities including doctors surgery, primary and secondary schools and a range of shops, and there is good access to both Sudbury and Colchester which both have mainline train stations offering services to London Liverpool Street.Entrance Porch Door to front aspect. Double glazed window to side aspect. Door leading to:-Dining Room Two double glazed windows to front aspect. Stairs rising to first floor. Fireplace. Radiator. Opening onto Lounge. Door leading to kitchen and double doors leading to garden room. Door to:-Cloakroom Double glazed window to side aspect. Suite comprising low level WC and wash hand basin.Lounge Large double glazed window with field views and double glazed door leading to garden. Fireplace. Media

A superbly presented and extended family home in this popular village location north of the city offering excellent family living space with open plan design, three bathrooms, good size attractive garden and ample off road parking. An extended superbly presented four bedroom semi detached family home situated in this popular village location to the north of the city offering good size living accommodation throughout, ample off road parking and an attractive well maintained good sized garden. Double glazed entrance door leads to an entrance hall with wooden flooring and stairs to the first floor, this gives access to a ground floor shower room which offers a modern suite with shower cubicle, WC, hand basin, chrome heated towel rail and double glazed window to the front. To the rear of the hallway there is a good size kitchen/dining area, with the kitchen offering a range of units and work surfaces with cupboards and drawers under, inset one and a half bowl sink with mixer taps, space fo

Situated in the sought-after village of Dedham, this spacious detached bungalow is quietly positioned within Princel Mews - a private and well-regarded setting just moments from the heart of the village. The property offers well-planned, versatile accommodation extending across a generous footprint, with the added benefit of a loft room and integral garage. The property offers a generous and thoughtfully arranged layout, beginning with a welcoming entrance hall that provides access to the principal reception areas. The living room is well-proportioned, featuring a central fireplace that adds a focal point and warmth to the space. Large windows allow for excellent natural light, and glazed double doors open into a bright conservatory / garden room which enjoys views of the garden and adds an additional reception area that can be enjoyed year-round.The dining room, accessed via both the hallway and living room, offers ample space for entertaining, with glazed doors opening out to a patio

Cleverly crafted to evoke the charm of a row of post-medieval cottages, Parsonage House is an exceptional four-bedroom link detached home, beautifully combining period-inspired architecture with the comforts of contemporary living. Occupying a prime position in the heart of the picturesque Horkesley Hamlet, this elegant home offers beautifully proportioned accommodation, generous outside space and the significant advantage of being offered with no onward chain.From the attractive rendered façade and distinctive first-floor jetty to the traditional sash windows, exposed timbers and striking double-cambered roof, every detail has been thoughtfully considered to create a home of timeless character. Electric gates open onto a private driveway providing ample parking, together with a detached double garage and a covered car port, offering excellent practicality for modern family life.AccommodationGround floorInside, a welcoming reception hall leads through to a beautifully proportioned draw

SUMMARY*NO ONWARD CHAIN* Set within a highly regarded location giving easy access to highly regarded local schools is this well presented three bedroom detached home, with spacious lounge and extended kitchen/diner, and further enhanced with ample off road parking and beautiful garden.DESCRIPTIONGreat Cornard is a large village just outside the market town of Sudbury. The village offers a wide range of amenities including doctors surgery, primary and secondary schools and a range of shops, and there is good access to both Sudbury and Colchester which both have mainline train stations offering services to London Liverpool Street.Entrance Hall Double glazed door to front aspect. Stairs rising to first floor. Radiator.Lounge Double glazed window to front aspect. Radiator. Door leading to:-Kitchen / Diner Two double glazed windows to rear aspect. Fitted kitchen with a range of matching wall and base units over areas of work surface. Sink and drainer unit with one and a half bowl. Integral

Set along the sought-after Manningtree Road in the heart of Dedham, this charming, detached cottage occupies a delightful position within one of the area’s most desirable villages. Offering a wonderful balance of character, privacy and outdoor space, the property enjoys an attractive setting with excellent access to local amenities and the surrounding Dedham Vale. The property is approached via a generous gravel driveway providing ample off-road parking and access to the detached garage, creating an immediate sense of space and privacy. The front door opens into a welcoming entrance hall with stairs rising to the first floor and doors leading to the principal reception rooms. The sitting room is a well-proportioned space, enjoying a dual aspect and centred around a fireplace, with an open connection through to the dining room. Double doors lead from the sitting room into the conservatory, a light-filled room overlooking the garden, creating a natural link between the internal living sp

Occupying a delightful position on School Lane in the heart of Dedham, this enchanting Grade II listed cottage is a fine example of period village architecture, set within beautifully established grounds and approached via a generous gravel driveway with detached garage. Rich in character and history, the property offers a wealth of original charm alongside versatile accommodation arranged over three floors, all within one of Essex's most sought-after villages in the heart of the Dedham Vale. The cottage occupies a generous plot, in a private setting within the heart of the village. The property is approached via timber gates which open onto an extensive gravel driveway, providing ample off-road parking and access to the detached garage.The ground floor provides a practical and well-balanced arrangement of living accommodation. The sitting room is a generously proportioned reception room with large sash windows overlooking the gardens and a fireplace forming an attractive focal point.T

Located in a highly sought-after position within Great Cornard, this spacious four-bedroom detached bungalow occupies a generous plot, complete with ample off-road parking and a superb wraparound garden. Having been thoughtfully extended and much improved by the current owner, the property offers flexible and well-proportioned accommodation ideal for families, upsizers, or those seeking single-storey living with additional versatility.Inside, an inviting entrance hall leads to four well-sized bedrooms, including a principal bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a private ensuite. A modern family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms featuring a panel bath, shower cubicle, low level WC and wash hand basin. The generous living space features a comfortable lounge opening through to a designated dining area with patio doors flowing effortlessly into the rear garden. This, in turn, leads to a well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room offering plenty of storage and worktop space, along with access

SUMMARYThis beautifully presented link detached family home is situated to the north of Colchester in the popular village of Great Horkesley which benefits from local amenities including village stores, Primary School, as well as stunning countryside, lovely walks and popular village pubs.DESCRIPTIONThis lovely family home, whilst being found in a village location, also offers excellent access to transport links, with the A12 being within easy reach and Colchester's mainline train station with direct links to London Liverpool Street being around 3 miles from the property. Key features of the property are a spacious living room which leads through to a light and airy kitchen/diner with doors onto the garden. The first floor offers three double bedrooms, an en suite shower room to the master bedroom and family bathroom. Externally there is driveway parking, a car port and garage, as well as low maintenance rear garden.Entrance Door To: Entrance Hall With stairs to first floor, wooden flo

Guide Price £625,000 - £650,000. An exceptional opportunity to acquire 'Brook House', one of just two beautifully crafted executive homes positioned within an idyllic semi-rural setting in the highly desirable village of Great Horkesley.Now fully completed and ready for immediate occupation, this outstanding property has been constructed by a respected local developer and finished to an exacting standard throughout, reflecting their established reputation for quality and attention to detail.'Brook House' is an elegant double-fronted home, constructed in attractive red brick and complemented by classic sash windows. The accommodation opens into an impressive reception hall, thoughtfully designed with a useful understairs cupboard. From here, doors lead to a cloakroom, a dedicated study—ideal for those working from home—and a welcoming living room featuring an inset log burner.The true centrepiece of the home is the stunning open-plan kitchen, dining and family area. Spanning the full wi

South View is one of those houses that gives you the best of two very different worlds. At its core is the character and charm of the original cottage, but a substantial programme of extension and modernisation has completely transformed the ground floor, creating the sort of open-plan living space that works brilliantly for modern family life.The result is a home of impressive proportions, with approximately 2,739 sq ft in the main house, a superb kitchen/family room opening straight onto a large garden, a substantial principal bedroom suite and separate annexe accommodation. Sitting on a plot of around 0.34 of an acre in the sought-after village of Langham, there is a real sense of space both inside and out – and it is all offered with no onward chain.The PropertyThe house has evolved considerably from its original cottage beginnings, and nowhere is that more apparent than across the ground floor.The standout space is undoubtedly the kitchen/family room. Extended across the rear of t

This three bedroom semi-detached home is situated in the popular Abbas Walk. The property has a garage in block and off street parking. An entrance door leads to an entrance hall with stairs to the first floor and access to both the kitchen and lounge / diner. The large lounge / diner features front and rear aspect views, two wall mounted radiators and French doors to the rear garden. The kitchen has tiled walls, sink with drainer, space for freestanding oven, hob and washing machine. There is a window overlooking the rear garden together with a side access door. There is also an understairs storage cupboard. The first floor landing leads to the three bedrooms, bathroom, airing cupboard and access to the loft.Bedrooms one and three overlook the front of the property. Bedroom one has a radiator. Bedroom three also has a radiator and would be ideal as a study. Bedroom two is to the rear of the property.The bathroom comprises a bath with shower attachment over, low level WC, wash hand bas

GUIDE PRICE ?1,000,000 - ?1,050,000* Boydens are pleased to bring to the market Fairfield, an impressive extended family residence occupying a generous plot of over two acres in the highly regarded village of Langham, to the north of Colchester. Offering a rare combination of adaptable family accommodation, excellent leisure space, substantial outbuildings and equestrian potential, this is a home perfectly suited to those seeking country-style living with everyday convenience close at hand.Set back from the road and approached via an in-and-out driveway, Fairfield immediately gives a sense of space and privacy. Wrought iron gates lead through to a detached garage and annexe building, while the wider grounds unfold beyond the house to include gardens, a wildlife pond, stabling and a private paddock.The main house offers wonderfully flexible accommodation arranged with family life in mind. A spacious entrance hall provides a welcoming first impression, with the principal sitting room pos