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Spindle Wood, Highwoods, Colchester
For sale
£550,000Guide price

Spindle Wood, Highwoods, Colchester, CO4 9SX

4bedrooms
2bathrooms
Detachedtype
1,415sq ft
Freeholdtenure

Listed 7 Oct 2026 · Colchester

How the price compares

This home£550,000£389 per sq ft
Median 4 bed in CO4£400k33 homes listed · £328 per sq ft
Difference+38%above the area median

Key features

  • Double glazing
  • Private Garden
  • Large Driveway
  • Home office
  • Ground floor shower room
  • Large Kitchen
  • Large downstairs rooms

About this home

Property Reference number : 315758Situated in the Highwoods area of Colchester, this detached house offers a great location for a family seeking both space and comfort. Boasting a generous 4 well-proportioned bedrooms upstairs and 3 large rooms downstairs, this residence provides ample space and flexibility for various needs, whether it be for children's rooms, a dedicated home office, a private gym, or comfortable guest accommodation. The property further benefits from two bathrooms.

Highwoods is a well-connected community, offering an array of amenities designed to cater to every lifestyle and age group. Excellent transport links are readily available, with immediate access to major road networks such as the A12, facilitating effortless commutes to London, Ipswich, and other key destinations. Colchester North railway station is also within convenient reach, providing direct and frequent services to London Liverpool Street, ideal for city commuters.

Families will particularly appreciate the proximity to highly-regarded educational institutions, including primary schools like Highwoods Community Primary and Brinkley Grove Primary, and secondary schools such as The Gilberd School. Also, Colchester Royal Grammar and Colchester County High Schools are just a short bus ride away.

Furthermore, the renowned University of Essex is just a short drive away, making this an ideal location for academics, students, or those pursuing higher education. Residents can enjoy the abundance of green spaces and recreational facilities, with the expansive Highwoods Country Park offering perfect settings for leisurely strolls, cycling, and various outdoor activities, complete with play areas and walking trails. A large Tesco Extra is conveniently located for all your shopping needs, alongside other local shops, a newsagent with Post Office facilities, and a dry cleaner, providing everyday conveniences and diverse dining options. Leisure World Highwoods also offers local gym and sports facilities. Colchester's bustling historic town centre, with its extensive retail, cultural, and entertainment offerings, is easily accessible.

Opportunities to acquire a property in this location, are rare and highly sought after in the current market. We strongly recommend an early viewing to fully appreciate the spacious interiors, desirable setting, and immense potential this exceptional family home has to offer, ensuring you do not miss out on this unique opportunity.Council Tax: E WARNING: Never transfer funds to a property owner before viewing the property in person. If in doubt contact the marketing agent or the Citizens Advice Bureau. GDPR: Submitting a viewing request for the above property means you are giving us permission to pass your contact details to the vendor or landlord for further communication related to viewing arrangement, or more information related to the above property. If you disagree, please write to us within the message field so we do not forward your details to the vendor or landlord or their managing company. VIEWING DISCLAIMER: Quicklister endeavour to ensure the sales particulars of properties advertised are fair, accurate and reliable, however they are not exhaustive and viewing in person is highly recommended. If there is any point which is of particular importance to you, please contact Quicklister and we will be pleased to check the position for you, especially if you are contemplating traveling some distance to view the property. Property Reference number : 315758

Property details

Property type
Detached
Size
1,415 sq ft / 132 sq m
Council tax band
E
Tenure
Freehold
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan 1

Location

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  • Colchester Station1.2 mi
  • Colchester Town Station1.8 mi
  • Hythe Station1.9 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in CO4 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £320k · detached £425k · terraced £278k · flat £173k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
16 Spindle Wood
Colchester CO4 9SX
Detached
Freehold
5 Sept 2025£370,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in CO4

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£2,751£55,000 deposit · £495,000 loan
Stamp Duty£17,500England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Quicklister, Nationwide on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 7 Oct 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 07/10/2026.

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