Oriel House in the centre of Colchester was the headquarters for both the Essex County Standard and Evening Gazette newspapers for many years. SBLiving have meticulously converted this much-loved historical building into 24 stunning apartments. In so doing SBLiving have retained the famous ‘Oriel’ feature window for future generations along with the generously proportioned windows throughout this classic building, creating modern living right in the centre of Colchester. SBLiving have taken inspiration from the previous identity of the building within the publishing industry to apply a design theme which distinguishes the apartments from any others to be found in Colchester. The mixture of 1 and 2 bed apartments will appeal to a wide range of people including, first time buyers, young professionals and commuters. The stylish entrance lobby and charming rear access road coupled with a wide variety of terraces, balconies and split level layouts offer a wealth of design features that reflect the alluring setting of the building on North Hill.
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Nestled in the Essex countryside Colchester is claimed to be Britain’s oldest recorded town with historical significance the centre piece of which is the historic Castle. It is also perfectly placed to visit nearby Dedham and ‘Constable Country’ (9 miles) and the picturesque Essex Coastline which includes Mersea Island (10 miles), home of the famous ‘Colchester Native’ oysters. For those looking for the convenience of town centre living, Oriel House is located on the ever popular North Hill, with an abundance restaurants and shops close by. The bustling High Street is a short walk away providing a vast array of amenities from shops to bars and cinemas. Oriel House benefits from excellent transport links, the mainline rail station is within walking distance providing intercity connections to London (50 minutes) and Norwich (65 minutes). The town is also bypassed by the A12 providing direct access to the M25 to the south and north to Suffolk and Norfolk. London Stanstead Airport (32 miles) and London Southend Airport (42 miles) are close by providing excellent national and international connections. As the town continues to prosper and grow, Oriel House presents a fantastic opportunity to buy into the rich lifestyle that Colchester has to offer.
Area 44.000m2 474ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 7.250m x 3.240m Bedroom 3.960m x 2.440m Area 47.612m2 512ft2 Living / Dining Kitche n 7.250m x 3.450m Bedroom 3.800m x 3.050m Area 48.783m2 525ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 4.110m x 5.540m Bedroom 4.690m x 2.630m Area 43.213m2 465ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 5.200m x 4.030m Bedroom 3.180m x 4.040m
As you enter Oriel House, a stunning entrance lobby greets you and to the rear there is ample bicycle parking for every apartment and a visitor’s car park. Unusually for a town centre location nearly every apartment on the ground floor benefits from a private terrace offering the opportunity to enjoy alfresco living on the door step of this historic town.
Area 42.250m2 455ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 5.300m x 4.040m Bedroom 3.140m x 4.030m Area 41.069m2 442ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 6.960m x 3.280m Bedroom 3.690m x 3.000m Area 49.563m2 533ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 6.900m x 2.870m Bedroom 1 4.570m x 2.510m Bedroom 2 4.010m x 2.000m Area 40.224m2 433ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 5.120m x 4.700m Bedroom 3.430m x 2.900m Area 42.600m2 459ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 5.490m x 4.700m Bedroom 3.480m x 2.560m
23’9” x 10’7” 12’11” x 8’0” 23’9” x 11’3” 12’5” x 10’0” 13’5” x 18’2” 15’4” x 8’7” 17’0” x 13’2” 10’5” x 13’3” 17’4” x 13’3” 10’3” x 13’2”
22’10” x 10’9” 12’1” x 9’10” 22’7” x 9’4” 14’11” x 8’2” 13’1” x 6’6” 16’9” x 15’5” 11’3” x 9’6” 18’0” x 15’5” 11’5” x 8’4”
478ft 44.387m2 A r ea .250m 3 x m 0 3 . 2 7 n e h i t c Living / Dining K 3.930m x 2.440m Bedroom 2
23’8” x 10’7” 12’10” x 8’0”
510ft 47.392m2 A r ea . 450m 3 x m 0 2 2 . 7 n e h c Living / Dining Kit . 050m 3 x 3.770m Bedroom 2
23’8” x 11’3” 12’4” x 10’0”
536ft 49.839m2 A r ea . 670m 5 x m 0 0 1 . 4 n e Living / Dining Kitch . 780m 2 x 4.680m Bedroom 2
13’5” x 18’7” 15’4” x 9’1”
464ft 43.063m2 A r ea 020m . 4 x m 0 0 . 2 5 Living / Dining Kitchen m x 4.020m 0 8 . 1 3 Bedroom 2
Again, almost every apartment has access to a private balcony or Juliet balcony, many providing far reaching views. Apartment 15 retains the prominent ‘Oriel’ feature window providing a unique outlook onto North Hill from the master bedroom. A ‘secret bedroom’ can be found within Apartment 17 which has a split-level layout.
17’0” x 13’2” 10’5” x 13’2”
450ft 41.807m2 Area 020m 4 . x m 0 0 . 3 5 Living / Dining Kitchen m x 4.020m 0 6 . 0 3 Bedroom 2
641ft2 59.540m2 Area 6.720m x 4.340m Living / Dining Kitchen 3.710m x 2.940m Bedroom 1 3.820m x 2.510m Bedroom 2 532ft2 49.383m2 A r ea 6.820m x 2.810m Living / Dining Kitchen 4.530m x 2.660m Bedroom 1 3.930m x 2.000m Bedroom 2 598ft2 55.589m2 A r ea 4 . 5.180m x 690m Living / Dining Kitchen 4.950m x 2.990m Bedroom 1 3.380m x 2.820m Bedroom 2 460ft2 42.692m2 Area . 700m 4 x m 5.490 Living / Dining Kitchen 0m x 2.560m 8 4 . 3 Bedroom
17’4” x 13’2” 10’0” x 13’2” 22’0” x 14’2” 12’2” x 9’7” 12’6” x 8’2” 22’4” x 9’2” 14’10” x 8’8” 12’10” x 6’6” 16’11” x 16’2” x 11’1” x
15’4” 9’9” 9’3”
18’0” x 15’5” 11’5” x 8’4”
Area 66.077m2 711ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 5.250m x 4.690m Bedroom 1 4.980m x 2.750m Bedroom 2 4.960m x 2.680m
Area 63.544m2 684ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 7.350m x 2.980m Bedroom 1 4.840m x 3.100m Bedroom 2 3.220m x 2.970m Area 41.645m2 448ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 4.930m x 3.910m Bedroom 3.310m x 2.770m
A number of the apartments on the second floor have fantastic views across the roof tops towards the open countryside. Apartments 20 and 21 benefit from extensive private roof terraces with balconies and Juliet balconies across almost all other apartments. A ‘secret en-suite bedroom’ and large balcony can be found within Apartment 19 which has a split-level layout.
Area 41.297m2 445ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 5.300m x 4.000m Bedroom 2.970m x 4.000m Area 45.520m2 460ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 6.010m x 3.490m Bedroom 1 3.660m x 3.222m Bedroom 2 3.660m x 1.820m Area 42.300m2 455ft2 Living / Dining Kitchen 4.680m x 4.850m Bedroom 3.640m x 3.070m
17’2” x 15’4” 16’4” x 9’0” 16’3” x 8’9” 24’1” x 9’9” 15’10” x 10’2” 10’6” x 9’8” 16’2” x 12’9” 10’10” x 9’1” 17’4” x 13’1” 9’8” x 13’1” 19’8” x 11’5” 12’0” x 10’6” 12’0” x 5’11”
15’5” x 15’10” 11’11” x 10’0”
Note: Maximum floor a rea including area und er ev es ; Flat 23 - 528 sq ft, Flat 24 - 493 sq ft.
General Features • Bicycle storage • Visitors parking Security & Warranties • Entry-phone system to all apartments • 10 year insurance backed warranty Décor • Smooth finish to all walls & ceilings, painted in subtle white emulsion • White satinwood finish to doors & woodwork Kitchens • A range of contemporary fitted units with a mixture of wood effect & gloss finishes • Laminated worktops or engineered stone worktops (optional extra) • Feature LED lighting under wall units • Fully integrated Whirlpool appliances: stainless steel oven, ceramic hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and stainless steel and glass Caple extractor hood with washer/dryers available (optional extra) Bath & En-suite Shower Rooms • Pure white bathroom suites with chrome taps & mixers
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Bath with shower over and glazed screen Glazed stainless steel cabinet Shaver socket Glazed shower enclosure to en-suites Contemporary ceramic tiling Black laminate worktops Chrome heated towel rail
Fixtures & Fittings • Satin chrome door handles & ironmongery • Recessed LED down-lights to hallways, living rooms, kitchens & bathrooms • Sky+, TV & telephone outlets to living room, with TV outlets to all bedrooms Flooring • Kitchen, living room & hallway in durable dark wood shade laminate • Contemporary ceramic tiling to bathrooms & en-suite shower rooms • Bedrooms carpeted in a warm, neutral colour tone
Specification details are correct at time of publication but are for guidance only and remain subject to change. Exact fittings and finishes are subject to availability at time of installation.
These apartments may be viewed by appointment. Please contact our team who will be delighted to show you around Oriel House and answer your questions. How to get to us by road: Approaching from the West, exit the A12 at Junction 27 onto the A133. Follow signs for Town Centre / A134. Once on the A134 / Southway, immediately take the left turn onto Headgate and continue straight onto North Hill. Oriel House is on the left, 200m past the turning for the High Street. Approaching from the East, exit the A12 at Junction 9 onto the A1232. Follow signs for the Town Centre / A1232. Pick up the signs for Go Bananas and proceed onto Cowdray Avenue. Then following signs for Town Centre / A134. Once on the A134 / Southway, immediately take the left turn onto Headgate and continue straight onto North Hill. Oriel House is on the left, 200m past the turning for the High Street.
43-44 North Hill, Colchester, Essex www.oriel-house.com
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DISCLAIMER:
Every care has been taken in the preparation of this brochure. The details contained therein are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as exactly describing any of the particular material illustrated or written by any order under the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. The information does not constitute a contract, part of a contract or warranty. SBLiving operates a programme of continuous product development. Features, internal and external, may vary from time to time and may differ from those shown in the brochure. All times, measurements and distances quoted are approximate and may vary.