The Forge, Plot 70, Colchester, CO2 7FU

A Brand New 3 Bedroom Bungalow Within The Forge At Royal Cavalry Gate. A superb brand new, semi-detached bungalow located at Royal Cavalry Gate.

This exceptional property offers a contemporary lifestyle, perfectly blending comfort with modern efficiency, making it an ideal choice for a variety of buyers seeking a high-quality new build home.

Upon entering, you are greeted by a thoughtfully designed interior that maximises space and natural light.

The heart of this home is its impressive open-plan living area, providing a versatile space for relaxation, dining, and entertaining.

This seamless flow creates an inviting atmosphere, perfect for both everyday living and hosting guests. The design ensures a bright and airy feel throughout, enhancing the sense of spaciousness.

This bungalow boasts three well-proportioned bedrooms, offering ample accommodation for families or those desiring extra space for a home office or hobbies.

The master bedroom benefits from a private en suite shower room, providing a luxurious and convenient retreat.

A further stylish family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms and guests, featuring contemporary fixtures and fittings, ensuring comfort and practicality.

One of the standout features of this property is its commitment to energy efficiency.

The home is equipped with a state-of-the-art Ground Source Heat Pump, offering an environmentally friendly and cost-effective heating solution.

This system, combined with gas-fired zone-controlled underfloor heating to the ground floor, ensures a comfortable living environment year-round while helping to reduce energy bills.

This forward-thinking approach to heating underscores the property's modern credentials. Externally, the bungalow provides excellent amenities.

There are three dedicated parking spaces, a significant advantage for any household.

The rear gardens are turfed and include a patio area, creating a perfect outdoor space for al fresco dining, gardening, or simply unwinding in the fresh air.

The low-maintenance design allows residents to enjoy their outdoor space without extensive upkeep. Peace of mind comes as standard with a 10-year icw warranty, providing assurance for your investment.

This new build property has been constructed to high standards, ensuring durability and quality throughout.

Its prime location on Dragoon Road offers convenient access to local amenities, transport links, and green spaces, making it a highly desirable address.

Given the exceptional features, modern design, and energy efficiency of this brand new bungalow, early viewing is absolutely essential to avoid disappointment.

Contact Harris and Wood today to arrange your personal tour and discover all that Plot 69 has to offer.

History of the Site Colchester has a long and distinguished military heritage, but for many centuries its role as a garrison town was largely temporary.

Soldiers were traditionally housed in tents or billeted locally, with permanent structures appearing only intermittently during periods of conflict.

This changed in the mid-19th century, when the aftermath of the Crimean War prompted a fundamental rethink of military accommodation across Britain.

Concerns around sanitation, health and living conditions led to a new generation of barracks designed to be permanent, well-planned and fit for purpose.

The Cavalry Barracks were conceived during this period of reform and formally approved in the early 1860s.

Built on open land to the south-west of Colchester, the site was laid out in a notably open arrangement, departing from earlier enclosed barrack designs.

The complex ultimately comprised more than forty buildings, including soldiers’ quarters, stables, mess buildings, forges, stores and a riding school, all supported by its own water supply and enclosed by a substantial boundary wall along what is now Butt Road.

Over time, the barracks became an enduring part of Colchester’s military landscape, closely associated with cavalry regiments and the daily rhythms of service life for both soldiers and horses.

Many of the original structures remain today, valued for their architectural quality and their connection to over 160 years of military history.

This redevelopment represents the next chapter in the site’s story, preserving the form and character of these historic buildings while adapting them for residential use, ensuring they continue to play a meaningful role in Colchester’s built heritage for generations to come.

Local area Set within one of England’s oldest recorded towns, the former Cavalry Barracks occupies a convenient position close to the heart of Colchester, offering easy access to everyday amenities, green open spaces and excellent transport connections.

Colchester city centre is within easy reach and provides a broad mix of shops, cafés, restaurants and cultural attractions.

Retail highlights include the established Fenwick department store, alongside independent boutiques and familiar high-street names within Culver Square and Red Lion Walk Shopping Centre.

Cultural and leisure destinations such as Castle Park, Firstsite and the historic Colchester Castle further enrich the city’s appeal.

The city’s dining and social scene is equally diverse, with well-known venues including the Three Wise Monkeys pub, the long-established China Chef and the historic George Hotel, all contributing to a lively and welcoming atmosphere.

Day-to-day needs are well catered for with a range of supermarkets, healthcare facilities, gyms and leisure centres.

Families benefit from a choice of primary and secondary schools, along with the University of Essex, offering further and higher education opportunities within easy reach.

Green spaces including Abbey Fields and the riverside walks along the River Colne provide opportunities for walking, cycling and outdoor leisure, offering a peaceful contrast to city-centre living.

Transport The development is well positioned for commuters and those who enjoy travelling further afield.

Colchester North Station provides fast and frequent mainline services to London Liverpool Street, making it a popular choice for commuters.

Colchester is also well connected by road, with the nearby A12 providing direct routes to Chelmsford, Ipswich and the wider Essex and Suffolk coastline.

Local bus services run regularly through the town, linking residential areas with the town centre, stations and surrounding villages.

Agents note: Anti-Money Laundering (aml) Compliance As part of our commitment to meeting UK Anti-Money Laundering (aml) regulations, Harris + Wood are required by law to confirm the identity of all purchasers before a sale can proceed.

To make this process as straightforward as possible, we work with an independent verification service, Clearcheck, who conduct these checks on our behalf.

A small verification fee applies for each purchaser. These checks must be fully completed and verified before we are able to progress with your purchase.

Agents Note: Please be advised that the internal photos are of the show home (plot 55).