The Nest, Mersea Road, Abberton, Colchester, CO5 7NR | New homes for sale | Savills
2,329 to 2,847 sq ft(216.37 to 264.50 sq m)
Guide price £835,000 -​ £975,000(€983,203 -​ €1,148,052)

The NestMersea Road, Abberton, Colchester, CO5 7NR

  • New development

Key features

  • Part exchange considered (subject to T&C's)
  • A select development of just 5 detached homes
  • Range of 4/5 bedrooms
  • High specification throughout
  • Neptune kitchens with silestone tops
  • Range of integrated appliances
  • Airsource heatpump & EV charger
  • Underfloor heating to ground
  • Situated nearby Abberton Reservoir
  • All properties offer double car port

The Nest is a private collection of five thoughtfully designed homes in Abberton, offering spacious layouts, premium finishes, energy-efficient living, and peaceful village surroundings.

About this property

  • PART EXCHANGE AVAILABLE

    Tucked away in the peaceful village of Abberton, The Nest is an exclusive collection of five thoughtfully designed homes. Set within a quiet private development, each home combines generous proportions, practical layouts, and carefully selected materials chosen for both style and longevity.

    Designed for modern living, every detail has been considered - from elegant Neptune kitchens and well-planned utility spaces to contemporary bathrooms and beautifully balanced interiors. Large windows invite natural light throughout, while private gardens and landscaped surroundings create a calm and secluded atmosphere.

    Built with energy-efficient construction methods, the homes at The Nest are designed to support lower running costs while delivering comfort all year round. The discreet setting, set back from Mersea Road behind a private drive, offers both privacy and convenience in equal measure.

    Despite its peaceful surroundings, The Nest remains exceptionally well connected. Colchester provides excellent shopping, dining, and direct rail services to London Liverpool Street, while nearby access to the A12 and A120 makes travel simple. Mersea Island is approximately 4 miles away for coastal walks, beaches and renowned seafood restaurants, while Abberton Reservoir offers beautiful countryside, wildlife and outdoor pursuits right on the doorstep.

    Swan Cottage
    A beautifully proportioned traditionally styled home offering elegant family living across spacious interiors. The ground floor features a formal living room, separate study/snug, and an impressive open-plan kitchen and family space opening directly onto the garden. Upstairs, four/five well-sized bedrooms provide flexible accommodation, with both the principal and second bedrooms benefiting from en suite bathrooms. Finished with classic brickwork, striking architectural detailing, generous glazing, and ample outdoor space, Swan Cottage also includes a carport and private driveway.

    Kingfishers - NOW SOLD
    A charming weatherboarded bungalow designed to create a calm and private feel from the moment you arrive. A welcoming hallway leads through to a spacious open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with doors opening onto the garden.

    Heron House - NOW RESERVED
    A characterful barn-style home combining traditional materials with contemporary family living. Distinctive brick arches and timber detailing create a striking first impression, while inside the layout centres around a generous kitchen and dining space opening onto the garden.

    Osprey House
    Featuring black cladding, oak posts and an elegant L-shaped design, Osprey House offers a discreet rural aesthetic with spacious modern interiors. At the heart of the home is a large kitchen and family area opening onto the terrace, complemented by a separate living room, study, snug and utility space. Bedrooms are arranged over two levels, including a relaxed principal suite and additional generous double bedrooms. An integral carport connects seamlessly to the house, with additional driveway parking alongside.

    The Swallows
    A striking two-storey barn-inspired home with dramatic central glazing and a private driveway with carport. Designed for contemporary family living, the layout combines a spacious kitchen and family area with a separate living room and additional snug, alongside a utility room and WC.Upstairs, the principal bedroom benefits from an en suite and dressing area, accompanied by further well-proportioned bedrooms and a stylish family bathroom.

    SPECIFICATION
    Kitchen & Utility
    Neptune ‘Chichester’ kitchen and utility with handcrafted cabinetry
    Choice of hardware*
    Silestone worktops
    Kitchen island with storage and seating
    Rangemaster Elise induction cooker
    Single larder
    Bosch integrated dishwasher
    Bosch built-in fridge freezer
    Quooker Flex all-in-one boiling water tap
    Hand-painted finishes available
    Additional cabinetry available
    Additional combi-oven option
    Lifetime warranty**

    Bathrooms
    Wall-hung WC with soft-close seat
    Vanity unit with built-in storage and countertop basin
    Spacious walk-in shower
    Rainfall shower head and handheld attachment
    Built-in bath
    Frameless glass shower screen
    Heated towel rails
    Thermostatic shower and bath controls
    Premium fixtures and fittings
    Large format porcelain or stone-effect tiles

    Heating & Electrics
    Underfloor heating on the ground floor, an air source heat pump for improved energy-efficiency, and an electric car charger for modern convenience.

    Garden & Externals
    The homes feature front and rear turfed gardens with planting areas, generous gardens, and private drives with double carports.

Local information

  • Abberton is a small rural village in Essex, England, located approximately four miles south-west of Colchester. Despite its modest size, the area is widely recognised for its beautiful countryside, rich wildlife, and the internationally important Abberton Reservoir, which has become one of the county’s most valued environmental and recreational destinations.
  • The village itself has a quiet and traditional character, surrounded by open farmland, country lanes, and scenic landscapes that reflect the rural charm of the Essex countryside. Abberton offers a peaceful setting away from urban development while still remaining accessible to nearby towns and coastal areas.
  • Despite its peaceful surroundings, The Nest remains exceptionally well connected. Colchester provides excellent shopping, dining, and direct rail services to London Liverpool Street, while nearby access to the A12 and A120 makes travel simple. Mersea Island is close by for coastal walks, beaches and renowned seafood restaurants.

Additional information

  • 10 year Build-Zone Warranty.
  • This development complies with the Consumer Code for New Homes.
  • Once a sale has been agreed, a £2,000 reservation fee becomes payable.
  • Estate charge: £725.00 per annum.
  • Images shown are a mixture of CGI's and photographs that have been virtually dressed for the purpose of marketing.
  • EPC Rating: TBC
  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Council Tax Band: TBC