This unique property is one of just three stunning apartments converted from a Cold War Nuclear Bunker, originally designed to serve as the communications 'hub' of the county during a Nuclear attack. The property has around 3000 sq ft of accommodation over two floors with under floor heating, En Suites to all three bedrooms using Italian tiles and marble, private garden and allocated parking..

This unique property is one of just three stunning apartments converted from a Cold War Nuclear Bunker, originally designed to serve as the communications 'hub' of the county during a Nuclear attack. The property has around 3000 sq ft of accommodation over two floors with under floor heating, En Suites to all three bedrooms using Italian tiles and marble, all main doors and windows have reflective window film for privacy, private garden and four car parking spaces.

Built in 1951, the Grade II listed bunker was approximately spread over a combined 10,000 sq ft, with various secret rooms and observation galleries. The stylishly designed the apartment is set over two floors and retains original features such as the pump room, winch and heavy blast doors. The apartment has a bright and airy feel through out and consists of a spacious entrance lobby which provides access to a cloakroom with WC and large storage cupboard housing the gas fired boiler. An opening with an original blast door leads on to very large hallway which has an original exposed steel girder and winch, stairs to the ground floor and twin sliding patio doors leading out to the balcony overlooking the central atrium. At one end of the hall is a large double bedroom with window to the front and door to a three piece en-suite bathroom. The sitting room is also accessed from the hall and has an atrium which floods the room with natural light. An internal door leads through to the kitchen diner which also benefits from an atrium and has a range of wall and base units with granite worktops and integrated AEG appliances including an oven, microwave, 4 ring gas hob, wine fridge and space for an American style Fridge Freezer. A central island has further storage with granite work top, breakfast bar and hanging lighting over. There is also a further door leading to the internal balcony and full height door/window leading to the garden which is accessed via a useful bridge. There is a large reception area on the ground floor that has twin sliding patio doors leading out to the central atrium and access to the original pump room, large storage cupboard two further double bedrooms both of which benefit from full en -suite facilities.
The property benefits from four parking spaces. side garden and enclosed personal garden accessed from the kitchen or side gate.


Location

The property is situated in the popular village of Mistley and is within walking distance of The River Stour, Village green, local primary schooling, pubs, restaurant's, post office and railway station. Nearby Manningtree is often claimed as the smallest town in England and boasts a friendly community and calm rural lifestyle. It is a town steeped in history that's well connected to both London and neighbouring towns. Manningtree's traditional High Street is home to a variety of shops including bakery, deli, coffee shop, florist and an art gallery. There is also a co-op supermarket, a Tesco Express and a farm shop, as well as a number of cosy pubs and restaurants. The train station offers fast links to London and the towns of Colchester and Ipswich are just a short journey away by rail or road, with ample opportunities for shopping, leisure and entertainment.

Directions

From our office proceed through Manningtree town centre continuing along The Walls passing Mistley Towers on the left then proceed up the hill passing Mistley railway station on the right rounding a sharp right hand bend. At the next sharp left hand bend turn right into Shrubland Road where the Secret Bunker development will be found on the right hand side before the village hall.

Important Information

Council Tax Band - F
Services - We understand that mains water, drainage and electricity are connected to the property.
Tenure - Leasehold
Length of lease - 999 years from January 1st 2020 (996 remaining)
Service charge - £1,126.28 pa
EPC rating - B