Enso is located on Hawkins Road in Colchester, close to Colchester High Street and well suited to students at the University of Essex. The University of Essex Colchester Campus is around an 18-minute walk away, while nearby bus stops and Hythe Railway Station can be reached in approximately 2 minutes on foot, making daily travel convenient. Within a 10-minute walk, students can find supermarkets, Chinese supermarkets and international restaurants, with Tesco around 7 minutes away and Colchester city centre reachable in around 13 minutes by public transport. The surrounding area offers a practical living environment with good access to both university and local amenities.
The accommodation offers both En-suite and Studio room types to suit different student living needs. En-suite rooms are arranged in 5, 6 or 8-bedroom shared flats, with each room including a private bathroom and access to shared kitchen and communal spaces, making them suitable for students who enjoy a social and study-focused community atmosphere. Studio rooms include a private bathroom and kitchen or dining area, making them better suited to students who prefer independent living and greater privacy.
Residents benefit from a wide range of facilities designed for study, fitness, relaxation and social life. Enso includes a free gym, TV lounge, games room, landscaped courtyard, study areas, study rooms, shared kitchens, bike storage, laundry facilities and paid parking. The building also provides Wi-Fi, on-site security, electronic key card access, CCTV coverage, property management, a maintenance team, cleaning services, lifts and accessible facilities. Enso also places emphasis on sustainable design, with some areas using recycled and reclaimed materials. Overall, Enso is well suited to students who want to live close to the University of Essex while enjoying modern facilities, social spaces and an environmentally conscious living environment.