- A much loved four bedroom detached home in central Manningtree +
- Two reception rooms, spacious kitchen and a conservatory +
- South facing wrap around garden +
- Garage and off street parking +
- Solar panels with feed in tariff +
- Fully double glazed and gas central heating +
In the heart of Manningtree, just a short stroll from the High Street and waterfront, this rarely available four-bedroom detached home offers a wonderful blend of space, light, and practicality in a peaceful yet central setting. Having been lovingly maintained over the years, the house sits proudly behind a neatly landscaped front garden with mature shrubs and colourful pots adding character to the approach. A driveway provides off-street parking for multiple vehicles and leads to a detached garage, while a pathway draws you to the covered entrance and into the home.
Inside, you're welcomed by a spacious and inviting hallway, filled with natural light and finished with soft grey carpeting and crisp white walls. The turning staircase with its traditional white spindles and wooden handrail creates an immediate sense of charm, while thoughtful under-stairs storage keeps things tidy and practical. From here, you’re drawn through to the principal reception rooms and kitchen, all flowing effortlessly from this central space.
To the right, the main living room is an elegant, well-proportioned space, stretching the depth of the house with light streaming in from both the front-facing window and a set of French doors to the rear. A central fireplace adds warmth and character, making this a perfect space for both quiet evenings and entertaining. The dining room sits just off this space, enjoying a sunny southerly aspect with a large window that fills the room with light. It’s ideal for more formal occasions or everyday family dining, and although open to the living room, it retains its own clear identity and function.
The kitchen is found at the rear of the home and is impressively sized, with a smart layout that makes full use of the space. There’s a built-in double oven, gas hob with extractor, an integrated dishwasher, and plenty of room for a washing machine and fridge-freezer. Light pours in from two garden-facing windows, and a door at the side leads directly into the conservatory. The conservatory itself is a versatile addition — flooded with light thanks to glazing on three sides, and with a tiled floor that makes it practical year-round. Whether you use it as a reading spot, hobby space, or an extra seating area, it enhances the footprint of the home beautifully.
Back in the hallway, a spacious ground floor cloakroom sits neatly near the entrance, complete with a window for ventilation and finished in soft tones with a vintage-style suite that offers scope for modernisation if desired.
Upstairs, the galleried landing is wide and welcoming, with a large side window that brightens the space and draws attention to the elegant balustrade. The layout here is generous, offering access to four bedrooms and a large family bathroom. The principal bedroom sits to the front and is a notably large double, with a wide window, built-in wardrobes and the convenience of a wash basin — a subtle but welcome feature. The second bedroom is also a good-sized double, with built-in storage and a peaceful outlook over the rear garden. The third bedroom, also overlooking the garden, makes an ideal single room, home office or dressing room, while the fourth bedroom, found at the front, is currently carpeted and offers flexibility for guests, a study, or nursery.
The family bathroom is particularly impressive, both in size and finish. There's a large corner shower and a separate bath, as well as twin sinks set into extensive fitted cabinetry and a toilet tucked neatly to one side. A wide window ensures the room is bright and fresh, and the neutral tiling completes the look.
Outside, the garden wraps around the rear and side of the house and enjoys a sunny, south-facing orientation. A patio just off the living room French doors provides the perfect space for dining outdoors, surrounded by beautifully kept borders with established roses and flowering shrubs. The lawn is generous and stretches around to a greenhouse and utility area behind the garage. Mature hedging and fencing create privacy, and there’s plenty of space for seating areas, planting, or even vegetable beds for those with green fingers. The detached garage has a side door accessible from the garden, and the property is further enhanced by solar panels with a feed-in tariff, bringing energy efficiency and ongoing benefits.
This is a home that has clearly been cared for, offering the kind of layout and light that makes everyday living a pleasure. Positioned within moments of Manningtree’s shops, cafés, train station and riverside walks, yet tucked away enough to enjoy peace and privacy, it’s a rare find in an increasingly popular town.
EPC Rating: C