• Major restoration in 2010 with new beams, floors and utilities all brand new, including beautiful carpentry work & storage. The result is a wonderful combination of original features & modern comfort +
• Available fully furnished, ideal for high-quality Airbnb or turnkey second-home use. +
• Two large double bedrooms, including a lower-ground suite with direct garden access and its own bathroom. +
• Bright first-floor living room with tall sash windows and elevated views towards the Stour Estuary. +
• Recently renovated Neptune Kitchen open to the Dinning area (2021) with handcrafted cabinetry, butler sink and sociable layout. +
• Two stylish bathrooms, including a modern first-floor family bathroom and a spacious ensuite on the lower level. +
• Self-contained garden studio/office, insulated and powered, accessed via a traditional stable door. +
• Mature walled rear garden with fig and loquat trees, established planting and a paved dining area. +
• Elevated waterfront views +
• Just over 1 hour commute time to London +

This Grade II listed Georgian home occupies a wonderful position on Mistley High Street, a short walk from the Quayside and within the historic conservation setting that characterises this part of the village. Dating from the eighteenth century and arranged across four floors, the property blends original architectural detail with a calm, contemporary interior. The façade is framed by a pair of mature olive trees and traditional railings that give the house a soft, welcoming frontage while maintaining its period proportions. The main entrance leads directly into a bright and sociable kitchen and dining space. This level has been thoughtfully updated with handcrafted cabinetry, a butler sink below a large window, and oak floorboards that tie the room together. The dining area benefits from an open hearth fitted with a modern wood burner, creating a warm focal point for the space. The layout encourages easy movement and connection between cooking, dining and everyday living, while keeping the Georgian character intact.
A staircase rises to the first floor, where the main living room offers elevated views towards the Stour estuary through tall sash windows. This room has a relaxed feel, shaped by its generous ceiling height, exposed timber elements and a traditional fireplace. The estuary backdrop shifts with the weather and light, giving the room a quiet sense of theatre throughout the day. The first-floor bathroom is positioned alongside this space and has been finished with a crisp, pared-back palette. Marble surfaces, fitted storage, a full bath and frosted sash window keep the room light and practical without losing its period charm. The top floor forms a peaceful upper-level suite. A small landing creates an ideal study nook, with a dormer window that brings in soft light and makes the space naturally suited to a desk or reading chair. Beyond this, the bedroom spans the full width of the house and has the inviting shape of a traditional attic room. Built-in storage, timber-lined window reveals and a decorative fireplace combine to form a calm, retreat-like atmosphere. On the lower-ground level, a second large bedroom offers excellent versatility. French doors open directly to the rear garden, giving the room a natural connection to the outdoors and allowing plenty of daylight into the space. Extensive fitted storage, exposed beams and painted panelling create a warm, grounded feel. A modern ensuite sits alongside, with a full bath and overhead shower, generous countertop space and a concealed utility area to keep appliances discreetly organised. The garden extends behind the house in a series of sheltered, green pockets bordered by historic brickwork. Planting is mature and varied, with fig and loquat trees providing height and evergreen structure. A paved area near the rear is perfectly suited to outdoor dining. At the far end of the garden sits a self-contained studio accessed via a traditional stable door. Painted brickwork, exposed rafters and fitted work surfaces make it a versatile space for working, crafting or storing equipment throughout the year. With Mistley station only a few minutes’ walk away and Manningtree’s facilities close by, the location combines riverside tranquillity with excellent transport connections. The village has a strong sense of community, independent amenities and access to beautiful waterside walks, making the setting as appealing as the home itself.