Lawford Place, Lawford, CO11 (ref: 578811)

This exceptional and character rich three-bedroom apartment on the first floor of the converted Manor House is available without an onward chain and is one of just six homes found here that share the freehold. The apartment itself preserves much of its original charm, including high ceilings, decorative ceiling roses and cornice complimented by large Georgian-style sash windows. It features a generously sized living room positioned at the front of the home, with an adjacent kitchen, a broad entrance hall with excellent storage, a bathroom, and three sizable bedrooms, each offering scenic valley views at the rear. The master bedroom benefits from an ensuite shower room and built-in wardrobes.

Two dedicated parking spaces are allocated at the front of this beautiful Grade II Listed building.


Lawford Place in Manningtree, North Essex, seamlessly combines historical elegance with modern living within a brilliantly kept gated community, making it a highly desirable local residential area. This prestigious location is developed on the 16.5-acre grounds of a Grade II listed Manor house, notably owned by Margaret Thatcher in the 1960s. The Manor house itself dates back to 1796 and is the centrepiece of this exclusive community. Developed meticulously by Hopkins Homes in 2009, the area includes beautifully central communal landscaped gardens and vista, enhancing the charm and historical significance of the site.

The sprawling development centred around open green spaces at Lawford Place is noted for its contemporary new build properties which complement the imposing presence of the Manor house. These homes are designed to echo traditional values of space and style, providing a perfect blend of the old and the new. This seamless integration of architectural styles contributes to the unique character of the area, making it not just a place to live, but a statement of lifestyle and heritage.





Important information:

Lease term remaining: 109 years
Service Charge: Building £2117.71 and Estate £608.98 per year

Entrance hallFeaturing wood laminate flooring a double width airing cupboard housing the insulated hot water tank, two full height storage cupboards, decorative cornice and ceiling rose. Access is provided to the three bedrooms at the rear of the home, the bathroom and to the living room at the front.

Living room10' 10" x 16' 3" (3.30m x 4.95m)Illuminated naturally through two South facing Georgian sash windows. This carpeted living area is open to the Kitchen behind. it also features characteristic architrave, a ceiling rose and pendant light fitting.

Kitchen8' 10" x 5' 11" (2.69m x 1.80m)Smartly finished with a range of white gloss fronted cupboards and drawers beneath a roll top work surface, tile splash back and matching wall mounted units. Here you will find plumbing for a washing machine, space for a fridge / freezer, a double Neff oven and grill, Neff four ring hob and Neff extractor hood.

First bedroom15' 9" x 8' 10" (4.80m x 2.69m)Carpeted and benefitting from its own ensuite shower room, the first bedroom retains the features of decorative cornice, ceiling rose and Georgian window to the rear framing a wonderful and far reaching outlook with the additional convenience of a double fronted integral wardrobe.

Ensuite shower room5' 5" x 4' 11" (1.65m x 1.50m)Including a corner shower cubicle with thermostatic shower tap, WC, pedestal hand wash basin and extractor fan.

Bedroom two13' 8" x 8' 10" (4.17m x 2.69m)An excellently proportioned double, this carpeted bedroom features decorative cornice, ceiling rose and a large Georgian window to the rear elevation with exceptional outlook of Lawford Place gardens and meadow land beyond.

Bedroom three11' 4" x 8' 11" (3.45m x 2.72m)Currently dressed as a dining room demonstrating the flexibility of the accommodation, here you find a continuation of the ceiling decoration aforementioned and this carpeted room has a Georgian sash window to the rear framing a wonderful outlook of the surrounding common grounds.

Bathroom9' 9" x 4' 11" (2.96m x 1.50m)Incorporating a white suite that includes a panel bath, WC, pedestal hand wash basin, towel rail and extractor fan. This bathroom has half white gloss tiled walls.