South Street, Quay Courtyard South Street, CO11

Discover the peaceful charm of retirement living in this well presented apartment, located in the heart of Manningtree town centre. This cosy home provides effortless access to all local amenities, ensuring everything you need is right at your doorstep. Part of the esteemed Quay Courtyard & Compass Court complex on South Street, this residence is designed specifically for those over 55, offering comfort, convenience, and a vibrant community surrounded by well-tended gardens and essential services. Residents and visitor parking is available on a first come first served basis.

Originally built in 1989 and adjoining a Grade II listed former commercial building, this property has been transformed into an appealing series of apartments and maisonettes. It provides a delightful retreat amidst the lively energy of town life.

Spanning 540 sq. ft., this home opens into a bright and spacious living room that extends onto a private, south-facing balcony with views over the communal gardens. An open-plan layout flows seamlessly into a thoughtfully designed kitchen, featuring base cabinets, countertops, and space-saving solutions for essential appliances. There’s a window to the side here that presents an offset view of the river Stour.

The inner hall leads to a spacious bedroom, complete with tall fitted wardrobes and scenic views across The Stour Estuary and Suffolk coastline. A modern shower room awaits, equipped with a generous shower cubicle, vanity basin, WC, and a heated towel rail—perfect for a comfortable and refreshing start or end to the day.

Managed by Eastlight Community Homes, this complex offers excellent amenities including guest facilities, a garden, and a communal lounge. Just 100 yards away, you’ll find essential services like a bus stop, local shops and cafés, a Tesco convenience store, post office, Boots pharmacy, and a GP practice. Nestled behind Quay Street along the scenic River Stour, this apartment combines the best of town and riverside living in an ideal retirement setting.

Leasehold and Important Information

The service charge is £131 per month

Ground rent per year is: £48

Management company: Eastlight Homes

Lease new in 1987 with 88 years remaining

Hallway

A carpeted hallway with large storage cupboard and an airing cupboard. This L shaped hallway provides access to the living room to the front and to the bedroom and bathroom found towards the rear of the property.

Living room

3.61m x 5.08m

A dual aspect living room with new uPVC windows to the side and front elevations. It is carpeted and has internal glazed French doors that invite you into the kitchen.

Kitchen

1.96m x 2.46m

The kitchen is comprised of wood effect laminated base units with a roll top work surface, tile splashback and matching wall mounted cabinets over.

There is an Electrolux electric oven and an AEG electric four ring hob with hidden extractor hood over. Inset into the work surface is a stainless steel sink with mixer tap found in front of the window to the side elevation. Free space is provided for a tall standing fridge freezer and under counter plumbing for a washing machine is available.

Bedroom

2.57m x 3.99m

The bedroom presents lovely views over the Stour Estuary towards the Suffolk coastline via the window to the rear elevation. There are two built-in wardrobe cupboards and this spacious double room is carpeted.

Shower room

1.47m x 2.49m

The recently fitted shower room is comprised of a large and accessible walk in shower, WC, hand wash basin set in a vanity unit, heated towel rail and a window to the side elevation.

Garden

Communal resident gardens are immaculately kept, South facing and centred around a fountain water feature adjacent to the resident's lounge.

Parking - On street

Unrestricted parking is available on South Street and the Walls (beach) end of Quay Street.