New Village, Brantham, Manningtree, Essex

Situated in the popular Suffolk village of Brantham, this fixer upper three bedroom semi detached home offers a perfect blend of countryside tranquillity and modern convenience. The property has been tastefully extended to the rear and offers further potential to extend to the side STP, making it an excellent opportunity for families or anyone seeking extra space.

The house enjoys an attractive frontage with a lawned garden and off-road parking for several vehicles, while the generous rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn with a timber shed and provides an inviting space for outdoor entertaining or simply enjoying the peaceful rural setting.

Upon entering the home, a small lobby leads to the main living room, where a feature fireplace, built in shelving, and exposed floorboards create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen lies to the rear of the house, fitted with traditional units, larder cupboards, and space for modern appliances. Adjoining this is a utility area, which provides access to the rear garden and connects to a well sized family bathroom with a bath, wash basin, WC, and part-tiled walls.

Upstairs, the three bedrooms all benefit from double glazed windows and radiators, with the principal bedroom featuring eaves storage and views over the front garden. The second and third bedrooms maintain the character of the home with exposed wooden floors and overlook the rear garden as well as the countryside views beyond.

Externally, there is a 34' x 12' driveway to the front garden and a 64' x 31' Rear Garden and as mentioned, there is the potential for extension to the side and rear and most other homes on the road have done just that.

Brantham sits on the southern edge of Suffolk, close to the Essex border and the scenic River Stour Estuary, an area famously captured by the 19th Century landscape painter John Constable. Known as Constable Country, this region offers a wealth of beautiful walking and cycling routes through open countryside, meadows, and riverside paths.

The village itself is well served, with a local shop, café, hairdresser, church, and recreation ground, as well as several community activities throughout the year. A wider range of amenities can be found in Manningtree, less than a mile away, including supermarkets, restaurants, and leisure facilities.

Transport links are excellent. Manningtree Station, approximately a 3 minute drive or 15 minute walk, offers regular mainline services to London Liverpool Street (journey time around 1 hour) and Norwich (about 50 minutes). Road access is equally convenient, with the A137 and A12 providing quick routes to Colchester (9 miles, around 20 minutes), Ipswich (10 miles, around 25 minutes), and Dedham (another picturesque village in Constable Country) just 5 miles away.

For families, Brantham Primary School is within the village itself and rated highly by Ofsted, while East Bergholt High School and Manningtree High School are both within a short drive. Independent options can be found in nearby Ipswich and Colchester, offering a variety of educational choices.

This property offers an ideal combination of village charm, countryside views, and commuter convenience, perfectly positioned for those seeking a peaceful lifestyle within easy reach of larger towns and city connections.