Third Avenue, Harwich, CO12

Set along Third Avenue in Harwich, this much cared for Edwardian end-terrace home combines period character with a practical layout that works well for modern living. From the street the house immediately stands out thanks to its attractive frontage, with a bay window and arched doorway framed by a low brick wall and traditional wrought-iron gate. A patterned tiled path leads to the entrance, hinting at the character that continues inside.

A small vestibule opens into the entrance hall where the layout begins to unfold. From here, French doors lead through to the main reception room at the front of the house. This is a welcoming and characterful space, centred around a wood-burning stove set within a recessed fireplace with timber mantel and brick hearth. The front bay window draws in natural light while the room’s proportions leave flexibility for sofas, occasional furniture or even a small dining arrangement if desired. Decorative ceiling detailing adds another reminder of the home’s Edwardian origins.

To the rear of the ground floor sits the kitchen, fitted with modern units arranged in a practical U-shaped layout. Generous work surfaces and integrated appliances make it a functional workspace, while the window above the sink brings natural light into the room. From here the house connects naturally to the garden, with a side door leading outside and access through to a separate studio space beyond.

Positioned just off the rear of the kitchen, the additional garden room provides a versatile extension to the living accommodation. Currently used as a studio and storage area, it offers a useful degree of separation from the main house and would suit a variety of roles such as a home office, hobby space, or quiet retreat with direct French door access to the garden.

Upstairs, the first floor landing links the two principal bedrooms and the family bathroom, while also giving access to a staircase that continues up into the attic room above.

Both bedrooms on the first floor are comfortable doubles. The rear bedroom enjoys a quiet outlook over the garden and retains a decorative cast-iron fireplace, while the front bedroom benefits from a large window bringing in plenty of natural light and features a recessed chimney breast that adds character in keeping with the age of the house.

The bathroom is notably generous in size for a property of this type, providing ample space around the bath, wash basin and WC. White tiling around the bath area and a window for natural light and ventilation help create a bright and practical space.

A further staircase leads to the attic room within the roof. This is a particularly characterful part of the house, with exposed timber beams, sloping ceilings and a rooflight bringing daylight into the centre of the room. The space is currently used as a bedroom and offers a variety of possibilities including guest accommodation, workspace or hobby room, with useful eaves storage built into the layout. Buyers should make their own enquiries regarding building regulation compliance for formal bedroom use.

Outside, the rear garden has been arranged with practicality and ease of maintenance in mind. A paved pathway runs through the centre, bordered by planting beds that bring seasonal interest and greenery to the space. Patio areas provide room for outdoor seating, while fencing to both sides creates a defined and private setting. A timber shed at the far end offers useful storage for tools and garden equipment.

Altogether the home provides a thoughtful blend of character, usable space and flexibility. With its bay-fronted Edwardian façade, practical living areas and adaptable loft and studio spaces, it offers more versatility than many homes of this type while remaining comfortable and easy to live in.

Entrance Hall

Approached via a vestibule and front door, the entrance hall is carpeted, has French doors to the living room on the right and a useful storage cupboard straight ahead of you.

Living Room

A warm, characterful main reception room with the staircase rising to the first floor from this space (as shown on the floorplan). The focal point is the wood burning stove set within a recessed fireplace, finished with a substantial timber mantel and brick hearth. There’s a front bay window that draws in plenty of natural light and creates a natural spot for seating or a small table, while the overall proportions leave good flexibility for sofas and dining room furniture if required. Finished with decorative ceiling detailing (coving and ceiling rose) and a soft, homely tone that suits the Edwardian style.

Kitchen

3.14m x 2.41m

Positioned to the rear of the ground floor, the kitchen is fitted with a range of modern units arranged in a practical U-shaped layout, creating good preparation and storage space. Integrated appliances include a built-in oven with electric hob and extractor above, while the sink is positioned beneath the window bringing natural light into the workspace. The room provides generous work surfaces along three sides, with additional tall cabinetry offering further storage. Its position at the back of the house connects directly through to the office/store and the garden beyond. A door at the side leads out to the rear garden.

Landing

6.79m x 1.67m

A carpeted and spacious first floor landing that connects you to the two bedrooms on this floor and the family bathroom. A proper staircase turns and rises to the attic room bedroom.

First Bedroom

3.74m x 2.91m

Positioned at the rear of the first floor, the first bedroom enjoys a quiet outlook over the garden. The room is a comfortable double with space for a bed and freestanding furniture, while a window to the rear brings natural light into the space. A decorative cast-iron fireplace adds character and reflects the Edwardian origins of the property.

Second Bedroom

2.95m x 3.3m

Positioned at the front of the first floor, the second bedroom is another comfortable double room with a large window bringing good natural light into the space. The room has a recessed chimney breast with an exposed brick finish, adding character in keeping with the age of the house. The proportions allow space for a bed alongside wardrobes and additional bedroom furniture, making it well suited as a main or guest bedroom.

Bathroom

3.14m x 2.41m

A notably spacious first floor bathroom fitted with a panelled bath with shower and glazed screen, pedestal wash basin and WC. White wall tiling runs around the bath area with a decorative border detail, while a window provides natural light and ventilation. The room’s proportions allow plenty of space around the fittings, with additional room for storage furniture if required.

Attic room / loft room

4.68m x 3.36m

Accessed via the staircase from the first floor landing, the attic room provides a generous and characterful additional space within the roof of the house. Exposed timber beams and sloping ceilings give the room a distinctive feel, while a rooflight brings natural light into the centre of the space. Useful eaves areas along the sides provide additional storage and help maximise the usable floor area. The room is currently used as a bedroom but could equally serve as a home office, hobby room or quiet retreat depending on requirements.

(Note: Buyers should make their own enquiries regarding building regulation compliance for use as a formal bedroom. This may be a simple as adding a door to the stairs access)

Office / studio

1.82m x 2.41m

Positioned just beyond the kitchen and accessed via French doors to the garden, this separate room provides a highly flexible additional space. Currently arranged as a studio and storage area, it would adapt easily to a variety of uses including a home office, hobby room, fitness space or quiet retreat away from the main house. The separation from the principal living accommodation gives the room a useful degree of privacy while still keeping it closely connected to the garden and day-to-day living areas.

Front Garden

The property is set behind a traditional low brick wall with wrought-iron gate, creating an attractive and clearly defined frontage to the street. A patterned tiled pathway leads to the front door, while the bay window and arched doorway detailing give the house strong kerb appeal typical of homes from this period. A small planted area softens the frontage and adds a touch of greenery without creating high maintenance. Pedestrian access at the side leads to gated rear garden access.

Garden

The rear garden is arranged for both practicality and ease of maintenance, with a central paved pathway and patio areas providing space for seating and outdoor dining. Raised planting beds and borders introduce greenery and seasonal interest, while fencing to both sides helps create a defined and private outdoor space. A timber garden shed sits at the far end of the plot, providing useful storage for tools and equipment. The garden also connects directly to the external studio room via French doors, creating a natural link between indoor and outdoor living.