Harvey Close, Lawford, CO11

Set back within a quieter pocket of the development, this is a house that reveals more than you expect once you step inside. The layout isn’t standard, and that works in its favour, creating a sense of separation, flow and flexibility that suits modern living without feeling overdesigned.

The entrance introduces that immediately. Arranged across split levels, it gives a natural break between arrival and the main living spaces, with a short run of stairs leading up to the bedrooms and a half-flight down opening into the heart of the home. It’s a simple idea, but it changes how the house feels, adding depth and a sense of progression as you move through it.

At the lower level, the main living space runs across the rear, arranged in an L-shape that allows it to adapt depending on how it’s used. One side centres around a fireplace with built-in shelving, creating a defined seating area, while the second section opens out towards the garden, easily accommodating dining or additional seating. Double doors connect directly to the patio, bringing in light and making the outside space feel like part of the room rather than something separate.

The kitchen sits just off the entrance, laid out in a practical U-shape with plenty of work surface and storage. It functions well as it stands, with everything positioned where you’d expect, but also offers a clear opportunity for a future update without needing to rethink the layout.

There’s an additional reception / utility room positioned off the hall, created from part of the original garage. It’s a straightforward, usable space that works as a dining room, but could just as easily become a playroom, home office or second sitting room depending on what’s needed. Usefully it has plumbing for a washing machine A downstairs WC and a retained store from the garage complete the ground floor, adding the sort of everyday practicality that tends to matter more over time.

Upstairs, the split-level landing continues the theme, with light coming in from well-placed windows and each room positioned off slightly different levels, giving the floor a bit more interest than a typical straight corridor layout.

The main bedroom sits to the rear, where the position really comes into its own. From here, there are open, far-reaching views stretching across to Suffolk in the distance, something that changes with the seasons and adds a sense of openness you don’t always find in this type of setting. It’s a comfortable double with space for additional furniture and a built-in wardrobe to one side.

The second bedroom is another good double, with its own character in the shape of the room and the benefit of an integrated wardrobe cupboard, keeping storage neatly tucked away. The third bedroom sits to the rear again and is currently used as a home office, offering flexibility for those working from home or needing a smaller bedroom.

The shower room has been updated with a more contemporary finish, including a walk-in shower, vanity unit and heated towel rail, with a skylight above bringing in natural light and softening the angles of the ceiling.

Outside, the house continues to feel well balanced. The front is set back slightly, giving a bit more privacy than you might expect, with driveway parking leading to the garage and a lawned frontage softening the approach.

To the rear, the garden is designed to be used rather than just looked at. A broad paved terrace sits directly outside the living space, making it easy to step out and use straight away, whether that’s for sitting, dining or entertaining. Beyond this, the lawn is bordered by established planting and mature trees, giving a sense of enclosure without blocking light.

Entrance Hall

A split-level entrance that immediately gives the house a slightly different feel to the norm, creating a natural separation between arrival and the main living spaces. Light filters through the part-glazed front door, with wood-effect flooring underfoot and clean, neutral décor keeping things fresh and easy to work with.

From here, the layout becomes clear. The staircase rises directly ahead to the first floor, finished with a painted balustrade and soft carpeting, while a half-flight down leads to the lower ground level tot he living room and WC.

The dining room forms part of a garage conversion on your right and the kitchen is immediately on your left.

Kitchen

3.37m x 2.79m

The kitchen is arranged in a practical U-shape that makes full use of the available space, with work surfaces wrapping around three sides to create a well-contained and efficient cooking area.

A comprehensive range of wood-shaker style units provide plenty of storage both above and below the counters, with continuous worktops offering generous preparation space without interruption. The layout centres around a built-in oven with gas hob and stainless steel extractor above, while there is dedicated space for freestanding appliances including fridge/freezer and washing machine. A dishwasher is also built in.

The sink is set beneath a window looking out to the front, bringing in plenty of natural light and tiled flooring underfoot adds durability, particularly suited to a working kitchen, complimenting the warmer tones of the cabinetry.

Dining Room / potential utility / playroom

3.72m x 2.46m

Formerly part of the original garage and set just off the entrance hall, the dining room offers flexibility to the ground floor layout of the home.

Living Room

5.3m x 4.7m

Running across the rear of the house, the main living space is arranged in an L-shape that naturally separates seating and dining without the need for walls, giving it a flexible feel depending on how it’s used.

The seating area is centred around a fireplace with a clean surround and built-in shelving to one side, creating a natural focal point. There’s plenty of room here for multiple sofas without it feeling crowded, with the layout lending itself equally well to everyday use or when the space is opened up for guests.

To the rear, double doors lead directly out to the garden, drawing in light and creating an easy connection outside. A further window to the side adds to the dual-aspect feel, keeping the room bright throughout the day.

The second section of the room comfortably accommodates a dining table, positioned close to both the kitchen and garden access, making it a practical extension of the living space.

Wc

The cloakroom has a hand wash basin and WC.

First floor split landing

Continuing the split-level design, the first-floor landing is arranged across two gentle levels, adding interest while keeping the layout practical and easy to navigate.

Natural light filters in through a well-placed window softening the transitions between levels. From here, each of the bedrooms and the bathroom are directly accessible.

First Bedroom

3.59m x 3.08m

A well-proportioned main bedroom positioned to take advantage of the outlook, with a wide window drawing in natural light and framing far-reaching views across to Suffolk in the distance.

There’s comfortable space here for a double bed and additional furniture (although a built in wardrobe to the recess takes a heavy load), with a straightforward layout that keeps everything easy to arrange. The elevated position and open aspect give the room a slightly different feel, particularly on a clear day when the view really comes into its own.

Second Bedroom

3.14m x 3.08m

Another comfortable double bedroom, with a slightly different shape that adds character while still allowing for a straightforward furniture layout.

A dormer window to the front brings in good natural light, and there’s an integrated wardrobe cupboard built in.

Third Bedroom

2.65m x 2.12m

The third bedroom is positioned to the rear, currently used as a home office, with a simple layout that makes it easy to adapt and another distant perspective of Suffolk similar to the first bedroom.

Shower room

2.29m x 2.06m

Finished with a clean, modern feel, the shower room has been updated to create a practical and well-presented space.

A walk-in shower with tiled surround and feature detailing sits to one side, complemented by a contemporary vanity unit with inset basin and useful storage below. A heated towel rail adds everyday comfort, while the skylight above brings in natural light, giving the room a bright open feel.

It’s a space that’s been sensibly improved and modernised, ready for action.

Store

2.46m x 1.63m

A retained part of the original garage providing very useful storage.

Front Garden

Set back from the road in a slightly tucked-away position, the house enjoys a sense of privacy that isn’t always found in modern developments.

A driveway provides off-street parking, with a small area of lawn and planting softening the approach. The front door sits under a modest canopy, offering a bit of cover on arrival.

There’s also side access leading through to the rear garden on the left.

Rear Garden

The rear garden is arranged with a broad paved sandstone terrace directly off the house, creating an easy extension of the living space, particularly with the double doors opening straight out from the main reception room.

Beyond this, the garden is mainly laid to lawn, bordered by established planting that gives a good sense of enclosure without feeling restrictive. Shrubs to the rear boundary add depth and privacy, while still allowing light through at different points of the day.

Parking - Driveway