High Street, Mistley, CO11

Set within Mistley’s historic Quayside Maltings, this one-bedroom duplex apartment with no onward chain offers a distinctive waterside home with exposed brickwork, estuary views, a private balcony and the character of a Grade II listed Victorian conversion.

The building stands directly on the quayside, with its red brick elevations, industrial proportions and waterfront position giving the apartment a setting that feels very different from a conventional modern flat. Inside, the accommodation is arranged over two floors, creating a natural separation between the bedroom and the main living space, while still keeping the apartment manageable, practical and well suited to lock-up-and-leave living, commuting, investment or a characterful first home.

The entrance level gives access to the shower room and bedroom, with stairs rising to the living accommodation above. The bedroom is a well-proportioned double with an integral wardrobe, neutral carpet and a feature wall, but it is the exposed brick and glazed French doors that define the room. From here, the space opens directly onto the balcony, drawing the eye out towards the River Stour and giving the lower level its own direct connection to the water.

The balcony is compact but meaningful, with enough room to step outside and take in the changing estuary outlook. Its glazed balustrade keeps the view open, looking across the tidal foreshore, river channel and working quayside below. This is not a sanitised waterfront setting, but part of Mistley’s real riverside character, where historic buildings, open skies and the movement of the quay all form part of the scene.

Also on the lower floor, the shower room has been recently renovated and is finished in a clean, modern style. It includes a glazed shower enclosure with marble-effect wall panelling, WC, pedestal basin, tiled floor and chrome towel radiator, giving this level a fresh and practical finish.

Upstairs, the apartment opens into a bright living space with the kitchen arranged at one end and the main seating area extending towards the river-facing window. The proportions allow for defined living and dining areas if desired, while pale flooring and white walls keep the room simple and adaptable. At the far end, an exposed brick wall and deep-set window bring the converted Maltings character back into focus, framing a view out across the River Stour.

The kitchen sits neatly within the open-plan room and offers more functionality than many one-bedroom apartments. Timber-fronted units provide good storage, complemented by dark work surfaces, white tiled splashbacks and under-cabinet lighting. Integrated appliances include a fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine, along with a Bosch oven, electric hob and extractor.

The apartment also benefits from lift access within the block and off-street parking, adding important practicality to a property that already has strong lifestyle appeal. Mistley Station is within easy reach, making the location well suited to buyers needing rail connections towards Manningtree, Colchester and London, while the wider Mistley and Manningtree area offers riverside walks, independent places to eat and drink, and the character of one of the Stour Estuary’s most recognisable historic settings.

With its duplex layout, balcony, estuary outlook and position within the Quayside Maltings, this is a one-bedroom apartment with far more personality than its footprint alone might suggest.


IMPORTANT INFORMATION

99 Years remain on the lease
Service charge £1,763 annually
Ground rent £600 annually
Managing agents PMS

Photographs are two years old as the home is tenanted until the second week of June 2026.

Entrance

A carpeted entrance hall with entry phone system, rising stairs to the first floor, an airing cupboard and acess to the shower room and the bedroom straight ahead of you.

Bedroom

3.96m x 3m

A well-proportioned double bedroom positioned on the lower level, with French doors opening directly onto the balcony and drawing the outlook towards the estuary into the room. The exposed red brick wall gives the space a strong sense of the building’s converted Maltings character, softened by a patterned feature wall, neutral carpet and simple white detailing. An integral wardrobe provides built-in storage, keeping the main floor area clear and allowing for comfortable dressing.

Balcony

The balcony is accessed directly from the bedroom through glazed French doors and gives the apartment its clearest connection to the waterfront. It is compact but genuinely usable, with a glazed balustrade preserving the outlook across the River Stour, the tidal foreshore and the working quayside below. Framed by the brickwork of the converted Maltings, it offers a distinctive outside space for a one-bedroom apartment, with wide skies, changing estuary views and the movement of the quay all forming part of the setting.

Shower room

The shower room has a clean, modern finish and was renovated in 2024, giving this part of the apartment a fresh, practical feel. It includes a glazed shower enclosure with marble-effect wall panelling, a pedestal wash basin, WC, chrome towel radiator and tiled flooring. The white sanitaryware and simple wall tiling keep the space bright, while the layout makes efficient use of the lower-level footprint, positioned conveniently between the entrance hall and bedroom.

Kitchen

3.66m x 2.01m

The kitchen is arranged along one side of the upper floor living space, keeping it connected to the main room without dominating it. Timber-fronted units provide a good amount of cupboard and drawer storage, paired with dark work surfaces, white tiled splashbacks and under-cabinet lighting. Integrated appliances include a fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine, along with a Bosch oven, electric hob and extractor. The layout makes sensible use of the space, with the sink positioned to the rear, generous storage around the tall units and the open-plan arrangement.

Living room

4.44m x 3m

The living room occupies the upper floor and gives the apartment a bright, open main space with enough length to create distinct seating and dining areas if required. Pale wood-effect flooring runs through the room, with white walls keeping the space simple and adaptable, while the exposed brick wall at the far end brings the character of the Maltings back into focus. The window is set within deep brick reveals and looks out across the River Stour, giving the room a clear visual connection to the waterside setting. Wall lights, ceiling spotlights and electric heating complete the room, with the kitchen arranged neatly at the opposite end to preserve the sense of openness.

Parking - Allocated parking