Cotman Avenue, Lawford, CO11

Set within a practical Lawford position close to Manningtree, 26 Cotman Avenue is a smartly improved semi-detached home offering a flexible two-bedroom layout, driveway parking for three vehicles, a garden-facing sun room and a series of recent upgrades that make the house feel easy to move into.

The accommodation extends to approximately 764 sq ft and is arranged over two floors, with the main bedroom occupying the first floor, while the ground floor includes a versatile second bedroom, giving buyers real options. This makes the house well suited to first-time buyers, downsizers, those working from home or buyers wanting a manageable freehold home without compromising on useful rooms.

The main living room forms the everyday heart of the house. It is long enough to work as both a sitting room and dining area, with space for a table as well as more relaxed seating. The staircase adds a cottage-style feel to the room, while the timber-effect flooring and two-tone wall finish give it a warm, practical backdrop. From here, the layout connects naturally to the kitchen, bathroom, study/second bedroom and sun room, so the room feels central to daily life rather than simply being a separate reception space.

The kitchen has been recently renovated and makes excellent use of its compact footprint. White shaker-style units, timber-effect worktops and bold teal metro tiling give it a fresh, contemporary look, with an induction hob, oven and angled extractor arranged neatly along one side. There is plumbing for a washing machine, space for a fridge/freezer and useful storage above and below the work surfaces. It is set just off the main living/dining room, keeping it convenient while still giving it its own defined space.

To the rear, the sun room adds an important second sitting area and changes how the house feels day to day. Full-height glazing and Bi-fold doors open directly onto the garden, creating a relaxed garden-facing room that works well as a snug, reading space, pet-friendly area or quiet morning room. The exposed brick feature wall adds warmth and character, while the timber-effect flooring continues the practical finish found through the ground floor.

The second bedroom sits off the living/dining room and gives the property one of its most useful points of flexibility. As a bedroom, it would easily accommodate a double bed, nursery or occasional guest arrangement; as a work-from-home space, it feels particularly well placed.

The ground-floor bathroom has also been recently renovated, with deep teal tiling creating a strong focal point around the bath and shower area. A glazed shower screen, wall-mounted shower, white vanity storage, mirrored cabinet and clean sanitary ware give the room a sharp, modern finish.

Upstairs, the first bedroom is a generous principal room rather than a squeezed loft-style space. The roofline adds shape and character and there is space for a King size bed, bedside furniture and freestanding drawers. Windows to two aspects bring in natural light, while a fitted wardrobe cupboard provides useful storage and also houses the boiler, keeping it neatly tucked away from the main living space.

Outside, the frontage is designed around convenience. A shingled area provides two parking spaces, with a further driveway space to the side, giving parking for three vehicles in total. A side gate leads through to the rear garden, which feels private and established, with a mix of lawn, patio seating, mature shrubs, planted borders and taller screening. The open arrangement, planting and direct connection from the sun room make it a usable and enjoyable outside space.

The property has seen a number of practical improvements during the current ownership, including a renovated kitchen, renovated bathroom, four replacement windows and a new front door fitted in March 2023 with a FENSA certificate. Further useful details include gas central heating, a boiler service dated November 2025, electrics checked in March 2025, FTTP broadband, a boarded and insulated loft, freehold tenure and Council Tax Band B.

Cotman Avenue is well placed for buyers wanting access to Lawford and Manningtree, with local schools, shops, services, countryside walks and Manningtree’s mainline station all part of the wider appeal. For buyers seeking a manageable freehold home with parking, a garden, recent upgrades and a flexible layout, 26 Cotman Avenue offers a particularly practical step into the local market.

Entrance Hall

Approached through a composite entrance hall with the large Living room (and dining area) on the right hand side and the contemporary bathroom on your left.

Living room

5.97m x 2.91m

The living room is the main everyday space of the home, with enough space to work as both a sitting room and dining area rather than being limited to one use. The staircase gives the room a cottage-style feel and helps define the layout, while the timber-effect flooring and two-tone wall finish create a warm, practical backdrop. Glazed doors open through to the sun room, extending the sense of space and bringing in a view towards the garden. From here, the layout also connects neatly to the kitchen, second bedroom/study, sun room and entrance hall, making this the natural hub of the house.

Kitchen

2.93m x 1.69m

The kitchen has been recently renovated and makes smart use of its footprint, giving the home a clean and modern working space. White shaker-style units, timber-effect worktops and bold teal metro tiling create a fresh, confident finish, while the induction hob, oven and angled extractor keep the main cooking area neatly arranged along one side. There is plumbing for a washing machine, space for a fridge/freezer, and practical storage above and below the work surfaces. Positioned just off the living/dining room, the kitchen is easy to access and has the potential to be opened into the adjacent study if desired.

Second bedroom / study

2.35m x 2.93m

This room gives the ground floor useful flexibility, working well as a study, second bedroom or additional reception. Its position off the living/dining room keeps it close to the main accommodation, making it particularly useful for home working or as a quiet separate room.

Sun room

2.27m x 5.5m

The sun room is a really valuable addition to the ground floor, giving the home a second, more relaxed sitting space with a direct connection to the garden. Full-height glazing and Bi-fold doors draw in natural light and open straight out to the rear, so the room works well as a quiet morning space, pet-friendly garden room or informal snug away from the main living/dining area. The exposed brick feature wall gives it warmth and a little character, while the timber-effect flooring keeps the finish practical and continuous with the rest of the ground floor.

Bathroom

1.73m x 1.96m

The bathroom has been recently renovated and gives the ground floor a much sharper, more contemporary finish. The deep teal metro-style tiling creates a bold focal point around the bath and shower area, while the white vanity storage, mirrored cabinet and clean sanitary ware keep the room bright and practical. A glazed shower screen and wall-mounted shower make the bath useful for everyday showering as well as bathing, and the window brings in natural light without losing privacy.

Landing

The landing has a useful recess for storage and a door to the main bedroom.

First Bedroom

3.01m x 4.7m

The first bedroom occupies the upper floor and gives the home a proper principal room with excellent space. Windows to two aspects help bring in natural light, while the neutral finish keeps it calm and easy to personalise. There is also a fitted wardrobe cupboard, which adds useful storage and houses the boiler, keeping it neatly tucked away from the main living areas.

Front Garden

The frontage is arranged for easy day-to-day parking rather than formal garden space, which suits the practical nature of the home well. A shingled area to the front provides two parking spaces, with a further driveway space to the side, giving the property parking for three vehicles in total. At the side a gate leads through to the rear garden. The house itself has a neat, low-maintenance approach, with brick elevations, dormer-style upper window and a simple frontage that feels easy to manage.

Rear Garden

The rear garden gives the house a more private and established feel than the frontage suggests, with a useful mix of lawn, patio, planted borders and seating areas. French doors from the sun room open directly onto the garden, so the outside space feels properly connected to the ground floor rather than detached from daily use. The layout has been softened with mature shrubs, pots, flowering borders and taller screening, creating a sheltered, enclosed setting with a good sense of privacy.

There is space for outdoor seating, barbecues and container planting, while the side gate gives practical access back to the driveway.

Parking - Off street