Harvey Close, Lawford, CO11

Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 3 - Bathrooms: 2

Agent: Churchwood Stanley - Manningtree Phone: 01206 915907

<p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><p>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.</p><br/>EPC Rating: D