Melinda Lane, St Osyth

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

Agent: Gyles & Rose - Colchester Phone: 01206 988450

*GUIDE PRICE £550,000-£595,000* This thoughtfully designed detached house on Melinda Lane pairs a traditional silhouette with a calm, contemporary interior. Arranged around a generous open-plan living space, the house is defined by its soft material palette, careful use of light and a well-balanced layout suited to modern family life.<br/><br/><b>The Property</b> - Entry is via a simple, well-composed frontage, giving way to interiors that are both restrained and quietly refined. At the front of the house, a separate sitting room offers a more intimate setting, with soft textures, muted tones and filtered natural light creating a sense of retreat.<br/><br/>To the rear, the house opens into a substantial, full-width living space. Here, zones are subtly defined without interrupting flow: a seating area, dining space and kitchen are arranged around a central island, creating a sociable and functional heart to the home. The finishes are understated and cohesive, with an emphasis on texture and tonal consistency rather than contrast.<br/><br/>The kitchen is centred around a large island, conceived as both workspace and gathering point, with integrated appliances and clean-lined cabinetry maintaining a streamlined appearance. The overall effect is calm and considered.<br/><br/>Also on this floor is a separate playroom or study, positioned away from the main living area, alongside a utility room and a cloakroom with a shower.<br/><br/>Upstairs, three bedrooms are arranged beneath gently sloping ceilings, with rooflights drawing in additional light. The principal and second bedrooms are both generous doubles, while the third is currently arranged as a nursery.<br/><br/>The main bathroom is particularly well resolved, with a freestanding bath, walk-in shower and warm, stone-toned tiling, complemented by brass fittings and a timber vanity. A second shower room, the ensuite to the principal bedroom, is finished in a similar palette, with darker fittings providing subtle contrast.<br/><br/>Throughout, the house is unified by a soft, neutral palette and a considered mix of materials, resulting in spaces that feel both contemporary and enduring.<br/><br/><b>The Outside</b> - A paved terrace sits directly behind the house, providing an area for outdoor dining and entertaining, with a clean, contemporary finish.<br/><br/>Beyond, a lawned section is bordered by fencing, offering a sense of enclosure and privacy. The proportions are well balanced, allowing for both open space and defined areas for seating or play.<br/><br/>To the rear of the plot sits a detached outbuilding, divided into two rooms and currently arranged as a studio and gym. This provides a natural extension of the internal accommodation, suited to a range of uses including work, fitness or creative space.<br/><br/>An attached garage is positioned to the side of the house, alongside off-street parking to the front.<br/><br/><b>The Area</b> - Melinda Lane is a quiet residential address in Clacton-on-Sea, positioned within easy reach of the town’s expansive sandy beaches and seafront. The coastline offers long walks, open skies and a distinctly unhurried pace of life.<br/><br/>Clacton town centre provides a mix of independent shops, cafés and everyday amenities, while larger supermarkets and services are also nearby. Clacton-on-Sea station offers direct connections to London Liverpool Street, making the area a compelling option for those seeking coastal living with access to the capital.<br/><br/>The surrounding Essex landscape provides further appeal, with nearby countryside, estuaries and neighbouring villages offering a variety of outdoor pursuits and weekend destinations.<br/><br/><b>Further Information</b> - Tenure: Freehold<br/>Council Tax: Tendring Band D<br/>Construction: Brick<br/>Mains water, gas, electricity and sewerage.<br/>Seller position: Need to secure an onward purchase<br/><br/>Mobile Coverage<br/>EE Good outdoor<br/>There is a good chance of getting a connection good enough to support mobile services. You may be able to get limited indoor coverage.<br/>O2 Good outdoor<br/>There is a good chance of getting a connection good enough to support mobile services. You may be able to get limited indoor coverage.<br/>3 Variable outdoor<br/>There is a variable chance of getting a good connection that will support services. Basic services such as voice and text messages are more likely to be available. Do not expect coverage indoors.<br/>Vodafone Good outdoor, variable in-home<br/>There is a variable chance of a good connection to support mobile services in parts of the home, as well as outdoors. Basic services such as voice and text messages are more likely to be available.<br/><br/>Broadband Coverage<br/>Broadband typeHighest available download speedHighest available upload speedAvailability<br/>Standard9 Mbps0.9 MbpsGood<br/>Superfast80 Mbps20 MbpsGood<br/>Ultrafast1800 Mbps220 MbpsGood<br/>Networks in your area - Openreach<br/><br/>