4 Bedroom Detached House, Station Road, Wrabness, CO11
Station Road, Wrabness, CO11
Churchwood Stanley
Churchwood Stanley, 2 The Lane
Description
Located on desirable Station Road in Wrabness, this well-proportioned four-bedroom detached family home combines contemporary living with tranquil rural character. Set back from the road behind a generous gravel driveway and mature front garden, the property makes a striking first impression with substantial off-road parking and a welcoming arrival point.
From the moment you step inside, an inviting entrance hall with parquet flooring and galleried landing introduces an immediate sense of space and light, setting the tone for a layout that flows effortlessly from formal reception to relaxed family living. The heart of the home is the spacious rear dining hall, linking through to the kitchen and opening onto the rear garden, while a large picture-windowed living room to the front offers calm, comfortable accommodation centred around a wood-burning stove.
The kitchen itself is well equipped with gloss units, integrated appliances and a central island with breakfast bar, perfectly placed for casual meals and everyday use, with easy access to the garage and garden beyond. A thoughtfully positioned ground-floor bedroom complements the layout, offering flexibility for guests, home working or multi-generational living, with an adjacent well-appointed bathroom.
Upstairs, a bright galleried landing leads to three generous bedrooms. The principal suite spans the depth of the house, benefitting from elevated estuary views to the front and a peaceful outlook to the rear, while two further first-floor bedrooms continue the sense of light and openness. A contemporary family bathroom completes the first-floor accommodation.
Outside, the rear garden is a particular highlight — extending out to open lawn, mature planting and uninterrupted views across farmland. A paved terrace provides an inviting space for outdoor dining and relaxing, plus there are useful timber outbuildings and greenhouse space for gardening enthusiasts. Throughout, the setting feels open, private and deeply connected with the surrounding countryside.
EPC Rating: E
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Key Features
- Four double bedrooms and flexible ground-floor accommodation
- Light-filled galleried entrance hall and striking first-floor landing
- Open-plan dining hall linking seamlessly to kitchen and garden
- Contemporary kitchen with breakfast bar, integrated appliances and garden access
- Front-facing living room with stone fireplace and multi-fuel stove
- Rear garden backing directly onto open farmland with wide rural views
- Generous gravel driveway, garage and extensive off-street parking for multiple vehicles, caravan or boat
- Close to area of outstanding natural beauty estuary walks and Wrabness station
- Approx. 1,860 sq ft of well-balanced family accommodation
Property Details
- Property type: House
- Property style: Detached
- Price Per Sq Foot: £290
- Approx Sq Feet: 1,860 sqft
- Council Tax Band: D
Rooms
Entrance Hall
2.84m x 4.37m
Entered via a porch, the hallway immediately sets the tone for the house, opening into a tall, airy reception space that draws the eye straight through toward the rear dining hall and garden beyond. The parquet flooring underfoot adds warmth and character, while the staircase rises neatly to one side with painted balustrades and timber handrail, creating a strong architectural feature rather than something simply functional. Above, the galleried landing introduces height and volume, with glazed panels and open sightlines that allow daylight to filter down through the centre of the home. This vertical connection between floors gives the space a sense of scale rarely found in houses of this era and reinforces the bespoke nature of the build. Sliding doors branch naturally from the hallway into the principal ground-floor rooms, starting with the Dining Hall.
View Entrance Hall PhotosDining Hall
4.03m x 6.03m
Positioned at the rear of the house, the dining hall forms the natural hub of the ground floor, linking the entrance hall through to the kitchen and opening directly onto the garden. Parquet flooring continues underfoot, giving continuity with the hallway and their is a focal multi-fuel burner here too. Large glazed doors draw daylight deep into the space and frame the open field outlook beyond the rear garden, reinforcing the front-to-back aspect that defines the house. A skylight above further boosts natural light levels, making this a bright, welcoming area throughout the day. Openings lead neatly into the kitchen and toward the study, so the room works equally well for everyday family meals or entertaining, with easy flow between cooking, dining and outdoor space. It is a practical yet atmospheric centrepiece, anchoring the extended rear of the house and making the most of its countryside setting.
View Dining Hall PhotosKitchen
3.62m x 4.96m
Positioned to the rear of the house, the kitchen forms part of the extended family zone and enjoys garden-side light and field views beyond. Cream gloss cabinetry is arranged around generous worktops with a central island incorporating an induction hob and ceiling-mounted extractor, creating a practical cooking hub that still keeps the cook connected to the rest of the room. A wide window sits above the sink, bringing in natural daylight and framing greenery outside, while tiled flooring defines the kitchen area from the parquet-finished dining space beyond. Integrated appliances include a double oven, microwave and dishwasher, with open shelving adding useful everyday storage and display space. A breakfast bar edge to the island provides informal seating for coffee or quick meals, and doors nearby lead neatly out to the garden and through to the garage, reinforcing how well this space works for family life and entertaining alike.
View Kitchen PhotosLiving Room
3.62m x 4.54m
Positioned to the front of the house, the living room is arranged to take advantage of natural light through wide picture windows to two elevations. Generous proportions allow multiple seating layouts, while soft carpeting underfoot gives the room a relaxed, comfortable feel for everyday living. A substantial stone fireplace forms a strong focal point, fitted with a multi fuel stove that adds warmth and character through the colder months. Decor is calm and contemporary, with a deep-toned feature wall adding depth without overpowering the space. It works equally well as a main family sitting room or a quieter retreat away from the busier kitchen and dining areas, completing the front-facing reception with views and presence in equal measure.
View Living Room PhotosBathroom
2.11m x 3.94m
Set off the entrance hall and shown on the floorplan beside the front bedroom, the ground floor bathroom is a well-proportioned and practical space for family use and guests alike. Finished with metro-style wall tiling and patterned flooring, it has a clean, contemporary feel while remaining in keeping with the character of the house. A full-size bath with shower over sits beneath a skylight, bringing in excellent natural light, alongside a WC and vanity unit with inset basin. A built-in storage cupboard adds valuable everyday practicality, while additional shelving keeps the room uncluttered.
View Bathroom PhotosStudy
1.08m x 4.76m
L shaped with a window to the rear overlooking the garden and countryside beyond.
Bedroom (Ground Floor)
3.29m x 3.47m
Sitting opposite the living room, this versatile double bedroom offers excellent flexibility within the layout. A wide window draws in natural light and takes advantage of the estuary-facing aspect, while generous proportions allow space for a full bed, wardrobes and a desk or dressing area. Decorated in a contemporary style, the room works equally well as a guest bedroom, teenager’s room or a dedicated home office, with its location close to the ground floor bathroom making it particularly practical for multi-generational living or visitors.
View Bedroom (Ground Floor) PhotosLanding
Rising from the entrance hall, the staircase opens onto a bright, galleried landing that immediately gives a sense of height and space through the centre of the house. Glazed balustrades and a timber handrail create a contemporary feel while allowing light to flow freely between floors. High-level windows along the front elevation bring in excellent natural daylight and make the most of the distant estuary outlook, while a striking multi-drop pendant fitting adds a touch of colour and architectural interest above the stairwell. From here, doors lead off to the first-floor bedrooms and bathroom in a simple, well-organised arrangement. More than just a corridor, this landing feels like a feature in its own right, reinforcing the bespoke nature of the house and maintaining the strong front-to-back sense of openness established on the ground floor.
View Landing PhotosFirst Bedroom
3.62m x 5.48m
Spanning the entire depth of the home forming the largest of the first-floor rooms, the principal bedroom enjoys elevated views toward the estuary (front) along with a calm farmland view at its rear. A broad window span draws in natural light, while the proportions comfortably accommodate a full bedroom suite with freestanding wardrobes and bedside furniture. A loft hatch is positioned within the room, adding useful storage access, and the shape of the space allows for additional furniture or a dressing area if desired. Soft carpeting underfoot keeps things quiet and comfortable, reinforcing the sense of retreat. This is a restful main bedroom with outlook, scale and flexibility, making the most of the front-facing position and completing the upper-floor accommodation with a strong sense of hierarchy.
View First Bedroom PhotosSecond Bedroom
3.29m x 2.83m
A double bedroom, carpeted with large window to the front framing a distant estuary view.
View Second Bedroom PhotosThird Bedroom
3.29m x 2.55m
A third double bedroom with farmland views framed by the window at the rear.
View Third Bedroom PhotosBathroom
2.85m x 1.87m
Serving the upper floor and positioned between the bedrooms on the floorplan, the family bathroom is a bright, well-arranged space designed for everyday use. A wide run of frosted windows stretches along one wall, filling the room with natural light while maintaining privacy. A full-length bath with shower over sits neatly to one side, complemented by contemporary tiling and clean-lined sanitary ware. Twin vanity storage units with wood-effect tops provide excellent practicality for toiletries and linens, while the layout leaves comfortable circulation space around the fittings. Calm in tone and sensibly proportioned, this is a functional, modern family bathroom that works well for busy mornings and relaxed evening routines, completing the first-floor accommodation.
View Bathroom PhotosGarage
3.52m x 6.00m
Accessed from the kitchen with vehicular door to the front and a personal door to the rear. Plumbing is available here to create a useful utility area.
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Outside Spaces
Front Garden
Set behind a wide gravel driveway, the front garden gives the house a strong sense of space and arrival, with parking for multiple vehicles alongside a neatly kept lawn bordered by mature shrubs and established trees that soften the street scene. The plot feels unusually broad for the road, creating breathing room between neighbouring homes and allowing the frontage to sit comfortably back from the pavement. Low fencing and planting define the boundaries without enclosing the outlook, while the driveway curves naturally toward the garage, keeping the approach practical and visually balanced.
View PhotosRear Garden
The rear garden opens out into a broad, green outlook that immediately gives the home a rare sense of space and calm. A generous paved terrace sits directly behind the house, arranged for outdoor dining and lounging, with planting pockets and pots softening the edges. Beyond, a wide lawn stretches towards mature trees and established shrubs, creating a natural buffer and visual privacy while keeping the setting open and airy. There's a couple of useful timber outbuildings here too. At the far boundary, neatly clipped hedging frames uninterrupted views across neighbouring farmland, drawing the countryside right into the backdrop and giving the garden a wonderfully expansive feel. With a combination of hard landscaping for entertaining, open grass for play or gardening, and that sweeping rural horizon beyond, it is a setting that feels both practical and quietly special in equal measure.
View PhotosParking Spaces
Garage
Capacity: 1
Off street
Capacity: 5
Exceptional off street parking facility with parking for several vehicles and space to accommodate a boat / caravan.
View PhotosLocation
Wrabness is a small and peaceful village in North Essex, situated on the south bank of the River Stour Estuary, just a few minutes’ drive or train journey from Manningtree. The village is served locally by Wrabness railway station on the Mayflower Line, with regular services toward Colchester, Harwich and London Liverpool Street, making it ideal for commuters who seek village life with direct rail links. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the surrounding countryside and waterways. The nearby Wrabness Nature Reserve, managed by the Essex Wildlife Trust, offers a mix of grassland, marsh and woodland habitats with extensive views over the River Stour Estuary, making it popular for quiet walks, bird-watching and access to riverside footpaths. The area also features parts of scenic walking trails, including routes that take in local landmarks like Grayson Perry’s “A House for Essex” and estuary edge scenery, with panoramic views over saltmarsh and coastal landscape. Local services such as a community shop and café are within walking distance, while further amenities, pubs and restaurants can be found a short drive away in Manningtree. The setting is rural yet well-connected, with sweeping countryside and estuary vistas defining the area.
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