3 bed semi-detached house for sale

Meadow Cottages, Upper Street, Stratford St. Mary, Colchester CO7

Set within the picturesque village of Stratford St Mary, this early 19th-century cottage offers a rare combination of period character and refined contemporary living. Thoughtfully extended and meticulously improved by the current owners, the property presents a beautifully balanced interior and an established garden setting, with open countryside just beyond the gate.

Enjoying a private location, in sought-after Stratford St Mary, this beautifully presented cottage blends historic charm with modern comfort. Believed to date back to the reign of William IV, the property has been tastefully transformed by the current owners into an inviting and stylish home.
Once inside, the ground floor unfolds with a seamless flow of character and space.
The kitchen, positioned at the front of the cottage, has been designed to make the most of both function and form. Clean-lined cabinetry runs beneath deep-set windows and offers a timeless appeal. Bespoke joinery, integrated appliances, and a stable door to the garden combine to provide a space that feels both practical and quietly refined.
To the rear, a more recent addition provides an open plan dining and living area which adds a more expansive dimension to the property. Original beams continue overhead, while the floorboards stretch uninterrupted, unifying the space. French doors open onto the garden, inviting the outside in and allowing the room to bask in greenery and light.
A charming snug, with exposed ceiling timbers and brick fireplace anchor the room with warmth and authenticity. Natural light filters through cottage-pane windows, drawing attention to the gentle textures of the walls and the soft grain of wide timber floorboards.
The first floor offers three well-proportioned double bedrooms, each with its own character and outlook.
The principal bedroom enjoys a private aspect and benefits from a beautifully appointed ensuite shower room.
A family bathroom, finished in a natural palette with modern fittings, serves the remaining bedrooms.
The grounds are a considered extension of the home’s quiet charm, thoughtfully arranged to serve both pleasure and purpose. To the front, a productive kitchen garden is set within defined borders, offering a sequence of raised beds and soft planting with a clear emphasis on sustainability and seasonality.
To the rear, the garden transitions to a more traditional layout - ornamental, open, and anchored by established planting. A wisteria-clad pergola leads from the house to a broad, paved terrace, beyond which lies an expanse of level lawn bordered by cottage-style beds. A mature fruit tree provides seasonal interest and shade, while the outlook extends unobstructed over the adjoining meadow, blending the garden seamlessly with the surrounding landscape.