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4.8

★★★★★ Excellent

78 reviews across 2 platforms

Essex and Suffolk Office, 2 The Lane, Manningtree CO11 1AW

Churchwood Stanley's Manningtree office at Essex and Suffolk Office is rated 4.8 out of 5 across 78 reviews on two platforms, including 75 Google reviews rated 4.9. Checked 9 October 2026.

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4.9 / 5

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3.7 / 5

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5/5

Google

I would highly rReference for Judy Darlington, Estate Agent We recently had the pleasure of working with Judy Darlington, and we cannot recommend her highly enough. From the very beginning, Judy demonstrated exceptional professionalism, deep knowledge of the market, and a genuine commitment to helping us every step of the way. What truly sets Judy apart is the way she consistently went the extra mile. She took the time to really understand our needs, kept us fully informed throughout the process, and was always available to answer our questions, no matter how big or small. Her advice was honest, practical, and tailored, and we always felt reassured knowing she was on our side. Judy’s warmth, attention to detail, and tireless effort made what could have been a stressful experience into something smooth and positive. She navigated challenges with skill and patience, always finding solutions and keeping everything moving forward. It was clear she genuinely cared about achieving the best possible outcome for us, and her dedication never wavered. Thanks to Judy, the process was not only successful but also enjoyable. If you are looking for an estate agent who combines expertise with a truly personal touch, Judy Darlington is outstanding.ecommend Churchwood Stanley for their professional service.

Jessica · 28 September 2025

5/5

Google

I would highly recommend Churchwood Stanley - Darryl and his team have done an excellent job selling our property. They have been professional, efficient and effective throughout the whole process. They did a great job marketing our property and got strong interest from several potential buyers in a short period. When we agreed a sale, they were very proactive in ensuring strong communication between all parties to help things move along in a timely manner. Any queries were dealt with quickly and we were kept fully up-to-date with regular feedback. They also gave us an excellent recommendation on a Solicitor who turned out to be outstanding. Buying and selling properties is clearly a stressful business, but Churchwood Stanley do their best to minimise this and make the process as smooth as possible.

Mark · 14 April 2025

5/5

Google

Brought out first home from church stanleys was a good experience. All staff there were extremely helpful and experienced. As I first time buyer they assisted me with knowledge and helped drive a quick exchange. Judy was most helpful and kept us updated with proceedings and contact with the sellers. Even after exchange assisted with questions we had and checked in on us. Very good service and busy estate agents, very friendly. Thank you to all.

Laurie · 14 April 2025

5/5

Google

Churchwood Stanley showed nothing but professionalism and support throughout the selling of my house. The photos and marketing of the property was very good, the house attracted some attention and an offer was made quite quickly. Then the seller pulled out and after a discussion with Churchwood Stanley the property was put back on the market very quickly and another offer was made. This time the sale went through very quickly. I liked the fact that I was kept up to date with all viewings and potential buyers feedback via their Street.co.uk app. The Churchwood Stanley team are very friendly and professional and I wouldn't hesitate in using them again.

Stephen · 30 July 2025

Agent replied · 26 January 2026

Thank you so much for taking the time to post this Steve. We appreciate you.

5/5

Google

Churchwood Stanley in Manningtree are an excellent estate agency. Judy Darlington was very friendly and helpful and went the extra mile with a tricky sale and is certainly recommended. Thanks Judy and the team.

David · 13 May 2025

Agent replied · 18 June 2025

Well done Judy. Appreciate you. Thanks so much for sticking with it David. You played your part!

1/5

Google

As a buyer, I very much would not trust this estate agent. After making an offer on a flat and being made false promises about the condition of certain areas, and that things which were clearly safety hazards and broken would be fixed prior to sale - these things then all turned out to be a lie. Very much aware that estate agents are there for the benefit of the seller but the lack of consideration for the buyer in terms of making sure that the things that are promised are then carried through feels like a real let down. Also feel it’s unprofessional to be told the amount of a counter-offer and the name of the offerer. Am sure that for a seller, the experience is VERY different so my review won’t be relevant for everyone :)

Laura · 31 March 2026

5/5

Google

Darryl and his team are amongst the most professional estate agents that I have worked with. From the moment Darryl rolled through the front door, his sheer enthusiasm for what he does shone through. Unlike other estate agents, he came up with an ingenious and very commercially thought out strategy. It worked! It wasn't an easy sale, however, Darryl was always polite and pragmatic. Towards the end, I am sure he had had enough! I cannot thank Darryl or his team enough. They CARE, I mean REALLY care about you, what you want and need and will support you every step of the way. I would personally recommend them to friends and family.

MindAbility · 14 April 2022

Agent replied · 11 June 2024

We did it! We might look back on this one day soon and think how on Earth did we do it?? Always a team effort so don't play down your part or your solicitor. Lovely to hear you speak so fondly of what we do. We like to think we've always got our client's interests at heart but it's good to hear it from you too!

5/5

Google

What an amazing experience we had through Churchwood Stanley! We can not compare them to any other estate agents we have used in the past. Everyone involved was polite, helpful, knowledgeable and you felt you meant something rather than just being a "client". I can't recommend Darryl and his team highly enough! Seriously, amazing company and people! Thank you again for all your help with selling our house and helping us buy our new home - we couldn't have done it without you and you made the whole process easy and as pain free as possible!! Thank you again!!

Dan · 14 April 2021

Agent replied · 11 June 2024

A real pleasure to help you guys especially after knowing you tried (and tried!) with another agent last year. Delighted to see you move to such a wonderfully unique house and we can't wait to see what you do with it!

5/5

Google

I really cant rave about Darryl @churchwood Stanley enough!! I really do believe they are the best Estate Agent out there and I have full confidence in the way he deals with the whole process. I came to Darryl asking him to help me with the sale of my property and he got everything put in place so quickly, the property was sold for the full asking price within 4 weeks which was amazing! He replies to my emails and answers my calls so quickly and I am never left wondering what's happening like you do with most Estate Agents. I am kept in the loop at all times. If you want a pain free/stress free polite friendly service... Darryl is your man!!!

Megan · 14 April 2021

Agent replied · 11 June 2024

So pleased that you're happy with everything we've done Megan! Thanks for coming back to us, you too have been a pleasure to work with.

5/5

Google

Moving is a stressful time but Darryl and his team went above and beyond to help make the whole process run as smoothly as possible from beginning to end. Always available to talk to and advise. Updated regularly, letting us know how the chain was progressing too. Would highly recommend Churchwood Stanley to anyone thinking of moving.

Linda · 14 April 2025

5/5

Google

We cannot thank the excellent team enough, especially during a breakdown in chain at the beginning but with all their hard work, we established another buyer and everything turned out fine in the end. They made us feel confident with the sale and nothing was too much trouble- very professional and courteous. All calls and queries were promptly answered and Carole kept us up to date regularly which was a great help . We would definitely recommend the company and wish them well for the future

Lee · 14 April 2024

5/5

Google

We recently bought our dream retirement cottage through Churchwood Stanley and couldn’t be happier with the experience. From start to finish, the whole team were friendly, professional, and incredibly helpful. Communication was always clear and prompt, and they made what can be a stressful process feel smooth and reassuring. Their local knowledge and genuine care really stood out. We’re so grateful - very highly recommended! Five star fabulous!! 🌟 --- Would you like to make it more personal or name the agent or cottage location?

Lin · 6 August 2025

5/5

Google

Had an amazing experience with Churchwood Stanley without a doubt. Tracy went above and beyond for us. Communication was on point, always kept us updated with our referencing. We are very grateful for all the work Tracy put in for us. A real gem of a lady. I would highly recommend Churchwood Stanley and not forgetting Rachel who spent an hour on the phone to me making sure everything was going smoothly and most importantly putting me at ease. Overall an exceptional experience.

Mark · 14 April 2023

5/5

Google

What can we say? other than Darryl, Stef and the rest of the team at Churchwood Stanley were absolutely amazing from start to finish! We were kept up-to-date on a daily basis, nothing was too much trouble. The whole experience was a positive one in which we felt genuinely cared about. It was more like speaking to friends than people we'd only just met, so much nicer than any other agents we've dealt with. Even after completion and we'd moved into an area we didn't know, they still kept in contact and continued to be of help. We cannot recommend Churchwood Stanley enough, they go above and beyond. Thank you Darryl and Stef for everything.

Roger · 14 April 2023

5/5

Google

Darryl and his team stuck with us after our first purchaser let us down at the very last minute, they never stopped being positive. We knew we had the right team looking after our interests. Darryl took new photographs and remarketed our property for us. We always felt that we were in the best hands. Nothing was ever too much trouble. Thank you all.

Yvonne · 14 April 2020

Agent replied · 11 June 2024

Really our pleasure and we were delighted that the eventual buyer closed the deal pretty much within six weeks. Thank you so much for your business.

5/5

Google

I was involved in a chain of 4 house sales with Churchwood Stanley handling all houses involved. It went so smoothly that the move was completely stress-free and they kept us informed at all stages. I've moved many times and never had such a good experience. I would totally recommend Darryl and Cameron at the Manningtree office.

Pat · 14 April 2024

5/5

Google

Darryl is amazing and Churchwood Stanley have been brilliant. Dedicated, proactive, quick at resolving issues, efficient, professional and friendly demeanour, transparent about whats happening and such a pleasure to work alongside as a seller. If I ever moved again, wherever I am, I would use Churchwood Stanley. Highly recommended.

Oosh · 14 April 2022

Agent replied · 11 June 2024

So pleased after a difficult journey to get you where you needed to be. We all wish you every happiness in your next phase of family life 🙂 …

1/5

Google

Bad to Worse. Late for viewing, let another viewing in while still viewing. Communication was poor. Replies were rude and unprofessional. Customer service non exsistent. Would not recommend or use again. Lettings clearly doesnt match up with buying.

Kevin · 14 April 2023

Agent replied · 11 June 2024

Hi Kevin We appreciate how frustrating and upsetting it must be when your application for a tenancy for a property you were interested in, has been unsuccessful. We do however feel that your comments are factually incorrect and unjustified. You did not attend the viewing, nor indeed have we had the pleasure of meeting you. Your partners viewing had in fact finished when she asked if she could take a video to show you. I invited the next couple in with a young child waiting outside, to commence viewing downstairs, while your partner was upstairs completing this. Our only contact with you has been via emails demanding updates during the process of referencing. You were, as was your partner updated as and when necessary whwn progress reports were available. We did not ask for a holding deposit, due to the feeling this would be unfair on both parties being considered for this tenancy. We wish you success elsewhere on your search for a home to rent.

5/5

Google

Great service from Darryl, Stef and team. Really clear communication from initial meet right through to sale and purchase of our new lovely home. Would highly recommend - efficient, caring and motivated (for the right reasons).

Kelvin · 14 April 2023

Agent replied · 11 June 2024

We really enjoyed representing you on the sale and purchase Kelvin. There were some challenges (there always are) but we worked well together and made it happen!

5/5

Google

We were first time buyers and Darryl and the team at Churchwood Stanley made the process so straightforward and clear. Darryl was so helpful from the first viewing right the through to moving in (and even the in the weeks after made himself available to answer any questions about the house). Highly recommend them.

Duncan · 14 April 2020

Agent replied · 11 June 2024

Hi Duncan, we're so pleased that everything went so smoothly and that you're very happy with your new home. We'd love to see it when you're finished! Welcome to Manningtree, we're absolutley sure that you'll love living here.

5/5

Google

We wouldn't hesitate to recommend Darryl from 'Churchwood Stanley' to anyone hoping to buy or sell a house. Darryl is calm, understanding and not at all pushy, willing to listen and extremely professional. In our experience, he and his colleagues, offered a five star service in reality, not just in reviews.

Lucy · 14 April 2024

5/5

Google

Best Estate Agent by far. Had a long complicated sale and every step of the way Darryl was there, our problems were his problems and he did his utmost to ease our difficulties. Nothing was too much for him, he went above and beyond what other agents do..Great genuine guy with lots of integrity, would highly recommend.

Sophia · 14 April 2017

Agent replied · 11 June 2024

Thanks Sophia, we will miss speaking to you so often. This was one of those transactions that we will all remember for some time. It really was our pleasure representing you.

5/5

Google

Darryl and his team have been absolutely amazing in helping us to buy our forever home and new business venture. Nothing has ever been too much trouble for them to help and guide us in what has sometimes been a very trying process! I would definitely recommend them on to anyone buying or selling. This team get the job done with the upmost care and professionalism and we can’t rate them high enough! Thank you all for everything, especially Darryl!

Clare · 14 April 2021

5/5

Google

First Class company. The team at Churchwood Stanley worked extremely hard to deliver an amazing result for us. Darryl is an exceptional agent. Great Feedback, work ethic, persistence, optimism and honesty. I have nothing but praise for Darryl and his great team. Enormous thanks to all of you!

Matt · 14 April 2021

Agent replied · 11 June 2024

We're really pleased to have represented you and the family Matt on the sale. Sorry for the circumstances but we all hope we made this as pain free for you as possible. :)

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How many reviews does Churchwood Stanley have?

Churchwood Stanley's Manningtree office has 78 reviews across two platforms: 75 on Google, 3 on Yell. Reviews may appear on more than one platform. Checked 9 October 2026.

What is Churchwood Stanley's rating?

Churchwood Stanley is rated 4.8 out of 5 across all 78 reviews, and 4.9 out of 5 on Google from 75 reviews, checked 9 October 2026.

Where is Churchwood Stanley's Manningtree office?

Churchwood Stanley, Essex and Suffolk Office, 2 The Lane, Manningtree CO11 1AW.

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