- Essex House condominiums are colonial/plantation-style condos that are a part of the Manchester Lakes planned community in Fairfax County VA.
- Essex House is just under 10 minutes from the beltway (I-495) and the residents benefit from the Fairfax Connector bus service that goes directly to the Franconia-Springfield metro and being just two red lights to the I-95 HOV lanes.
- The amenities offered by these condos swimming pool, volleyball court, tennis courts, basketball courts, tot lots, grill area, picnic area, and community center with a kitchen and lounge area.
- Essex House residents can take advantage of recreational activities at the nearby Lee District Recreation Center, Greendale Golf Course, Hilltop Golf Club, and the family-friendly Top Golf in Kingstowne.
- Schools that serve this community include Franconia Elementary, Mark Twain Middle School, and sought-after Thomas Edison High School.