Property description
This substantial double fronted detached residence is believed to have been built in the late 1920's though capturing the character of an older property; this lovely home provides light and airy accommodation with high ceilings, large bay windows creating a feeling of grandeur. The property stands on a large established plot with a long driveway leading to double garage providing ample parking and to the rear a 100ft Southerly facing garden with a large seating area providing the perfect setting for alfresco living. The well planned accommodation incorporates dual aspect lounge with log burning stove, dining room with open fireplace, 21ft kitchen/breakfast room with log burning stove, utility room and conservatory with four double bedrooms over the first and second floors all with en-suite facilities. The property is situated in a prestigious village location with views over Chestfield Cricket club and is 750 yards from the 18 hole golf course plus 15th Century barn converted to public house/restaurant. Chestfield mainline railway station is about 1 mile and bus services are available about 700 yards in Chestfield Road to the fashionable Harbour Town of Whitstable (approx. 1.9 miles) and the Cathedral City of Canterbury (approx. 6.7 miles). Tankerton seafront and slopes with it's array of colourful beach huts is approx. 1.4 miles).
Enclosed Porch
Partially glazed front entrance door to enclosed porch.
Entrance Hall
Glazed and painted wood double entrance doors. Wood panelling to walls. Radiator. Understairs cupboards. Thermostat control for central heating. Impressive balustrade staircase leading to first floor.
Lounge 14' 2 x 20' 0 (4.32m x 6.10m)
Feature fireplace housing multi fuel log burning stove with wood surround and mantle with tiled hearth. Cornice ceiling. Bay window to front overlooking garden. Three radiators. French double doors to sun lounge.
Sun Lounge 6' 0 x 11' 11 (1.83m x 3.63m)
Windows to rear overlooking garden. Double doors to rear garden.
Dining Room 13' 9 x 19' 3 (4.19m x 5.87m)
Brick fireplace with wood mantle and surround. Wood panelling to walls. Bay window to front overlooking garden. Cornice ceiling. Three radiators. Serving hatch to kitchen. Door to study.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room 12' 0 x 21' 6 (3.66m x 6.55m)
Matching range of wall and base units. Inset single drainer 1½ bowl sink unit. Work surfaces. Partially tiled walls. Fireplace with log burning stove. Gas cooker point. Dishwasher. Window. Two radiators. Door to utility room and door to playroom/ conservatory.
L Shaped Utility Room 4' 10 x 14' 11 (1.47m x 4.55m)
Range of matching wall and base units. Inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit. Work surfaces. Windows to rear and side. Plumbing for washing machine. Door providing acces to rear garden. Door to W.C,
W.C.
W.C. with low level cistern.
Conservatory 10' 2 x 12' 2 (3.10m x 3.71m)
Windows overlooking rear garden. Laminate flooring. Dimplex heater.
Office 9' 1 x 15' 0 (2.77m x 4.57m)
This is a timber framed addition currently used as an office. Door to front garden. Door to rear. Window to front. Door to cloakroom.
Cloakroom
Close coupled w.c. Wash hand basin.
Landing
Windows to side and rear overlooking garden. Stairs to second floor. Built in cupboard with shelves.
Bedroom 1 13' 11 x 19' 10 (4.24m x 6.05m)
Bay window to front and window to rear overlooking garden, cricket grounds and the golf course in the distance. Two radiators. Door to:
En Suite 7' 1 x 8' 10 (2.16m x 2.69m)
Suite in white comprising panelled bath with mixer tap and hand held shower attachment, separate fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled w.c. Radiator. Heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Frosted window to front. Downlighters. Extractor fan. Light and shaver point.
Bedroom 2 13' 0 x 14' 7 (3.96m x 4.45m)
Bay window to front overlooking garden. Radiators with covers. Door to Jack & Jill en-suite.
Jack & Jill En Suite 8' 7 x 10' 3 (2.62m x 3.12m)
Suite in white comprising panelled corner bath, separate fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and w.c. with concealed cistern. Partially tiled walls. Two frosted windows to side. Inset spotlights. Extractor fan. Doors to Bedroom 2 and 3.
Bedroom 3 11' 10 x 15' 4 (3.61m x 4.67m)
Window rear overlooking garden. Built in airing cupboard with shelves and immersion heater. Radiator. Window to side with views of cricket grounds and distant view of golf course. Door to Jack & Jill en-suite.
Second Landing
Downlighters. Radiator. High level door providing access to loft storage.
Bedroom 4 8' 9 x 15' 6 (2.67m x 4.72m)
Window to rear overlooking garden with views of the cricket grounds and golf course in the distance. Radiator. Downlighters. Eaves cupboard. Door to:-
En Suite 10' 11 x 11' 1 (3.33m x 3.38m)
Suite in white comprising panelled bath, wash hand basin set into vanity unit with cupboards under and close coupled w.c. Radiator. Partially tiled walls. Downlighters. Extractor fan. Frosted window to rear.
Attached Double Garage 17' 1 x 17' 10 (5.21m x 5.44m)
Power and light.
Store Room 6' 4 x 7' 6 (1.93m x 2.29m)
Power and light.
Front Garden
Mainly laid to lawn with mature shrubs and trees. Driveway extending to the front of the property leading to garage providing ample off road parking.
Rear Garden 100' 0 x 70' 0 (30.48m x 21.34m)
Southerly facing garden mainly laid to lawn with flower beds, bushes and shrubs. Large paved patio area. Large Pergola with grapevine. Brick built barbecue. Raised beds, flowers and shrubs. Enclosed with fencing and hedging. Pedestrian side access. Outside tap.
Boiler Room
Housing gas boiler supplying central heating and hot water.
Main Services
The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, gas, drainage and a telephone line. All services will be subject to the appropriate companies transfer conditions.
Heating
Central heating is provided by a gas fired boiler situated in the boiler room and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars. We have not tested that the heating is fully operational or whether it is effective in adequately heating the property.
Windows
The windows are mostly of UPVC double glazed sealed units with the remaining windows of timber frames.
Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession on completion.
Council Tax
We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band G. The amount payable under tax band G for the year 2015/16 is £2558.40.The Council Tax Band website displays a review pending indicator. The indicator shows that improvements have been made to the property which might result in a tax band increase when a 'relevant transaction' next takes place, e.g. the property is sold.
Viewing
Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and 10 am to 4 pm on Sundays.
Other Information
This property is approached via an unadopted road which is maintained to frontages.
Agent Notes
Kent Estate Agencies gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any plans or mapping and all measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents, all are for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures and fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Prospective purchasers or lessees should seek their own professional advice. Kent Estate Agencies retain the copyright in all advertising material used to market this property. For a free valuation of your property contact the number on this brochure.