Property description
Splendid Grade II* Listed property ideally positioned between the High Street and the Canterbury West Station. This hidden gem is a landmark heritage house tucked away in a private oasis, enjoying the benefits of having everything within reach yet being surrounded by peace, tranquillity and trees.
Originally built in 1832 as part of the world’s first passenger railway - the Crab and Winkle line, this delightful space has been refurbished and decorated to an excellent standard by the current owners who, as filmmakers, have infused the house’s character with artistic vision, style and warmth.
Downstairs, the modern kitchen, breakfast room and exquisitely designed L-shaped living room offer an ideal place for entertaining friends and family.
French doors from the dining room lead out to the two-tier courtyard garden, another fabulous feature of the property. The high ivy-clad walls give an excellent level of privacy and are great for al fresco dining and even sunbathing. An arched garden gate offers access to the front lawn and driveway where there is an allocated parking space - a real treat in
Canterbury.
Upstairs are four high-ceiling double bedrooms, all with delightful tree lined views, a family bathroom and a nursery that could easily be converted back to an en-suite bathroom or walk-in dressing room.
This historical property makes for a perfect family home but also an equally charming weekend retreat for anyone wanting to revel in the buzz of this beautiful City or who would like access to top class education for their children.
Whether you need to commute to London or Paris or want to sample the wide variety of shops, restaurants, theatres and historical buildings that abound in Canterbury, this fantastic house is the place for you.
What the Owner says:
Before we bought this house eight years ago, we used to walk by outside, admire it and wish it was ours. There’s something very special about it, almost magical, and it has been an extremely lucky, inspiring and happy home for us.
It has been ideal for our growing family and our social life too. But our business is growing and because we both work from home, we feel we need more space to house our studio and increasing amount of equipment. In a way we are gutted we have to move because we feel no other place is like it in Canterbury, yet we know life is all about change.
We will miss the area, being able to walk everywhere, the sound of the Cathedral bells, and the view from our windows, especially at night time. On a bright day the house is flooded with sunlight and the area is safe for our children to play.
We are just 100 meters away from the marvellous ‘Goods Shed’ where a blend of wonderful restaurants and farm shops sell high quality meats, vegetables and deli items to die for. We are also opposite the river Stour and close to Westgate Gardens offering idyllic riverside walks, punts and cycle rides. Knowing that you can be in Kings Cross St Pancras in 56 minutes door to door is also pretty amazing too!
The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose.
Property Features :
- Landmark Heritage Grade II Listed house
- Secluded position yet close to City Centre
- Just 175m from Canterbury West Station
- Private, quiet, tree surrounded cul-de-sac
- Unobtrusive, effective secondary glazing