Property Description: This wonderful family home is nestled in the picturesque village of Chartham on the outskirts of Canterbury. The village provides an idyllic setting with its charming atmosphere and local amenities. Residents will delight in the convenience of three shops, a recreation field, and two pubs The Local and The Artichoke. The village community is known for its warmth and friendliness, creating a desirable place to call home.
The property is modern and spacious throughout with a light and bright décor. The stunning kitchen/dining room runs the full width of the house and has a beautiful kitchen fitted by Wren just three years ago. There is plenty of storage with quartz worktops, a Smeg extractor which sits behind a five burner gas hob, a Bosch electric oven and an integrated fridge freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. There is a breakfast bar with space for stools beneath, plenty of space for a dining room table and sliding patio doors opening onto the garden. Double doors from the dining area open into the good sized living room which has an air conditioning unit. The garage was converted into a further reception room which has access to a downstairs cloakroom.
On the first floor there are three double bedrooms all with fitted wardrobes and the main bedroom also has it’s own en-suite bathroom. There is a further single bedroom which is currently being used as study with built in storage. The family bathroom has a shower with a large rainfall shower recessed into the ceiling, a back to wall WC and a vanity sink unit.
Outside: To the front the generous paved driveway offers parking space for up to three vehicles, ensuring convenience for both residents and guests. The south-facing split level garden is sure to impress, providing a tranquil oasis for outdoor relaxation, play, and entertaining. The stunning views across the North Downs enhance the natural beauty of the surroundings.
Location: The ancient village of Chartham is four miles west of the Cathedral City of Canterbury. It is located on the Great Stour river and is surrounded by beautiful countryside and farmland, including apple and pear orchards. It is served by a village hall, a doctor’s surgery, a village store, a post office, two pubs and a primary school. There is a railway station with easy access to Canterbury, Ashford and the high speed links to London and Europe. There is also a regular bus service to Canterbury and Ashford and a cycle path runs along the banks of the river Stour all the way into Canterbury. The nearby cathedral city of Canterbury also has a wide range of amenities, including excellent shopping and leisure facilities, primary and secondary schools as well as three universities, two hospitals and two railway stations. Canterbury also offers excellent leisure facilities, along with a diverse selection of restaurants and international eateries. The thriving market town of Ashford also offers excellent shopping, recreational and educational amenities, along with a high speed rail link from Ashford International Station which reaches London St Pancras in just 38 minutes. The area is very well served by road connections, with the A2/M2 accessible from nearby Canterbury and the M20 (which can be joined at Ashford)
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Council Tax: Current Council Tax Band E (Correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to www.gov.uk/council-tax-bands
Local Authority: Canterbury City Council - 01227 862 000. Kent County Council - 0845 247 247
Services: Gas central heating, mains water, drainage and electricity. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to https://checker.ofcom.org.uk
Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.
Additional Property Notes: Property is of traditional construction. Parking is on the driveway. There is one step up to the entrance, steps down to the garden and steps up to the second tier of the garden. The property has a water softener and the boiler is less than two years old. There is planning permission for a loft extension and a single storey rear extension which was granted in May 2024. Details can be found on Canterbury Council’s website using reference CA/23/02246. Floorplans can be found under media images.
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