Property description

Semi-detached homes of this size and quality are truly a rare find especially when you consider the period nature, wealth of features and generous outside space.

With a good facade and stunning entrance, in terms of kerb appeal and a welcoming feel this home is second to none. Built over five floors, including the basement and attic you will find a vast number of rooms of all varieties. With so many of them being generous in size there is a versatility which will allow you to use this home to suit your needs. Further testament to this is the current change of use of a reception room into a bright and airy art studio. The heart of the home without doubt is the kitchen/diner. Centring around the Aga stove, complete with a vaulted ceiling, ample surface and cupboard space and room to comfortably accommodate a large dining table, Sunday roasts with the family could become a regular event. Every room in the house incorporates original features, especially the reception rooms and the bedrooms. Tiled Victorian fireplaces, an oriel window and large bays, you name it they have it. If your own garden isn't enough, the windows look out onto Kingsnorth Gardens which is like a botanical secret garden. There are elements of updating/restoration required as to be expected with any Victorian property but the benefit of this is the end result can be just what you want and will enhance the home. For instance, parking could be created at the front subject to the relevant permissions.

What the Owner says:

First view we were charmed by 42’s original features; this was a special house! Only one owner since the 1890’s requisitioned in WWII, it changed hands 3 times in the 70’s/80’s before we arrived with our young and growing family.

The Storm of 1987 wrecked the roof, working feverishly we preserved architectural features, admired Victorian decor but left it alone. Upstairs we made a studio and study; a downstairs labyrinth converted to a kitchen with sun shining through roof windows. Folkestone stations and town are close, Kings Cross is an hour away. It’s a superb house to live in and return to full of light, curves and angles with original windows casting warm shadows day and night.

Room sizes:

• GROUND FLOOR
• Entrance Hall
• Lounge: 19'2 x 12'7 (5.85m x 3.84m)
• Dining Room: 20'3 x 12'11 (6.18m x 3.94m)
• Conservatory
• Study: 11'5 x 10'9 (3.48m x 3.28m)
• Kitchen/Breakfast Room: 22'11 x 11'7 (6.99m x 3.53m)
• Utility/Wet Room: 8'7 x 6'4 (2.62m x 1.93m)
• BASEMENT
• FIRST FLOOR
• Landing
• Bedroom 1: 19'6 x 12'11 (5.95m x 3.94m)
• Bedroom 2: 12'9 x 11'10 (3.89m x 3.61m)

• Bedroom 3: 14'3 x 10'0 (4.35m x 3.05m)
• Bathroom: 10'6 x 8'7 (3.20m x 2.62m)
• SECOND FLOOR
• Landing
• Bedroom 4: 16'9 x 12'11 (5.11m x 3.94m)
• Bedroom 5: 14'8 x 12'10 (4.47m x 3.91m)
• Bedroom 6: 12'6 x 9'11 (3.81m x 3.02m)
• Bedroom 7: 9'4 x 9'0 (2.85m x 2.75m)
• Shower Room
• THIRD FLOOR
• Attic Room
• OUTSIDE
• Front and Rear Gardens

 
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 :

• Best Offers invited, closing Monday 8th February 2016
• 7 bedroom semi-detached Victorian house
• 3 reception rooms
• Period features
• Generous garden