Property description
Internal viewing is essential to fully appreciate this exceptional detached character bungalow situated in an enviable village location overlooking and with direct access to Chestfield 18 hole golf course. On entering this lovely home you will immediately appreciate this unique and special property giving a surprisingly spacious feel and instantly creates an eagerness to see what is through the next door. The current owners have sympathetically restored and extended the property retaining its original character of its era whilst cleverly introducing a twist of contemporary which has complimented this beautiful home. Standing on a well-tended plot with the advantage of a side and rear garden overlooking looking the golf course along with a Southerly and Westerly aspect giving a tranquil setting for Alfresco living. To the front of the property is a detached double garage with a boarded loft and a large drive way providing ample off road parking facilities. The great location is convenient with Chestfield mainline railway station, Sainsburys, local shopping facilities and medical centre all just under a mile. The 14th Century Barn converted to a Public House and Restaurant is about 700 yards. Bus services are available in Chestfield Road about 525 yards to the quaint Harbour Town of Whitstable (approx. 3 miles) and the Cathedral City of Canterbury (approx. 6.5 miles) which is a prominent centre for education and offers a wealth of retail and cultural activities including the Whitefriars Shopping Centre, Marlowe Theatre and a selection of museums and art galleries. The delightful Tankerton sea front is about 1.3 miles.
Open Porch Outside light.
Entrance Hall Composite front entrance door with double glazed panel. Radiator. Double cloaks cupboard. Access via loft ladder to insulated and partly boarded loft with light housing wall mounted gas boiler supplying hot water and central heating. Oak flooring.
Lounge 21' 3 x 12' 0 + alcoves (6.48m x 3.66m)Fireplace housing multi-fuel burning stove. Bay with full height windows and double doors to garden. Two radiators. Thermostat control for central heating. Three wall light points.
Dining Room 16' 2 + alcoves x 12' 1 (4.93m x 3.68m)Feature fireplace housing living flame gas fire. Vaulted ceiling. Window to side overlooking garden. Two small windows to rear. Radiator.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room 18' 0 x 17' 11 (5.49m x 5.46m)Octagonal shaped room with vaulted ceiling. Bespoke hand made kitchen with matching range of wall and base units. octagonal island unit with solid wood work surface, inset stainless steel 1½ bowl sink unit and breakfast bar area. Range master cooker with two ovens and separate grill with extractor cooker hood above. cupboard housing space and plumbing for dishwasher. Three windows to side and rear overlooking garden and golf course. Two radiators. Tiled floor. Door providing access to side and rear garden.
Utility Room 5' 11 x 5' 4 + recess (1.80m x 1.63m)Range of matching wall and base units. Work surface with inset stainless steel single drainer sink unit. Partially tiled walls. Radiator. Plumbing for washing machine. Ceramic tiled floor. Door to side leading to garden.
Bedroom 1 16' 9 Into wardrobe x 12' 0 (5.11m x 3.66m)Double door with glazed side panels to courtyard. Complete wall of wardrobes. Radiator. Door to:-
Master Bedroom En-Suite Suite in white comprising fully tiled walk-in shower cubicle with fixed glass screen, wash hand basin set into vanity unit with cupboard below and close coupled w.c. Partially tiled walls. Frosted window to side. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Shaver point.
Bedroom 2 11' 5 Into recess x 10' 0 (3.48m x 3.05m)Window to front overlooking garden. Radiator. Door to:-
En-Suite 5' 11 Into recess x 5' 11 (1.80m x 1.80m)Suite in white comprising fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled w.c. Partially tiled walls. Frosted window to side. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Shaver point.
Bedroom 3 14' 10 x 8' 10 Max (4.52m x 2.69m)Window to front and full height window to side overlooking garden. Radiator.
Bedroom 4 10' 10 x 8' 10 (3.30m x 2.69m)Window to front. Semi-vaulted ceiling. Radiator.
Bathroom 8' 3 x 7' 2 (2.51m x 2.18m)Suite in white comprising panelled shower bath with shower unit over bath with screen to side, free standing countertop wash hand basin with shelves below and close coupled w.c. Chrome heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Downlighters. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Shaver point.
Detached Double Garage 18' 0 x 16' 6 (5.49m x 5.03m)Two up and over doors. Power and light. Access via loft ladder to boarded loft with power, light, velux window to side and window to front.
Front Garden Mainly laid to lawn with flower and shrub beds. Gravel driveway extending to the front of the property and garage providing ample off road parking.
Side and Rear Garden 32' 0 + 46' 0 x 28' 0 x 62' 0 (9.75m x 18.90m)The garden is Southerly and Westerly facing. Views of golf course and practice area. Mainly laid to lawn with flower beds, bushes and shrubs. Paved seating areas. Pagoda. Raised vegetable patch. Wood store. Outside tap. Gated pedestrian access to golf course.
Courtyard Seating area. Timber shed. Outside lighting.
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 loft and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars.
Windows The windows are generally of Upvc double glazed sealed units.
Tenure The property is to be sold Freehold with vacant possession.
Council Tax We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band F. The amount payable under tax band F for the year 2016/2017 is £2297.55.i:- 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 10am to 4pm on Sundays.
Agent NotesKent Estate Agencies gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any plans or mapping and measurements are approximate, 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 measurements are provided in accordance with the R.I.C.S. Code of Measuring Practice 6th edition. 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. Printed 9th May 2016.
Property Features :
- Unique Detached Bungalow
- Enviable Village Location
- Direct Access To Golf Course
- Substantial Living Accommodation
- Four Bedrooms & Two En-Suites