Miles and Barr are delighted to offer this impressive four-bedroom extended 1930s detached family home. Located in one of Canterbury’s most prestigious areas, on the highly sought-after South Canterbury Road, being ideally positioned for easy access to the Kent and Canterbury hospital, well-regarded grammar and secondary schools, and the city centre, either on foot or via the regular bus service.

Spacious and well-presented, the property offers a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere throughout. The home is accessed via an original glazed leaded-light front door and surround, leading into a generous entrance hall with an elegant turning staircase. The ground floor features a bright living room with a bay window to the front, a welcoming family and dining room complete with a wood burner and bi-fold doors opening onto the garden, a well-appointed kitchen, a utility room, and a cloakroom/WC.

On the first floor, a large landing leads to four double bedrooms and a family bathroom. There is also a useful attic room with natural light, accessed via a pull-down ladder.

Set back from the road, the property benefits from a driveway providing parking for three cars, in addition to an integral garage. The shingled front garden is adorned with a beautiful cherry tree, while the rear garden, mainly laid to lawn, is bordered by mature shrubs, trees, and hedges. A decked area adjacent to the house provides an ideal space for outdoor entertaining, complemented by a charming summerhouse.

This property is brick and block construction and has had no adaptions for accessibility.

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Location Summary

The property is situated within the city of Canterbury, being within easy access of the High Street and all its amenities. These include an excellent modern shopping centre, the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and other colleges, together with an excellent choice of schools in both the public and private sectors. In addition to the High Street is the Kings Mile, which is a lovely mall of boutique style shops, cafes, eateries and public houses.

SPORTING AND CULTURAL AMENITIES

Sporting and recreational opportunities nearby include: golf at Scotland Hills, Canterbury, sailing at Whitstable Yacht Club and Herne Bay, county cricket at Canterbury and day trips to France via Eurotunnel, all within easy access. In addition, the Marlowe Theatre, the spectacular Beaney House of Art & Knowledge and the Gulbenkian (theatre, cinema and café bar) at the University of Kent, all provide a wealth of excellent entertainment in Canterbury.

TRANSPORT LINKS

Canterbury has two mainline railway stations, with Canterbury West offering the high speed service to London (St Pancras 56 mins). The property is also within easy access of the A2 dual carriageway, which in turn links to the Channel Port of Dover and Brenley Corner at Faversham, adjoining the M2 / A299 (Thanet Way) linking London and the coastal towns respectively. Ashford International (15.4 miles, London St Pancras 38 mins).

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