The Drive, Chestfield, Whitstable

Approached via a private road is this substantial detached residence, situated in a much sought after location in the charming village of Chestfield and occupying a large plot with a southerly aspect to rear. This superb family home offers exceptionally spacious and flexible living accommodation. A grand entrance hall adorned with tasteful decor and ample natural light provides an inviting welcome to the property. Three further reception rooms along with a large kitchen/breakfast room can also be found to the ground floor. To the first floor is a master bedroom suite incorporating large en-suite bath/shower room, dressing room, sitting room and balcony together with three further double bedrooms all with en-suite facilities. The 120ft x 94ft rear garden has natural screening offering a high level of privacy and to the front is extensive off road parking with an in and out driveway, two garages and carport. The enviable location is in the heart of the village close to 18 hole golf course with club house and 14th Century Barn converted to Public House/restaurant. Local shopping facilities, health centre, mainline railway station are available approximately a mile away. Bus services to the quaint Harbour Town of Whitstable (approx. 2.4 miles) and Cathedral City of Canterbury (approx. 6 miles) are available about 175 yards away at Chestfield Road.

Enclosed Porch
Glazed painted wood front entrance door to enclosed porch. Light.

Reception Hall - 17' 4 x 12' 10 (5.29m x 3.92m)
Glazed and painted wood front entrance door with glazed side panels. Two radiators. Window to side. Understairs storage cupboard. Balustrade staircase leading to first floor. Laminate flooring.

Cloakroom
Suite in white comprising pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Local splashback tiling. Radiator. Two frosted windows to side. Tiled floor.

Lounge/Diner - 24' 11 x 15' 11 (7.6m x 4.86m)
Bay window to front overlooking garden with deep cill. Coved ceiling. Two wall light points. Two radiators. Two sets of French double doors to garden room.

Garden Room - 9' 11 x 23' 10 (3.03m x 7.27m)
Two windows overlooking rear garden. Two radiators. Three wall light points. Patio doors to rear garden.

Office - 18' 2 x 9' 10 (5.54m x 3m)
Window to side and rear overlooking garden. Coved ceiling. Two radiators. Downlighters. Door to rear garden. Personal door to Garage two.

Family Room - 16' 1 max x 11' 6 (4.91m x 3.51m)
Window to side. Radiator. Archway to:-

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 18' 1 x 14' 10 (5.52m x 4.53m)
Matching range of wall and base units. Inset single drainer 1½ bowl sink unit. Work surfaces. Partially tiled walls. Gas Aga with stainless steel splashback and extractor cooker hood above. Inset ceramic hob. Fan assisted electric oven. Integrated dishwasher. Windows to side and rear overlooking garden. Radiator. Downlighters. Tiled floor. Stable-style door to:

Breakfast Area - 17' 7 x 9' 7 (5.36m x 2.93m)
Bay with double doors to rear garden with windows to side. Opening to utility area.

Utility Area - 9' 5 x 7' 5 (2.88m x 2.27m)
Range of wall and base units. Inset single drainer sink unit. Work surfaces. Window to rear. Plumbing for washing machine. Vent for tumble dryer. Partially tiled walls . Wall mounted Worcester gas boiler supplying central heating and hot water. Tiled floor. Door to music room.

Music Room - 11' 4 x 11' 0 (3.46m x 3.36m)
Soundproofed. Radiator. Personal door to garage one.

Landing
Window to front. Access via loft ladder to insulated and partly boarded loft with electric light. Radiator.

Bedroom 1 - 15' 11 x 12' 3 (4.86m x 3.74m)
Window to front overlooking garden. Window overlooking sitting room and rear garden beyond. Radiator. Arch to:

Lobby
Radiator. Linen cupboard. Door to en-suite. Arch to dressing room.

En-Suite to Bedroom 1 - 10' 8 plus recess x 8' 2 (3.26m x 2.49m)
Suite in Old English White comprising panelled bath with mixer tap, large separate fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled WC and bidet. Radiator. Heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Extractor fan. Window to front. Downlighters. Laminate flooring.

Dressing Room - 18' 2 x 9' 10 (5.54m x 3m)
Windows to side and rear overlooking garden. Two radiators. Door to sitting room.

Sitting Room - 10' 9 x 9' 10 (3.28m x 3m)
Window to rear. Patio door to balcony. Radiator. Laminate flooring.

Balcony
Overlooking rear garden. Wrought iron railings.

Bedroom 2 - 22' 6 x 15' 9 (6.86m x 4.81m)
Sitting area with window and patio door to balcony overlooking rear garden. Large wardrobe with shelves and hanging space. Two radiators. Downlighters. Laminate flooring. Access to en-suite.

En-Suite to Bedroom 2 - 10' 6 x 4' 4 (3.21m x 1.33m)
Suite in white comprising double shower cubicle, wash hand basin set into vanity unit and close coupled WC. Extractor fan. Shaver point. Cupboard housing hot water cylinder. Heated chrome towel rail. Tiled walls and floor. Window to side.

Bedroom 3 - 19' 4 x 12' 6 (5.9m x 3.81m)
Window to rear overlooking garden. Radiator. Downlighters. Laminate flooring. Doors to both balconies. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite to Bedroom 3 - 7' 6 x 6' 4 (2.29m x 1.94m)
Suite in white comprising large corner shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Chrome heated towel rail.

Bedroom 4 - 12' 10 into recess x 10' 8 max (3.92m x 3.26m)
Window to front overlooking garden. Fitted double wardrobe. Two radiators. Downlighters. Access to en-suite.

En-Suite to Bedroom 4 - 8' 3 x 5' 8 (2.52m x 1.73m)
Suite in white comprising panelled bath with mixer tap and separate hand-held shower attachment, corner pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled WC. Extractor fan. Shaver point. Heated chrome towel rail. Downlighters. Tiled floor and walls.

Garage one - 18' 10 x 11' 7 (5.75m x 3.54m)
Power and light. Door to side.

Garage Two - 16' 4 x 8' 1 (4.98m x 2.47m)
Power and light. Two windows to side.

Carport


Front Garden - 58' 0 x 85' 0 (17.68m x 25.91m)
Border wall to front. Mainly gravelled providing extensive parking. Raised flower and shrub beds.

Rear Garden - 94' 0 x 120' 0 (28.66m x 36.58m)
The rear garden is southerly facing, mainly laid to lawn with abundance of flower and shrub borders. Pergola providing a pleasant seating area. Extensive patio. Ornamental pond. Enclosed and screened by mature hedging. Variety of trees. Outside tap. Timber workshop. Timber garden shed. Side access.

Main Services
The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, gas and main drainage. A telephone line is installed subject to the usual British Telecom transfer regulations. The mains services have not been tested by us.

Heating
Central heating is provided by a gas fired boiler situated in the utility area and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars. We have not tested that the heating is fully operational or whether it is effective in adequately heating the property.

Electrical & Gas Appliances
Electrical and gas appliances referred to in these details have not been checked by us and you should make your own enquiries as to their serviceability.

Windows
The windows are generally UPVC double glazed sealed units.

Tenure
The property is to be sold freehold with vacant possession on completion.

Council Tax
We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band G. The amount payable under tax band G for the year 2024/2025 is £3,740.82.

Viewing
Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and by appointment only on Sundays.

Agent Notes
Kent Estate Agencies gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any floor plans, 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.
We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings 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.
No person in the employment of Kent Estate Agencies has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Purchase prices, rents or other prices quoted are correct at the date of publication and, unless otherwise stated, exclusive of VAT.
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