Albion Lane, Herne Bay

Tucked away down a long gated driveway is a home like no other... This substantial residence has recently been remodelled to create a home for a large family to enjoy their own private spaces.
Covering an impressive 3185 sq ft (296 sq m) all rooms are palatial in size . Bedrooms are like hotel suites and the reception rooms are perfect for family gatherings; there is no compromise for space anywhere.
A spacious entrance hall provides a hint of what to expect with a glass panelled staircase proving to be a great feature. Two reception rooms overlook and open out to the rear garden whilst a well equipped kitchen/breakfast room, three bedrooms (one en-suite), a luxury bathroom and a cloakroom concludes the ground floor.
The impressive first floor presents three huge bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities and a kitchen/diner with sleek units, quartz worktops and designer integrated appliances. This means either the ground or first floor could be used as an annexe if required or this room could simply be another bedroom or hobby room.
Despite its size, this well designed home economical to run with an EPC Rating: B, ensuring you will never have to worry about the running costs usually associated with homes of this size.
The rear garden enjoys a sunny south/west aspect and offers a good degree of privacy. Ample off-road parking is provided beyond the gates via a gravelled driveway.
Overall, a truly unique property with unrivalled living accommodation, situated in a pleasant village location within the catchment area for local schools and beautiful countryside walks nearby.

Location:
The historic village of Herne with the church of St. Martins dating back to the 14th century is on the outskirts of the seaside town of Herne Bay with its ever popular seafront and array of period architecture. The Cathedral City of Canterbury with its range of shopping facilities, restaurants and of course the Marlowe Theatre is only a short drive away and is well served by direct bus routes from the village of Herne. Canterbury is also well served by other amenities including a wealth of high-achieving schools. The harbour town of Whitstable is only 5 miles distant which enjoys a variety of shopping, educational and leisure amenities including sailing, water sports and bird watching, as well as the seafood restaurants for which it has become renowned. Excellent transport links are nearby with Herne Bay mainline train station providing direct links to London Victoria as well as the high speed Javelin service to St London St. Pancras. Easy access to the A299 is nearby providing road links to London via the M2.

Approved Property Details


Entrance Hall - 13' 11 x 20' 9 (4.25m x 6.33m)
Double glazed front entrance door. Two radiators. Coved ceiling. Under stairs storage cupboard. Power points. Glass panelled balustrade staircase leading to first floor. Double storage cupboard.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 14' 11 x 14' 0 (4.55m x 4.27m)
The kitchen is planned with a matching range of wall and base units arranged on three walls. Inset ceramic 1 1/2 bowl sink unit. Quartz work surfaces. Partially tiled walls. Plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. Wine cooler. 'Insinkerator' waste disposal unit. Window to front. Power points. Downlighters. Polished porcelain tiled flooring.

Dining Room - 20' 5 x 9' 7 (6.23m x 2.93m)
Coved ceiling. Power points. Engineered oak flooring. Cupboard housing 'Worcester' gas boiler. French doors to rear garden.

Cloakroom - 6' 2 x 5' 2 (1.88m x 1.58m)
Suite comprising pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Frosted window to front. Downlighters. Heated towel rail. Polished porcelain tiled flooring.

Lounge - 24' 5 x 14' 0 (7.45m x 4.27m)
Coved ceiling. Windows to rear overlooking rear garden. Two radiators. TV point. Power points. French doors to rear garden.

Bedroom Four - 14' 5 x 13' 8 (4.4m x 4.17m)
Window to front. Built-in double wardrobe cupboards. Radiator. Power points. TV point. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite To Bedroom Four - 6' 1 x 6' 5 (1.86m x 1.96m)
Suite in white comprising separate fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Wall mounted vanity mirror with LED backlight. Heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Frosted window to front. Downlighters. Extractor fan. Tiled flooring.

Bedroom Five - 12' 10 x 10' 0 (3.92m x 3.05m)
Window to rear overlooking rear garden. Radiator. Power points.

Bedroom Six - 10' 0 x 10' 0 (3.05m x 3.05m)
Window to rear overlooking rear garden. Built-in double wardrobe cupboards. Radiator. Power points.

First Floor Landing
Sky light window. Radiator. Power points. Storage cupboard.

Master Bedroom - 20' 9 x 14' 8 (6.33m x 4.48m)
Windows to side and rear. Radiator. Power points. TV point. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite to Master - 9' 8 x 4' 4 (2.95m x 1.33m)
Suite in white comprising fully tiled double shower cubicle, wall hung wash hand basin and close coupled WC with concealed cistern. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled walls. Velux window to rear. Downlighters. Porcelain tiled flooring. Extractor fan.

Bedroom Two - 17' 9 x 14' 8 (5.42m x 4.48m)
Windows to front and side. Power points. TV point. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite to Bedroom Two - 9' 7 x 4' 4 (2.93m x 1.33m)
Suite in white comprising fully tiled double shower cubicle and close coupled WC with concealed cistern. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled walls. Velux window to rear. Downlighters. Tiled flooring. Extractor fan.

Bedroom Three - 17' 9 x 14' 8 (5.42m x 4.48m)
Windows to side and rear. Power points. TV point. Radiator.

En-Suite to Bedroom Three - 10' 5 x 4' 4 (3.18m x 1.33m)
Suite in white comprising fully tiled double shower cubicle and close coupled WC with concealed cistern. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled walls. Velux window to rear. Downlighters. Tiled flooring. Extractor fan.

Bathroom - 8' 8 x 6' 4 Plus Recess (2.65m x 1.94m)
Suite in white comprising large fully tiled double shower cubicle and close coupled WC with concealed cistern. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled walls. Frosted window to front. Downlighters. Tiled flooring. Extractor fan.

First Floor Kitchen/Diner - 23' 9 x 14' 9 (7.24m x 4.5m)
The kitchen is planned with a matching range of wall and base units arranged on two walls. Quartz work surfaces with under surface sink. Inset 'Elica' downdraft induction hob. Two eye-level NEFF 'hide and slide' fan assisted electric ovens. Integrated BOSCH microwave. Integrated NEFF washing machine. BOSCH dishwasher. Radiator. Velux windows to front.

Rear Garden - 75' 6 x 48' 4 (23m x 14.73m)
The rear garden benefits from a south-west aspect, enjoying sunshine throughout most of the day. Mainly laid to lawn with a paved patio and pergola. Side access. Large timber shed.

Enclosed Gated Driveway - 15' 7 x 76' 5 (4.74m x 23.3m)
Opening 26' (8.12 m)

Long Driveway Approach - 133' 11 x 15' 11 (40.83m x 4.85m)
Narrowing to 10' 3 (3.12m)

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 cloakroom and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars.

Windows
The windows 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 E. The amount payable under tax band E for the year 2024/2025 is £2,763.10.

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
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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.
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