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Blackfriars Street, Canterbury

PROPERTY TYPE

House

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Grade II Listed Georgian House
  • 3 Reception Rooms
  • Kitchen/breakfast room
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Two Bath/Shower Rooms
  • Idyllic views over the river Stour

Description

A much improved and updated Grade II listed double fronted Georgian family house set on the banks of the meandering River Stour within a quiet pedestrianised street only a short distance from Canterbury West station and the wide and varied amenities the Canterbury city has to offer.


Situation
The property is situated in a highly desirable central location, just off the historic area known as "The King's Mile" with independent shops, boutiques, cafes and restaurants. It is within walking distance of the High Street and has an interesting mix of cultural, shopping and recreational facilities on the doorstep. Not only is Canterbury famous for its Cathedral and historic streets, it is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. There is a wide selection of educational facilities including two Universities, college facilities and a large choice of independent, grammar and secondary schools. East and West mainline stations are within walking distance with the high-speed rail link to St Pancras. There is easy access of the A2/M2 with excellent road networks linking to both the capital and the many villages and coastal towns of Kent including the port of Dover and Folkestone Euro Tunnel terminal. The City is positioned in the heart of Kent with its glorious countryside, there is a wealth of rural pursuits, Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the Heritage coastline all within easy access.


The Property
This delightful property has many original features and offers spacious, light and airy accommodation while enjoying lovely views across the picturesque River Stour.

The entrance hall leads into an elegant drawing room with traditional style fitted cupboards plus a feature fireplace. A separate sitting room is found to the opposite side of the hall, also with a feature fireplace. Large ornate timber doors open to a dining room where a multi-fuel wood burning stove has been installed and French doors open to the gardens and views at the rear.
Upstairs the master bedroom has an ensuite bathroom while the further two double bedrooms have use of a newly installed modern shower room.

This is a property that must be viewed internally to be fully appreciated.

Drawing Room

11' 8'' x 11' 3'' (3.55m x 3.42m)

Sitting Room

11' 5'' x 11' 1'' (3.49m x 3.39m)

Kitchen / Breakfast Room

14' 0'' x 8' 7'' (4.27m x 2.62m)

Dining Room

13' 6'' x 9' 0'' (4.12m x 2.75m)

Master Bedroom

11' 11'' x 11' 8'' (3.63m x 3.55m)

Ensuite

8' 6'' x 7' 5'' (2.59m x 2.25m)

Shower Room

8' 6'' x 6' 9'' (2.60m x 2.07m)

Bedroom Two

12' 0'' x 11' 5'' (3.65m x 3.49m)

Bedroom Three

13' 6'' x 9' 0'' (4.12m x 2.74m)

Outside

The walled rear garden is laid to lawn, fully enclosed, apart from a wrought iron gate that allows access to the river. An area of hard standing allows space and convenience for a shed or outside outbuilding, or simply a further space in which to enjoy alfresco dining.

Services

All mains services are understood to be connected.

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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Blackfriars Street, Canterbury

NEAREST STATIONS

Distances are straight line measurements from the centre of the postcode
  • Canterbury West Station0.3 miles
  • Canterbury East Station0.5 miles
  • Sturry Station2.3 miles
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About the agent

Colebrook Sturrock, Hawkinge

135 Canterbury Road, Hawkinge, CT18 7BS

Colebrook Sturrock, Hawkinge

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