Highstead, Canterbury

'The Gables' is an attractive period home which dates to around 1903 and situated within an idyllic semi-rural location, surrounded by picturesque countryside with the most stunning views.
Occupying a generous plot of 1/3 of an acre, the original cottage has been superbly restored and sensitively extended to create a four bedroom home which is situated in the conservation area of Highstead, Chislet.
The generous ground floor flows superbly with two principal reception rooms and a large kitchen/diner which is open plan with the sitting room. The family room leads through to an impressive conservatory with a pleasant outlook of the rear garden, whilst a very handy utility room and downstairs shower room concludes ground floor.
Stairs rise to the first floor which has an exceptionally bright landing area with windows to one end and a skylight to the other. The Master Bedroom is a good size room with east-facing windows, fantastic floor to ceiling fitted wardrobes and large an en-suite shower room. Bedroom Two is a good size double room with west-facing windows and lovely views of the garden and countryside beyond. Bedroom Three is another dual-aspect double room with very pretty views to the front of the house and excellent built-in floor to ceiling wardrobe cupboards. Bedroom Four is a double room and is double aspect to the side and front. The first floor accommodation is completed by the family bathroom with bath, WC and wash basin.
Moving outside, beautiful established gardens encompass the property with various areas to enjoy the sunshine thanks to its southerly aspect. A sweeping gravelled driveway provides extensive off-road parking and leads to a large detached double garage with pitched roof and power.
'The Gables' offers an enviable country lifestyle yet is within just a few minutes drive of a Sainsburys Superstore and the coastal town of Herne Bay just a few minutes thereafter.

Location:
The Gables forms part of Highstead which is situated within the Parish of Chislet, and on the outskirts of sought after villages of Herne and Broomfield. The property is situated within catchment area for Chislet C.O.E Primary School which just 1.5 miles way. Herne C.O.E Junior school is also 2.2 miles away. Beautiful country walks are enjoyed literally on the door step with the benefit of a local orchard proving to be popular. The fast 'up-and-coming' seaside town of Herne Bay is just 3 miles away with its ever-popular seafront, enviable coastal walks and cycle paths. The Cathedral City of Canterbury with its extensive leisure and shopping facilities is just 7 miles away and the trendy harbour town of Whitstable is just 8 miles away. The mainline railway stations offer fast and frequent services to London Victoria (approximately 88mins from Herne Bay) and high speed links from to London St Pancras (approximately 86 mins from Herne Bay). Excellent road links are nearby via the A299 and M2 providing direct routes to London.

Non-Approved Property Details


Entrance Hall
Double glazed composite front entrance door. Radiator. Coved ceiling. Under stairs storage cupboard. Power points. Balustrade staircase leading to first floor.

Sitting Room - 14' 0 x 12' 3 (4.27m x 3.74m)
Feature fireplace housing multi-fuel burning stove. Coved ceiling. Window to front overlooking front garden. Radiator. Power points.

Family Room - 14' 0 x 12' 5 (4.27m x 3.79m)
Coved ceiling. Window to front overlooking front garden. Radiator. Power points.

Conservatory - 12' 1 x 11' 3 (3.69m x 3.43m)
Windows to side and rear overlooking garden grounds. Power points. Radiator. French doors to rear garden. Polished porcelain tiled flooring.

Kitchen/Diner - 21' 0 x 13' 8 (6.41m x 4.17m)
The kitchen is planned with a matching range of wall and base units arranged on three walls. Inset stainless steel 1 1/2 bowl sink unit. Work surfaces. Electric 'Range Master' cooker. Plumbing for dishwasher. Windows to side and rear overlooking garden grounds. Power points. Two radiators. LED downlighters. French doors providing access to side garden.

Utility Room - 7' 9 x 9' 2 (2.37m x 2.8m)
Range of matching wall and base units. Stainless sink unit. Work surfaces. Power points. Radiator. Window to side overlooking garden grounds. Wall mounted oil boiler. LED downlighters. Tiled flooring. Door to rear garden.

Downstairs Shower Room - 9' 2 x 5' 6 (2.8m x 1.68m)
Suite in white comprising fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Tiled walls. Frosted window to side. LED downlighters. Extractor fan. Tiled flooring.

Landing
Window to front. Access to insulated loft. Radiator. Power points. Airing cupboard housing hot water cylinder.

Master Bedroom - 12' 4 x 11' 5 Plus Built In Wardrobes (3.76m x 3.48m)
Window to side overlooking rear garden. Range of wall to wall ceiling height built-in wardrobe cupboards. Radiator. Power points. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite - 9' 7 x 6' 1 (2.93m x 1.86m)
Suite in white comprising separate fully tiled double shower and close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled walls. Window to rear. LED downlighters. Tiled flooring. Extractor fan. Shaver point.

Bedroom Three - 13' 8 x 11' 2 (4.17m x 3.41m)
Window to side overlooking garden grounds and field. Radiator. Power points.

Bedroom Two - 14' 0 x 12' 5 (4.27m x 3.79m)
Windows to front and side overlooking garden grounds and fields. Built-in double wardrobe cupboards. Radiator. Power points.

Bedroom Four - 12' 5 x 8' 7 (3.79m x 2.62m)
Windows to front and side overlooking garden grounds and fields. Radiator. Power points.

Bathroom - 8' 11 x 4' 11 (2.72m x 1.5m)
Suite in white comprising panelled bath with separate shower unit over bath and close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled walls. Frosted window to side. Extractor fan. Shaver point.

Detached Double Garage - 21' 6 x 19' 1 (6.56m x 5.82m)
Detached brick built garage with a pitched roof and storage above. Power points and light. Windows to side.

Summer House - 12' 4 x 9' 0 (3.76m x 2.75m)
Windows to side overlooking the rear garden. Power points.

Total Plot Size
0.3 acres

Main Services
The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, drainage and a telephone line. All services will be subject to the appropriate companies transfer conditions.

Heating
Central heating is provided by an oil fired boiler situated in the kitchen 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 2024/2025 is £3,235.02.

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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