Royal Esplanade, Westbrook, Margate

An architect designed home positioned enviably overlooking St. Mildreds Bay with the most amazing sea views and sunsets enjoyed.
This substantial home covers an impressive 2755 sq ft (256 sq m) and boasts a self contained annexe which has proved to be a lucrative holiday let.
The property has some unique architectural features and the generous expanse of glazing takes full advantage of the coastal vistas. Whatever the weather, the view each day from this property is as captivating as the last. Unrivalled sunsets, dramatic storms - you will see it all from here.
As soon as you step inside, the quality of what lies beyond immediately becomes apparent. The staircase with with its triple height aspect and glass roof is a real stunning feature of the home. A large kitchen/breakfast room provides plenty of room for the family to gather and opens out onto the garden whilst a very handy utility room is adjacent. A second sitting room may also serve as a formal dining room and a conservatory, study and cloakroom concludes the vast ground floor. Heading upstairs, a spectacular living room is found on its own split level with large picture windows looking over the bay. A contemporary log burner adds a sense of cosiness to this impressive sized room. It must also be noted that planning permission has recently been granted to create a full width balcony off the living room.
Four superb double bedrooms (Master En-Suite) are found off the spacious main landing with a modern family bathroom.
The annexe occupies its own lower level and can be accessed independently. The bright and airy open plan lounge/kitchen and sleeping accommodation boasts views of the sea and is perfect for a dependant family member or those with older children seeking independence. Its enviable position has provided an income as a holiday let.
Externally, the property enjoys a a secluded rear garden whilst ample off-road parking is provided at the front via the block paved driveway.
This individual home is simply incredible, but still provides an amazing blank canvas to create something even more spectacular.

Location:
Westbrook is ideally situated between the à la mode town of Margate and the quaint Victorian town of Westgate-on-Sea.
This particular property is on the border of Westgate-on-Sea, once coined as 'Mayfair by the sea' when aristocratic Londoners visited during summer. Westgate is a highly regarded coastal town, predominately of period architecture with its Victorian canopied shops offering a range of independent boutiques, mainstream supermarket cafe's, restaurants and bars. Westgate is also home to a magnificent 18-hole golf club, the grade II listed Carlton Cinema and a selection of both primary and secondary schools.
Westgate train station is close by and provides a frequent service for commuters straight through to London Victoria. Margate mainline station is 1.5 miles distant and provides direct links to London Victoria as well as the high speed Javelin service to London St. Pancras.
Westbrook is popular with commuters, families wanting to be in the catchment area for the well regarded local schools and couples looking to retire by the sea.
The promenade along Westbrook Bay provides a stunning walk into Margate and its vibrant 'Old Town' in one direction and Westgate-on-Sea with the stunning beaches of St. Mildreds and West Bay.

Non Approved Property Details


Enclosed Porch
Stained wood front entrance door to enclosed porch.

Entrance Hall
Partially glazed stained wood front entrance door. Radiator. Cloaks cupboard.

Cloakroom - 9' 4 x 3' 11 (2.85m x 1.2m)
Partially glazed stained wood front entrance door. Radiator. Cloaks cupboard.

Study - 12' 3 x 11' 4 (3.74m x 3.46m)
Window to front overlooking sea views. Radiator. Power points. Built-in cupboard.

Dining Room/Living Room - 15' 8 x 11' 1 (4.78m x 3.38m)
Log burning stove. Radiator. Power points. TV point. Phone point. Patio doors to conservatory.

Conservatory - 20' 6 x 9' 2 (6.25m x 2.8m)
Windows to side and rear overlooking rear garden. French doors to rear garden. Tiled flooring.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 21' 10 x 17' 0 (6.66m x 5.19m)
The kitchen is planned with a matching range of wall and base units arranged on three walls. Inset 1 1/2 bowl sink unit. Solid wood work surfaces. Gas hob with built-in fan assisted electric oven below. Plumbing for dishwasher. Window to side and rear overlooking rear garden. Power points. Tiled flooring. Door providing access to conservatory.

Utility Room - 9' 4 x 6' 9 (2.85m x 2.06m)
Range of matching wall and base units. Plumbing for washing machine. Tiled flooring. Door to rear garden.

Half Landing


Sitting Room - 21' 3 x 18' 0 Widening to 24' (6.48m x 5.49m)
Large box bay window to front with floor to ceiling glass providing incredible sea views. Contemporary log burner. Two radiators. TV point. Phone point. Power points.

Main Landing
Double height windows to side with sea views. Radiator. Power points.

Master Bedroom - 14' 9 x 12' 11 (4.5m x 3.94m)
Velux windows to rear. Built-in double wardrobe cupboards. Radiator. Power points. TV point. Phone point. Door to en-suite. Eaves storage cupboard.

En Suite - 9' 4 x 5' 1 (2.85m x 1.55m)
Suite in white comprising large double fully tiled shower cubicle. Pedestal wash hand basin. Close coupled W.C. Chrome heated towel rail. Frosted window to side.

Bedroom Two - 16' 1 x 11' 2 at maximum points (4.91m x 3.41m)
Box bay window to front overlooking sea views. Built-in double wardrobe cupboards. Radiator. Power points. Phone point.

Bedroom Three - 15' 0 x 10' 1 (4.58m x 3.08m)
Windows to front and rear overlooking rear garden. Radiator. Power points.

Bedroom Four - 11' 9 x 7' 7 (3.59m x 2.32m)
Window to rear overlooking rear garden. Built-in wardrobe cupboards. Power points.

Family Bathroom
Suite comprising freestanding roll top bath with mixer tap. Shower unit over bath with screen to side. Three pedestal wash hand basins. Close coupled W.C. Designer radiator. Frosted window to side. Tiled flooring. Extractor fan.

Annexe


Open Plan Lounge/Kitchen & Sleeping Accommodation - 17' 5 x 16' 11 (5.31m x 5.16m)
Windows to front and side with sea views and two sets of French doors opening to the front garden. Two electric radiators. The kitchen is planned with a matching range of wall and base units arranged on one wall. Inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit. Solid wood work surfaces. Electric hob. Power points. LED downlighters.

Bathroom - 6' 7 x 4' 5 (2.01m x 1.35m)
Suite in white comprising. Large double shower cubicle with electric shower unit. Wall hung wash hand basin. Close coupled W.C. Frosted window to side. LED downlighters. Extractor fan.

Rear Garden - 41' 0 x 48' 11 (12.5m x 14.91m)
The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with flower beds, bushes and shrubs. Side pedestrian access with space for sheds. Outside tap.

Front Garden & Driveway - 57' 10 x 58' 5 (17.63m x 17.81m)
Border wall to front with raised lawn and block paved seating areas. Flower beds, bushes and shrubs. Block paved driveway providing ample off road parking.

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 utility room 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 G. The amount payable under tax band G for the year 2024/2025 is £ 3,718.85.

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.
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