Martello House, Encombe, Sandgate, Kent

This three-bedroom garden apartment is situated on the ground floor of Martello House. Constructed in 2020, the building is within Sandgate Pavilions, a WhatHouse? gold award-winning luxury development. The property is set high on the hillside above Sandgate in a spectacular location, with Encombe Woods behind and breath-taking sea views to the front.

The apartment itself offers beautifully appointed accommodation with plenty of natural light and high-quality, contemporary fittings throughout.

The main living and entertaining area is the open-plan 30ft sitting/dining room and kitchen. This dual aspect space has tiled flooring, full-height windows and sliding glass doors opening to a sea view terrace, the perfect spot to unwind, soak up the sun and enjoy the views.

The kitchen offers plenty of fitted storage and integrated appliances, including an oven and microwave and an induction hob with a built-in extractor.

The principal bedroom benefits from built-in wardrobes and a generous en suite bathroom. Two further bedrooms are both well-proportioned. The second bedroom has built-in storage and a sliding glass door opening onto terracing, whilst the third bedroom is currently arranged as a study, providing a useful home working space. Additionally, there is a family shower room.

A store cupboard is located adjacent to the entrance door; there is a further cupboard in the reception hall.

The property has the benefit of seven years remaining on the building warranty.

The building is set on a private drive behind automatic security gates and is surrounded by well-maintained communal grounds with magnificent views out to sea. Gardens wrap around the property, which has its own terraced areas.

The apartment has two allocated parking spaces.

Sandgate has a variety of useful amenities for day-to-day needs, as well as several antique and gift shops along with local pubs and several restaurants. Folkestone, with its burgeoning Arts scene, and Hythe provide more comprehensive facilities and services, including excellent schooling. There are several stunning beaches nearby.

The property is well placed for access to the M20. Excellent commuter train services are available from Ashford International and Folkestone West via the HS1, with journey times to London St Pancras from 36 minutes and 53 minutes respectively. The area has good access to the Continent via the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel.