Ross Gardens, Rough Common
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Added on 20/04/2025
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
6
- BATHROOMS
3
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- First time ever to the market - a fantastic, spacious property in excess of 3000sq ft (including garages) with just under an acre of land which is part garden & part private woodland
- Set behind a gated entrance, located in a private, secluded setting at the end of a no through road, yet still close to the city, schools, university & amenities
- Wonderful potential to convert the triple garages (subject to the usual consents) into an annexe or possibly build further in the grounds
- Great opportunity for modernisation for those seeking to put their mark on a property
- Spacious entrance hall & 5 reception rooms
- Ground floor bathroom plus upstairs bathroom & separate shower room
- 6 bedrooms, 5 with storage plus additional storage on the landing
- Just under 1 mile to Canterbury West train station with connection to High Speed services to London St Pancras International
- Just 0.7 miles to the Ofsted rated Outstanding Blean Primary School, plus an array of nearby state, public & private schools
- Just under a mile to the University of Kent & nearby Canterbury college
Description
Property Description: Guide Price £1,000,000 - £1,200,000. Situated behind a gated entrance is this exceptional property. This home has an abundance of potential within an unrivalled setting with six bedrooms and three bathrooms. With over 3000 square feet of living space, including the garages, and just under an acre of land, this property is truly a gem.
With its secluded location at the end of a no-through road, this property is the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. While enjoying the peace and tranquillity, you are still just a short distance from the city centre, schools, university, and various amenities that Canterbury has to offer. This unique combination makes it a highly sought-after location.
If you are a buyer with an eye for modernisation and a desire to leave your mark on a property, this house is a dream come true. The spacious entrance hall is a great area to greet guests with plenty of room for seating. The large window overlooks the garden and allows plenty of light into this area - a great place to sit and read taking in the views. Four of the five reception rooms can be accessed via the entrance hall plus the kitchen/breakfast room. The living room is a generous 16'11 x 14'11 with a built in fireplace - perfect for those cosy, chillier days and nights. The double aspect windows really help bring the outside in, with plenty of natural light and again, taking in your surrounding views.
The modern kitchen/breakfast room has plenty of worktop and cupboard space for a busy home. There is a five burner hob, two ovens - one gas with electric grill and the other oven is electric - and then there are spaces for a dishwasher and fridge/freezer. There is space for a small breakfast table and a walk in pantry. The utility room has spaces for a washing machine and an additional fridge/freezer.
Off the useful utility area is a further spacious reception room which has French doors to the garden, a rear door to the front of the garages and a personal door to inside the garages. The ground floor also consists of a dining room, study, ground floor bathroom and double aspect sitting room which has a door to the garden. The versatility that the ground floor has could be really useful for those with extended families looking for ground floor living and sleeping arrangements.
In addition to the ground floor bathroom, there is an additional upstairs bathroom and separate shower room that provide convenience and practicality for a growing family.
Of the six bedrooms, five have bult in storage space, plus there is additional storage available on the landing. Each room is designed with comfort and functionality in mind, ensuring everyone has a space to call their own. An additional staircase has been put in, ready for a loft conversion (subject to the usual consents).
Outside: One of the property's key features is its breathtaking landscape. The expansive grounds consist of a mixture of garden and private woodland, creating a tranquil oasis in the heart of Canterbury. Imagine having your own personal sanctuary, where you can relax and unwind amidst the beauty of nature.
The triple garages present an exciting opportunity for further development. Subject to the usual consents, you could convert the garages into an annexe or explore the possibility of expanding the property onto the grounds. The potential is limitless, giving you the chance to customise and create your dream home. The garages currently have power, lighting and storage in the rafters.
The property is approached via a private driveway with plenty of parking for several vehicles.
Location is key, and this property is perfectly situated. Just under 1 mile away from Canterbury West train station, you have direct access to High-Speed services to London St Pancras International. For families with young children, Blean Primary School, rated Outstanding by Ofsted, is a short 0.7-mile distance away. In addition, the University of Kent can be reached in under a mile, and nearby is Kent College and St Edmund's School making it an ideal location for students or academics.
Location: This property is located at the end of a no through road on Ross Gardens in the popular village of Rough Common, with easy access to Whitstable and the A2/M2. Nearby is a convenience store, a short walk from the property, and several primary and secondary schools are also nearby. Blean Nature Reserve is also very close to the property with plenty of dog walks and nature paths for family days out. Canterbury city centre is just 2 miles away and has a wealth of cultural and leisure amenities, excellent schools, a wide range of shops, bars and restaurants and good road and rail links. These include The King's Mile, UNESCO site Canterbury Cathedral, Whitefriars Shopping Centre, University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and The Marlowe Theatre. There are good road links with the A2 providing access to the channel port of Dover, Canterbury and the M2. The two mainline railway stations offer fast and frequent services with the high speed link from Canterbury West to London St Pancras (approximately 56 mins). 'The Riverside' which is situated on the other side of the Great Stour River boasts Curzon's 5 screen cinema as well as restaurants and bars that wrap around the new public square that overlook the river. The Spitfire Ground is home to Kent County Cricket in the South Canterbury area (just over 2 miles away) with regular cricket games. Summer concerts are hosted here with big names which have included Sir Elton John and Michael Bublé. Canterbury is also the home to Kent & Canterbury Hospital and The BMI Chaucer Hospital.
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Council Tax: Band G (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.
Local Authority: Canterbury City Council . Kent County Council
Services: Gas central heating, mains water, drainage and electricity. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to an online checker.
Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.
Disclaimer: Please note the image with the boundary line is for indicative purposes only and will be need to be confirmed via Land Registry during the conveyancing process.
Additional Property Notes: This property is traditional construction and has had no adaptions for accessibility. There is private parking for several vehicles behind a gated entrance.
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Disclaimer: Sandersons and their clients state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not form any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate, and floor plans are for general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with any mentioned planning permission or fitness for purpose. No appliances, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested by us and items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or through the conveyancing process.
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- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: G
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Garage
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Enclosed garden
- 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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