Western Esplanade, Herne Bay

Heavenly View, Western Esplanade is an outstanding and competitively priced detached three/four bedroom marine residence, ideally positioned on the highly desirable western end of Herne Bay's seafront. Set directly opposite the sea, the property enjoys uninterrupted panoramic views across the coast, offering a truly enviable lifestyle by the water.

From the ground floor front terrace or the first-floor balcony, you can relax and take in the iconic sunsets for which Herne Bay is renowned. To the rear, a beautifully landscaped, south-facing garden provides a sunny and private retreat—ideal for entertaining or peaceful enjoyment.

Lovingly enhanced by the current owners, the property showcases a host of bespoke interior and exterior improvements, combining charm, practicality, and modern design throughout. Its location on the sought-after west side of town, close to Hampton Bay, ensures convenient access to the main seafront, local amenities, and the town centre.

The home benefits from gas central heating, underfloor heating, double glazing, and off-road parking.

A key feature is the recently constructed detached lodge at the rear of the garden. Fully self-contained, it is ideal for holiday lettings or longer-term rentals, and equally suited for use by a family member or as a versatile commercial space.

Internal viewing is strongly recommended to fully appreciate the scale, quality, and lifestyle opportunity this exceptional property offers.

Location:

For those looking to explore beyond the tranquillity of this exceptional seaside residence, the property is well-connected by public transport. Multiple bus routes are accessible within a five-minute walk, with nearby stops at Ridgeway Cliff and Selsea Avenue offering direct services to key areas of Herne Bay, including Beltinge, Broomfield, Herne, and the historic Reculver area. Direct routes are also available to Barton Court Grammar School and Simon Langton Boys' Grammar School in Canterbury.

Herne Bay train station is approximately a 17-minute walk away, providing convenient rail links to London and the Kent coast.

Set just beyond the raised promenade and directly opposite the sea, the property benefits from immediate access to Herne Bay's scenic coastal path. Within a 10-minute walk, residents can enjoy the popular local pub at Hampton (serving food and drinks), as well as traditional seaside amusements, restaurants, and the vibrant attractions of Herne Bay Pier.

Non- Approved Property Details


Raised Front Terrace
The terrace offers direct sea views and provides a comfortable seating area to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

Enclosed Vestibule
This space includes a cupboard housing the consumer unit and features tiled flooring. It leads directly into the entrance hall.

Feature Entrance Hall
Designed with a Victorian-style radiator and ample power points, the entrance hall also incorporates a cupboard under the stairs and a walk-in cloakroom with shelving. A sliding door grants access to the airing cupboard, which contains the boiler, controls for central heating and hot water, a booster tank, and a large hot water tank.

Front Reception Room/Guest Bedroom - 12' 6 x 11' 6 (3.8m x 3.5m)
Brightened by a bay window that frames lovely sea views, this room also benefits from a Victorian-style radiator, power points, and a discreetly placed TV point within a wall cupboard.

Open Plan Lounge/Dining Room - 35' 0 x 11' 4 Max (10.68m x 3.45m)
This spacious living area enjoys views of both the sea and garden, flowing seamlessly into the dining room and kitchen/breakfast area. Two half-moon leaded light windows on the east wall bring in gentle morning light. A recently installed, custom-designed feature fireplace adds character beneath a beamed ceiling, while power points and a TV point offer convenience. Bi-fold double-glazed doors open onto the rear garden, extending the living space outdoors.

Luxury Kitchen and Breakfast Room - 29' 6 x 22' 3 (8.99m x 6.78m)
The open-plan kitchen features an extensive range of fitted base units, worktops, and wall cupboards, centered around a circular breakfast bar with an inset twin bowl sink and telescopic mixer tap. Additional taps provide instant hot and cold water. Equipped with a ceramic hob topped by a designer extractor unit, an integrated electric double oven, and space for a fridge freezer, the kitchen combines style and functionality. A Victorian-style radiator, ample power points, and a TV point enhance the room, which is brightened by a large southern skylight. Double-glazed bi-fold doors open to the gazebo and rear garden.

Laundry Room with Cloakroom
Underfloor heating warms this practical space, which includes matching base units and wall cupboards. A dedicated cupboard houses the tumble dryer and washing machine, with additional power points and a broom cupboard for storage. Doors provide access to the gazebo and a cloakroom fitted with a vanity wash basin, high-level WC, double-glazed window, and underfloor heating.

Landing
The landing offers access to a front balcony with extensive sea and coastal views, alongside a sliding door leading to a luxury shower room.

Luxury Shower/WC - 7' 8 x 4' 4 Max (2.34m x 1.32m)
This room features a large walk-in shower cubicle with a black mixer tap, a vanity washbasin with a designer mixer tap, a heated radiator with towel rail, and a high-level WC cistern.

Bedroom One - 12' 2 x 12' 4 (3.7m x 3.77m)
Located at the front of this property and enjoying extensive sea views, this bedroom also includes power points and a radiator for comfort.

Bedroom Two - 11' 10 x 10' 0 (3.61m x 3.05m)
This bedroom located at the back southerly facing part of the property features a radiator, power points, and a storage cupboard and offers pleasant views of the garden.

Bedroom Three/Master Bedroom with Luxury En-suite - 32' 2 x 11' 11 Max (9.8m x 3.63m)
A spacious, dual-aspect room with French double-glazed doors opening onto the front balcony, providing sweeping sea views. It features a Victorian-style radiator, power points, and a TV point. The adjoining luxury en-suite combines a Victorian-style radiator, slipper bath with mixer taps, shower cubicle, low-level WC, vanity washbasin, and French double-glazed doors that open onto a Juliette balcony overlooking the rear garden.

South Facing Rear Garden
This secluded and landscaped garden faces south, boasting established flower beds, trees, and climbing plants. Brick pathways wind through lawned areas, leading to a large shed, summerhouse, brick patio, and a hose tap with hand basin. With two side entrances and a bike store, the garden also features a partly enclosed pergola with a glass roof, providing comfortable seating for eight — ideal for entertaining.

The Lodge
Positioned at the rear of the main property with seperate accessability, the detached lodge offers a private living space.

Lounge/Kitchen
The lodge’s lounge and kitchen area includes base units and wall cupboards, a Villeroy & Boch sink with telescopic mixer tap, ceramic hob, electric oven, power points, TV point, and underfloor heating for added comfort.

Bedroom - 7' 10 x 10' 5 (2.39m x 3.18m)
This bedroom is equipped with power points and underfloor heating.

Shower Room/WC
The shower room features a shower cubicle, low-level WC suite, vanity washbasin, and underfloor heating.

Note
Please note that the room sizes are measured from the Dining Room extending into the Kitchen and Breakfast Room and are approximate, as the open-plan layout can result in variable dimensions.

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 Entrance Hall and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars.

Windows
The windows are generally of double glazed casement style units with bi-fold double glazed doors leading into the garden and French doors leading out onto the balcany.

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 E. The amount payable under tax band E for the year 2025/2026 is £2,815.08.

Viewing
Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and by appointment only on Sundays.

Agent Notes
Wilbee & Son 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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