Norman Road, Canterbury

A handsome four-storey semi-detached Victorian residence dating back to the early 1900s, flourishing in period charm and thoughtfully paired with modern enhancements. Offering over 1,500 sq. ft. of beautifully presented accommodation, the home is complemented by a generous rear garden featuring a fully insulated studio.

Situated on the sought-after Norman Road in Canterbury, moments from the train station and a short stroll to the cathedral city centre, the property showcases an abundance of character, including cast-iron fireplaces, high ceilings, original cornicing, picture rails and stripped wooden floors. The current owners have renovated the house to an exceptional standard, introducing a quartz-topped, fully integrated kitchen, elegant bathrooms, bespoke craftsmanship and refined décor throughout.

The exposed brick façade is enhanced by UPVC sash windows to the upper floors and a double glazed square bay to the front. The entrance door sits beneath a charming canopy supported by curved wooden brackets, adding to the homes period appeal.

The entrance hall opens into two elegant reception rooms, naturally divided by an archway. The sitting room features intricate cornicing, picture rails and bespoke cabinetry, while the adjoining music room enjoys views across the garden via a Juliet balcony.

On the lower ground floor ther is a spacious kitchendining room, with underfloor heating, it has been recently upgraded with a stylish kitchen featuring quartz worktops that extend into a breakfast-bar peninsula. Integrated appliances include a double oven, microwave and dishwasher. The design is elevated further by brushed brass cup handles and an antique brass mixer tap. A separate utility room provides ample space for laundry appliances, and French doors open directly onto the garden.

The first floor offers two double bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom, while the second floor hosts the principal bedroom with fitted storage and an en-suite shower room.

OUTSIDE:

The garden has been beautifully landscaped, with curved steps leading to a sandstone pathway that opens into a patio seating area and an insulated studio, ideal as a home office, gym or creative workspace. The garden is mainly laid to lawn, bordered by colourful planting, established shrubs and young trees.

Private, versatile and thoughtfully designed, the outdoor space perfectly complements this exceptional Victorian home.

SITUATION:

Norman Road is located just outside the historic walls of the vibrant cathedral city of Canterbury, which offers an extensive range of amenities including both High Street and independent retailers, an excellent choice of restaurants, pubs and cafés, leisure facilities, and the recently refurbished and much-loved Marlowe Theatre. The city also provides outstanding educational options, with highly regarded state and independent schools, three universities, two mainline railway stations, two hospitals, and a comprehensive local bus network.

Canterbury enjoys excellent transport links. Regular rail services run to London Victoria, Charing Cross and Cannon Street, while the high-speed service from Canterbury West connects to London St Pancras in just under an hour. Ashford International and the Channel Tunnel terminal at Folkestoneboth approximately 14 miles awayoffer Eurostar and shuttle services to the continent, and the nearby A2/M2 provides convenient road access to London and the Channel port of Dover.

The coastal town of Whitstable, renowned for its beaches, seafood and lively independent shopping scene, lies less than seven miles away and offers a variety of restaurants, bars, cafés and excellent leisure facilities.

The surrounding countryside is predominantly farmland, perfect for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits such as walking, cycling and horse riding. The nearby Stodmarsh Nature Reserve offers exceptional bird-watching opportunities.

There are also numerous picturesque villages within easy reach, including Wingham, Littlebourne, Ickham and Wickhambreaux, each home to charming traditional pubsoffering the ideal blend of city convenience and rural tranquillity.




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