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5 bedroom detached house for sale

Grand Drive, Herne Bay

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

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TENURE
Describes 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

  • Opulent Detached Edwardian Residence
  • Five Double Bedrooms & Three Reception Rooms
  • Spectacular Contemporary Side Extension
  • Sympathetically Modernised Throughout
  • A Large & Fully Enclosed Corner Plot With Driveway
  • Highly Desirable Location Just Off The Seafront
  • Stunning Kitchen/Breakfast Room With Pantry
  • West Facing Balcony
  • Downstairs Shower & Utility Room
  • 2625 Sq Ft (243 Sq M) - No Forward Chain

Description

NO CHAIN - Situated within an enviable location just off the seafront at Hampton Bay lies this opulent double fronted Edwardian residence, occupying a sumptuous and completely enclosed corner plot.
The property is thought to have been built in 1904 for the brewery 'Shepherd Neame' and used as a holiday home, who no doubt fell for its unrivalled position with partial sea views and stunning sunsets.

Accommodation is arranged over three floors covering 2625 sq ft (243 sq m) with rooms of elegant proportion and a plethora of period features that include beautiful tiled fireplaces, cornices and picture rails.
There are three reception rooms; one each side of the central entrance hall and the other within the spectacular contemporary side extension. This impressive space has extensive glazing with sky light windows, double height windows and bi-folding doors, allowing natural light to flood in abundance. A log burner provides a lovely sense of warmth and cosiness to this vast space and features an original fireplace in the dining area.
The stunning kitchen/breakfast room has been tastefully updated with classic shaker style cabinetry and designer appliances. A very handy downstairs shower/utility room with WC concludes the vast ground floor.
Moving upstairs and the spacious first floor presents three double bedrooms (master en-suite) and a modern family bathroom with a rolltop bath and double shower cubicle. A west facing balcony is accessed from the landing; the perfect vantage point to watch the sun go down.
The second floor has two double bedrooms, one featuring a shower, WC and wash hand basin. This entire floor may prove ideal for guest accommodation or a great getaway for teenagers or older children.

Externally, the property boasts a large garden with a westerly aspect, enjoying sunshine throughout the afternoon and offering plenty of room for the children to run around with more than enough for the adults to entertain from.
In addition, there a 14 photovoltaic solar panels on the rear of the roof and a state of the art pressurised water tank called by 'Coffin' which provides exceptional hot water pressure throughout the property.
Take advantage of this truly 'one off' opportunity and call the exclusive sole agents, Kent Estate Agencies to arrange you viewing appointment.

Location:
The property is situated just off the Western Esplanade, a premier location in Herne Bay which is a popular coastal town benefitting from a range of local amenities including retail outlets and educational facilities. There are also a good range of leisure amenities including rowing, sailing and yacht clubs along with a swimming pool and cinema. The mainline railway station (approximately 1 mile distant) offers fast and frequent links to London (Victoria approximately 85mins) as well as the high speed Javelin service to London (St Pancras approximately 87mins). The property also offers excellent access to the A299 which gives access to the A2/ M2 motorway network. The picturesque town of Whitstable is only 5 miles distant which enjoys a variety of shopping, educational and leisure amenities including sailing, water sports and bird watching, as well as the seafood restaurants for which it has become renowned. The City of Canterbury is approximately eight miles distant with its Cathedral, theatre and cultural amenities, as well as benefiting from excellent public and state schools. The City also boasts the facilities of a major shopping centre enjoying a range of mainstream retail outlets as well as many individual shops.

Enclosed Porch - 7' 2 x 12' 2 (At maximum points) (2.19m x 3.71m)
Partially glazed painted wood double front entrance doors to enclosed porch. Power points. Tiled flooring.

Entrance Hall - 19' 2 x 5' 8 (5.85m x 1.73m)
Partially glazed painted wood front entrance door. Radiator. Under stairs storage cupboards. Power points. Balustrade staircase leading to first floor.

Sitting Room - 16' 0 x 10' 10 (4.88m x 3.31m)
Feature period fireplace. Cornice ceiling. Bay window to front overlooking the garden with additional window to side. Radiator. Engineered oak flooring.

Reception Room - 16' 1 x 10' 11 (4.91m x 3.33m)
Feature period fireplace. Cornice ceiling. Bay window to front overlooking the garden. Radiator.

Open Plan Lounge & Dining Room - 27' 2 x 23' 9 (8.29m x 7.24m)
Windows to front, side & rear overlooking the garden. Three Velux windows. Log burning stove. Two radiators. Engineered oak flooring. TV point & power points. LED downlighters. Feature period fireplace. Bi-folding doors to garden. Additional external door to rear.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 20' 10 x 12' 5 (6.35m x 3.79m)
The kitchen is planned with a matching range of wall and base units arranged on three walls with breakfast bar. Work surfaces with inset six ring gas hob with extractor hood above and built-in eye-level NEFF fan assisted electric ovens. Space for American style fridge/freezer. Large pantry cupboard. Windows to side & rear and additional Velux window. Power points. Radiator. LED downlighters. Door providing access to rear.

Utility & Shower Room - 8' 1 x 8' 0 (2.47m x 2.44m)
Range of matching wall and base units. Ceramic sink unit. Work surfaces. Power points. Window to rear. Plumbing for washing machine & space for tumble dryer. Corner shower cubicle & close coupled WC. Door to:

Store Room - 8' 5 x 7' 3 (2.57m x 2.21m)
Remote electrically operated roller door. Power points and light.

Landing - 21' 4 x 5' 8 (6.51m x 1.73m)
Windows to front & rear. Radiator. Power points. Doors opening to balcony.

Bedroom One - 16' 0 x 10' 11 (4.88m x 3.33m)
Bay window to front & window to side. Built-in wardrobe cupboards. Feature period fireplace. Radiator. Power points. Door to en-suite.

En-suite To Bedroom One - 10' 3 x 3' 7 (3.13m x 1.1m)
Suite in white comprising double fully tiled shower cubicle. Pedestal wash hand basin with low level WC. Radiator.

Bedroom Two - 16' 0 x 10' 11 (At maximum points) (4.88m x 3.33m)
Bay window to front & window to side. Built-in wardrobe. Radiator. Power points.

Bedroom Three - 12' 0 x 10' 10 (3.66m x 3.31m)
Windows to side & rear. Radiator. Power points.

Bathroom - 10' 9 x 8' 4 (3.28m x 2.44m)
Suite in white comprising freestanding bath with mixer tap and hand held shower attachment. Large double separate fully tiled shower cubicle with close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Frosted windows to side. Tiled flooring. Extractor fan.

Second Floor


Bedroom Four - 14' 9 x 13' 9 (Plus alcoves) (4.5m x 4.2m)
Windows to side. Eaves storage cupboard. Radiator. Power points.

Bedroom Five/Dressing Room - 13' 10 x 11' 0 (4.22m x 3.36m)
Windows to side overlooking sea views. Built-in wardrobe cupboards and eaves storage. Radiator. Power points. Shower cubicle with electric shower. Close coupled WC with wash hand basin.

Enclosed Garden - 48' 0 x 60' 0 (14.64m x 18.29m)
The garden is fully enclosed and has a westerly aspect, enjoying sunshine throughout most of the day. It is mainly laid to lawn with a large paved patio and established flower bed borders. Side access. External power points.

Gated Paved Driveway - 21' 11 x 14' 6 (6.69m x 4.41m)
Gated paved driveway for one car.

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 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 F. The amount payable under tax band F for the year 2025/2026 is £3,326.92

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.
We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Prospective purchasers or lessees should seek their own professional advice. Kent Estate Agencies retain the copyright in all advertising material used to market this property.
No person in the employment of Kent Estate Agencies has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Purchase prices, rents or other prices quoted are correct at the date of publication and, unless otherwise stated, exclusive of VAT.
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