Strand Street, Sandwich, Kent

Gazen House is a superb Grade II listed, attached house dating from the mid-19th century, having handsome brick elevations and sash windows. The house imbues a wonderful sense of style, showcasing and enhancing the elegant period features and architecture.

Set within reach of the heart of Sandwich, the property offers a sought-after combination of flexible accommodation, generous garden and parking for two cars.

The front door open to an entrance hall leading each way to the flexible reception space offering a balance of the more formal, with the sitting room which runs the depth of the house and is arranged around a fireplace with French doors opening to the garden, and cosier rooms to the front providing a charming snug and a panelled study.

To the rear of the property, the traditionally styled kitchen is loosely open plan to the dining room which is flooded with light having a triple aspect. These spaces sit at the heart of the home and enjoy a wood-burning stove and an Aga. Double doors open in turn to the sitting room, creating an excellent flow whilst still allowing separate spaces as desired.

Two staircases lead to the first floor, where there are four well-appointed double bedrooms. These include the sumptuous principal bedroom with built-in wardrobes, a roll-top bathtub and an en suite shower room with twin washbasins. Each of the other bedrooms has fitted storage, while the family bathroom has a free-standing bath and a separate shower.

Gazen House is set back behind wrought-iron railings and a front garden with box hedging. Gates open to a path leading to the front door and onto a paved driveway in front of the garage, which is currently used as a home gym and office/study.

At the back of the house is a large, sheltered terrace, which is accessed from the kitchen, dining and sitting rooms, extending the entertaining space and connecting the house to the garden.

Established beds are planted with standard bays, clipped box, hydrangeas, underplanted with classic perennials such as euphorbia and hellebores, giving structure and interest throughout the seasons. Yew and laurel hedges mark the rear boundaries either side of a group of silver birch. To one corner is a further terrace, shaded by a timber-framed pergola, and to the other a shed for garden storage.

The property backs on to the open green spaces of the Gazen Salts Nature Reserve and playing fields.

Gazen House sits in the Conservation Area at the heart of the ancient Cinque Port town of Sandwich, close to the River Stour and Gazen Salts Nature Reserve. One of the finest medieval towns in England, Sandwich provides independent and high street shopping, pubs, restaurants, cafés and cultural attractions, together with a good range of primary and secondary schooling in both state and private sectors.

Nearby Deal and the shopping centre and cinema at Westwood Cross offer further amenities, while Dover and Canterbury both offer extensive facilities. The area has three championship golf courses including 'The Open' course at Royal St George’s. There is wonderful walking in all directions from the town, and lovely sandy beaches within easy reach.

Transport links are excellent. Sandwich station offers regular services to London, and the A256 dual carriageway links to the A2/M2 and M20/A20 and the Channel Ports.