The Maltings, Littlebourne, Canterbury, Kent, CT3

For sale by Modern Method of Auction; Starting Bid Price £260,000 plus Reservation Fee.

Offered to the market with no forward chain, this spacious three-bedroom end-of-terrace home presents an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a property they can modernise and make their own. Tucked away in a peaceful cul-de-sac just off Littlebourne's charming High Street, the property enjoys a highly convenient position within easy reach of the village's excellent amenities, including a local shop, primary school, children's play park, public house, and superb transport links to both Canterbury and Sandwich.

The accommodation is generously proportioned throughout and is ideally suited to families, with three genuine double bedrooms and a well-balanced layout. A welcoming porch leads into a spacious entrance hall, setting the tone for the accommodation beyond. The heart of the home is the bright and airy kitchen/dining room, offering plenty of space for family meals and entertaining, while the substantial living room enjoys direct access to the rear garden via French doors, allowing natural light to flood the room. A convenient ground-floor WC completes the downstairs accommodation.

To the first floor, there are three well-proportioned double bedrooms, all benefiting from excellent natural light. The principal bedroom features fitted wardrobes, providing practical storage space, while the family bathroom is fitted with a modern white suite comprising a bath with shower over, wash hand basin, and WC.

Externally, the property enjoys a private and established rear garden, thoughtfully designed to provide a peaceful outdoor retreat. A generous paved patio offers the perfect space for outdoor dining and entertaining, while mature shrubs, climbing plants, and established borders create a secluded and attractive setting. There is also a small lawn area, a useful summerhouse, and side access to the front of the property.

Residents benefit from access to a communal parking area, where parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Having been lovingly maintained over the years, the property now offers scope for cosmetic improvement, providing an exciting opportunity for the next owner to update and personalise the accommodation to their own taste. The property is heated via a warm air heating system.

A fantastic opportunity to acquire a spacious family home in a sought-after village location with no onward chain.

Auctioneer Comments:  
This property is for sale by Modern Method of Auction allowing the buyer and seller to complete within a 56 Day Reservation Period. Interested parties’ personal data will be shared with the Auctioneer (iamsold Ltd). If considering a mortgage, inspect and consider the property carefully with your lender before bidding. A Buyer Information Pack is provided. The buyer will pay £300 inc VAT for this pack which you must view before bidding. The buyer signs a Reservation Agreement and makes payment of a Non-Refundable Reservation Fee of 4.5% of the purchase price inc VAT, subject to a minimum of £7,080 inc VAT. This Fee is paid to reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and is paid in addition to the purchase price. The Fee is considered within calculations for stamp duty. Services may be recommended by the Agent/Auctioneer in which they will receive payment from the service provider if the service is taken. Payment varies but will be no more than £450. These services are optional. 

Material Information

Construction Type/Materials: Brick & Block construction

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Identification Checks
If an offer is accepted on a property marketed by Miles & Barr, all purchasers are required to complete ID verification checks. This is a legal obligation under Anti-Money Laundering Regulations. We use a specialist third-party company to carry out these checks. The fee is £60 (including VAT) per person or £120 (including VAT) if purchasing under a company name, payable once the offer is agreed and before the sales memorandum is issued. Please note that this charge is non-refundable.

Location Summary
The picturesque village of Littlebourne is located 4 miles East of Canterbury and can be accessed from the A257 or via Bekesbourne Lane. Littlebourne has a regular village bus service running from Sandwich to Canterbury, which is the main city in this region. Littlebourne has a village store, public houses and a well regarded primary school. On the outskirts of the village is Howletts Wild animal park. For those in need of retail therapy Canterbury hosts an array of shops, boutiques and restaurants serving dishes from across the globe. For those wishing to commute, the nearest train station's are Bekesbourne (2.1 miles) and Canterbury East (4.6 miles).

Sporting and recreational opportunities nearby include: golf at Scotland Hills, Canterbury, sailing at Whitstable Yacht Club and Herne Bay, county cricket at Canterbury and day trips to France via Eurotunnel, all within easy access. In addition, the recently refurbished Marlowe Theatre, the spectacular Beaney House of Art & Knowledge and the Gulbenkian (theatre, cinema and café bar) at the University of Kent, all provide a wealth of excellent entertainment in Canterbury.

Canterbury has two mainline railway stations, with Canterbury West offering the high speed service to London (St Pancras 56 mins). The property is also within easy access of the A2 dual carriageway, which in turn links to the Channel Port of Dover and Brenley Corner at Faversham, adjoining the M2 / A299 (Thanet Way) linking London and the coastal towns respectively. Ashford International (15.4 miles, London St Pancras 38 mins) which also has services to the continent via Eurostar (Paris 1 hr 52 mins) or via Eurotunnel at Cheriton (19.3 miles, Calais 35 mins).