6 bed detached house for sale

Marine Parade, Tankerton, Whitstable CT5

Set in an enviable seafront position, this striking contemporary residence boasts a sleek exterior with crisp white walls and expansive windows framed in dark grey UPVC, offering a stylish and modern finish. Cleverly designed by the current owners, the property is perfectly suited to the demands of modern day living providing substantial and versatile accommodation arranged over three floors. From the moment you step inside you are welcomed by a spacious entrance hall which provides access to all principal rooms. The heart of the home is the spectacular open plan kitchen/breakfast/family room which enjoys direct access to the south facing rear garden – an ideal space for both family life and entertaining. Additional ground floor accommodation includes a generous 22ft lounge and a large formal dining room, both of which enjoy delightful sea views. There is also a study, utility room and a cloakroom. The first floor offers four double bedrooms, two of which benefit from en-suite facilities. The principal bedroom features a private balcony with uninterrupted sea views – a perfect spot to unwind. The second floor comprises a further sitting room with a kitchenette and a large balcony offering breathtaking panoramic views of the coastline. A family bathroom also serves this level. To the rear of the property a substantial detached building includes a double garage and a self-contained annexe featuring open plan kitchen/living room, two double bedrooms, a shower room and a parking space – ideal for guests or extended family. This desirable coastal lifestyle location is just 700 yards from Tankerton's charming parade of shops, cafés and restaurants. The vibrant harbour town of Whitstable – renowned across Kent and the UK for its oysters and exceptional dining – lies just 1½ miles away, while the historic Cathedral City of Canterbury is approximately 7.1 miles. Convenient public transport links to Canterbury and surrounding towns can be found on Tankerton Road just 100 yards away along with local favourites such as JoJo's Restaurant and the Sea View Café. Whitstable mainline railway station is approximately 1.2 miles providing direct services to London and beyond.

Open Porch

Entrance Vestibule

Double glazed entrance door with double glazed side panels.

Entrance Hall

Half glazed double doors to hall. Engineered wood floor. Balustrade staircase to first floor.

Cloakroom

Suite in white comprising wash hand basin set into vanity unit with cupboard below and close coupled WC. Local splash back tiling. Heated towel rail. Frosted window to side. Extractor fan.

Lounge - 31' 2 Into Bay x 11' 9 Narrowing To 10'8 (9.5m x 3.59m)

Bay window to front with sea views. Two vertical radiators. Double glazed door to rear garden. Engineered wood floor.

Dining Room - 16' 6 Into Bay x 11' 9 (5.03m x 3.59m)

Bay window to front with sea views. Engineered oak floor. Vertical radiator.

Study - 11' 9 x 6' 11 (3.59m x 2.11m)

Window to side. Radiator. Engineered oak floor.

Open Plan Kitchen/Family/Dining Room - 25' 0 x 22' 4 (7.62m x 6.81m)

Matching range of wall and base units. Work surfaces. Inset gas five ring hob with extractor cooker hood above. Two built-in fan assisted double ovens. Large island unit with butcher block worktop, breakfast bar area, inset 1½ bowl sink unit, integrated Fisher & Paykel dishwasher with cupboards and drawers below. Partially tiled walls. Wall mounted Ideal gas boiler supplying hot water and central heating. Lantern roof window. Underfloor heating. Downlighters. Tiled floor. Triple patio doors to rear garden.

Utility Room - 8' 0 x 4' 10 (2.44m x 1.48m)

Range of matching wall and base units. Inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit. Partially tiled walls. Work surfaces. Underfloor heating. Plumbing for washing machine. Space for tumble dryer.

1st Floor Landing

Stairs to second floor landing.

Bedroom 1 - 23' 3 x 15' 1 Into Bay (7.09m x 4.6m)

Large bay window to front with panoramic sea views. Full height glazing with central door to balcony. Radiator. Door to en-suite.

Balcony

Glass balustrade. Sea views.

En-Suite To Bedroom 1 - 8' 11 x 7' 9 (2.72m x 2.37m)

Suite in white comprising large fully tiled shower cubicle with rainfall shower head and additional shower head, twin wash hand basins set into vanity unit with drawers below and close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Frosted window to side. Extractor fan. Shaver point.

Bedroom 2 - 22' 8 Into Bay x 11' 9 (6.91m x 3.59m)

Bay window to front with panoramic sea views. Radiator. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite To Bedroom 2 - 8' 0 x 6' 4 (2.44m x 1.94m)

Suite in white comprising fully tiled shower cubicle, wash hand basin set into vanity unit with cupboard below and close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Frosted window to rear. Extractor fan.

Bedroom 3 - 15' 6 x 9' 8 (4.73m x 2.95m)

Window to rear overlooking garden. Radiator.

Bedroom 4 - 15' 7 Max x 12' 1 Max (4.75m x 3.69m)

Window to rear overlooking garden. Radiator. Built-in cupboard.

Shower Room - 7' 8 x 6' 2 (2.34m x 1.88m)

Suite in white comprising large fully tiled shower cubicle, wash hand basin set into vanity unit with drawers below and close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Frosted window to side. Extractor fan. Shaver point.

Second Floor Landing

Skylight window.

Sitting Room/Kitchenette - 20' 1 x 9' 8 (6.13m x 2.95m)

Wall and base units. Plumbing for dishwasher. Partly tiled walls. Work surface. Inset sink unit. Space for fridge. Door to large eaves storage space with light. Velux window. Large triple glazed patio door to balcony. Panoramic sea view.

Balcony To Second Floor - 15' 3 x 7' 6 (4.65m x 2.29m)

Glass balustrade. Inset lighting. Stunning sea views.

Bathroom - 15' 1 x 4' 11 Plus 6'9 x 3'3 (4.6m x 1.5m)

Suite in white comprising freestanding bath with mixer tap and hand held shower attachment, wash hand basin set into vanity unit with cupboard below and WC with concealed cistern. Chrome heated towel rail. Velux frosted window to rear. Downlighters. Extractor fan. Skylight window.

Annex

Open Plan Kitchen/Living Area - 17' 2 Max x 16' 2 (5.24m x 4.93m)

Entrance door from rear garden. Matching range of base units. Inset single drainer stainless steel sink unit. Work surfaces. Window to front and rear overlooking garden. Understairs cupboard. Stairs to first floor. Downlighters. Personal door to garage.

Landing

Bedroom 1 (Annex) - 16' 3 x 13' 8 (4.96m x 4.17m)

Velux window to rear. Downlighters.

Bedroom 2 (Annex) - 16' 3 x 11' 0 Max (4.96m x 3.36m)

Velux window to rear. Downlighters.

Shower Room (Annex) - 6' 11 x 6' 0 (2.11m x 1.83m)

Suite in white comprising fully tiled shower cubicle, wash hand basin set into vanity unit with cupboard below and close coupled WC. Heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Velux window to rear. Downlighters. Extractor fan.

Parking

Parking space to rear for Annex.

Double Garage - 22' 0 x 14' 8 (6.71m x 4.48m)

Remote electrically operated roller door. Power and light. Patio door to rear garden.

Front Garden

Border wall to front. Block paved driveway extending to the front of the property providing off road parking. Steps leading to the front door.

Rear Garden - 41' 0 x 56' 0 (12.5m x 17.07m)

Southerly facing rear garden. Mainly laid to lawn. Patio area. Covered seating area. Gated pedestrian side and rear access. Enclosed with fencing.

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 open plan Kitchen and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars.

Windows

The windows are generally of UPVC double glazed sealed units. The windows to the front of the property and the second floor patio door are UPVC triple 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 G. The amount payable under tax band G for the year 2025/2026 is £3,838.75.

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.<br />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.<br />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.<br />For a free valuation of your property contact the number on this brochure. Printed 29th May 2025.