5 bed semi-detached house for sale

Dover Road, Folkestone CT19

This impressive five-bedroom semi-detached period home on Dover Road in Folkestone offers a seamless blend of timeless character and contemporary style, with every space thoughtfully designed and beautifully finished to a high standard. From the moment you step through the front door, the house immediately feels both grand and welcoming, with its elegant entrance hallway featuring striking herringbone timber flooring, high ceilings, and practical built-in storage, setting the tone for what's to come.

At the front of the home, the formal dining room is a bright and airy space, framed by a large bay window that invites in natural light throughout the day. This room has been tastefully decorated and provides the perfect setting for family gatherings or entertaining friends. The lounge, positioned to the rear, is cosy yet spacious, featuring original wooden floorboards, a charming period fireplace, and French doors that lead directly to the garden patio. This creates a natural connection between indoor and outdoor living and makes the room ideal for relaxing in the summer months with the doors open.

The kitchen is truly the heart of the home. It has been expertly fitted with bespoke cabinetry that offers ample storage, a large central island that provides plenty of workspace and doubles as a social hub, and high-quality fixtures including a butler sink and a range-style cooker with a gas hob and integrated extractor fan. The kitchen design is both practical and stylish, perfectly suited to family life and entertaining. There is a separate utility area which cleverly hides away the washing machine and dryer in bespoke cupboards, helping to keep the kitchen uncluttered. The kitchen enjoys views over the garden and has both bifold doors and French doors that open out to the patio, and block paved area allowing for an effortless flow to the outdoor space and creating the perfect setting for al fresco dining and summer parties.

Upstairs, the spacious first floor offers three well-proportioned double bedrooms, each filled with natural light. All of these bedrooms benefit from bespoke built-in wardrobes, offering elegant storage solutions, one is currently used as a dressing room. The family bathroom on this floor is an outstanding feature, designed to a luxurious specification with a large freestanding bath, a walk-in shower, marble wall tiling, solid oak vanity unit, gold-look fixtures and fittings, and a continuation of the herringbone flooring that ties in beautifully with the rest of the home's design. There is also a separate W/C for added convenience.

On the second floor, there are two further double bedrooms, both offering versatile spaces. Providing lovely views across Folkestone towards the sea and the rolling hills of the Kent Downs. This floor also includes an additional W/C, ensuring the home comfortably caters to larger families or guests.

Outside, the landscaped rear garden is a standout feature. The garden is thoughtfully laid out with multiple seating areas including a paved patio directly outside the kitchen and lounge, a block-paved seating area to the side of the house, and two pergolas that add charm and structure to the space. The established planting and greenery provide privacy and create a peaceful, inviting atmosphere. To the side of the garden sits a substantial workshop or garden room, fully equipped with power and featuring sliding glazed doors. This versatile space would make an ideal home office, gym, creative studio, or simply a quiet place to unwind.

The front of the property also benefits from an attractive, low-maintenance garden area, and ample off-street parking for multiple vehicles. Being slightly elevated from the road, the house enjoys beautiful sea views stretching across the Folkestone Harbour Arm and towards the coastline, a rare feature that adds something truly special to this home. The property also has its own Electric Vehicle Charge Point, which is installed and belongs to the home, offering added convenience for modern living.

The home is also equipped with a gas boiler that was installed in April 2022 and has been professionally serviced every year since installation, providing peace of mind in terms of energy efficiency and ongoing maintenance.

Perfectly positioned, the property is within easy reach of the popular Folkestone Harbour Arm, the beach, the vibrant Creative Quarter, local parks, and a wide selection of shops, supermarkets, cafes, and schools. Folkestone Central Station is close by, offering high-speed rail connections to London in under an hour, making it an excellent choice for commuters. The property is also well connected by local bus routes, the M20, and the Channel Tunnel.

This home offers an exceptional combination of period charm, generous living space, high-quality modern finishes, a beautifully landscaped garden, and convenient access to all that Folkestone has to offer. It is rare to find a home of this size and standard in such a sought-after location. Contact sole agents EweMove Folkestone today to arrange your viewing.