3 bed end terrace house for sale

King Street, Fordwich, Canterbury, Kent CT2

This charming, cosy, period end-of-terrace house dates back to 1580 and is mentioned by Pevsner in his guide to Kent.

Included listed features, the house is situated in the heart of picturesque Fordwich – officially England’s smallest town – which lies on the banks of the pretty river Stour.

Boasting a wealth of charm and character, this three/four bedroom property contains two reception rooms, a study, a downstairs cloakroom and a bright and airy kitchen with access to the mature south-facing garden.

Upstairs offers three spacious bedrooms and a family bathroom and shower. Room in the loft provides a fourth bedroom, making this beautiful house ideal both for families and those looking for a peaceful retreat.

The well-maintained private and secluded garden provides tranquil outdoor space, ideal for relaxation or entertaining guests. You'll also enjoy the convenience of off-street parking and a large garage/barn which offers possibilities for conversion or extension, subject to planning.

The location offers a sense of community and tranquillity. Nearby there are two pubs: The family-friendly George & Dragon and the Michelin-starred Fordwich Arms. There are excellent transport links to Canterbury and London and scenic meadow, river and lakeside walks to enjoy from the front door. The house sits close to the King’s School Canterbury and its junior school.

With history, character and a warm atmosphere, this property already feels like home.

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Location Summary
The village of Fordwich benefits from two very popular country pubs, one being the Fordwich Arms which has recently been awarded a Michelin Star. The cathedral city of Canterbury is within a 10 minute drive and Sturry railway station is a short walk away which links to Canterbury West Station and the High Speed link to London St Pancras. Sturry High Street is within half a mile and offers a range of amenities from hairdresser to local newsagent. One of the real treats of this location is the fabulous countryside walks around Westbere lakes which are ideal for dog walkers or anyone fancying a bit of peace and quiet on a Sunday afternoon.

The property is situated within 4 miles of the city of Canterbury, being within easy access of the High Street and all its amenities. These include an excellent modern shopping centre, the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and other colleges, together with an excellent choice of schools in both the public and private sectors. In addition to the High Street is the Kings Mile, which is a lovely mall of boutique style shops, cafes, eateries and public houses.

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).

Entrance Hall

Living Room (16' 3" x 16' 1")

Study (10' 4" x 10' 1")

WC (4' 3" x 3' 1")

Dining Room (13' 4" x 10' 6")

Kitchen (17' 1" x 14' 11")

First Floor

Bedroom (17' 11" x 15' 10")

Bathroom (11' 10" x 5' 8")

Bedroom (15' 8" x 10' 4")

Bedroom (10' 5" x 10' 4")

Second Floor

Loft Space/ Bedroom (17' 9" x 10' 10")

External

Parking

Garage

Garden