3 bed end terrace house for sale

Beechings Way, Rainham, Gillingham ME8

This end-of-terrace home is all about space, sunlight and possibility. The side extension opens up a wonderfully adaptable ground floor that can flex to suit the way you live, whether that is four separate reception rooms for busy family life, a generous ground floor bedroom with its own sitting room, or a full annex arrangement for multigenerational living, subject to the necessary consents. However you choose to lay it out, the flow encourages everyday ease, with natural light slipping in and plenty of room to entertain, work and unwind.

Upstairs, three good-sized bedrooms sit around a family bathroom, ready to be refreshed to your taste. The house is in need of refurbishment and modernisation, which is precisely where its strength lies. The proportions are already here, the footprint is here, the garage is here, and the south-west facing garden is waiting to be turned into a sun-trap haven. Think long summer evenings, herb beds by the kitchen door and an easy spot for a dining set where the last of the day’s light lingers.

To the rear, a garage with vehicle access solves the everyday practicalities, from secure parking to a tidy home for bikes, paddle boards and the lawnmower. There is also the welcome bonus of potential for off-road parking, which makes life simpler from the moment you arrive home.

Families will appreciate the location as much as the layout. Local amenities are close at hand for the morning dash, weekend top-ups and after-school treats. Commuters can be on a high-speed service from Rainham station in around 1.5 miles, while fast road links to the A2 and M2 open up straightforward journeys in every direction. The address also sits within a recognised school catchment, placing well-regarded options within easy reach and keeping the weekly routine refreshingly straightforward.

What you have here is a house with real substance and all the right fundamentals, plus the kind of versatility that is hard to find. Bring your builder, bring your ideas, and create the home you have been sketching out for ages. With its adaptable ground floor, south-west garden, garage and convenient setting, this is an opportunity to shape something special in a location that supports day-to-day life beautifully.

If you are interested in viewing this property contact the agent who would be delighted to show you around. Viewings strictly by appointment only. When calling please Quote Ref: TD0352.

• EPC Rating: E (40)
• Tenure: Freehold
• Local Authority: Medway
• Council Tax Band: C – 2025/2026 = £1,962.07 pa
• Square Feet: 929 (excluding garage)
• Square Metres: 86.4 (excluding garage)
• Rear Garden Size: 45ft Long x 25ft Wide (approx) South-West Facing
• Garage has Power and Lighting
• Heating Type: Gas Central Heating via Back Boiler. Installation date unknown. In working order.
• Loft: Fitted loft ladder, partially boarded with insulation and lighting.
• Surface Water - Yearly Chance of Flooding: Very Low
• Rivers and Sea - Yearly Chance of Flooding: Very Low
• Flooding from groundwater is unlikely in this area.
• Flooding from reservoirs is unlikely in this area.

Nearest:

Train Station: Rainham (1.5 miles)
Hospital: Medway Hospital (3.6 miles)
Doctors: Rainham Healthy Living Centre, 103-107 High St, Rainham, Gillingham ME8 8AA (1.2 miles)
Pharmacy: Jhoots Pharmacy, 22 Rainham Shopping Centre, Rainham, Gillingham ME8 7HW (1.4 miles)
Post Office: Rainham Post Office, 119 High St, Rainham, Gillingham ME8 8AN (1.3 miles)
Supermarket: Tesco Extra, Tesco Stores Ltd, Courteney Rd, Gillingham ME8 0GX (1.4 miles)
Household Waste and Recycling Centre: Hoath Way Household Waste Site, Ambley Rd, Gillingham ME8 0QH (1.8 miles)
Gym: Cozenton Park Sports Centre, 4 Bloors Ln, Rainham, Gillingham ME8 7EG (2.3 miles)
Green Space: Sturry Way Park, Gillingham ME8 6UY (0.7 miles)

Rainham is a popular and well-connected town within the Medway area, offering a comfortable balance between suburban calm and easy access to nearby towns and London. With a strong sense of community, plenty of green space and excellent transport links, it’s easy to see why so many families and professionals choose to make Rainham home.

Rainham enjoys some of the best transport links in Medway. The train station sits on the Chatham Main Line, with regular services to London Victoria, St Pancras and Cannon Street, making commuting straightforward. The A2 runs directly through the town, while the M2 motorway is just a short drive away, connecting you easily to the rest of Kent and beyond. Local bus routes also serve the area well, giving easy access to nearby Gillingham, Chatham and Rochester.

Families in Rainham are spoilt for choice when it comes to schools. Rainham Mark Grammar School is one of the area’s top selective schools, while Rainham School for Girls, The Howard School and the newer Leigh Academy Rainham all offer excellent comprehensive education. There’s also a wide selection of well-rated primary schools, making the area ideal for growing families.

Rainham’s town centre offers a good mix of local shops, national chains, cafés and restaurants, giving residents everything they need close to home. There’s a traditional high street feel with modern conveniences, along with nearby supermarkets and retail parks for larger shopping trips. The town also has a number of local pubs and independent businesses that add to its friendly community atmosphere.

One of Rainham’s biggest attractions is its access to nature. Riverside Country Park is a local favourite, stretching along the River Medway and offering walking and cycling routes, picnic areas and lovely views. There’s also Berengrave Nature Reserve and Foxburrow Wood, perfect for weekend strolls or dog walks. For sports and recreation, Rainham has several parks, playing fields and leisure centres nearby.

Rainham offers the best of both worlds. It’s peaceful yet connected, with great schools, green spaces and local amenities all on your doorstep. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, a growing family or someone looking to settle into a well-established community, Rainham makes an excellent place to call home.

What the owner says...

"Purchased as a new build in 1967, this comfortable home has seen many happy family moments over the last 50 years. Everyday family life was easy for us all. We walked only 5 minutes to our local primary school, (which to this day still has a good ofsted rating). A further five minutes down the road took us to the local swimming pool and Cozenton park where we spent many happy hours with our friends. With shops, restaurants and good road links so close by, our parents were also content to live in this amazing, much loved family home all their lives, thus allowing our mum to remain independent in her later years. Despite not able to upkeep it to the high standards she had previously kept it in her early years, it remains a lovely home and a fantastic opportunity for the next owner to love, enjoy and take it forward on its next chapter, as a treasured home."

For further information including all local transport, the local schools and their Ofsted ratings please contact the agent for a buyer pack on this property.

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