4 bed detached house for sale

Barty House, Newton Road, Faversham ME13

Barty House is a substantial and handsome double-fronted Victorian residence offering over 2,700 sq. Ft of beautifully enhanced accommodation, flourishing in period features and elegance. Set within a mature walled garden and conveniently located in the very heart of Faversham, this detached home has been tastefully renovated throughout.

The current owners’ eye for detail and interior design is evident, where creative reconfiguration and artistic decor meet high-quality modern convenience and exceptionally beautiful character. Recent updates include a premium German-designed integrated kitchen, stylishly updated bathrooms, a fully tanked cellar, and elegant decorative finishes throughout the property.

A striking stained-glass front door, framed by an exquisitely detailed pediment and flanked by both a square and traditional bay window, gives the façade a commanding and elegant presence.

Inside, you are welcomed by an impressive sense of space, with original period details including stripped wood floors, sash windows, picture rails, intricate architraves, high ceilings with ornate cornicing and ceiling roses, and marble fireplaces to the main reception rooms.

The spacious entrance hall features a grand staircase with finely carved spindle balustrades rising to the first floor. Original panelled doors lead to each of the reception ground floor rooms, whilst a glazed door opens directly to the garden.

The 28ft drawing room is a magnificent, light-filled dual-aspect space with a square bay window to the front and tall sash windows and glazed door to the rear. A beautiful open fire with marble surround forms a stunning centrepiece, the room is configured for both relaxing and a more sociable games area.

To the right of the hallway is another generous reception room, currently used as a formal dining room. To the rear, the kitchen is fitted with a high-quality German-branded design, featuring integrated appliances and a large pantry incorporated into the original cupboard. The kitchen also comfortably accommodates a breakfast table.

Adjacent to this space, one will find a walk-in pantry which also serves well as a utility/laundry room, which leads through to a convenient cloakroom. Across the hallway a separate boot room/study, provides practical family living.

From the hallway stairs lead down to a large fully tanked cellar with bathroom, it has natural light, power, and lighting, and works well as a guest bedroom, den or home gym.

The elegant galleried landing leads to four spacious double bedrooms, and a beautifully appointed family bathroom. The main bedroom includes a recently installed luxury ensuite bathroom.

Outside:

Barty House occupies a large plot with a small front garden enclosed by a low-level brick wall. To the rear, the generous walled garden extends to approximately 100 ft and is mainly laid to lawn, with mature trees, colourful borders, and two paved patio areas – one adjacent to the drawing room, and a more secluded one towards the rear.

A kitchen garden provides ample space for growing vegetables and herbs, whilst the current owner has built a wonderful pizza oven and barbeque area. The garden is entirely enclosed by an attractive brick wall, providing both privacy and security.

Situation:

The property is conveniently situated on Newton Road, enjoying an extremely central location within easy walking distance of Faversham’s mainline railway station and thriving medieval town centre. The charming market town of Faversham offers a wide range of high street shops and independent retailers, which line its attractive high street and bustling market square.

The town also boasts excellent leisure facilities, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a cinema, a large park and recreation ground, a museum, and numerous pubs and restaurants. There is a good selection of primary schools and two secondary schools, one of which is the renowned Queen Elizabeth Grammar School. Faversham’s mainline railway station provides regular services to London Victoria, Cannon Street, and Charing Cross, along with a high-speed link to London St. Pancras.

The nearby M2 motorway offers excellent and fast access to London. The historic city of Canterbury is approximately 10 miles away and features a vibrant city centre with a wide array of high street brands, independent retailers, cafés, and international restaurants. It also offers a variety of sporting, leisure, and cultural amenities, including the acclaimed Marlowe Theatre.

The seaside town of Whitstable-famous for its seafood and annual oyster festival held at the vibrant harbour and picturesque quayside-is just 8 miles away. It also offers a range of shops, boutiques, and restaurants, along with a good selection of primary and secondary schools and excellent leisure facilities.

We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements, floor plans and site plans are a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Fixtures and fittings shown in any photographs are not necessarily included in the sale and need to be agreed with the seller.