3 bed detached house for sale

Ashford Road, Canterbury, Kent CT1

Set within a picturesque rural setting and enjoying far reaching countryside views, this charming three bedroom detached 1930's built home offers a rare combination of character, space and a truly enviable location. Backing directly onto the River Stour and overlooking open fields to the rear, the property provides a peaceful, semi rural lifestyle while remaining just a five minute drive from Canterbury city centre and its wide range of shops, restaurants and amenities.

The accommodation is well balanced and full of period charm. On the ground floor, there are two well proportioned reception rooms, both featuring attractive fireplaces, with the main lounge further enhanced by a bay window that floods the space with natural light.

Original details have been carefully retained, including original floorboards and a characterful original front door, adding to the home’s timeless appeal. The semi open plan kitchen diner sits at the heart of the home, offering a practical and sociable space for everyday living, while a ground floor bathroom completes the downstairs layout.

To the first floor, the property offers three bedrooms, including a spacious master bedroom with a bay window. The two rear facing bedrooms enjoy open countryside views, creating a calm and private outlook over the surrounding landscape.

Externally, the property truly comes into its own. To the front, there is a driveway providing off road parking for multiple vehicles, along with three additional parking bays located at the top of the drive.

The large rear garden is a standout feature, having been thoughtfully landscaped to include a large newly laid patio area, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. The garden is notably long and exceptionally generous in scale, offering an abundance of outdoor space that is approximately three times the footprint of the house itself. Beyond the patio, it is mainly laid to lawn and gently slopes down to the river, enjoying beautiful open views across fields and surrounding countryside.

With planning permission in place for an extension to create a utility room, an additional bathroom and a garden room, offering exciting potential for future enhancement.

A unique and characterful home in an idyllic setting, perfectly suited to those seeking space, charm and countryside views without compromising on convenience.

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Location Summary
The property is situated within 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 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).

Porch

Entrance Hall

Lounge (15' 11" x 13' 0")

Dining Room (12' 10" x 12' 4")

Kitchen (11' 1" x 9' 11")

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

First Floor

Bedroom (15' 11" x 13' 0")

Bedroom (13' 0" x 11' 1")

Bedroom (12' 10" x 12' 4")