5 bed detached house for sale

Lower Rainham Road, Rainham ME8

A substantial detached five-bedroom residence occupying a desirable plot with open countryside views, an extensive driveway, and a generous south-facing rear garden. The property offers over 2,000 sq. Ft. Of spacious and versatile accommodation, highlighted by a superb open-plan living area complemented by a newly fitted quartz-topped kitchen.

Built in 1995, the house has remained in the same family since construction and has been beautifully maintained, with thoughtful enhancements made to the interior over time. The facade features a traditional red brick exterior with white trim, a steep front-facing gable, brown tiled roof, and white-framed bay windows with decorative awnings, creating a classic suburban appearance. A wide brick-paved driveway leads to a gated rear access where one will find additional parking.

The entrance is positioned to the side of the property and opens into a spacious hallway with a cloakroom and a separate shower room, which serves one of the ground-floor bedrooms. A second ground-floor bedroom benefits from an en-suite. The main living area is located to the rear of the property, enjoying direct access to the garden via patio doors.

The kitchen has recently been redesigned and fitted by local specialists Reams Kitchens and features contemporary cabinetry with integrated appliances, including a Neff oven with warming drawer, induction hob, fridge freezer, Quooker boiling-water tap, and InSinkErator. The kitchen is partially open to the dining area, with a large hatch providing separation while retaining a sense of connection and convenience.

The dining area flows into a charming sitting room featuring a wood-burning style gas stove set within exposed brickwork beneath an oak bressummer beam. Patio doors open onto the south-facing patio area, ideal for indoor-outdoor living.

To the first floor, a galleried landing with extensive fitted wardrobes leads to three bedrooms, and a well-appointed family bathroom comprising a bath with shower over, wash basin, and WC.

Outside:

The property occupies a generous plot of approximately 0.17 acres and benefits from an extensive gated driveway leading to a double garage, which offers potential for conversion into a small self-contained annexe (subject to planning consent). The rear garden extends to over 100 ft, is mainly laid to lawn, and is safely enclosed by fencing.

Situation:

Rainham train station and town centre is less than 2 miles away and offers excellent links into London in less than an hour. Rainham town offers a variety of shopping including several supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants.

Gillingham is the next neighbouring town closest to the Black House it has an ice rink, ski centre and the lovely Capstone Park home to nature and pondlife. The popular Hempstead Valley shopping centre offers an array of high street shops including a Marks and Spencer’s and several eateries.

Chatham dockyard is just three miles away and draws visitors from all over the world, it has now extended to offer an array of bars, restaurants, and outlet shopping alongside the elegant marina.

Rochester is just five miles from lower Rainham road and is a historic town known for Charles Dickens, it has a Cathedral that was founded in 604 which holds many festivities including the annual Christmas markets. The high street is steeped in history and has an array of quaint little cafes, independent retailers, and antique shops.

The Medway towns have a good selection of primary, secondary and private schools including Kings school in Rochester which is the second oldest school in the world.

Rail links from Rainham and Gillingham provide excellent connection with the city in under and hour as well as great accessibility to Kents coast, getting you into Whitstable in less than 30 minutes.

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 and floor 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.