4 bed detached house for sale

Sheerwater Road, Elmstone, Canterbury CT3

Situated on Sheerwater Road in the rural village of Elmstone, this impressive detached family home enjoys a peaceful setting surrounded by working orchards and open farmland, offering far-reaching countryside views and a strong sense of privacy. Built to a modern specification and maintained to a high standard throughout, the property occupies a substantial plot with generous gardens and a sweeping driveway, combining well-balanced accommodation with a highly attractive semi-rural lifestyle. Ideally suited to families, the home provides versatile living space while remaining within easy reach of nearby villages and towns.

The ground floor is introduced via an enclosed porch leading into an impressive entrance hall, where a gallery landing above creates a strong sense of space and light. From the hall, the accommodation flows into a designated home office, offering an ideal workspace for remote working, along with a separate reception room currently utilised as a family room or snug. The principal living room is positioned to the rear and features a wood burning stove as its focal point, with sliding doors opening into a conservatory that enjoys views across the rear garden. A separate dining room provides an additional reception space for formal or everyday dining and connects through to a modern bespoke fitted kitchen, complete with ample work surfaces, integrated appliances, and extensive storage. Completing the ground floor is a useful utility room and a separate downstairs cloakroom.

To the first floor, a central landing provides access to four well-proportioned double bedrooms. The principal bedroom is a generous dual-aspect room benefitting from a recently installed private en-suite bathroom. Three further double bedrooms are positioned around the landing, with those to the front enjoying views over the surrounding orchards, while those to the rear overlook the gardens and open farmland beyond. Two of the bedrooms benefit from built-in storage and additional eaves storage, while bedroom two further enhances the accommodation with access to a private balcony overlooking the front gardens and orchards. A modern four-piece family bathroom, also recently fitted to a high standard, completes the first-floor accommodation.

Externally, the property is approached via a sweeping driveway providing off-street parking for multiple vehicles, alongside a well-maintained front garden laid predominantly to lawn with mature shrubs and established flower borders. The rear garden is a particular feature, enjoying a sunny aspect and a generous overall size, with a large lawned area framed by mature trees, shrubs, and well-stocked flower beds. A covered patio area positioned towards the rear boundary provides an ideal space for outdoor seating and dining, taking in elevated views over the adjoining orchards and surrounding farmland.

Situation

Elmstone is a small and peaceful rural village closely associated with the neighbouring village of Preston, with the historic town of Sandwich and the village of Ash both located within a short drive. The area offers a blend of countryside living and accessibility, with local amenities, schooling options, and leisure facilities available in the surrounding settlements. Excellent road links provide access towards Canterbury and the wider East Kent region, making this an appealing location for those seeking a balance of rural surroundings and practical convenience.

Ground Floor

Porch (1.44 x 1.63 (4'8" x 5'4"))

Snug (2.82 x 3.88 (9'3" x 12'8"))

Hall

Office (2.34 x 2.89 (7'8" x 9'5"))

Living Room (3.95 x 6.04 (12'11" x 19'9"))

Dining Room (3.56 x 3.62 (11'8" x 11'10"))

Kitchen (3.94 x 5.17 (12'11" x 16'11"))

Utility Room (3.05 x 3.26 (10'0" x 10'8"))

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Stairs To Landing

First Floor

Bedroom 1 (3.96 x 6.04 (12'11" x 19'9"))

Ensuite

Bedroom 2 (2.92 x 5.0 (9'6" x 16'4"))

Bedroom 3 (3.56 x 3.94 (11'8" x 12'11"))

Bedroom 4 (2.83 x 3.79 (9'3" x 12'5"))

Balcony (1.80 x 2.94 (5'10" x 9'7"))

Bathroom