4 bed detached house for sale

Longmete Road, Preston, Canterbury CT3

Situated along Longmete Road on the edge of the popular village of Preston, this well-maintained detached family home enjoys a peaceful rural setting with attractive views over open farmland to the front and paddocks to the rear. Built in a modern style and offering generous, well-balanced accommodation, the property provides an ideal home for families seeking space, privacy and countryside surroundings, while remaining well connected to nearby towns and amenities.

The ground floor is arranged around a central entrance hallway, accessed via an enclosed porch, creating a practical and welcoming introduction to the home. A modern fitted kitchen is positioned to the rear, enjoying views across the garden and benefitting from a useful pantry for additional storage. The principal living space is a generous living room featuring a fireplace and sliding doors opening into a recently added garden room, creating a bright and versatile area that connects seamlessly with the outdoors. The living room flows through to a designated dining room, ideal for both everyday use and entertaining. A downstairs WC adds convenience, while the integrated garage, currently utilised as a utility and storage area with light and power, offers further flexibility.

Upstairs, the accommodation is arranged from a central landing and comprises four well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom is a spacious double room featuring a dressing area, built-in storage and a private WC with wash hand basin. The remaining bedrooms are all of a good size, with one currently used as a study, and enjoy pleasant views over either the surrounding farmland or the rear garden and paddocks. A four-piece family bathroom completes the first-floor accommodation.

Externally, the property benefits from a private driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles, alongside a well-kept front garden with lawn, mature shrubs and established planting. Gated side access leads to a generous rear garden enjoying a sunny aspect, predominantly laid to lawn and bordered by mature beds and hedging. A raised patio seating area provides an ideal space for outdoor dining, complemented by a further patio surrounding a timber summer house. Additional outbuildings and a greenhouse enhance the garden’s versatility, catering to a range of hobbies and lifestyle needs.

Situation

Preston is a sought-after rural village ideally positioned between the historic town of Sandwich and the well-served village of Wingham. The area offers a strong sense of community alongside local amenities, while nearby towns provide a wider selection of shops, schools and leisure facilities. Excellent transport links are available via road and rail, with mainline stations in Sandwich and Adisham offering connections to Canterbury and high-speed services to London, making this an appealing location for those seeking a balance of countryside living and everyday convenience.

Ground Floor

Integrated Garage (3.09 x 5.44 (10'1" x 17'10"))

Front Porch

Ground Floor Hallway

Living Room (3.88 x 7.19 (12'8" x 23'7"))

Dining Room (2.90 x 4.21 (9'6" x 13'9"))

Kitchen (3.22 x 5.76 (10'6" x 18'10"))

Conservatory (2.78 x 3.29 (9'1" x 10'9"))

First Floor

Bedroom 1 (4.20 x 5.86 (13'9" x 19'2"))

Bedroom 2 (3.28 x 3.48 (10'9" x 11'5"))

Bathroom

Bedroom 3 (3.27 x 3.58 (10'8" x 11'8"))

Bedroom 4 (1.79 x 3.04 (5'10" x 9'11"))

External

Summer House (2.42 x 3.41 (7'11" x 11'2"))