4 bed terraced house for sale

The Historic Dockyard, Chatham ME4

A Truly Special Historic Setting

What truly distinguishes College Road is its extraordinary setting. The Historic Dockyard is a prestigious, world class heritage location with its patron being His Majesty King Charles III. With a naval history dating back to 1547, the site is now a maritime museum with historic warships and maritime buildings. Notably hms Victory was built in the Historic Dockyard, Charles Dickens’s father worked here, and the Resolute Desk in the White House used by the current and past us Presidents was made here.

The estate's architecture is used as a backdrop for major film and television productions, featuring prominently in the new Christmas movie ‘Ebenezer’ starring Johnny Depp.

The residential area comprises over 100 period and modern houses and apartments. There are two controlled entrances to the Dockyard with 24 hour uniformed security at the barriers and patrolling the site. Access for residents is via number plate recognition.

Living here offers a genuinely distinctive lifestyle, with some of Medway's most recognisable maritime landmarks and beautifully landscaped spaces, including the historic Commissioner's House gardens all within a few minutes walk of College Road.

Substantial, impressive and versatile four-bedroom home – College Road, The Historic Dockyard

Set within the remarkable heritage surroundings of The Historic Dockyard Chatham, This elegant four-bedroom family home offers approximately 2,214 sq ft of versatile accommodation arranged across three levels, together with a double garage and driveway providing off-road parking for two cars.

The property offers an excellent balance of impressive entertaining space, generous bedrooms and flexible lower-ground-floor accommodation, making it particularly well suited to modern family life and those seeking flexible spaces to live and work.

As you enter, the scale and proportions of the house are evident with the wide flowing staircase and high ceilings. Light floods in from the statement 10’ (3m) tall landing window which offers views across the Georgian Officers Terrace and gardens, the Dockyard and the River Medway.

Through double doors is the grand 26'1" x 17'9" (7.95m x 5.41m) double aspect living room with high ceilings and twin double french doors opening onto the balcony creating a particularly attractive area for relaxing and entertaining.

The spacious 26'7" (8m) kitchen/dining room, with its high ceiling, flows into a light filled area with glazed roof and two double French doors opening onto the patio garden. This flexible space gives you garden views and an airy setting that works for everyday living and warm weather entertaining.

One of the property's biggest strengths is its lower-ground-floor accommodation, which significantly increases the flexibility of the home. Here you will find a substantial fourth bedroom measuring approximately 17'4" x 13'11" (5.28m x 4.24m), positioned alongside its own bathroom. This arrangement could work particularly well for guests, an older child or family member looking for a greater degree of independence. There is also a separate gym/hobby room, providing a ready-made space for exercise, hobbies or additional home working. The lower level incorporates two garage spaces.

The first floor provides three further bedrooms. The impressive principal bedroom measures approximately 17'11" x 11'7" (5.46m x 3.53m) and benefits from its own private en-suite shower room. Bedroom Two is another excellent double room at approximately 14'2" x 12'1" (4.32m x 3.68m), while Bedroom Three provides a useful additional bedroom measuring approximately 11'0" x 8'5" (3.35m x 2.57m). A separate family bathroom completes the first floor. Together with the principal en-suite and lower-ground-floor bathroom, the property offers three bath/shower rooms, making it particularly practical for a larger household.

The property benefits from a private driveway providing off-road parking for two cars, in addition to the garage accommodation. The balcony accessed from the main living room provides valuable outside space directly from the principal reception area and complements the property's unusual multi-level design. The Historic Dockyard is a secure environment with security barriers at each entrance and 24 hour security.

Lifestyle and Entertainment

Immediately beyond the secure gates lies Chatham Maritime, offering a vibrant waterfront environment complete with a marina, restaurants, cinema, 2 gyms and shopping facilities all within a 10 minute walk. The historic streets of Rochester, Chatham town centre, and St Mary's Island are also readily accessible; with Bluewater and Lakeside slightly further afield, providing an unrivaled choice of leisure, dining, and everyday amenities.

Excellent Transport Links to London

Despite its historic setting, the property remains extremely well connected. Chatham railway station is the nearest mainline station to the Dockyard and is served by Southeastern High Speed services to London St Pancras International, together with regular services to London Victoria, London Bridge and Blackfriars. Journey times are from 40 minutes.

For those travelling by road, the Dockyard is conveniently positioned for access to the wider motorway network, with routes towards Junctions 1,3 and 4 of the M2 and Junction 6 of the M20, providing connections towards London, the M25 and throughout Kent.

With over 2,200 sq ft of accommodation, four bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms, exceptional 26ft living spaces, flexible lower-ground-floor accommodation, garage facilities and parking for two cars, 6 College Road represents a rare opportunity to own a substantial family home within one of Kent's most distinctive historic settings.

Location

A Truly Special Historic Setting

What really distinguishes College Road is its setting. The Historic Dockyard is not simply a visitor attraction but an established residential and working community, with the Dockyard Trust confirming that there are more than 100 homes within the estate, ranging from historic listed buildings to modern townhouses and apartments. The wider 80-acre site combines over 400 years of maritime history with historic architecture, businesses, university facilities, open spaces and cultural attractions.

Living here provides a genuinely distinctive environment, surrounded by some of Medway's most recognisable historic buildings and maritime landmarks. The Dockyard itself includes landscaped spaces such as the Commissioner's House gardens, alongside places to eat and drink.

Immediately beyond the Dockyard is Chatham Maritime, offering a waterfront environment with a marina, restaurants, cinema and shopping facilities. Rochester, Chatham town centre and St Mary's Island are also readily accessible, providing a broad choice of shops, restaurants, leisure facilities and everyday amenities.

Excellent Transport Links to London

Despite its historic setting, the property remains extremely well connected. Chatham railway station is the nearest mainline station to the Dockyard and is served by Southeastern High Speed services to London St Pancras International, together with regular services via London Victoria and Charing Cross.

As a useful indication for commuters, published University of Kent travel information gives journey times of approximately 40 minutes from Chatham to London St Pancras on the high-speed service and approximately 46 minutes to London Victoria, although exact journey times vary depending on the individual service.

For those travelling by road, the Dockyard is conveniently positioned for access to the wider motorway network, with routes towards Junctions 1,3 and 4 of the M2 and Junction 6 of the M20, providing connections towards London, the M25 and throughout Kent.

Parking - Double Garage

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