5 bed detached house for sale

Island Wall, Whitstable CT5

Internal viewing is essential to fully appreciate the versatility of this substantial detached house, ideally situated on highly desirable Island Wall right in the heart of Whitstable. The property benefits from exceptionally generous off road parking and a double garage - a rare premium in this prestigious coastal location.

The appeal of this impressive home is further enhanced by its open rear aspect enjoying views across the golf course, while glimpses of the sea can be enjoyed from the front. The spacious and adaptable five bedroom accommodation is arranged over three floors with the lower ground floor offering the potential to provide a large, self-contained two bedroom annexe if required.

At the heart of the home is a stunning open plan living space with a triple aspect giving far reaching views over the golf course and direct access onto a good sized balcony. The well equipped kitchen features a large central island and flows seamlessly into the generous lounge and dining areas creating a superb space for family life and entertaining. Also on this level is a double bedroom and a stylish bathroom with a freestanding bath. On the second floor are two further double bedrooms, both enjoying glimpses of the sea, together with a shower room. The lower ground floor provides a versatile arrangement that is configured with lounge/diner with access to rear garden, two double bedrooms, a small kitchen and shower room offering excellent potential for dependent relatives, guests, older children or additional accommodation to the main house.

Outside the southerly facing garden backs directly onto the golf course providing a pleasant open outlook. To the front and side of the property is ample off road parking together with a double garage.

The location is exceptional being just 100 yards from Whitstable seafront where a pleasant coastal stroll leads to the town's working harbour. The vibrant town centre is also within easy reach offering an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, bars and restaurants. Whitstable railway station is approximately 0.7 of a mile away providing frequent services to London. Regular bus services to surrounding towns and the Cathedral City of Canterbury, approximately 6.8 miles away, are available from Oxford Street.

Entrance Hall

Double glazed front entrance door. Radiator. Thermostat control for central heating. Balustrade staircase leading to second floor. Door and staircase to lower floor annex. Cupboard housing wall mounted Worcester combination gas boiler supplying hot and central heating to the main house.

Open Plan Living Area - 24' 9 x 18' 7 Narrowing To 14'0 (7.55m x 5.67m)

Kitchen/Breakfast Area

Matching range of wall and base units. Undermount sink unit. Quartz work surfaces with drainer grooves and upstands. Inset gas hob with extractor cooker hood above. Built-in fan assisted electric oven and combination oven. Integrated dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Window to front and side overlooking garden. Radiator. Downlighters. Engineered wood floor. Large island unit. Quartz top with drawers below and breakfast bar area.

Lounge/Dining Area

Fireplace. Window to rear overlooking golf course. Radiator. Patio doors to balcony. Balcony overlooking golf course. Engineered wood flooring.

Balcony

Bedroom/Reception - 15' 5 x 12' 0 (4.7m x 3.66m)

Window to rear overlooking garden and golf course. Radiator. Built-in cupboard.

Family Bathroom - 9' 0 x 8' 11 (2.75m x 2.72m)

Suite in white comprising free standing bath with mixer tap and hand held shower attachment. Wash hand basin set into vanity unit with drawers below and close coupled WC. Heated towel rail. Frosted window to front. Downlighters. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Shaver point. Wall lights. Built-in utility cupboard with plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer.

Landing

Access to insulated and partly boarded loft. Radiator. Walk-in storage cupboard with light.

Bedroom 1 - 13' 4 Plus Dormer x 11' 10 (4.07m x 3.61m)

Window to side overlooking golf course. Radiator. Eaves storage cupboards. Dormer window to front with sea glimpses.

Bedroom 2 - 11' 9 Plus Dormer x 9' 0 Widening To 15'5 (3.59m x 2.75m)

Dormer window to front. Window to side with sea glimpses. Eaves cupboards. Radiator. Window to recess overlooking golf course.

Shower Room - 8' 3 x 6' 1 (2.52m x 1.86m)

Suite in white comprising fully tiled shower cubicle, wall hung wash hand basin set into vanity unit with drawers below and close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Window to rear overlooking golf course. Downlighters. Tiled floor.

Annex

Hall

Understairs storage.

Lounge/Diner - 18' 2 x 12' 2 (5.54m x 3.71m)

Window to side. Radiator. Laminate flooring. Downlighters. French double doors to rear garden with window to either side. View of golf course.

Kitchen - 12' 4 x 9' 1 (3.76m x 2.77m)

Range of matching wall and base units. Single drainer stainless steel sink unit. Partially tiled walls. Work surfaces. Radiator. Electric cooker point. Window to front overlooking garden. Plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. Large cupboard housing wall mounted combination gas boiler supplying hot water and central heating for the annex. Downlighter. Engineered wood floor. Radiator.

Bedroom 1. - 15' 5 x 12' 0 (4.7m x 3.66m)

Window and door to rear overlooking garden and golf course. Fitted wardrobe with sliding doors. Radiator. Downlighters.

Bedroom 2. - 12' 2 x 10' 10 (3.71m x 3.31m)

Window to front and side. Radiator.

Shower Room. - 6' 11 x 6' 9 (2.11m x 2.06m)

Suite in white comprising fully tiled walk-in shower cubicle with rainfall shower head and additional shower head, wall hung wash hand basin set into vanity unit with drawers below and close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Downlighters. Tiled flooring. Extractor fan. Shaver point.

Double Garage - 19' 4 x 16' 11 (5.9m x 5.16m)

Detached double garage. Remote electrically operated up and over doors. Power points and light. Access via loft ladder to boarded loft.

Front Garden - 27' 0 x 66' 0 (8.23m x 20.12m)

Rear Garden - 39' 0 x 65' 0 (11.89m x 19.82m)

Mainly laid to lawn with bushes and shrubs. Walled patio area. Outside tap. Outside lighting. External power points. Gated pedestrian access to both sides. Enclosed with fencing and brick walls.

Main Services

The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, gas, drainage and a telephone line. All services will be subject to the appropriate companies transfer conditions.

Heating

Central heating is provided by a gas fired boiler situated in the Kitchen and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars.

Windows

The windows are generally of UPVC double glazed sealed units.

Tenure

The property is to be sold Freehold with vacant possession.

Council Tax

We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band E for the main house and Council Tax Band B for the Annex. The amount payable under tax band E for the year 2026/2027 is £2,930.88 and the amount payable under tax band B for the year 2026/2027 is £1,865.10.

Viewing

Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and by appointment only on Sundays.

Agent Notes

Kent Estate Agencies gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any floor plans, plans or mapping and measurements are approximate quoted in metric with imperial equivalents. All are for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The measurements are provided in accordance with the R.I.C.S. Code of Measuring Practice 6th edition. We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Prospective purchasers or lessees should seek their own professional advice. Kent Estate Agencies retain the copyright in all advertising material used to market this property. No person in the employment of Kent Estate Agencies has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Purchase prices, rents or other prices quoted are correct at the date of publication and, unless otherwise stated, exclusive of VAT. For a free valuation of your property contact the number on this brochure. Printed 22nd September 2026