2 bed flat for sale

Dock Head Road, Dockside, Chatham ME4

Imagine waking up each morning to far-reaching views across the River Medway, watching the boats come and go from the marina, and enjoying the changing colours of the waterfront throughout the day. This beautifully presented two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment occupies a fourth-floor position within the popular Marina Point East development at Chatham Maritime, offering a wonderful combination of modern living, generous accommodation and a waterside lifestyle that makes this location so desirable.

Lovingly cared for and immaculately maintained by its current owners, the apartment is presented in excellent condition throughout and is ready for its next owners to move straight in and start enjoying everything it has to offer. With approximately 661 sq. Ft. Of thoughtfully arranged accommodation, an allocated underground parking space and those impressive views across the River Medway towards St Mary's Island, this is a home that offers both everyday practicality and something a little special.

Stepping through the front door, you are welcomed into a spacious entrance hallway that immediately gives a sense of the apartment's well-considered layout. The warm wood flooring creates an inviting first impression, while a useful built-in storage cupboard provides somewhere to tuck away coats, shoes and everyday essentials, helping to keep the living spaces beautifully uncluttered.

The heart of the home is undoubtedly the open-plan kitchen, living and dining room, a bright and welcoming space that has been designed to make the most of its elevated position. Large windows draw natural light into the room, creating a lovely sense of openness, while providing wonderful views across the surrounding marina and waterfront. Whether you're enjoying a quiet morning coffee, relaxing after a busy day or entertaining friends for dinner, the ever-changing scenery provides a beautiful backdrop to everyday life.

There is ample room to create comfortable seating and dining areas, allowing the space to adapt effortlessly to different occasions. The attractive wood flooring brings warmth and character to the room, while the neutral décor offers a blank canvas for new owners to introduce their own personal style.

The contemporary kitchen sits neatly along one wall, making excellent use of the space without interrupting the open-plan feel. Finished with sleek white cabinetry, contrasting dark worktops and a comprehensive range of appliances, it offers a practical and stylish environment for preparing everything from a quick weekday breakfast to a meal with friends. The kitchen includes an integrated fridge freezer, electric hob with extractor fan, a slimline dishwasher and a washing machine, alongside an oven that was replaced in 2023. The washing machine was also replaced in approximately 2022. The generous selection of cupboards provides plenty of storage, while the open arrangement means whoever is cooking can still enjoy the conversation taking place around the dining table.

Away from the main living accommodation, both bedrooms are well-proportioned doubles, making this apartment equally suited to couples, professionals, those looking to downsize or buyers who would benefit from a dedicated guest bedroom or home office.

The principal bedroom is particularly impressive, extending to approximately 19'7" in length and offering a generous amount of space for bedroom furniture. Its calm, neutral decoration and soft carpeting create a relaxing atmosphere, while the built-in wardrobes provide valuable storage without compromising the available floor space. A particular benefit is the private en-suite shower room, which has been finished in a contemporary style with neutral tiling, a glazed shower enclosure, wash basin, WC and chrome heated towel rail. Thoughtful touches, including mirrored storage cabinets and warm wood-effect detailing, give the room a smart, modern finish.

The second bedroom is another comfortable double, measuring approximately 15'3" by 9'7". Its proportions provide flexibility for a variety of uses, whether as a welcoming guest bedroom, a peaceful space to work from home or a second bedroom for family members. With a window providing natural light and a neutral decorative finish, it is a room that can easily adapt to suit the needs of its next owner.

Completing the accommodation is the main bathroom, which continues the contemporary styling found throughout the apartment. A full-sized bath with an overhead shower and glass screen provides the option of a refreshing morning shower or a relaxing evening soak. Neutral wall and floor tiling, a modern wash basin, WC, mirrored cabinetry and a chrome heated towel rail complete the space, while the warm wood-effect panelling adds a pleasing contrast to the clean, modern finish.

Beyond the apartment itself, Marina Point East offers several features that make day-to-day living both convenient and reassuring. The development benefits from secure building access and a lift serving the fourth floor, while the apartment comes with its own allocated parking space within a secure underground residents' car park. Access to the parking area is controlled by an electronic fob system, which operates the electric shutter door, providing an additional level of security and peace of mind for residents. Having your own protected parking space is a particularly welcome feature in such a convenient waterside location, and secure underground parking may also be viewed favourably by some car insurance providers.

Of course, one of the biggest attractions of this home is its location. Chatham Maritime has become one of Medway's most desirable waterside neighbourhoods, with its combination of modern residential developments, historic dockyard surroundings and excellent leisure facilities creating a distinctive and enjoyable place to live.

Living at Marina Point East means having an impressive choice of amenities close to home. Dockside Outlet Centre offers a variety of shops, cafés and places to eat, while the surrounding waterfront is home to popular restaurants and bars, perfect for meeting friends, enjoying a leisurely weekend lunch or heading out for an evening without travelling far.

For those who enjoy an active lifestyle, there are local gyms and leisure facilities nearby, while the waterside setting provides opportunities for walking, running or simply getting outside and enjoying the fresh air. The marina, with its moored boats and attractive waterfront surroundings, brings a relaxed atmosphere to the area, particularly on sunny afternoons when the waterside comes alive.

The nearby Historic Dockyard Chatham adds another dimension to the location, offering an insight into Medway's rich maritime heritage, while the wider Chatham Maritime area provides a blend of open spaces, waterfront walks and everyday conveniences. Whether you're heading out for a morning stroll beside the water, meeting friends for dinner or simply enjoying the views from the comfort of your own living room, the location makes it easy to enjoy a lifestyle centred around the waterfront.

For commuters, the apartment is also conveniently positioned for access to the wider Medway towns, with Chatham railway station providing connections towards London and the Kent coast. Local road links also offer access to the A2 and M2, making the development a practical base for those travelling further afield.

What makes this apartment particularly appealing is the balance it achieves between comfort, convenience and location. The generous bedrooms, two modern bathrooms, excellent built-in storage and open-plan living accommodation make it an easy home to enjoy, while the secure, fob-operated underground parking and lift access add everyday practicality.

Yet it is those wonderful views across the River Medway that truly set it apart. There is something rather special about living beside the water, watching the boats moving through the marina, seeing the sunlight reflecting across the river and having a constantly changing outlook that makes coming home a pleasure.

Beautifully maintained, thoughtfully arranged and ready to move straight into, this is an apartment that deserves to be experienced in person. Whether you're searching for your first home, looking to enjoy a more convenient lifestyle or considering a move to one of Medway's most popular waterfront locations, Marina Point East offers an opportunity to enjoy modern apartment living with the River Medway as your backdrop.

With no onward chain, this wonderful apartment is ready for its next chapter, and an internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate its condition, generous proportions and impressive waterfront views.

If you are interested in viewing this property contact the agent who would be delighted to show you around. Viewings strictly by appointment only. When calling please Quote Ref: TD0352.

• EPC Rating: C (75)
• Tenure: Leasehold
• Lease Start Date: 23rd June 2007
• Original Lease Term: 138 Years
• Lease End Date: 20th March 2146
• Lease Term Remaining: 119 Years (as of October 2026)
• Service Charge: £4,182.24 pa
• Ground Rent: £300 pa
• Ground Rent Increases? On each consecutive twentieth anniversary of the Term Commencement Date throughout the Term, the yearly rent is to be increased as calculated by the application of the following formula: Nyr = (iyr × nrpi) ÷ irpi, where nyr is the increased yearly rent, iyr is the Initial Yearly Rent, nrpi is the latest figure of the Index of Retail Prices published by the National Office of Statistics (“rpi”) at the relevant anniversary, and irpi is the latest figure of the rpi published at the Term Commencement Date. However, the yearly rent previously payable is not to be reduced if the application of the formula would otherwise result in a reduction.
• Service Charge / Ground Rent Includes: Buildings insurance, car park space, cleaning costs, maintenance costs, project costs, security costs (we have a security presence)
• Square Feet: 661
• Square Meters: 61.4
• Local Authority: Medway
• Council Tax Band: E – £2,834.69 pa for 2026/2027
• Heating Type: Electric
• Potential Rental Income: £1400-£1500 pcm
• Surface Water - Yearly Change of Flooding: Low
• Rivers and Sea - Yearly Chance of Flooding: Very Low
• Flooding from groundwater is unlikely in this area.
• Flooding from reservoirs is unlikely in this area.

More specifically the service charge covers the following:

• Management Fee: This heading covers the annual management fee for Caxtons Property Consultants to provide a property management & Service Charge administration service for the common parts & car park areas of Chatham Quays
• Independent Accounting/ Auditing Fees: This heading covers the cost for independent accountant's fees for auditing of the service charge accounts & producing a certified statement of expenditure at the end of the financial year.
• Estate/Cleaning Staff: This heading covers employment costs for Site Caretaking and cleaning.
• Health & Safety: This entry reflects the cost for preparation of detailed Fire, General and Water risk assessments of the estate, car park and mains water supply
• Landlord's Electricity Supply: This heading covers the estate's contribution towards electricity consumption across Jetties 5 and 6
• Landlord's Water Supply: This heading covers the projected water & wastewater charges
• Telephone Charges: This heading covers the projected expenditure on broadband line rental costs and mobile bills
• Security: This heading covers the annual cost for security presence at Chatham Quays and which follows on after the daily Estate/Cleaning service.
• Life Safety Systems: This heading covers the cost of providing a centrally monitored redcare alarm notification system, connected to the main residential fire alarms
• Landscaping: This heading covers the cost of landscaping maintenance across Jetties 5 and 6 throughout the year, the scope of works covers standard landscape maintenance and includes pruning of shrubs and hedges, cultivation of beds, removal of dead plants, crown lifting of small trees and litter collection from the beds and planters. A provision in the budget has also been made for any reactive landscaping works required over and above the standard maintenance.
• Pest Control: This heading covers the annual cost for pest control service across the estate, to include a hawking service and maintenance of external bait stations.
• M&E Maintenance & Repairs: This covers the day to day upkeep of electrical and mechanical services provided for the Estate and Car Park including lighting, CCTV, access control, alarms and pumps.
• Lift Maintenance: This heading covers the cost for lift maintenance contract.
• General Repairs: This heading includes a provisional sum to cover any general fabric repairs required to the communal areas of the estate and car park throughout the year.
• Waste Disposal: This heading covers the provisional sum allocated for the cost of disposing of waste from the public litter bins and dog waste bins situated in the public areas of the estate.
• Bulk Waste: This heading related to those items of unauthorised waste from residential tenants which cannot be disposed of through the general residential waste contract
• Cmt Estate Maintenance: This heading covers the cost of our contribution towards the overall Chatham Maritime Trust Service Charge schedule
• Estate Charge
• Insurances
• Project works

Nearest:

Train Station: Chatham (1.9 miles)
Hospital: Medway Maritime Hospital (2.2 miles)
Doctors: St Marys Island Surgery, The Pharmacy, Edgeway, St Mary's Island, Chatham ME4 3EP (0.7 miles)
Pharmacy: St Marys Island Surgery, The Pharmacy, Edgeway, St Mary's Island, Chatham ME4 3EP (0.7 miles)
Post Office: Chatham Post Office, 17-19 Military Rd, Chatham ME4 4JG (1.6 miles)
Supermarket: Co-op Food - Chatham - Maritime Way, Ships and Trades Offices, Maritime Way, Chatham ME4 3ER (0.2 miles)
Household Waste and Recycling Centre: Hoath Way Household Waste Site, Ambley Rd, Gillingham ME8 0QH (4.4 miles)
Gym: Club eight³, 8, Upper Part Jetty, 5 The Quays, Dock Head Rd, St Mary's Island, Chatham ME4 4ZJ (0.2 miles)
Green Space: St Marys Island Surgery, The Pharmacy, Edgeway, St Mary's Island, Chatham ME4 3EP (0.7 miles) (0.7 miles)

St Mary’s Island is part of the Chatham Maritime development area and offers exclusive waterside living with wonderful views across the River Medway. It is separated from mainland Chatham by three impressive basins, which are part of the area’s naval dockyard heritage. Inspired design is evident everywhere on the Island, where the environment, community and new homes have all been carefully planned to create a highly desirable location. The area boasts a new retail outlet centre, bars, cafe’s, restaurants, gym and cinema to compliment the harbour and vast array of riverside housing. Part of the original naval history has also been preserved through the Historic Dockyard Trust, which provides an insight into past traditions.

St Mary’s Island is evolving to become a sustainable community, with 20 acres of open space, retail and leisure facilities, whilst maintaining a village-like atmosphere, with fantastic transport links. The island has its own school and community centre, as well as opportunities for sailing, walking and socialising.

For further information including all local transport, the local schools and their Ofsted ratings please contact the agent for a buyer pack on this property.

What the owner says:

"I have absolutely loved living at Marina Point East. Its location has been a huge part of that, allowing me to walk to work, avoid a long commute and enjoy far more of my free time.

As someone who enjoys going to the gym and leading an active lifestyle, having everything so close by has been a real benefit. The cinema, restaurants, cafés and bars are all within easy reach, meaning there's always something to enjoy right on my doorstep.

One of my favourite things about Marina Point East is the unique marina setting. I have loved the waterside views, watching the boats come and go, and taking walks around St Mary's Island. The scenery is stunning and, even after all this time, it's something I never tire of. It creates a wonderful atmosphere that feels both vibrant and peaceful at the same time.

The location strikes the perfect balance between convenience and tranquillity. With excellent transport links, nearby shopping facilities and easy access to the Kent coast, everything you need is within reach while still enjoying a peaceful waterfront environment.

For me, Marina Point East has offered the ideal combination of convenience, lifestyle and location. It's been a fantastic place to live, and one I will always look back on with great fondness."

Marina Point East is subject to ongoing structural investigations and planned strengthening works. In its update dated 14 September 2026, the managing agent reported that additional support is required to the 16th-floor transfer slab and strengthening is required in areas of floors 3 to 15. Temporary propping works in the rear car park were reported as being carried out as a precaution while a permanent solution is developed. The final scope, cost and timetable for the permanent works have not yet been confirmed in the information supplied.

The landlord’s certificate dated 24 September 2026 records that this apartment qualifies for leaseholder protections under the Building Safety Act 2022 and states a £10,000 maximum liability for relevant non-cladding defects and interim measures. The application of these protections, any allowance for qualifying costs already paid and the remaining liability should be verified by the purchaser’s solicitor.

The asking price takes account of the disclosed structural issues and proposed works. These matters may affect mortgage availability and purchasers should discuss them with their lender or mortgage adviser at an early stage. The available management correspondence and certificates can be provided for review through the conveyancing process.

Some images of this property have been digitally enhanced with virtual staging to help illustrate potential room layouts and décor. These images are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the property as it currently exists. Prospective buyers are advised to view the property in person to form their own opinion of its size, layout and condition.

Every care has been taken with the preparation of these particulars but complete accuracy cannot be guaranteed. If there is any point, which is of particular importance to you, please obtain professional confirmation; alternatively, the selling agent will be pleased to check the information for you.

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