5 bed detached bungalow for sale

Park Avenue, Broadstairs, Kent CT10

Set within beautifully established grounds approaching 0.48 of an acre, this exceptional chain free detached chalet bungalow, is one of the finest homes of its type in the area. Extensively improved by the present owners, it combines sophisticated interiors, impressive entertaining space and remarkably flexible four or five-bedroom accommodation.

The property opens into a substantial reception hall, setting the tone for the generous proportions found throughout. The principal lounge features attractive wood flooring, an elegant fireplace and doors connecting with the conservatory and gardens, while a separate drawing room provides a further refined reception space. A fully fitted study can also serve as a fifth bedroom, complemented by an additional ground-floor bedroom and a spacious bathroom.

At the heart of the home is a superb open-plan kitchen and dining room, designed equally well for relaxed family life and entertaining. Contemporary cabinetry is paired with exceptional granite work surfaces, a large central island, an induction hob and a comprehensive range of included appliances. Wooden flooring, recessed lighting and statement pendants continue through the dining area, creating a cohesive and beautifully finished living space. A separate utility room completes this part of the accommodation.

The first floor provides three further bedrooms and a family bathroom. Bedroom One is arranged as an individual suite, incorporating a principal sleeping area and an open-plan dressing and shower area with fitted storage, a glazed shower enclosure and glass wash basin.

The gardens are among the homes most impressive features. Broad formal lawns are accompanied by extensive entertaining terraces, mature trees, established hedging and carefully landscaped borders. A distinctive Japanese-inspired garden incorporates sculptural planting, ornamental stonework, rockeries, alpine plants and winding pathways, creating a series of peaceful and visually engaging outside s..

Entrance

Via an attractive glazed wood door with leaded windows which are a real feature, solid oak flooring.

Reception Hall (17'4 x 14'0 (5.28m x 4.27m))

An exceptionally spacious and welcoming reception hall creating an impressive introduction to the property with feature wood panelling as well as a wonderful fireplace with working fire and a love seat. The hall provides access to the principal ground-floor rooms and has ample space for occasional furniture. Finished in a tasteful decorative scheme with ample power points and access through to the inner hallway.

Main Lounge (21'10 x 14'3 (6.65m x 4.34m))

A beautifully proportioned principal reception room enjoying an abundance of natural light from windows on three elevations.

The room is finished with solid oak floor and a striking patterned feature wall. A decorative fireplace with a contrasting surround creates an attractive focal point, while the remaining walls are finished in a light neutral palette.

Glazed doors open towards the conservatory and gardens, creating a natural connection between the internal and external entertaining spaces. Further features include decorative ceiling coving, a central ceiling and wall lights, radiators and ample power points.

Conservatory (18'10 x 7'5 (5.74m x 2.26m))

A substantial and wonderfully light garden room featuring extensive glazing, an attractive glazed roof and arched feature windows.

The conservatory enjoys views across the landscaped gardens and provides direct access to the surrounding patios. Finished with practical slate flooring, wall lighting and ample power points, the room is suitable for year-round relaxation, informal dining or entertaining.

Kitchen/Diner (25,10 x 19'3 (25,10 x 5.87m))

An outstanding open-plan space forming the social heart of the home. The kitchen and dining areas are individually defined while remaining connected, creating an excellent arrangement for entertaining and contemporary family life.

The entire space is enhanced by attractive herringbone engineered wood flooring, recessed ceiling lighting, feature pendants and a carefully coordinated decorative scheme.

Dining Area (14'3 x 12'4 (4.34m x 3.76m))

An elegant and spacious dining area with ample room for formal entertaining.

The herringbone engineered wood flooring continues throughout, complemented by a contemporary decorative scheme, recessed ceiling spotlights and feature pendant lighting. A broad opening provides an uninterrupted connection to the kitchen, while the generous proportions also allow space for an additional seating area.

Further features include radiators and ample power points.

Kitchen Area (14'5 x 13'11 (4.39m x 4.24m))

A superbly appointed kitchen fitted with an extensive range of contemporary wall, base and full-height cabinetry, providing excellent storage.

The kitchen is finished with premium granite work surfaces and coordinating granite upstands. A substantial central island provides additional preparation space, storage and a breakfast bar for informal dining.

The comprehensive range of Neff appliances includes an induction hob and built-in ovens, with the fitted kitchen appliances included within the sale. The kitchen also incorporates a sink with Quooker boiling water mixer tap and extensive preparation surfaces.

Feature pendant lights are positioned above the island, with additional recessed spotlights providing excellent illumination throughout. The engineered wood flooring continues seamlessly into the adjoining dining area.

Windows provide natural light and garden views, while numerous power points have been thoughtfully positioned around the work surfaces and island.

Utility Room (8'8 x 5'3 (2.64m x 1.6m))

A practical utility room positioned conveniently beside the kitchen.

The room provides further fitted storage, work surfaces and space for domestic appliances, helping to keep the principal kitchen uncluttered. Additional features include power points and practical flooring.

Inner Hallway

The arrangement allows the drawing room, study and the downstairs bathroom to function particularly well as a separate sleeping or guest area. With stairs up to first floor, attractive mirrored display shelving, continuation of wood floor and door to exterior.

Drawing Room (20'0'13'2 (6.1m'4.01m))

A substantial second reception room offering excellent flexibility.

This elegant room is finished with fitted carpet, a decorative feature wall, ceiling coving and a central chandelier-style light fitting. Two broad windows giving a double aspect, provides excellent natural light and an attractive outlooks, while radiators and ample power points complete the room.

Its generous proportions make it ideal as a formal drawing room, television room, secondary lounge or additional family room. Door from Drawing Room to Study/Bedroom

Study/Bedroom (10'3 x 9'2 (3.12m x 2.79m))

A beautifully fitted and highly practical room currently arranged as a home office.

The room incorporates an extensive range of fitted cabinetry, storage cupboards, drawers, shelving and work surfaces. Attractive leaded-style windows provide natural light, while recessed ceiling lighting, a radiator and numerous power points make the room particularly well suited to home working.

Its position and proportions also allow it to serve as a fifth bedroom if required.

Ground Floor Bedroom (12'6 x 7'5 (3.81m x 2.26m))

A useful and versatile ground-floor bedroom, suitable for guests, dependent relatives or purchasers requiring single-level accommodation.

The room is finished in a neutral decorative scheme and benefits from a fitted carpet, a radiator, lighting and ample power points. It could alternatively be used as a hobby room, treatment room or additional office.

Ground Floor Bathroom (11'8 x 102' (3.56m x 31.09m))

An unusually spacious ground-floor bathroom fitted with a luxury suite.

The room incorporates a freestanding bath, a substantial glazed shower enclosure with wall-mounted controls, a wash basin with storage beneath and complementary fittings.

Extensive wall and floor tiling provides a smart and durable finish, while fitted mirrors, lighting and double aspect windows complete this well-appointed bathroom.

Stairs From Inner Hallway To First Floor

Stairs rise from the inner hall to the first-floor landing.

Landing

Providing access to the three first-floor bedrooms and family bathroom. Plenty of eaves storage

Family Bathroom (7'11 x 7'6 (2.41m x 2.29m))

A stylish family bathroom fitted with a contemporary suite and complementary sanitaryware.

The bathroom includes bathing and shower facilities, a wash basin with storage and carefully selected fittings. Tiled surfaces provide a smart, practical finish, with lighting and natural ventilation completing the room.

Bedroom 1 (19'8 x 11'9 (5.99m x 3.58m))

An individual principal bedroom arranged as two complementary open-plan areas, comprising a main sleeping area and a connected dressing and shower space. Main Bedroom Area

11 ft 11 in x 11 ft 9 in
3.63m x 3.58m

A comfortable principal sleeping area finished with fitted carpet and a tasteful decorative scheme.

The room benefits from fitted storage, two radiators, lighting and ample power points. It opens directly into the adjoining dressing and shower area, creating a distinctive and practical principal suite.

Dressing and Shower Area

11 ft 11 in x 6 ft 5 in
3.63m x 1.96m

A dedicated open-plan dressing area incorporating fitted storage, a glazed shower enclosure and a contemporary glass wash basin.

The arrangement provides excellent wardrobe and dressing space while giving Bedroom One its own convenient shower facilities.

Bedroom 2 (14'11 x 9'2 (4.55m x 2.79m))

A generous double bedroom with ample space for fitted or freestanding storage.

The room is finished with fitted carpet and neutral wall coverings, together with a radiator, This room includes a shower and fitted vanity unit, ceiling lighting and ample power points.

Bedroom 3 (10'2 x 11'8 (3.1m x 3.56m))

A further well-proportioned bedroom offering comfortable accommodation.

Finished with fitted carpet and a neutral decorative scheme, the room also benefits from a radiator, ceiling lighting and ample power points.

Front Garden

The property enjoys a broad and impressive frontage that immediately establishes its scale and individuality.

An extensive formal lawn is complemented by mature hedging, shaped shrubs, planted borders. Low boundary walls, pathways and carefully maintained landscaping frame the approach to the property.

The garden creates a particularly attractive setting while retaining a sense of openness around the bungalow.

Driveway

A substantial block-paved driveway provides generous off-road parking for several vehicles and direct access to the garage.

The driveway is enclosed by low boundary walls and established planting, with a separate pedestrian approach towards the principal entrance.

Side Garden

The generous side garden is principally laid to lawn and enclosed by mature trees, high hedging and established shrubs.

The depth and maturity of the planting create an attractive degree of privacy, while the lawn provides further space for recreation or gardening. This area forms an important part of the overall grounds and reinforces the exceptional size of the plot.

External Toilet

Low level W/C. Sink with taps.

Rear Garden

Comprising of many linked but separate areas

Main Patio And Entertaining Terrace

Immediately adjoining the property is an extensive paved terrace providing a superb outside entertaining area.

The terrace incorporates several differently arranged sections, allowing separate spaces for outside dining, relaxation and entertaining. A mixture of paving materials, curved edging and raised planting gives the area character while connecting it naturally to the conservatory and main garden.

The scale of the terrace makes it particularly suitable for larger gatherings and summer entertaining.

Japanese-Inspired Garden

A particularly distinctive section of the grounds has been landscaped with a Japanese influence.

This area incorporates ornamental stonework, carefully positioned rocks, sculptural shrubs, shaped evergreens, contrasting foliage and areas of decorative gravel. Curving pathways and planted rockeries create movement through the garden and provide a series of attractive viewpoints.

The planting has been selected to provide variation in colour, form and texture throughout the seasons, creating a peaceful and visually striking garden within the wider grounds.

Rockery And Alpine Garden

Established rockeries feature a varied collection of low-growing plants, alpines, ornamental grasses and contrasting shrubs.

Natural stone, gravel and planted sections have been arranged to provide year-round structure and interest. The rockery areas connect the patios with the principal lawns and help divide the grounds into a number of attractive garden rooms.

Principal Rear Lawn

Beyond the terraces and landscaped areas is an extensive formal lawn, providing a superb open space for recreation and family enjoyment.

The lawn is bordered by mature trees, established hedging and substantial shrubs, creating a green and private outlook. The breadth and depth of this area demonstrate the exceptional scale of the overall plot

Greenhouse And Productivity Area

A greenhouse is positioned within the grounds, providing an excellent facility for keen gardeners and complementing the established planting throughout the property.

The surrounding area offers space for propagation, seasonal planting and further development as a productive garden.

Further Garden Area

An additional section of lawn is enclosed by mature planting and established boundaries. This quieter part of the grounds provides further space for gardening, relaxation or recreation and adds significantly to the versatility of the outside accommodation.

Covered Area / Side Area To Garage

A useful covered passageway provides sheltered access between the property, garden and garage.

This area also offers practical storage for garden equipment and outside accessories as well as a separate brick built shed.

Garage (31'8 x 8'5 (9.65m x 2.57m))

An exceptionally long garage offering secure parking together with substantial storage or workshop space.

Its unusual depth provides flexibility for vehicle storage, garden machinery, bicycles and hobby equipment. Power points, electric car charger, and lighting further enhance its practicality.