4 bed detached house for sale

"The Philosopher" at Otterham Quay Lane, Rainham, Gillingham ME8

Plot 1 (The Philosopher) - priced at £589,995

About the Home
The Philosopher is a 4-bedroom home, thoughtfully designed to meet the practical needs of contemporary family lifestyles. There is a carefully-considered balance between shared, social areas and private space, an appealing feature for families with older children and teenagers, or with members regularly working from home

The home’s focal point is its open-plan kitchen, dining and family area, a substantial and informal space that will bring the household together to cook, eat and relax. French doors in the dining area open onto the rear garden, a welcome design touch for sunny summer days, and there is plenty of space within the layout for a large dining table, plus a sofa or two to create an inviting snug.

A separate utility room leads off the kitchen, providing a dedicated space for laundry, and keeping cleaning products and equipment organised. The utility room also has a door to the outside, convenient for laundry days, or for taking care of muddy dog paws after a walk.

The cosy yet bright living room is situated at the front of the home, and across the hallway is the study, which will make a peaceful home office The cloakroom is also conveniently accessible from the hallway, as is the understairs storage cupboard, useful for coats, shoes and keeping bulky appliances out of sight.

Upstairs are all four bedrooms, the first of which benefits from an en-suite shower room Bedrooms 2 and 3 are also double in size, and along with bedroom 4, share use of the family bathroom The fourth bedroom would be ideal for a nursery or younger child, or to be used as an occasional guest bedroom. Completing the first floor is a storage cupboard on the landing, which will come in handy for the household’s towels and bed linens.

Additional information

• Estate Management Charge: None
• Internal Area: 1489 sq. Ft.
• Annual service charge: £355.47
• Council tax band: G
• Tenure: Freehold

The additional information provided for council tax, service charges and ground rents (where applicable) is only an estimation. Please check with your Sales Advisor for more specific details.

About the Development
Wakeley Meadow is a beautiful development of new-build homes in Rainham, Kent. These 2,3 and 4-bedroom homes are located just off the High Street allowing swift access to a conurbation of local towns, with an abundance of nearby Kent farmland providing a natural aesthetic. This development will be ideal for a range of homebuyers, including first-time buyers, professionals, downsizers, and families.

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About Wakeley Meadow

Wakeley Meadow is a beautiful development of new-build homes in Rainham, Kent. These 2,3 and 4-bedroom homes are located just off the High Street allowing swift access to a conurbation of local towns, with an abundance of nearby Kent farmland providing a natural aesthetic. This development will be ideal for a range of homebuyers, including first-time buyers, professionals, downsizers, and families.

Leisure

Wakeley Meadow is in a spot of stunning natural beauty; perched on the periphery of Rainham and wider Gillingham, residents have a landscape of patchwork farmland stretching as far as the marshlands on the south-east coast.

This unique part of the country provides a plethora of notable natural sites to explore, ideal for a variety of outdoor leisure. The development is located between the Queendown Warren and Berengrave nature reserves, providing paths to soak up breathtaking panoramic views of the local countryside.

For keen players, Upchurch River Valley Golf Club is just over a mile away providing a well-maintained course with an inclusive clubhouse.

With such extensive coastline on the doorstep, residents have a number of easily accessible beaches, both sand and pebble. With options like Seasalter Beach just half an hour away in the car, finding a bustling beach full of entertainment or a peaceful patch of seaside paradise is a simple task.

Education

Parents will be encouraged by the wide number of schools in the surrounding area, with great options for children of all ages.

Riverside Primary School and St Margaret's C of E Primary School are two junior schools within walking distance, if preferable - both located under a mile from the development. Several additional primary options can be found across Rainham.

For those of Secondary School age, Leigh Academy Rainham is just minutes' walk away for quick and convenient independent journeys. Other secondary schools to consider include Rainham Mark Grammar School and Rainham School for Girls located within a 10-minute drive, as well as further options in Chatham and Gillingham.

For higher education options, Medway Campus - five miles away - is the course-specific site of study for students at the University of Greenwich and the University of Kent. MidKent College's Gillingam Campus is also a 16-minute drive from the development.

Shopping

There is a popular supermarket brand within five minutes' drive, ensuring residents have opportunities on hand to keep cupboards stocked and convenience covered.

With Rainham's vibrant High Street within walking distance, residents have a choice of local businesses to explore, particularly focused around the intersection with Station Road half a mile away. Some options for evenings out include The Cricketers public house, and Darjeeling Heights - a traditional Indian restaurant serving a favouring crowd of regular diners with a bright and inviting atmosphere.

Gillingham town centre is four miles away and provides an extensive coverage of retail and hospitality destinations. These include a twice-weekly market in the town centre for fresh produce and handmade crafts, concentrated retail in Hempstead Valley shopping centre, and waterfront dining in the Gillingham Marina.

Transport

For motorists, Moor Street is a key local connector, while the A249 is a 10-minute drive away, and the M2 a 16-minute drive away for primary routes.

Leigh Academy and Otterham Quay Way bus stops can be found within minutes' walk of the development, serving several local journeys for convenient travel.

Rainham train station is an 18-minute walk away for regular routes into London and beyond, with direct rail services to London Fenchurch Street typically taking as little as 25 minutes. This makes the location a great option for commuting.

London Gatwick Airport is an hour's drive away, meaning connections and flight options worldwide are within easy reach for holidays and travel.

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Directions

Wakeley Meadow is a stunning collection of new homes on the periphery of Rainham, one of the beautiful Kent towns amalgamated with Gillingham on the River Medway. The area benefits from combined amenity and leisure across the nearby towns, as well as picturesque patchwork farmland, wonderful coastline, and a wealth of public parks and nature reserves.

The development will be located off Moor Street, a 10-minute drive from the A249 and a further six minutes from the M2.

This development falls under the administration of Medway Council.

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