The Strand, Walmer, Deal, Kent, CT14

Steeped in history, this fascinating Grade II listed detached bungalow lies just inside the main gates of the private Admiralty Mews estate. It is one of the pair of lodges that were originally constructed at the gateway around 1850 to serve as the guard house when the estate was built as a naval hospital. In 1930, the site became the home of the Royal Marines School of Music and the property served as the drum workshop. The site was subsequently converted into private residential accommodation when the Marines relocated to Portsmouth in 1996.

Although Grade II listed with sash windows on the outside, internally the property has been delightfully modernised providing everything needed for contemporary living. On entering the property through a useful porch, the accommodation starts with a bespoke Umbermaster kitchen which was installed by the current owners three years ago and features wooden units housing an induction hob and hot plate, oven and combi microwave as well as integrated dishwasher, fridge and freezer. A Belfast sink sits beneath quartz worktops and Amtico flooring is laid throughout. This opens into a large dining area with room for the whole family. At the other end of the kitchen, a wide archway leads to the well-proportioned dual aspect lounge with an attractive herringbone floor, shutters and French doors to the private garden.

There are two double bedrooms and a single, as well as a cloakroom and internal courtyard currently being converted into a new bathroom. This work will be completed for sale and it may be possible for new owners to choose some aspects of this bathroom. Beyond the bathroom is a good-sized utility room which houses the boiler and space for a washer/dryer as well as an external door beside the main gate.

Outside the private garden include a wraparound paved terrace, a grey gravel seating area and steps up to a front lawn. The property has a shed where a water softener is connected. The property has benefit of two allocated parking spaces, access to visitor parking, plus a communal bin store and a bike store.

What the Owner says:

“The Gate Lodge has offered us a unique opportunity to own a part of local history whilst renovating it into a contemporary and practical home. One of the most attractive parts of the property is the location. Set within a private estate the property is safe and the community inviting. Our home is now becoming too small for our growing family but we will stay within the locale because it cannot be beaten.”

Outside of Admiralty Mews, almost all amenities are within walking distance - shops, restaurants, leisure and fitness facilities, as well as two English heritage castles. Being meters from the sea is excellent for beach days and sea swims year round and the nearby promenade and pier offer opportunities for seaside cycling and walks. The mainline station provides access to the high-speed train line for Ashford and London and the further afield, the towns of Folkestone, Broadstairs, Margate and the city of Canterbury are within minutes' drive.

Deal is surrounded by plenty of amateur and championship golf courses including Princes and Royal St George's and if sailing if your interest, there is the Downs Sailing Club a stone's throw from the property.

Room sizes:

• Hallway
• Kitchen/diner: 24'5 x 9'11 (7.45m x 3.02m)
• Living Room: 20'1 x 13'4 (6.13m x 4.07m)
• Bedroom 1: 11'8 x 9'10 (3.56m x 3.00m)
• Bedroom 3: 8'7 x 6'5 (2.62m x 1.96m)
• Cloakroom: 6'6 x 3'6 (1.98m x 1.07m)
• Bedroom 2: 11'6 x 9'9 (3.51m x 2.97m)
• Utility: 9'2 x 7'10 (2.80m x 2.39m)

• Internal Courtyard: 9'2 x 7'10 (2.80m x 2.39m)
• OUTSIDE
• Wraparound Garden
• Shed
• Allocated Parking
• Communal Garden
• Communal Stores

 
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