Summer Hill, Harbledown, CT2

Page & Co are excited to present this very special and treasured family home to the market, offered with no forward chain. An exquisite example of Georgian architecture, this grade two listed townhouse exhibits stunning period features throughout including original cast iron fireplaces, attractive architraves and intricate cornice work. It enjoys a sunny aspect throughout as large sash windows allow sunlight to flood in, creating a warm and relaxing ambiance.

The property is located in an enviable position, at the top of Summer Hill in desirable Harbledown. It is the perfect location, offering the best of both worlds as from here, you will be able to take a stroll into the City Centre to take in a show at the Marlowe Theatre and enjoy Canterbury`s fantastic eateries yet within minutes`, you could be walking amongst orchards and rolling countryside.

Set back from the road, the property has an attractive front garden with a variety of beautiful mature shrubs bordering and a log store, with a pathway leading to the front door. This opens into a welcoming entrance hall with a door to the right opening to a bright and spacious reception room, currently being used as a dining room. This room features a stunning original fireplace with alcoves either side. There is a second reception room, looking out to the garden, which has yet another original fireplace and attractive panelling underneath the splendid sash window. The whole of the downstairs enjoys magnificent high ceilings and most rooms display the original floorboards.

To the rear of the property, there is a delightful kitchen/breakfast room with lovely skylights, an AGA and breakfast bar. There is an integrated dishwasher and space for a fridge/freezer. To the rear of the kitchen, a door opens into a utility area where there is a washing machine and tumble-dryer and a further door leads to a handy downstairs WC.

Before moving upstairs, we must mention that there are steps from the hallway leading down to a generous cellar which has had a multitude of uses over the years` and been host to many game nights and children`s sleepovers.

On the first floor, you will find two bright, double bedrooms with beautiful sash windows and original fireplaces and a luxurious contemporary shower room with RAK suite.

To the second floor, there is a spacious landing where the owners have created a reading corner next to the window, a lovely space to curl up with a good book and relax. Off the landing, there are two further double bedrooms, with the bedroom to the rear featuring a wall of fitted wardrobe and storage space. There is also a bright and well-appointed family bathroom with a freestanding bath.

OUTSIDE:

Outside, there is an attractive courtyard accessed by a door from the kitchen. This courtyard benefits from plenty of privacy and is the perfect area to enjoy an alfresco meal and drinks. Beyond this, there is a white picket fence and gate leading to a walled garden which is fairly long and laid to lawn with mature shrubs bordering. At the end of the garden, there is a children`s summerhouse, sitting on a raised deck with a slide.

There is plenty of unrestricted parking available on the road and as a large family of six with multiple vehicles, the owners have never struggled to park close by. There may also be the potential to create off-road parking but this will be subject to the necessary planning permissions.

LOCATION:

The location of the property is perfect in so many ways and really offers the best of both worlds. The village of Harbledown is close enough to the City Centre to enjoy a pleasant stroll in to enjoy the Canterbury`s many fantastic eateries, shops and amenities yet within minutes`, you could be walking amongst orchards and rolling countryside. This picturesque village is well-known for its charming and unique properties which are a delight to admire on the short walk down to the village pub. It has a strong sense of community and 5 Summer Hill enjoys particularly pleasant and friendly neighbours, most of which have lived there many years.

The schooling opportunities are fantastic, with Kent College Junior School just down the road, a nursery, and Kent College Senior School and St. Edmunds close by.

For nature lovers and walkers, the stunning Blean Woods provide miles of ancient woodland to explore and there are many countryside walking routes and bridleways offering spectacular views. From the village, the Crab & Winkle cycle path and walking trail is easily accessible and this takes you all the way into Whitstable where you can enjoy some fish and chips on the beach before the journey back!

Please call us to arrange your viewing on this stunning family home.






Entrance Hall

Reception/Dining - 13'5" (4.09m) x 11'9" (3.58m)

Reception/Lounge - 13'10" (4.22m) x 13'1" (3.99m)

Kitchen/Breakfast Room - 24'2" (7.37m) x 7'0" (2.13m)

Utility Area & Downstairs WC

Bedroom One - 12'3" (3.73m) x 11'9" (3.58m)

Bedroom Two - 11'9" (3.58m) x 11'9" (3.58m)

Shower Room

Bedroom Three - 12'6" (3.81m) x 11'11" (3.63m)

Bedroom Four - 12'7" (3.84m) x 11'2" (3.4m)

Bathroom

Cellar - 17'10" (5.44m) x 13'6" (4.11m)



Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.

Council Tax
Canterbury City Council, Band F