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About
Recently refurbished to a very high standard throughout, Damselfly Cottage is situated in Blackfriars Street - one of the most sought after locations in Canterbury - and is a Napoleonic property set to uniquely enjoy wonderful views of Canterbury Cathedral from the front, and overlook the beautiful historic river and park from the rear.
If required, this charming property can come complete with all furniture, fixtures and fittings, ready for immediate occupation upon completion of purchase by it's new owner.
The warm homely living room with it's feature fireplace opens onto a stylish dining area with plenty of room for entertaining, which leads onto a smart kitchen diner where the light floods in from a large skylight overhead.
The recently fitted kitchen features grey Shaker style units and solid oak work surfaces, complete with a white induction hob, oven, and dishwasher, as well as a top of the range large LG washing machine and matching tumble dryer secreted inside a separate cupboard.
Outside, the rear of the property is really the most tranquil of settings, with a wonderful Indian Fossil Sandstone laid sun terrace for dining al fresco, as well as a glazed covered area where one can sit and enjoy the peace...
Even in the rain!
On the first floor is the main bedroom, which is large, light and airy, with a King size bed, and a fantastic view of the Cathedral, whilst next door the former linen cupboard has been converted into a second WC, set alongside the bathroom, which itself features a large bath with rainfall shower over, a pedestal basin & a further WC, and is next to a large balcony, giving wonderful views from it's elevated position, overlooking the river, with it's historic floodgates, and the park opposite.
The second large bedroom is on the second floor, again featuring a King size bed, and also looks out over the river and park opposite.
The City of Canterbury itself offers a wide range of shopping facilities, restaurants and entertainment including the popular Marlowe Theatre.
Damselfly Cottage is perfectly placed to enjoy all that the City Centre offers, with a short stroll taking you into the High Street with its abundance of amenities and restaurants.
There are plenty of sports facilities, schools and Grammar schools within the locality.
Canterbury West station is just a short walk away, with the High-Speed link taking you to St Pancras in as little as 50 minutes.
There are also excellent road networks, with the A2 giving access to the Continent and the M2 to London and the airports.
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