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See how verdicts work4-bedroom house · CT18 7BH
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About
Guide price £500,000 - £550,000.
Beautifully positioned on the northern fringe of the sought-after village of Densole, this deceptively spacious and extended chalet-style home enjoys stunning open countryside views across the fields to the front and side, creating an immediate sense of rural tranquillity that few properties can offer.
Stepping inside, a welcoming entrance hall sets the tone for this impressive family residence, leading through to accommodation that flows effortlessly from one space to the next.
The generous sitting room provides a true heart to the home, where a wood stove creates a warm focal point for cosy evenings and family gatherings throughout the cooler months.
Two further well-proportioned reception rooms offer the flexibility that modern family life demands, whether configured for formal entertaining, home working, or simply enjoying quiet moments away from the bustle of everyday activity.
To the rear, the substantial kitchen and breakfast room has been thoughtfully designed as the social hub of the home.
Here, a Thermador double oven takes pride of place for those who take their cooking seriously, while the generous proportions allow ample space for family dining and informal entertaining.
A walk-in pantry provides enviable storage for the keen cook, and a useful utility room leads directly off the kitchen, keeping laundry and household tasks conveniently tucked away.
A large family bathroom with wet room facilities completes the ground floor accommodation, adding both practicality and a touch of spa-like indulgence.
Ascending to the first floor, four generous double bedrooms await, three of which enjoy delightful far-reaching rural views across the surrounding countryside - a daily reminder of the property's privileged setting.
The principal bedroom benefits from its own ensuite shower room, adding a welcome touch of luxury and privacy, while the second bedroom features an ensuite WC.
Cleverly incorporated eaves storage throughout the first floor ensures that practical considerations have not been overlooked.
Outside, the property is approached from the main road via a shared access, opening onto an attractive shingled private driveway that provides ample parking to the front.
This in turn leads to the integral garage, while an adjoining lean-to offers valuable additional covered parking, workshop space, or useful storage for outdoor equipment and seasonal items.
To the rear, the property enjoys a private enclosed garden, predominantly laid to lawn and bathed in sunlight, with a patio terrace that beckons for outdoor dining and summer entertaining.
Access on both sides to the front ensures the garden remains practical as well as beautiful.
The village of Densole places everyday conveniences within a short walk, including the bus stop, local Post Office, convenience store, and the welcoming Black Horse Public House.
Several walks and rides across the nearby countryside provide endless opportunities for fresh air and exploration.
The neighbouring town of Hawkinge offers a broader range of amenities, while the coastal port of Folkestone and the cathedral city of Canterbury are both easily accessible by bus, offering excellent shopping, recreational, and educational facilities alongside main line train services to London.
The high-speed rail link reduces travel time to London St Pancras to under an hour, making this an ideal base for commuters.
The Channel Tunnel terminal at Cheriton and the M20 motorway are within a short drive.
Services include gas-fired central heating with a heat bank system, complemented by solar thermal panels and the wood stove with high-efficiency heating unit providing hot water - a thoughtful blend of traditional comfort and modern efficiency.
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About 414, Canterbury Road, Folkestone
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