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About
A well-presented four-bedroom detached residence situated on an incredibly desirable road in the sought-after St. Stephen's area of Canterbury.
The property is within walking distance of the city centre, the University of Kent and Canterbury West Station, where high-speed rail services provide excellent links to London St. Pancras.
This lovely property would make an excellent family home, particularly given its proximity to the highly regarded St. Stephen's Junior School.
Its convenient location is equally appealing as children grow older and gain their independence, with the city centre easily accessible on foot, by bicycle or by bus.
The property has been meticulously maintained by the current owners, who have made considerable efforts to improve its energy efficiency and running costs, including the installation of solar panels and additional insulation.
The property enjoys plenty of kerb appeal, with an attractive front garden featuring a mature ornamental tree, together with a generous block-paved driveway providing ample off-road parking.
The driveway also gives access to the integral garage and benefits from an EV charging point.
The front door opens into a useful porch, providing space for coats and shoes, before a further door leads into a spacious and welcoming entrance hall.
The ground floor offers particularly versatile accommodation, including a large double bedroom with an en-suite shower room featuring a generous walk-in shower.
This room is ideal for visiting guests, older children or anyone requiring ground-floor bedroom accommodation.
To the front of the property is a spacious sitting room with large windows allowing plenty of natural light to fill the room.
Modern lvt flooring flows from the entrance hall into the sitting room and through to the generous dining room, creating a cohesive feel and providing an excellent space for both everyday family dining and entertaining.
Adjacent to the dining room is the kitchen, fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units providing plenty of storage and worktop space.
Appliances include an integrated double neff oven and gas hob, with additional space for a dishwasher and fridge. The property also benefits from a fitted water filtration system and a water softener.
Sliding doors from the dining room open into a wonderful conservatory, creating a fantastic extension of the living accommodation.
Spacious and filled with natural light, there is ample room for both dining and comfortable seating, while extensive glazing provides an attractive outlook over the rear garden.
Ideal for entertaining, relaxing or simply enjoying the garden throughout the seasons, the conservatory also benefits from an air-conditioning unit which provides cooling during the warmer months and heating in winter, allowing the room to be comfortably enjoyed all year round.
A door from the conservatory leads into a useful utility room, fitted with additional cabinetry and providing space for a washing machine, tumble dryer and further appliances.
From here, there is access into the integral garage, which incorporates an unique temperature-controlled storage room, previously used by the owners as a dedicated wine room.
Completing the ground-floor accommodation is a useful WC. Upstairs, there are three further bedrooms and a spacious family bathroom.
The principal bedroom is a generous double with a pleasant outlook over the rear garden and fitted wardrobes providing excellent storage.
The second bedroom is also a good-sized double, while the third is a generous single bedroom which also benefits from fitted wardrobes.
The family bathroom is spacious and well appointed, fitted with a white suite comprising a bath with electric shower and glazed screen, wash hand basin set within a useful vanity unit, and WC.
Outside: To the rear is an attractive and established garden offering a lovely combination of lawn, mature planting and dedicated seating areas.
Designed with ease of maintenance in mind, the garden features well-stocked borders, established shrubs and trees, while a paved patio provides an ideal setting for outdoor dining and entertaining.
Mature hedging and fenced boundaries provide a good degree of privacy, and a timber summerhouse to the rear provides useful garden storage. Location: The sought-after St.
Stephen's area is particularly popular with families and commuters, thanks to its excellent schooling, strong sense of community and convenient on-foot access to the city centre and Canterbury West Station, with its high-speed rail links to London St.
Pancras. St. Stephen's Junior School, a highly regarded primary school, is just a short walk away, while Kent College Junior School and Blean Primary School are also within easy reach.
For older children, Canterbury offers an excellent selection of secondary education, with a wide choice of grammar, comprehensive and independent schools.
There are plenty of green spaces nearby, including local playgrounds, playing fields and Beverley Meadow, providing excellent opportunities for families and those who enjoy the outdoors.
At the heart of the local community is the charming Ye Olde Beverlie, a traditional pub and popular neighbourhood meeting place.
Everyday amenities are also conveniently close at hand, including a local convenience store, Post Office and pharmacy.
For leisure and fitness, there are excellent facilities nearby, including well-equipped gyms and swimming pools, while Canterbury city centre provides an extensive selection of shops, restaurants, cafés, cultural attractions and entertainment what3words /// elite.skid.cans Notice Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services.
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About 30, The Crescent, Canterbury
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