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A distinctive detached home conveniently positioned close to the centre of Canterbury.
Description Set in a highly desirable and convenient position, 70 New Dover Road presents an excellent opportunity to acquire a substantial three bedroom detached property with the considerable benefit of off road parking and a separate studio annexe.
The property is approached over a gravel drive to a parking area enclosed by two brick walls.
Constructed of brick and rendered elevations under a Kent peg tiled roof the main house offers well proportioned accommodation arranged over the principal living spaces, with three bedrooms and a versatile layout suited to both family life and entertaining.
Generous windows provide good levels of natural light, while the detached nature of the property creates a sense of privacy.
The ground floor consists of a welcoming entrance hall with stairs to the first floor and doors off to the reception room with attractive parquet flooring, stone fireplace and French doors to the light and bright conservatory providing access to the garden.
The kitchen is fitted with attractive base and wall units housing various integrated appliances.
The first floor provides three bedrooms, two with views over the garden and a family bathroom with a luxurious roll top and claw foot bath.
A particular feature of the property is the separate studio annexe, providing valuable additional accommodation.
Equally suited to use as a home office, guest accommodation, creative studio or independent living space, it offers considerable flexibility for modern lifestyles.
The rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn with mature shrubs and trees. An inviting summerhouse is located in a corner and a substantial terrace provides a delightful entertaining space.
The garden is accessed from the house and two side gates.
Location New Dover Road is conveniently situated for access to the historic city of Canterbury, with its celebrated cathedral, extensive shopping and dining facilities, cultural attractions and excellent range of schools.
Canterbury boasts many highly regarded primary schools and secondary schools such as The King’s School Canterbury, St Edmunds, and Kent College and the University of Kent, University for the Creative Arts, Canterbury Christ Church University, and Canterbury College make Canterbury an ideal hub for higher education.
Local schools and facilities include the Simon Langton Boys and Girls grammar schools, and St Anselm's Catholic School, the Kent and Canterbury Hospital, and the Kent County St.
Lawrence Ground for the cricket lovers. Situated to the South of the city, the property is in an ideal location for easy access of the city centre and all its amenities.
Whilst there is a regular bus, and Park and Ride service into the city. Amenities include an excellent modern shopping centre, and a range of boutique shops along the King’s Mile.
The city is also well known for its cultural interests, including the Marlowe Theatre, the Gulbenkian Arts Centre and the Beaney House of Art & Knowledge.
Canterbury has two mainline railway stations, with Canterbury West offering the High Speed Rail to St Pancras International in a little over 50 minutes.
The property is also within close driving distance of the A2, with links to the Channel Port of Dover, and London and the coastal towns via Brenley Corner at Faversham.
Ashford International railway station (approx.
15 miles) connects several railway lines, including High Speed Rail to St Pancras International in a little over 30 minutes, and the Southeastern Mainline.
Square Footage: 1,309 sq ft Directions Directions: What3words: Serve.market.league Additional Info Services: All mains services connected Council Tax: Currently business rates
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