Shalmsford Street, Chartham

A lovely semi-detached family home offering generous living accommodation, driveway parking and a beautiful south-facing garden which has direct access to the recreation field and children's play park behind perfect for young families. The property enjoys a convenient position on Shalmsford Street, within a short walk of the primary school and the Firs Nursery.

This lovely home is very attractive from the front, with a newly laid resin driveway providing easy off-road parking for two cars side by side. Inside, the property offers spacious and flexible living accommodation, well designed for modern family life. There is a generous living room, with plenty of room for large sofas, ideal for relaxing together and hosting family events. A set of double doors then opens through to a bright and airy dining room which has French doors out to the garden patio. This is a wonderfully versatile room, which if not used for a dining room, could be used as a children's playroom or hobby room. It has a beautiful outlook onto the garden so is a very peaceful and pleasant room to be in. In addition to the two reception rooms, there is a further room providing an office space, ideal for those who work from home.

A modern, high-specification kitchen completes the ground floor and is a real stand out feature of the property. It has a beautiful range of sleek and stylish cabinets and worktops, providing excellent workspace and storage. Under cabinet lighting adds a contemporary finish and integrated appliances include a fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, double oven and a large gas hob.

Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable double bedrooms. The main bedroom is particularly spacious, with integrated storage and there would be plenty of scope to add an en-suite bathroom if desired. The two bedrooms to the rear are beautiful, light-filled rooms and have a lovely outlook onto the recreation field behind. There is a practical family bathroom which features a bath with a shower over and a vanity unit, and there is a separate WC.

OUTSIDE:

The property benefits from a delightful rear garden which is beautifully established. It has been landscaped, with a generous patio area for outdoor dining and relaxation, and the area directly outside of the dining room has been utilised well to create a cosy outdoor space. There is an electric awning which creates an outdoor/indoor vibe and makes it a usable space even when the weather gets a little cooler. In the summer, the awning provides some welcome shade from warm sun.

The garden is full of established shrubs, flowering plants and fragrant herbs such as rosemary and eucalyptus a real treat for the senses! To the rear of the garden, you will find a built-in corner seating area, providing a cosy nook to enjoy some peace and quiet and there is a large shed providing secure storage or a great workshop for someone.

A gate at the rear of the garden leads directly onto the recreation field, offering an extended play space for children and there is a play park, perfect for keeping the children occupied in the summer holidays!

Beyond the recreation field, you have access to some beautiful walks through the lakes and surrounding countryside and woodland, ideal for those with dogs.

The owners have ensured the property is as energy efficient as can be, taking advantage of the garden's sunny aspect and installing solar panels on the roof, helping to reduce the running costs. There is also a large boarded loft space, which has a pull down ladder, ideal for storage.

LOCATION:

The property enjoys a convenient location within the village, a short walk from the primary school and the highly regarded Firs Nursery. It is quick and easy to get onto the A28 commuter route between Canterbury and Ashford and Chartham has a mainline train station, with direct services into London. The village is an ideal place to bring up a family and has so much to offer children of all ages as well as the adults. There is a warm community spirit, with children's sports clubs and both the church and village hall offer activities for all the family. There are two doctor's surgeries within the village as well as a number of village stores and two excellent pubs.

There are plenty of stunning countryside and woodland walks, accessible from your doorstep and wonderful cycling routes. You have a cycle path which runs along the River Stour straight into Canterbury, perfect for a leisurely bike ride on a summer's day.

Canterbury offers an excellent selection of secondary schools which include grammar, comprehensive and private schools

Council Tax
Canterbury City Council, Band D

Notice
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