Property description

Westwood Drive, Canterbury

Property Description: Guide Price £350,000 - £375,000. This immaculate two bed top floor apartment is ideally located close to the city centre with spectacular views of the river Stour. Entry to the apartment is via key fob and there is also lift access which takes you to the top floor. The entrance hallway has two double doored cupboards, one of which provides a utility area with space for a washer/drier and useful tall shelving unit. A further single doored cupboard provides even more convenient storage. The open plan living/dining room is wonderfully lit with natural light flooding in from the dual aspect windows. There is plenty of space for a dining table and home furnishings making this room ideal for entertaining and relaxing. The single French door leading out to the balcony is located in this room giving you the added benefit of taking in the fresh air whilst enjoying your morning coffee or an evening glass of wine against the backdrop and tranquil sound of the River Stour. The modern kitchen is fitted with high gloss white units and sparkling quartz tile flooring. There are integrated appliances including an electric oven and hob with an extractor hood above, a fridge freezer and a dishwasher. The main bedroom has fitted sliding wardrobes and an en-suite shower room and benefits from a Juliette balcony overlooking the development. The modern en-suite shower room has a large built in feature mirror, and chrome heated towel rail. There is a double shower unit making great use of the space. The generously sized second double bedroom also comes with fitted sliding wardrobes giving you plenty more storage space. The family bathroom also has a large built in feature mirror, chrome heated towel rail and is fitted with a modern suite. There is a shower over the bath giving you the luxury option of a relaxing soak or a refreshing shower. This property is neutrally decorated throughout in a contemporary style with light oak laminate flooring and feature LED spotlights in the ceiling. It has been lovingly cared for by the current owners from new. Available fully furnished by separate negotiation.

Outside: The front of the development is beautiful, with the river Stour running along either side. Allocated parking for one car is within the apartment block itself, with secure entry direct into the foyer area and kept secure by radio controlled electric gate system and CCTV monitoring. Visitor parking is also available. A high security bicycle store is conveniently located within the parking garage. The spacious balcony has spectacular leafy views looking across the development and over the river Stour. There is space for outdoor furnishings such as a bistro set of table and chairs. The balcony is the perfect sun trap in the summer months where you can really relax whilst enjoying the vibrant views.

Location: Westwood Drive is located on the sought after Kingsbrook Park development. Kingsbrook Park is approximately 0.8 miles from the vibrant city centre. The Great Stour runs either side of the development with allotments to the North and Kingsmead Playing Field to the West. To the South is the new ‘Riverside’ development, which will boasts Curzon’s new 5 screen cinema, as well as restaurants and bars that will wrap around a new public square, conveniently accessible by footbridge, but still situated so noise does not reach the apartment. Sainsbury's supermarket is just 0.4 miles on foot whilst for those wishing to commute, Canterbury West train station is just 0.7 miles away offering a high speed service to the London St Pancras. Canterbury is steeped in history yet offers those in need of retail therapy a diverse mix of independent and well known chain brands. Restaurants serve dishes from around the globe whilst the Marlowe and Gulbenkian theatres offer a range of entertainment for all ages. Canterbury is also well known for its excellent educational facilities with two universities and highly regarded primary and secondary schools in both the state and private sector.

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Local Authority: Canterbury City Council . Kent County Council Services: Gas central heating, mains electricity, drainage & water also satellite & terrestrial TV and fibre broadband internet.

Tenure: The property is leasehold and offered with vacant possession upon completion. Service charges and ground rent apply, these are approximately £2,000 and £250 per annum respectively. There is approximately 110 years remaining on the lease.
Amenities

Immaculately presented 2 bedroom top floor apartment in highly popular development

Superb open plan living/dining room ideal for entertaining

High spec kitchen with integrated appliances plus separate utility room

Balcony with spectacular views of the river Stour

2 double bedrooms with built in wardrobes both with mirrored sliding doors

En-suite to the main bedroom & stylish family bathroom

Entry via key fob & lift access to top floor

Secure, allocated underground parking for 1 car within the apartment block

Available immediately, no onward chain

Less than 1 mile to Canterbury West with high speed links to St Pancras