Property description

Built in 1907, Rye House is an endearing detached home situated within a highly desirable road just off the seafront with stunning sea views from the first floor.
Enjoyed by the owners for nearly 47 years, the property is In need of updating throughout and occupies a wide plot measuring 93' x 59' (28.38m x 18.12m), offering tremendous further development potential.
A large reception hall provides an immediate sense of grandeur with an attractive balustrade staircase proving to be a real focal point.
The sitting room lies to the front of the house with a corner bay window overlooking a veranda and a feature porthole window adding to an already charming room. The kitchen and dining room feature at the rear of the property with a side lobby and cloakroom.
The first floor presents three bedrooms and a bathroom. The second bedroom boasts sea views via patio doors that open onto a great size balcony.
The rear garden is a great blank canvas for those green fingered and a veranda is found at the front of the property. A driveway leads to detached garage with power and light.
Take advantage of this incredibly rare opportunity and book your viewing today. No chain.

Location:
Victoria Drive is a small, quiet road just off the Western Esplanade in Herne Bay which is an extremely popular coastal town benefitting from a range of local amenities including retail outlets and educational facilities. There are also a good range of leisure amenities including rowing, sailing and yacht clubs along with a swimming pool and cinema. An array coffee shops, independent eateries and good restaurants are found within the town centre. The mainline railway station (approximately 1 mile distant) offers fast and frequent links to London Victoria in approximately 85 minutes as well as London St Pancras in approximately 87mins. The property also offers excellent access to the A299 which gives access to the A2/ M2 motorway network. The working harbour town of Whitstable is only 5 miles distant which enjoys a variety of shopping, educational and leisure amenities including sailing, water sports and bird watching, as well as the seafood restaurants for which it has become renowned. The City of Canterbury is approximately eight miles distant with its Cathedral, theatre and cultural amenities, as well as benefiting from excellent public and state schools. The City also boasts the facilities of a major shopping centre enjoying a range of mainstream retail outlets as well as many individual shops.

Non Approved Property Details

Entrance Hall - 18' 10 x 8' 1 (5.75m x 2.47m)

Stained wood front entrance door. Radiator. Windows. Power points. Balustrade staircase to first floor.

Sitting Room - 14' 6 x 12' 9 Extending To 16' 4 (4.42m x 3.89m)

Corner bay window to front and side overlooking the front garden. Two radiators. Power points.

Kitchen - 11' 3 x 8' 1 (3.43m x 2.47m)

The kitchen is planned with a matching range of wall and base units arranged on two walls with inset stainless steel sink unit. Work surfaces. Plumbing for washing machine. Wall mounted Worcester gas boiler. Windows to side. Power points.

Dining Room - 12' 11 x 12' 8 Plus Two Alcoves (3.94m x 3.87m)

Feature brick fireplace. Bay window to rear overlooking the rear garden. Door to large cupboard. Radiator. Power points.

Side Lobby

Door from dining room. Large cupboard.

Cloakroom

Close coupled WC. Window.

Landing

Access to loft.

Bedroom One - 14' 7 x 13' 0 (4.45m x 3.97m)

Window to front. Built in double wardrobe cupboards with shelves and hanging space. Bed bridging unit providing additional storage space. Radiator. Power points.

Bedroom Two - 12' 2 x 9' 11 (3.71m x 3.03m)

Patio doors to side providing sea views and opening to a balcony. Radiator. Power points. Door to balcony.

Balcony - 16' 3 x 6' 10 (4.96m x 2.09m)

Bedroom Three - 9' 11 x 8' 11 (3.03m x 2.72m)

Window to side. Radiator. Power points.

Bathroom - 12' 4 x 5' 1 (3.76m x 1.55m)

Suite comprising double fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, and low level WC. Frosted windows to side.

Rear Garden - 60' 1 x 49' 9 (18.31m x 15.16m)

Extending to 64' (19.6m) down the side. Mainly laid to lawn with flower beds, bushes and shrubs. Side access both sides. Access to rear garden.

Detached Garage - 18' 0 x 9' 6 (5.49m x 2.9m)

Detached garage with up and over door. Window. Power points and light.

Total Plot Size - 93' 1 x 59' 5 (28.38m x 18.12m)

Main Services

The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, gas, drainage and a telephone line. All services will be subject to the appropriate companies transfer conditions.

Heating

Central heating is provided by a gas fired boiler situated in the kitchen and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars.

Windows

The windows are a mixture of double glazed and single glazed units.

Tenure

The property is to be sold Freehold with vacant possession.

Council Tax

We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band E. The amount payable under tax band E for the year 2021/2022 is £2,441.89.

Viewing

Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and 10am to 4pm on Sundays.

Agent Notes

Kent Estate Agencies gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any floor plans, plans or mapping and measurements are approximate quoted in metric with imperial equivalents. All are for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The measurements are provided in accordance with the R.I.C.S. Code of Measuring Practice 6th edition.<br />We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Prospective purchasers or lessees should seek their own professional advice. Kent Estate Agencies retain the copyright in all advertising material used to market this property.<br />No person in the employment of Kent Estate Agencies has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Purchase prices, rents or other prices quoted are correct at the date of publication and, unless otherwise stated, exclusive of VAT.<br />For a free valuation of your property contact the number on this brochure.
Amenities

Endearing Detached Period Home

Just Off The Seafront With Sea Views

Three Bedrooms &amp; Two Reception Rooms

Total Plot Measuring 93' x 59' (28.38m x 18.12m)

Built In 1907 With An Abundance Of Character

Spacious Reception Hall

Balcony With Sea Views Off Bedroom Two

Incredible Further Development Potential

Highly Desirable Location

Extremely Rare Opportunity - No Forward Chain