Property description

This imposing 1920\‘s period home is arguably one of the largest and finest properties in the centre of coastal Herne Bay.Northdown House offers an incredible 3827sq ft of accommodation (355.5 sq m) with rooms of palatial proportions and abundance of period features throughout.Enjoyed by the current vendors for nearly 15 years, this is a house they had always dreamed of owning, naturally attracted to the beautiful fa?ade and large plot of 0.27 acres.A 22ft reception hall immediately provides a sense of grandeur and the sheer amount of space on offer soon becomes apparent.The study area is just off the reception hall with its original feature fireplace and large bay window to front; an area where the butler once sat to meet and greet guests.There are two principal reception rooms, both superior in size and extremely elegant. The 23ft dining/lounge overlooks and opens out to the secluded south facing rear garden whilst the sitting room lies to the front of the house.The kitchen with solid wood work surfaces has been updated over recent years with attractive, traditional units and is adjacent to the breakfast room which completes the ground floor.The first floor presents four great size double bedrooms and the master bedroom is no exception, measuring an impressive 23\‘ 8 x 16\‘ with a freestanding claw foot bath proving to be wonderfully artistic feature.Two of the bedrooms benefit from en-suite facilities and a luxury family bathroom concludes the first floor.The second floor is equally as spacious with two enormous size bedrooms and a separate bathroom with access to extensive eaves loft space.Externally the property sits nicely within its plot, well screened behind a double height border wall and approached via two gated driveways.The large rear garden enjoys sunshine throughout most of the day, benefitting from a southerly aspect and providing an excellent degree of privacy.A 22ft garden room which could also be a studio or fantastic home office boasts double glazed UPVC windows and a stunning log burner. A large detached garage with workshop to is also found.Northdown House really is a special family home and we strongly advise an internal viewing appointment. Call the exclusive sole agents, Kent Estate Agencies on 01227 367441 for further information.Location:Cecil Park is close to the town centre of Herne Bay and is a road predominantly of beautiful period property.The seafront with stunning walks along \‘The Downs\‘ is just a short walk away with popular cycle paths leading as far as Birchington in one direction and Whitstable in the other. Herne Bay town centre is just moments away where you will find a good range shopping, restaurants leisure amenities including rowing, sailing and yacht clubs along with a swimming pool and cinema. The harbour town of Whitstable is only 5.5 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 Cathedral city of Canterbury is 8.5 miles away with its 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. Excellent transport links are nearby with Herne Bay mainline train station being 1.5 miles away providing direct links to London Victoria in approximately 88 minutes and London St Pancras in approximately 86 minutes. Easy access to the A299 is less than a mile away providing road links to London via the M2.

Non Approved Property Details   


Vestibule   
Partially glazed painted wood front entrance door. Radiator. Stained glass windows. Double height casement doors with stained glass to reception hall.

Reception Hall   22\‘ 0 x 7\‘ 3 (6.71m x 2.21m)
A grand reception hall with a stunning feature balustrade staircase to first floor. Radiator. Cornice ceiling. Under stairs storage cupboard. Power points. Additional storage cupboard.

Study Area   11\‘ 2 x 8\‘ 9 (3.41m x 2.67m)
Original feature fireplace with tiled hearth. Large bay window to front overlooking front garden. Radiator. Power points. Phone point. Wood flooring.

Drawing Room   23\‘ 6 x 15\‘ 7 Plus bay window and recess (7.17m x 4.75m)
Windows to rear overlooking rear garden. Additional bay window to side. Feature period fireplace. Panelled walls. Two radiators. TV point. Power points. French doors to rear garden.

Sitting Room   20\‘ 10 x 13\‘ 11 At maximum points (6.35m x 4.25m)
Feature fireplace. Cornice ceiling. Feature stain glass windows. Bay window to front. Radiator. Power points. TV point. Phone point. Wood flooring.

Breakfast Room   12\‘ 5 x 11\‘ 0 (3.79m x 3.36m)
Built in cupboard with plumbing for washing machine. Overhead storage cupboard. Window to side. Power points. Phone point. Wood flooring. Floor mounted gas fired boiler.

Kitchen   13\‘ 0 x 12\‘ 5 (3.97m x 3.79m)
The kitchen is planned with a matching range of wall and base units arranged on four walls with inset ceramic Belfast sink unit. Solid wood work surfaces. Partially tiled walls. Plumbing for dishwasher. Space for range cooker. Space for fridge/freezer. Windows to side and rear overlooking rear garden. Power points. TV point. Laminate flooring. Door to rear garden.

Landing   
Large landing with window to side. Radiator. Power points. Under stairs storage cupboard. Balustrade staircase leading to second floor.

Master Bedroom   23\‘ 8 x 16\‘ 0 (7.22m x 4.88m)
Windows to side and rear. Two built in double wardrobe cupboards. Freestanding claw foot bath. Pedestal wash hand basin. Two radiators. Power points. Phone point. Wood flooring.

Bedroom Two   13\‘ 7 x 13\‘ 0 (4.15m x 3.97m)
Window to front. Built in double wardrobe cupboards. Power points.

En Suite to Bedroom Two   
Suite comprising fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, and low level WC. Frosted window to side. Tiled flooring.

Bedroom Three   12\‘ 5 x 10\‘ 0 (3.79m x 3.05m)
Window to rear. Radiator. Power points.

En Suite to Bedroom Three   
Suite comprising fully tiled shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, and low level WC. Tiled walls. Frosted window to side.

Bedroom Four   11\‘ 2 x 9\‘ 0 (3.41m x 2.75m)
Window to front. Radiator. Power points. Phone point.

Family Bathroom   11\‘ 0 x 8\‘ 5 (3.36m x 2.57m)
A modern contemporary suite in white comprising roll top bath, separate fully tiled double shower cubicle, countertop wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Two chrome heated towel rails. Partially tiled walls. Windows to side. Tiled flooring.

Second floor Landing   
Airing cupboard. Storage cupboard. Access to loft.

Bedroom Five   23\‘ 4 x 13\‘ 7 (7.12m x 4.15m)
Window to side with extensive views across the town. Two velux windows to rear. Built in wardrobe cupboards. Power points.

Bedroom Six   16\‘ 9 x 13\‘ 5 (5.11m x 4.09m)
Window to front. Built in eaves cupboards. Power points.

Second Floor Bathroom   
Suite in white comprising panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, countertop wash hand basin, and close coupled WC. Easy access to extensive eaves loft storage.

Rear Garden   78\‘ 0 x 76\‘ 0 (23.78m x 23.17m)
The rear garden benefits from a southerly aspect, enjoying sunshine throughout most of the day and provided an excellent degree of privacy. Mainly laid to lawn with flower beds, bushes and shrubs. Timber shed and greenhouse. Side access both sides of the property. Access to garden room/studio. Outside tap.

Garden Room/Studio   22\‘ 8 x 15\‘ 2 (6.91m x 4.78m)
A lovely garden room or ideal for somebody looking to work from home. Windows to side and rear. Log burning stove. Power points. TV aerial. Tiled and laminate flooring.

Front Garden & Driveway   34\‘ 0 x 76\‘ 0 (10.37m x 23.17m)
Double height border wall to front with two gated driveways. Mainly laid with York Stone, flower beds, bushes and shrubs.

Detached Garage   24\‘ 0 x 14\‘ 9 (7.32m x 4.5m)
Power and light. Up and over door to front.

Total Plot Size   
0.27 of an acre

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 and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars.

Windows
The windows are a combination of UPVC double glazed sealed units and secondary glazing.

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 G. The amount payable under tax band G for the year 2016/2017 is £2,586.68.

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 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. The fixtures and fittings and appliances referred to 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. For a free valuation of your property contact the number on this brochure. Printed January 2017

Property Features :

• Substantial 1920´s Period Home
• 3827sq ft (355.5 sq m) Spread Over Three Floors
• Six Double Bedrooms (Two En-Suite)
• Secluded 0.27 Acre Plot
• 23´ Dining Lounge & Large Sitting Room