5 bed detached house for sale

Sparrow Drive, Chattenden, Rochester, Kent ME3

Priced from £700,000 to £750,000
Exceptional Detached Family Home with Gated Entrance & Double Garage. High Specification Throughout. Chattenden, Rochester (ME3 8GB)
This impressive modern detached residence offers substantial and beautifully presented accommodation, finished to a high standard of décor throughout. Located within a sought-after semi-rural setting in Chattenden, the property combines privacy, space, and contemporary living, further enhanced by a gated entrance, generous driveway, and double garage-making it an ideal long-term family home.

Property Description
The ground floor provides a welcoming and well-balanced layout designed for both family life and entertaining. A central hallway gives access to a selection of spacious reception areas, including a bright and comfortable sitting room (5.87m x 3.95m / 19'3" x 13'0"), ideal for relaxing with family.
To the rear, the heart of the home is the impressive open-plan kitchen/breakfast room (6.85m x 3.62m / 22'6" x 11'11"), featuring modern fitted units, generous worktop space, and room for dining, with doors opening out to the garden. A separate family room (3.47m x 3.44m / 11'5" x 11'3") provides further versatile living space, perfect for use as a playroom, snug, or home office.
Additional ground floor benefits include a cloakroom/W.C., utility-style areas, and a striking bar area (3.08m x 2.31m / 10'1" x 7'7"), enhancing the property’s entertaining appeal.

Upstairs, the property continues to impress with five well-proportioned bedrooms, arranged around a spacious landing. The principal bedroom (4.88m x 3.74m / 16'0" x 12'3") features an en-suite bathroom, while the remaining bedrooms offer excellent space and flexibility:

Bedroom 2: 3.46m x 3.08m (11'4" x 10'1")
Bedroom 3: 4.05m x 3.05m (13'3" x 10'0")
Bedroom 4: 3.67m x 3.07m (12'0" x 10'1")
Bedroom 5: 3.75m x 2.26m (12'4" x 7'5")

A modern family bathroom serves the additional bedrooms, finished in keeping with the home’s high standard.
The property offers an overall floor area of approximately 2,220 sq.ft (207 sq.m) including the garage, providing generous living space for a growing family.

Outside
Set behind secure gated access, the property enjoys a high degree of privacy. A substantial driveway provides ample off-road parking for multiple vehicles, leading to a detached double garage (7.00m x 6.09m / 23'0" x 20'0").
The rear garden offers an excellent outdoor space, ideal for entertaining, dining, or relaxing, with scope for further landscaping if desired.

Location – Chattenden, Rochester (ME3 8GB)
Chattenden is a popular semi-rural village located on the Hoo Peninsula, offering a peaceful lifestyle while remaining well connected. The area benefits from:

Local amenities including shops and convenience stores
Nearby schools, including the well-regarded Chattenden Primary School and access to secondary schools in Hoo and Strood
Easy access to Rochester, Strood, and Chatham, providing a wider range of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities
Excellent road links via the A228, A2, M2, and M25, ideal for commuters
Nearby mainline rail services from Strood and Rochester, with high-speed links into London

The surrounding countryside, woodland, and coastal areas provide excellent opportunities for outdoor activities, making this location particularly appealing to families and those seeking a balance between town and country living.

Key Features

Modern detached family home
Five bedrooms
Multiple reception rooms
Stunning kitchen/breakfast room
En-suite to principal bedroom
High standard of décor throughout
Gated property with excellent privacy
Large driveway with ample off-road parking
Detached double garage
Approx. 2,220 sq.ft of accommodation
Sought-after semi-rural location

A truly exceptional home offering space, privacy, and quality-early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything this property has to offer.