2 bed flat for sale

Keepers Close, Canterbury CT1

What you’ll love

• Watching The Cricket From Your Balcony

• Peaceful Penthouse Position

• Having Separate Living And Kitchen Spaces

• The Flexibility Of A Second Bedroom

• Walk In Wardrobe Off The Master Bedroom

• Feeling Part Of A Friendly Community

• Easy Day To Day Living And Security

• Being Close To Canterbury And Local Amenities

Guide Price £585,000-£600,000. Positioned within the highly regarded Freeman House over-55s development in Canterbury, this beautifully presented penthouse apartment offers bright, spacious living with a genuine sense of comfort, security and community. What immediately sets this home apart is its outlook. From the private balcony, there are uninterrupted views across Canterbury Cricket Ground, a rare and ever-changing backdrop that gives the apartment a real sense of openness and calm throughout the year.

The main living and dining room feels both spacious and welcoming, with plenty of natural light coming through due to the elevated penthouse position. It’s a room that comfortably handles both quieter days at home and time spent entertaining family and friends. Doors open directly onto the balcony, making the most of the cricket ground views and creating an easy connection between inside and out.

Importantly, the kitchen sits separately from the main living space, something many buyers still prefer. Well fitted with integrated appliances including an oven, microwave and fridge freezer, the kitchen has been designed to feel practical and easy to use while still maintaining a quality finish.

The addition of a separate utility room also helps keep day-to-day living organised and uncluttered, giving valuable extra storage and workspace away from the main kitchen.

The master bedroom is a particularly impressive part of the apartment. Generous in size and dual aspect, it enjoys windows overlooking the cricket ground, allowing natural light to move through the room throughout the day. Alongside this is a walk-in wardrobe and dressing area, creating a proper suite feel rather than simply a bedroom. The spacious en-suite shower room adds to the overall comfort and practicality of the space.

The second bedroom offers excellent flexibility depending on lifestyle, equally suited as a guest bedroom, reading room or hobby space,

Additional features throughout the apartment reflect how thoughtfully the property has been maintained over time. These include electric underfloor heating, an airflow filtration system, awning fitted to the balcony for additional comfort during warmer months.

Freeman House continues to be one of Canterbury’s most well-regarded later living developments because it offers more than just secure accommodation. Residents benefit from a welcoming community atmosphere, communal lounge, landscaped gardens, guest suite for visiting family, mobility scooter store and a 24-hour Careline system providing reassurance while still maintaining independence.

The location also works particularly well for everyday convenience. Canterbury city centre is easily accessible, regular bus routes are nearby and Sainsbury’s is within easy reach for day-to-day shopping. For many buyers looking to remain independent while simplifying life slightly, this balance between privacy, community and accessibility is exactly what makes Freeman House so appealing.

For the current owners, it’s been the sense of peace, light and ever-changing outlook that has made this apartment feel so special.

Location Highlights:

Exclusive over 55s development overlooking the Kent County Cricket Ground.

Approximately 5 minutes’ walk to Sainsbury’s Local for everyday essentials.

Bus stop just 1–2 minutes away with regular services into Canterbury city centre.

Canterbury city centre is under 1 mile away with shops, cafés and restaurants nearby.

Doctors surgery and local pharmacy are both within approximately 10 minutes’ walk.

Approximately 20 minutes’ walk to Canterbury East railway station with links to London and the Kent coast.

Convenient access to Kent & Canterbury Hospital.

Nearby riverside walks and green open spaces to enjoy