3 bed semi-detached house for sale

Bakers Lane, Chartham CT4

Guide price £330,000 - £340,000

*Awaiting EPC*

A well-presented three-bedroom semi-detached home, dating back to the 1930s when it was originally built for workers at the iconic Chartham Paper Mill. The property retains some lovely character features, including an attractive exposed-brick fireplace in the sitting room and distinctive stained-glass windows, while outside there is a generous rear garden with a variety of fruit trees and a substantial timber shed.

The property occupies an elevated position just off Shalmsford Street, in the desirable and well-connected village of Chartham, a short distance from Canterbury. It is conveniently situated within easy walking distance of the primary school, nursery and mainline railway station, which offers direct services to London and is just one stop from Canterbury West, with its high-speed service to St Pancras.

Mature hedging and planting provide a good degree of privacy to the front, with a pathway leading up to the front door, which is sheltered beneath an entrance canopy. The door opens into an entrance hallway with useful built-in storage beneath the stairs. To the right is a charming sitting room, where a large curved bay window allows plenty of natural light to fill the space. An attractive exposed-brick fireplace with a solid-fuel stove forms a lovely focal point, complemented by picture rails and wall panelling which add further character.

Beyond is a spacious dining room, flowing naturally through a wide opening into the kitchen to create a wonderfully sociable arrangement with plenty of room for family dining and entertaining. The kitchen is fitted with a range of characterful wooden wall and base units, complemented by dark work surfaces and tiled splashbacks. There is ample space for appliances, together with a substantial range-style cooker, while a large window overlooks the rear garden and a door provides direct access outside.

Completing the ground floor is a well-appointed modern bathroom, finished with classic metro-style tiling. The white suite comprises a bath with rainfall shower over, wash hand basin and WC, together with a chrome heated towel rail.

Upstairs are three bedrooms. The principal bedroom is positioned at the front of the property and features a large bay window with a pleasant outlook and a partial view towards the neighbouring field. There is ample room for bedroom furniture as well as useful built-in storage. A further double bedroom overlooks the rear, alongside a third single bedroom which would work equally well as a child's bedroom, nursery or home office.

Outside:

Outside, the property enjoys a generous rear garden, providing plenty of room for relaxing, playing and entertaining. A paved patio creates a natural spot for outdoor dining, which then opens onto an extensive lawn born with attractive mature planting. The garden also features a variety of established fruit trees, including apple, pear and plum, adding both character and season interest.

Towards the rear is a further landscaped area, pleasantly screen by established trees and shrubs and currently home to a substantial timber shed providing excellent storage. This part of the garden offers plenty of scope for those looking to create a more substantial garden cabin or home office, making it particularly appealing for anyone working from home while retaining ample garden space.

A side gate provides useful access back round to the front of the house. There is plenty of parking available on the road, just moments from your front door.

Location:

Chartham is a lovely village, which is well-connected, offering quick and easy access into both Canterbury and Ashford. The property enjoys an extremely convenient position in the village, within a short walk to the primary school and Firs Nursery. It is an ideal place to bring up a family and has so much to offer adults and children of all ages. There is a warm community spirit, with children's sports clubs, and both the church and village hall offer activities for all the family. There are two fantastic doctor's surgeries, two lovely pubs, convenience stores and Chartham even has its very own vineyard, where you can enjoy a day sampling some delicious local wines and taking a stroll around the vines.

Chartham has a mainline train station, with direct trains to London so is a great area for commuters to base themselves. There is also a regular bus service, with buses into both Canterbury and Ashford. There are plenty of stunning countryside and woodland walks, accessible from your doorstep and wonderful cycling routes. You have a cycle path which runs along the River Stour straight into Canterbury, perfect for a leisurely bike ride on a summer's day.

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