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Detached house
7 bed
4 bath
EPC rating: D*
3,013 sq ft / 280 sq m

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band F
Broadband: Super-fast 75Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Handsome Period House
  • Prestigious West End location
  • Circa 4268 sq ft of versatile accommodation
  • Wealth of original features throughout
  • Three Reception rooms
  • Kitchen/Breakfast room, Cellar
  • Five Bedrooms (two en-suite), Family Bathroom
  • Self Contained Two Bedroom Annexe
  • Delightful gardens
  • Garage & parking
DESCRIPTION
Set in the beautiful West End of Folkestone this magnificent home boasts a staggering 4268 sq feet of accommodation. Benefiting from a traditional layout the space gives opportunity for a splendid family home as well as being easily capable of housing multi- generational or extended family groups in extreme comfort. The owners have maintained the house in a ready to move into condition, the room layouts and numerous bathrooms have been decorated and fitted with close attention to function as well as being aesthetically pleasing. Ample access from all sides and well tended gardens add to the charm of this timeless home. Should the owner wish, the extra accommodation can easily provide a healthy income with short term or holiday lets as well as temporary housing from the many language schools in the area.

The accommodation comprises an entrance vestibule opening to an impressive drawing room with a wonderful staircase flooded with light from the original stained glass window above it and an inviting open fire within an exceptional surround. The sitting room is a beautifully proportioned space as is the large dining room which leads to an orangery. The inner hall accesses the kitchen/breakfast room, utility room and cloakroom. There is also a cellar. On the first floor the delightful galleried landing leads to five bedrooms, one currently used as a study, two with en-suite shower rooms and a family bathroom. On the second floor, served by its own entrance, is a self contained two bedroom annexe with its own sitting room and separate kitchen.

The house occupies a generous plot with attractive, mature gardens to the front and rear with a large terrace, ideal for alfresco entertaining and substantial workshop. There is also ample parking and a detached single garage. EPC Rating Band D and the flat, Band E.

SITUATION
Turketel Road is a particularly desirable address within Folkestone's sought after West End within a short, level walk from Folkestone West Station and Folkestone Central from where the High Speed Link service to London, St Pancras is available (journey times of around 53 minutes). The M20 (Junction 13), the Channel Tunnel Terminal and Ferry Port of Dover are all within easy reach, being 1.5, 3 and 9 miles away respectively.

The Leas Promenade with pleasant walks, fine views of the English Channel to France, bandstand and concert hall, is also only a short walk away from where paths lead down to the long stretches of shingle beach, coastal park and the recently revitalised Harbour Arm with champagne bar, live music etc. There are a number of outstanding schools in the vicinity, including boys' and girls' grammar schools. A ten minute walk from a regional centres of excellence for hockey and cricket, with a new athletics facility scheduled to be completed later this year. A wide range of sporting clubs can be found in the area, including watersports.

The Cinque Ports Town of Hythe, approximately 4 miles distant, provides a wide range of amenities including 4 supermarkets (including Waitrose, Sainsburys and Aldi), various independent shops and restaurants (All times and distances are approximate).

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    Lawrence & Co thrives on a proven history of success established over the past 43 years from when Tim Lawrence first set out in practice in Hythe. With roots dating back to 1827 and the days of Finnis & Ronalds, the company can offer connections in the local community which remain unchallenged by our contemporaries. Lawrence & Co comprises a close team with a combined experience in estate agency of over 100 years. All of our staff are residents of Hythe and can offer unrivalled local knowledge of the town and surrounding areas. If you are looking for an estate agent with unrivalled local knowledge, wide experience and who can offer a highly professional service tailored to achieve the best possible price for your house, Lawrence & Co are the right choice for you.

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    Broadband availability and predicted speed: obtained from Ofcom on February 8, 2022

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