5 bedroom detached house for sale

Situated within the popular hamlet of Acol, Birchington, this beautifully presented 4/5-bedroom detached family home offers a unique blend of period charm, modern living, and breathtaking outdoor space — all set on a generous and mature plot.

Lovingly and sympathetically modernised by the current owners over the past 20 years, the property retains a wealth of character features, including high ceilings and fireplaces, all of which add to its distinctive warmth and appeal.

Once inside, it becomes clear that this is not just a house, but a lifestyle — a rare countryside gem that offers both space and soul.

The ground floor offers a versatile and well-thought-out layout, with two elegant front reception rooms, a spacious kitchen that opens into a light-filled, triple-aspect conservatory, and an additional reception room offering further access to the garden — ideal for family living or entertaining. A utility room and cloakroom and cellar complete the ground floor.

Upstairs, the first floor hosts a guest suite with en-suite facilities, two further double bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a study/bedroom five. The top floor is home to a generous master suite with elevated views over the fields, a large en-suite bathroom, walk-in wardrobe, and extensive eaves storage.

The rear garden is a true highlight — expansive, beautifully landscaped, and full of surprise and delight. A stunning raised terrace offers panoramic views over the entire garden, which stretches out almost as far as the eye can see. Divided into multiple zones, the garden includes a sunken walled lawn area perfect for entertaining, as well as a wealth of mature trees and shrubs that create a serene, and beautiful setting. This outdoor space offers immense potential for a range of buyers — from keen gardeners and families to those seeking a peaceful retreat or space for future additions.

To the front, there is ample off-street parking for several cars, a garage, and convenient side access to the rear garden.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a home that not only offers generous internal space and period character, but also a truly exceptional garden and lifestyle. Properties of this nature and setting are few and far between — this one really does need to be seen to be believed.

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Location Summary: The Hamlet of Acol, one of the smallest communities in Thanet, is conveniently situated within easy reach of Birchington; with its highly regarded schools, bustling high street and mainline train station as well as offering excellent road access to Canterbury and the M2 to London. Acol is steeped in history; close by is the famous chalk pit where Smuggler Bill met with a sticky end as told in the well-known poem ‘The Smuggler’s Leap’. This beautiful hamlet is surrounded by open fields where beyond you may hear music from the ‘Summer Proms’ at our local stately home, Quex Park, on a July summer evening. Not forgetting Quex Barn, a supplier of local produce such as locally farmed beef, seafood and a host of different cheeses which is also only a few minutes’ drive away. Acol boasts a variety of properties from unique period cottages to outstanding barn conversions as well as a selection of family homes and prestigious detached dwellings. It really is perfect if you’re looking for a rural retreat without feeling too isolated where local beaches, Westwood Cross shopping centre and the historic City of Canterbury are all still easily accessible. Not forgetting of course, the ferry ports of Ramsgate and Dover no more than 20-45 minutes’ drive away.