7 bedroom detached house for sale

Set within an expansive plot of approximately 0.71 acres, this elegant five-bedroom detached family home offers a rare opportunity to own a charming period home in the sought-after village of Harbledown. Adding to its appeal is a spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom self-contained detached annexe, perfect for multi-generational living or guest accommodation. There is also scope for significant extension to the main house, subject to the necessary planning permissions.

On entering, you are greeted by the spacious proportions and period charm of this much loved family home. The two front reception rooms boast elegant features including fireplaces, original doors, picture rails and stripped floorboards. A double-aspect study provides a tranquil workspace with views over the delightful gardens. To the rear, the kitchen overlooks the gardens and connects to a bright conservatory.

Upstairs, a generous landing leads to five well-proportioned bedrooms, a family bathroom and a Jack and Jill en-suite shower room.

The detached annexe offers a contemporary, bright open-plan living area with a sitting room, dining room and kitchen. Its vaulted ceiling with Velux windows floods the space with natural light. The annexe has two bedrooms, including one with an en-suite shower room, and a family shower room, making it an ideal independent living space. The beautifully maintained gardens offer a private and peaceful retreat.

The property is set high above the quiet no through road, offering a great sense of seclusion and privacy rarely found with a property just moments from the city centre. A 20-minute walk away is Canterbury West railway station with its high-speed links to London St Pancras in just 56 minutes. There are excellent road connections, with the A2 just a minute’s drive away, leading to the M2 and wider motorway network. Within a short drive are Blean Primary School, currently rated 'Outstanding' by OFSTED, the University of Kent, St Edmund's School and Kent College.