5 bedroom detached house for sale

Exceptional Five Bedroom Detached Family Home in Prestigious Underwood Close, Canterbury

Located in one of Canterbury’s most desirable residential areas, this impressive five bedroom detached home offers a rare opportunity to acquire a property of substantial proportions with both elegance and practicality. Positioned on a wide and well screened plot within the sought after Underwood Close, the home has been thoughtfully maintained and enhanced, making it ideal for modern family living while retaining a timeless appeal.

The ground floor is beautifully balanced and highly versatile. A welcoming entrance hall leads into a formal dining room, perfect for entertaining, alongside a separate study, ideal for working from home. The generous lounge provides a relaxed setting with a bright and airy feel, while the heart of the home is undoubtedly the expansive kitchen with dining and family area. This open plan space is designed to accommodate everyday living, with direct access onto the garden, seamlessly connecting indoors and outdoors. A guest cloakroom (WC) completes the ground floor.

Upstairs, the property continues to impress. There are five spacious bedrooms, each benefiting from ample natural light and pleasant garden or street views. The principal bedroom and a further guest bedroom both enjoy modern en suites, while the remaining rooms are served by a well- appointed family bathroom, ensuring comfort and convenience for all members of the household.

Externally, the property is equally appealing. The house is set on a wide plot with a landscaped, south acing rear garden that provides a wonderful private retreat. Mature borders frame the lawn, while a brick paved patio offers the perfect setting for outdoor dining and summer gatherings. To the front, a double garage and block-paved driveway comfortably accommodate 4 vehicles, making the home both practical and welcoming for family and guests alike.

The property has also benefited from important updates, including the replacement of all double-glazed windows, and fascias, and soffits just two years ago, ensuring energy efficiency and low maintenance for years to come.

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Location Summary

The property is situated within the city of Canterbury, being within easy access of the High Street and all its amenities. These include an excellent modern shopping centre, the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and other colleges, together with an excellent choice of schools in both the public and private sectors. In addition to the High Street is the Kings Mile, which is a lovely mall of boutique style shops, cafes, eateries and public houses.

Sporting and recreational opportunities nearby include: golf at Scotland Hills, Canterbury, sailing at Whitstable Yacht Club and Herne Bay, county cricket at Canterbury and day trips to France via Eurotunnel, all within easy access. In addition, the Marlowe Theatre, the spectacular Beaney House of Art & Knowledge and the Gulbenkian (theatre, cinema and café bar) at the University of Kent, all provide a wealth of excellent entertainment in Canterbury.

Canterbury has two mainline railway stations, with Canterbury West offering the high speed service to London (St Pancras 56 mins). The property is also within easy access of the A2 dual carriageway, which in turn links to the Channel Port of Dover and Brenley Corner at Faversham, adjoining the M2 / A299 (Thanet Way) linking London and the coastal towns respectively. Ashford International (15.4 miles, London St Pancras 38 mins).