Ethelbert Road, Canterbury, CT1

Description

Property

The marketing price is competitive reflecting the need for refurbishment for this detached 1960s house that sits proudly on one of Canterbury’s most sought-after roads. The house represents a rare opportunity to purchase in such a premium location. At just under 2,500sqft including the linked attached garage, the house is set back on the plot which enhances privacy. A lateral home that is currently arranged to provide four bedrooms over the first floor. The ground floor comprises a kitchen, dining room and a further reception room, & linked attached garage. The property offers a solid footprint with good proportions throughout. While tired in presentation, it is perfectly liveable and lends itself either to careful renovation and modernisation or to complete redevelopment, subject to the necessary consents.

The plot itself is a particular highlight. The rear garden enjoys a desirable south-west facing aspect, laid mainly to lawn and benefiting from excellent afternoon and evening sun. The generous outside space provides scope not only for a striking extension to the existing house but also potential for a new build or the creation of an additional building plot, subject to planning permission.

This is a home that will appeal equally to families looking for a long-term project in a prestigious setting and to developers seeking to unlock the full potential of the site. With its combination of position, proportions and potential, it offers an exciting chance to create something special in one of Canterbury’s most premium addresses.

Location

The property is located within the historic city of Canterbury, offering convenient access to the High Street and its wide range of amenities. These include a modern shopping centre, the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University, and several other colleges, along with an excellent selection of both state and independent schools. In addition to the High Street, the popular King’s Mile offers a charming mix of boutique shops, cafés, restaurants, and traditional public houses.
A wealth of sporting and leisure opportunities can be found nearby, including Kingsmead Leisure Centre, sailing at Whitstable Yacht Club and Herne Bay, and county cricket at Canterbury. The renowned Marlowe Theatre, the Beaney House of Art & Knowledge, and the Gulbenkian Theatre, reside moments away.

Travel

Canterbury is well connected by rail, with two mainline stations. Canterbury West provides a high-speed service to London St Pancras in just 56 minutes. By road, the property offers easy access to the A2 dual carriageway, leading to the Channel Port of Dover and to Brenley Corner at Faversham, which connects with the M2 and A299 (Thanet Way), linking London with the Kent coast. Ashford International Station (15.4 miles away) also offers a high-speed service to London St Pancras in 38 minutes.

Education

Families are exceptionally well-served by the area’s highly regarded educational options. Canterbury is home to several outstanding grammar schools as well as a wide choice of independent schools, ensuring excellent opportunities at every stage of education.

Location

The property is located within the historic city of Canterbury, offering convenient access to the High Street and its wide range of amenities. These include a modern shopping centre, the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University, and several other colleges, along with an excellent selection of both state and independent schools. In addition to the High Street, the popular King’s Mile offers a charming mix of boutique shops, cafés, restaurants, and traditional public houses.
A wealth of sporting and leisure opportunities can be found nearby, including Kingsmead Leisure Centre, sailing at Whitstable Yacht Club and Herne Bay, and county cricket at Canterbury. The renowned Marlowe Theatre, the Beaney House of Art & Knowledge, and the Gulbenkian Theatre, reside moments away.

Travel

Canterbury is well connected by rail, with two mainline stations. Canterbury West provides a high-speed service to London St Pancras in just 56 minutes. By road, the property offers easy access to the A2 dual carriageway, leading to the Channel Port of Dover and to Brenley Corner at Faversham, which connects with the M2 and A299 (Thanet Way), linking London with the Kent coast. Ashford International Station (15.4 miles away) also offers a high-speed service to London St Pancras in 38 minutes.

Education

Families are exceptionally well-served by the area’s highly regarded educational options. Canterbury is home to several outstanding grammar schools as well as a wide choice of independent schools, ensuring excellent opportunities at every stage of education.

Quote Reference: 626527