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An enchanting detached cottage, hidden from view and nestled within its own charming gardens.Two dual aspect reception rooms, comprehensively fitted kitchen, cinema room, two double bedrooms, bathroom. Exceptionally private and secluded front and rear gardens, studio and outside WC. No onward chain. EPC Rating: DSituationYork Road forms part of the Walmer Seafront Conservation Area with number 24 situated a third of the way along yet hidden from view within this popular residential street. This exceptionally private property is only a short stroll from the beach, Walmer Green with the Royal Marines Bandstand, and the wonderful selection of thriving local businesses within and around The Strand including cafes, florist, adventure golf and Walmer paddling pool, cycle hire and general/DIY stores to name but a few. Deal to the North has a rich history and boasts an award winning high street offering specialist shops, galleries, restaurants, inns and a selection of vibrant cafes. The attractive coastline has a flat seven mile stretch from Kingsdown to the sand dunes of Sandwich Bay. The mainline railway station offers the Javelin high speed link to London St Pancras.The PropertyAccessed via a gated private walkway and concealed from view, The Secret Cottage is the quintessential hidden gem, and occupies a most convenient location just one road back from Walmer seafront and the amenities of The Strand. Once inside, an exquisite interior presents itself with the two principal dual aspect reception rooms flanking the entrance hallway. The striking sitting room has a focal point gas fireplace and built in bespoke bookshelves. The dining room is enveloped in delightful vistas with French doors opening onto the rear garden, and the side window framing a mature honeysuckle. The kitchen is semi open plan to the dining room and is comprehensively fitted with a range of classic shaker units, integrated dishwasher and cooking appliances, and solid wood worktops. Steps down from the dining room lead to a cosy and inviting cinema/cocktail room. To the first floor are two stylish double bedrooms, with ample fitted wardrobes and attractive fireplace to the master. Both bedrooms have independent access to a rear hallway and steps down to the bathroom which is fitted with a claw foot bath with overhead shower, built in storage and laundry cupboard with plumbing for washing machine. This exceptionally private, characterful home is fully double glazed, gas centrally heated and being sold with no onward chain.

Sitting Room - 12' 2'' x 12' 2'' (3.71m x 3.71m)

Dining Room - 12' 2'' x 9' 1'' (3.71m x 2.77m) plus recess.

Kitchen - 7' 3'' x 7' 11'' (2.21m x 2.41m)

Lower Ground Floor

Snug/Cinema Room - 11' 6'' x 10' 9'' (3.50m x 3.27m)

First Floor

Master Bedroom - 12' 2'' x 12' 2'' (3.71m x 3.71m) to inc. fitted wardrobes.

Bedroom Two - 12' 3'' x 8' 11'' (3.73m x 2.72m) narrowing to (1.62m)

Bathroom - 8' 4'' x 7' 7'' (2.54m x 2.31m)

Outside
The Secret Cottage is hidden behind the wrought iron gate and private walkway, and accessed from York Road. A timber gate opens to an enclosed front courtyard garden, enjoying a south-easterly aspect, which wraps around the front and side of the cottage and includes a most useful outside cloakroom and purpose built bin store. A side gate provides access to the lovely private rear garden, which is a haven for visiting birds and industrious bees. The garden is enclosed by painted brick walls, laid to lawn and patio, and is edged with a well tended selection of mature planting including a magnificent camellia. Occupying one corner of the garden is a wonderful studio and garden store with power, light and TV aerial, perfect for a home office or for entertaining, which together with the York paved patio offers versatility and alfresco dining in this beautifully tranquil space.

Studio - 10' 8'' x 9' 1'' (3.25m x 2.77m)

Garden Store - 9' 1'' x 3' 3'' (2.77m x 0.99m)

WC - 3' 9'' x 3' 0'' (1.14m x 0.91m)

Services
All mains services are understood to be connected to the property.

Council Tax Band: B
Tenure: Freehold

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