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Guide price£550,000
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3 bedroom detached house for sale

Garden Close, Rough Common
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Detached house
3 bed
1 bath

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band E
Broadband: Basic 17Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
EE O2 Three Vodafone
Water: Mains supply
Heating: Central heating
Electricity: Mains supply
Sewerage: Mains supply
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • 3 bed detached family home ideal for someone looking to put their own stamp on a blank canvas
  • Spacious & bright living room. Separate dining room with sliding doors out to the garden
  • Dual aspect fitted kitchen with space for freestanding appliances
  • 3 bedrooms (2 doubles & 1 single), all with built in storage
  • Wonderful, well established garden with patio for outdoor dining
  • Large garage (full length of house) and driveway parking for at least 3 cars
  • Vacant property. No onward chain
  • Plenty of well respected primary & secondary school in the catchment area
  • Under 2 miles to the city centre & only 2.1 miles from Canterbury West train station with high speed links to London
  • Easy access to Whitstable & the A2/M2

Property Description: Guide Price £550,000 - £600,000. Discover a fantastic opportunity to transform this three bedroom detached property into your own personalised family home. Situated in the desirable Rough Common area, this property offers spacious living areas, a well-established garden, a large garage, ample parking space, and a convenient location that ticks all the boxes.


This property has a brilliant feeling of natural light and brightness with plenty of windows, which starts with the spacious entrance hallway and leads right the way through the whole house.


The generously proportioned living room has a bay window allowing in plenty of natural light and provides the perfect space to relax and unwind, with its bright atmosphere and ample space for comfortable furnishings. The living room leads through to a separate dining room that has plenty of space for a large dining table and features sliding doors that open out to the picturesque garden.


With is dual aspect and light coloured fittings, the kitchen is another bright space. There are ample fitted wall and base units for storage and plenty of space for freestanding appliances.


Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, all of which have built in storage. The main double bedroom is positioned at the front of the property and is beautifully lit by two windows. There is a second double bedroom and a decent sized single room with an over stairs cupboard. Also to this floor is the shower room and a separate toilet.


This vacant property is offered with no onward chain, ready to welcome its new owners. The highly regarded primary and secondary schools in the catchment area provide an excellent educational background for children, making it an ideal family home.


The location of this property is also worth mentioning. Canterbury's thriving city centre is less than two miles away, with a plethora of shopping, dining, and entertainment options. Commuting is a breeze with Canterbury West train station, just 2.1 miles away, providing high-speed links to London, ideal for the daily commuter or weekend city trips.


Furthermore, easy access to Whitstable and the A2/M2 enhances the convenience of this location, allowing for enjoyable trips to the vibrant coastal towns.


Outside: One of the property's highlights is the well-established garden that awaits just beyond the sliding doors in the dining room. Bursting with vibrant flora and adorned with a patio area, it is the perfect setting for outdoor enjoyment and relaxation. From hosting barbecues to creating your own tranquil retreat, the garden is a true asset to this home.


For those in need of ample storage space, the large garage spanning the full length of the house provides an ideal solution. In addition, the property boasts driveway parking with ample room for at least three cars, perfect for a growing family or those who value convenience.


Location: Rough Common is a popular village just 1.9 miles from Canterbury city centre. The city centre itself has a wealth of cultural and leisure amenities, excellent schools, a wide range of shops and bars and restaurants with fine dining serving dishes from across the globe. There are some fantastic independent shops as well as major brands you would expect to see on the high street. These include The King's Mile, Whitefriars Shopping Centre, University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and The Marlowe Theatre. 'The Riverside' which is situated on the other side of the Great Stour River boasts Curzon's 5 screen cinema as well as restaurants and bars that wrap around the new public square that overlook the river.


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Council Tax: Band E (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to


Local Authority: Canterbury City Council -[use Contact Agent Button]. Kent County Council -[use Contact Agent Button]


Services: Gas central heating, mains water, drainage and electricity. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to


Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion. Service/estate management charges may apply.


Additional Property Notes: This property is built of traditional construction. There are 2 steps leading up into the property and an internal staircase (fitted with a stairlift) up to the bedrooms and bathroom. There is a garage and driveway for parking. Minimal information provided as this is a probate property, therefore additional information will need to be established through conveyancing.

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    Broadband availability and predicted speed: obtained from Ofcom on August 10, 2024

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