Delightful panoramic views across Whitstable and sea from all bedrooms, lounge, kitchen and rear garden can be enjoyed from this spacious detached property. The adaptable accommodation incorporates good entrance porch leading to entrance hall, 25ft lounge with access to rear garden, dining room leading to kitchen/breakfast room also with access to rear garden, downstairs bathroom and utility cupboard, downstairs bedroom with doors to rear garden and door to former integral garage. To the first floor are three double bedrooms, shower room and separate w.c. The rear garden is of good size and a great space for alfresco living and entertaining with fantastic views. Within the garden is a beach hut styled insulated timber building with double doors and glazed side panels providing panoramic views, perfect for home office or relaxation room. The property is conveniently placed with easy access to local amenities. The quaint Harbour Town Centre is approximately 1.25 miles and the Cathedral City of Canterbury is approximately 8 miles. Whitstable mainline railway station is just over a mile away.
Non-Approved Draft Details
Enclosed Porch
Double glazed painted wood front entrance door to enclosed porch. Downlighters.
Entrance Hall
Glazed painted wood front entrance door. Radiator. Under stairs storage cupboard with light. Thermostat control for central heating. Balustrade staircase leading to first floor. Parquet flooring.
Utility Cupboard
Plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer. Laundry basket & shelving.
Lounge - 25' 11 x 13' 9 (7.9m x 4.2m)
Feature full height window to rear overlooking rear garden and views across to the sea. Two radiators. Patio doors to rear garden with views across to the sea. Window to side. Parquet flooring.
Dining Room - 11' 8 x 10' 8 (3.56m x 3.26m)
Window to front overlooking garden. Radiator. Door to kitchen. Laminate flooring.
Kitchen / Breakfast Room - 15' 7 x 9' 5 (4.75m x 2.88m)
Matching range of wall and base units. Inset single drainer with stainless steel double bowl sink unit. Work surfaces. Partially tiled walls. Range style cooker with six ring gas burner, two electric ovens and grill. Extractor cooker hood. Plumbing for dishwasher. Two feature windows to side with views across Whitstable and sea beyond. Radiator. Tiled floor. Double doors to rear garden with views across Whitstable and sea beyond.
Bedroom 4 - 9' 4 x 9' 2 (2.85m x 2.8m)
Patio door to rear garden providing views of Whitstable and sea beyond. Fitted double wardrobe and end shelve unit. Radiator. Parquet floor. Door to former garage.
Bathroom - 8' 4 x 5' 3 (2.54m x 1.61m)
Suite in white comprising panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Radiator. Medicine and storage cupboard. Tiled walls. Frosted window to front. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Shaver point.
Landing
Feature Porthole with sea views via bedroom two with sliding shutter. Access via loft ladder to insulated and partly boarded loft with light, housing gas boiler supplying hot water and central heating.
Bedroom 1 - 13' 11 x 10' 11 (4.25m x 3.33m)
Double Velux window to rear with panoramic views across Whitstable and sea beyond. Wall of fitted wardrobes. Radiator. Feature window to side. Eaves storage cupboard.
Bedroom 2 - 13' 2 x 10' 3 Into Dormer (4.02m x 3.13m)
Larger dormer window to rear with panoramic views over Whitstable and sea beyond. Fitted double wardrobe. Fitted dressing table with mirror above. Radiator.
Bedroom 3 - 15' 8 x 10' 11 (4.78m x 3.33m)
Window to side with far reaching views over Whitstable and sea beyond. Wall of fitted wardrobes. Radiator. Velux window to rear with views over Whitstable and sea beyond.
Shower Room - 7' 11 x 3' 5 (2.42m x 1.05m)
Suite comprising shower enclosure with electric shower unit and wall hung wash hand basin. Window to front. Extractor fan.
WC
Suite in white comprising wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Window to front.
External Home Office - 9' 5 x 9' 5 (2.88m x 2.88m)
Beach hut styled insulated timber building with double doors and glazed side panels providing panoramic views over Whitstable and the sea. Small veranda.
Front Garden
Border hedge to front. Bushes and shrubs. Driveway extending to front of the property providing off road parking. Pedestrian gate to Valkyrie Avenue.
Rear Garden - 52' 6 x 55' 9 (16m x 17m)
Tiered garden, mainly laid to lawn with bushes and shrubs. Large decked seating area with extensive views over Whitstable and sea beyond. Timber shed. Sheltered fire pit area. Outside tap. Outside lighting. Gated pedestrian side access. Enclosed with fencing and hedging.
Former Garage
Full height window to front. Personal door to side. Door to Bedroom 4. Current owner's intentions was to convert to shower room, plus home office.
Other Information
External ladder staircase leading to roof deck over kitchen. This is for maintenance only and does not comply with Building Regulations for residential use, however we are informed by client it does have structural compliance.
Address
Please note on finding the property the official address is 40 Valkyrie Avenue but formerly known as 57 Grimthorpe Avenue.
Main Services
The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, gas, drainage and a telephone line. All services will be subject to the appropriate companies transfer conditions.
Heating
Central heating is provided by a gas fired boiler situated in the loft and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars.
Windows
The windows are generally of UPVC double glazed sealed units.
Tenure
The property is to be sold Freehold with vacant possession.
Council Tax
We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band E. The amount payable under tax band E for the year 2022/2023 is £2,441.89.
Viewing
Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and 10am to 4pm on Sundays.
Agent Notes
Kent Estate Agencies gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any floor plans, plans or mapping and measurements are approximate quoted in metric with imperial equivalents. All are for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The measurements are provided in accordance with the R.I.C.S. Code of Measuring Practice 6th edition.<br />We have not carried out a structural survey and the services, appliances and specific fittings have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. Prospective purchasers or lessees should seek their own professional advice. Kent Estate Agencies retain the copyright in all advertising material used to market this property.<br />No person in the employment of Kent Estate Agencies has any authority to make any representation or warranty whatever in relation to this property. Purchase prices, rents or other prices quoted are correct at the date of publication and, unless otherwise stated, exclusive of VAT.<br />For a free valuation of your property contact the number on this brochure. Printed 2nd July 2022.