2 bedroom bungalow for sale

A charming, detached bungalow with the most enchanting gardens, a large driveway and a double garage situated on New House Lane, on the outskirts of Canterbury. Although just minutes from the city and A2 commuter route, you really do feel as though you are in the heart of the countryside, with beautiful walks from your doorstep. This wonderful home really is the most idyllic little retreat and is perfect for those who love their gardening. The bungalow looks very charming from the front and is set back from the road, with a large sweeping driveway and a pretty front garden. The driveway continues through to the rear, where you have access to a double garage with electric doors. The front door opens into a porch, ideal for hanging up coats and kicking off muddy boots after a walk. You then enter into a hallway, with a doors to the left opening into two bedrooms and a door to the right taking you into the living room. The main bedroom is a good-sized double, with plenty of space for wardrobes and the second bedroom is a single, ideal for a child or to use as an office, which the current owners do. The living room is a lovely, bright room which enjoys a double aspect with sliding doors into a wonderful garden room with a clear glass roof, where you can really enjoy the outside from the comfort of your sofa. This is such a peaceful room to relax in, with a beautiful outlook to the garden. Back out in the hallway, you have a door opening to a modern bathroom which features a bath with a shower over. Through to a lovely kitchen/diner to the rear, with views out to the garden. The kitchen has a range of sleek white gloss units and features an integrated oven with a gas hob, and there is space for a fridge/freezer, washing machine and slimline dishwasher. OUTSIDE:The property sits on a generous plot, with grounds totalling 0.25 acres, with glorious gardens, which provide a tranquil setting to enjoy. With greenhouses, a pond, vegetable patches; it really is a gardener`s paradise! It is brimming with colourful flowers; mature shrubs and you will find some beautiful mature trees to the rear providing light shade from the garden`s south easterly aspect. There are several seating areas in the garden, the largest being a stunning patio area which features a pergola, adorned in a variety of climbing plants including jasmine and delicate yellow roses. It is the most serene setting to enjoy a spot of lunch alfresco, whilst listening to the trickling water nearby in the pond. Towards the end of the garden, there is a charming summer house with its own patio which enjoys plenty of shade and there are sheds to the rear providing storage. You have access to your double garage from the garden and there is side access either side taking you back round to the front. The garage has electric doors and there are wooden double gates in front which can be shut if you prefer your vehicles to be out of sight. This property really is a must see and it forms part of a complete onward chain. LOCATION: New House Lane is a friendly and inviting road, with access to beautiful countryside walks through fields and orchards. There is a wonderful community hall on the lane, which has a regular timetable of classes and events to get involved in including coffee morning, craft groups and pilates. The area is ideal for those wanting quick and easy access into the City Centre, which is a short cycle or drive away, yet you feel as though you are in the heart of the countryside. If you enjoy getting your steps in, you will even be able to walk into the City Centre and there are many shops and cafes including Morrisons, within a shorter walking distance. There is a superb nursery school located on the lane, as well as highly regarded secondary schools close by including both Langton grammar schools and St. Anselms. There is quick access onto the A2 to London and Canterbury West Station offers the high speed to service to London St. Pancras.NoticePlease note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.Council TaxCanterbury City Council, Band DUtilitiesElectric: Mains SupplyGas: Mains SupplyWater: Mains SupplySewerage: Mains SupplyBroadband: NoneTelephone: LandlineOther ItemsHeating: Gas Central HeatingGarden/Outside Space: YesParking: YesGarage: Yes