5 bedroom town house for sale

GUIDE PRICE: £675,000-£700,000This handsome five-bedroom home lies in the heart of the Westgate-on-Sea Conservation Area, just minutes from sandy Blue Flag beaches and fast rail links to London St Pancras. Its striking Dutch-gabled red-brick façade and decorative stone dressings give it real presence, while inside, vibrant interiors complement a wealth of original Victorian features.Once home to celebrated artist Louis Wain, famed for his whimsical cat illustrations, the house combines history with modern family living.The ground floor flows seamlessly from a bay-fronted living room with a period fireplace, to a generous dining room that opens to the garden, and a bright kitchen with colourful cabinetry and sliding doors onto the patio. A basement level offers versatile extra living space, currently a playroom and music room.Upstairs, the principal bedroom has a Victorian fireplace and a striking en suite with central bathtub, rain shower and walk-in wardrobe. Four further bedrooms and two additional bathrooms provide ample family accommodation, with sea glimpses from the top floor.The rear garden is a private retreat, with a large patio, mature planting, raised beds, and fragrant wisteria. Perfect for entertaining or quiet relaxation.Westgate-on-Sea offers an enviable coastal lifestyle, with sandy bays, artisan cafés and restaurants on the doorstep. Nearby Margate adds a thriving cultural scene, from the Turner Contemporary to acclaimed dining. Excellent transport links make this both a wonderful seaside retreat and a practical London escape.