21 High Street Littlebourne, Canterbury £650,000

A handsome Grade II listed detached family house situated in the heart of the popular village of Littlebourne. The property enjoys a prominent corner position and offers a compelling blend of character and charm, with accommodation arranged over three floors. The accommodation includes a welcoming entrance hall with a staircase rising to the first floor and access to two principal reception rooms. The good-sized sitting room offers a warm and inviting space and opens into a delightful lean-to which provides an ideal additional area with access to the garden. The second reception room serves as a versatile living/dining room, centered around a striking brick chimney breast featuring a wood-burning stove and a door providing access to the rear garden. Beyond the living/dining room is the attractive dual-aspect kitchen fitted with a range of wall, drawer and floor units, a built-in oven, a gas hob extractor hood above, and space and plumbing for both a washing machine and dishwasher. On the lower ground floor, a substantial cellar offers excellent additional storage space. The first floor comprises three well-proportioned bedrooms and a beautifully appointed family bathroom, complete with freestanding roll-top bath, separate shower enclosure, and Velux windows allowing natural light to flood in. The property benefits from gas fired central heating and a wealth of period features including exposed beams, sash windows and elegant fireplaces.

Externally, the house is discreetly screened behind hedging, creating a sense of privacy and seclusion. The mature gardens wrap around the house to the front, side, and rear. At the rear, a paved patio leads to a generous lawned area bordered by raised beds, flowering plants, and established shrubs. From the High Street, access is gained via Rose Acre Road to a driveway providing ample off-road parking and leads to the detached garage.

The property enjoys a central position in the village of Littlebourne, with views to the front over the park. Littlebourne is a popular village with its own primary school, village store including post office, doctor’s surgery, and local pub. The Cathedral city of Canterbury is easily accessible, offering a comprehensive range of shopping and leisure facilities, as well as an impressive selection of schools, colleges, and universities. The High-Speed Link from Canterbury West Station provides services to London St Pancras, with a journey time of approximately 55 minutes.