High Street, Sandwich, Kent

Property Details: • Type: Terraced • Tenure: FREEHOLD • Floor Area: 1667 sqft

Key Features: • Prime centraltown position, within easy reach of restaurants, shops and pubs • Fully updated electrical system, complemented by a modern alarm setup and CCTV coverage for enhanced security • Recently refurbished roof fitted with highperformance insulation, improving energy efficiency and comfort • Every window has been meticulously restored, guaranteeing optimal natural light and performance • Tasteful, cohesive interior décor that creates a stylish and inviting atmosphere throughout the property • Private, walled garden offering a secluded outdoor space for relaxation or entertaining.

Location: • Nearest Station: Sandwich Station • Distance to Station: 0.3644872260715586 miles

Agent Information: • Address: 2 St. Margarets Street, Canterbury, CT1 2SL

Full Description: Barbican House is a fine Grade II Listed house with three bedrooms, situated in the heart of historic Sandwich. The property sits within the town’s conservation area, surrounded by other character homes and buildings, and a short distance to plenty of well-regarded pubs and restaurants. <br /><br />The home features splendid original features, combined with elegant styling and fittings that enhance the overall character of the home.<br /><br />The property has a welcoming entrance hall with the two main reception rooms set either side at the front of the ground floor. The comfortable family room has a grand, brick-built fireplace, which retains its original timber lintel and is fitted with a wood-burning stove. There is also elegantly appointed formal sitting room with built-in cupboard storage and an open fireplace. A study area can be found off the family room, featuring an original Georgian safe. There is painted wooden flooring and exposed brickwork to the stairwell, while the reception hall also provides space for a family dining table. <br /><br />To the rear of the ground floor, the kitchen has original flagstone flooring and is fitted with a range of modern Shaker-style units, together with a split butler sink and a range cooker. Beyond the kitchen there is a breakfast nook and tastefully finished utility/cloakroom. <br /><br />A turned staircase leads from the rear hallway to the first-floor landing, off which there are three well-appointed bedrooms. These include the generous principal bedroom with its panelled walls, chandelier light fitting, open fireplace and dressing room. The two additional bedrooms both feature painted timber-clad walls, while the first floor also has a family bathroom with a bathtub, a pedestal washbasin with storage under, and a rainfall shower.<br /><br />The house sits on the High Street, a charming one-way lane lined with historic buildings. There is on-street parking available along one side of the High Street in marked bays. With its handsome front door, the house opens directly onto the High Street. <br /><br />To the rear there is a private walled patio garden which is paved and features border beds and space for various pot plants, creating a peaceful oasis in the heart of the town. There is ample space for al fresco dining.<br /><br />The property is situated in the Conservation Area at the heart of the ancient Cinque Port town of Sandwich, close to the River Stour and Gazen Salts Nature Reserve. One of the finest medieval towns in England, Sandwich provides independent and high street shopping, pubs, restaurants, cafés and cultural attractions, together with a good range of primary and secondary schooling in both state and private sectors.<br /><br />Nearby Deal and the shopping centre and cinema at Westwood Cross offer further amenities, while Dover and Canterbury both offer extensive facilities. The area has three championship golf courses including 'The Open' course at Royal St. George’s. There is wonderful walking in all directions from the town, and lovely sandy beaches within easy reach. <br /><br />Transport links are excellent: Sandwich station offers regular services to London, the A256 dual carriageway links to the A2/M2 and M20/A20 and the Channel Ports.