This elegant Edwardian detached house sits on the exclusive private road of just 8 houses in Charles Dickens Avenue. Built in the classic Tudor Bethan style, we understand the natural stone incorporated in the building originates from the original London Bridge. The current owners have created a contemporary feel with quality flooring, joinery and fittings, whilst retaining the true essence of the period. The imposing full height entrance hall showcases the galleried landing promoted by a tasteful chandelier, the triple aspect reception room has feature fireplace and oak flooring with French doors opening onto west facing patio and gardens which back onto open farmland. The bespoke kitchen by Swanns is complemented with granite work surfaces and quality appliances a downstairs cloakroom/wc completes the ground floor. The first floor provides four substantial bedrooms all of which are fitted with wardrobes by GPM Designs, and serviced by quality bathroom and separate cloak room/w.c.
Outside there is ample driveway parking with newly laid block paved driveway and garage, gardens to the front are laid to lawn with flower borders. To the rear there is wide patio terrace with hot tub positioned to relax and enjoy uninterrupted views of the countryside and pergola with retractable roof also ideal for whiling away the hours taking in the stunning view, to finish the day retire to your own games room/bar which would also make an ideal office.
Location Higham village is situated between Gravesend and Rochester. In the village you will find a Post Office, Doctor's surgery, pubs, convenience shops, a greengrocer, and library. The village primary school, village hall, park, tennis courts and the Knowle Restaurant are approximately half way between the two parts of the village on School Lane. The commuter is well served by main line railway station at Higham on the Cannon Street line.
Directions From the A2 coast bound once passed the turning for Shorne/Cobham take the next exit on to the A228 Hasted road. Take the first exit for Higham, at the roundabout turn left on to the Gravesend Road, as you enter the village of Higham take the second turning on the left into the private drive of Charles Dickens Avenue where the property will be found along on the right hand side.
Transport Information Higham Railway Station: 1.2 miles
Rochester Railway Station: 2.5 miles
Ebbsfleet International Eurostar Station: 6.4 miles
The distances calculated are as the crow flies.
Education Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria.
Golf Clubs Rochester & Cobham Golf Club: 1.7 miles
Southern Valley Golf Club: 2.5 miles
Health Clubs Nuffield Health Medway Fitness & Wellbeing Gym: 2.1 miles
Rochester Health Club: 4 miles
The Gym Group Strood: 1.8 miles
Useful Information We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority websites for more helpful information about the property and local area before proceeding.
Some information in these details are taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making then please contact Fine & Country for verification.
Council Tax We are informed this property is in council tax band F, you should verify this with Gravesham Borough Council.
Tenure The vendor advises us that this property is Freehold. Should you proceed with the purchase of the property your solicitor must verify these details.
Appliances/Services The mention of any appliances and/or services within these sales particulars does not imply that they are in full efficient working order.
Measurements All measurements are approximate and therefore may be subject to a small margin of error.
Opening Hours Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 6.30 pm, Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Ref HA/SD/JT/220622 - HAR220135/D1
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This is a Freehold property.
