Joy Lane, Whitstable, CT5

This substantial detached house, which formerly operated as a Bed & Breakfast, offers a highly adaptable living space. The property features six bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities, plus a self-contained one-bedroom annex. On the first floor are four bedrooms, each with an en-suite, plus an additional bathroom. The ground floor includes a spacious 24ft dual-aspect lounge/diner, study, large conservatory overlooking the rear garden which can be accessed via the lounge/diner, 24ft kitchen and entrance hall. The layout also includes two additional en-suite bedrooms, one of which is independently accessible via the front of the property or via a communication door from the study. The annex, which is fully self-contained, also has its own separate entrance from the front of the property and includes a small enclosed garden area. The property sits on a generous plot which is naturally screened and has an attractively designed rear garden, several seating areas, ornamental pond, greenhouse, vegetable patch and log cabin. The front garden is mostly block-paved providing ample off-road parking. Situated in a convenient location, the house is close to excellent transport links including a bus stop nearby with routes to the Cathedral City of Canterbury (6.1 miles away) and Whitstable town centre (0.8 miles) which boasts a variety of shops, eateries and recreational facilities. Local amenities are within walking distance and include a shop just 525 yards away and the well-regarded Joy Lane Primary School located approximately 350 yards from the property. Whitstable mainline railway station is also just 0.8 of a mile away, adding to the appeal for commuters.

Enclosed Porch   
Stained wood front entrance door to enclosed porch. Tiled floor.

Entrance Hall   
Partially glazed stained wood entrance door with windows to either side. Radiator. Understairs storage cupboard. Large storage cupboard. Balustrade staircase to first floor. Laminated flooring.

Cloakroom   
Suite in white comprising pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Tiled walls. Extractor fan. Tiled floor.

Lounge/Diner   24' 6 x 11' 10 (7.47m x 3.61m)
Feature fireplace. Window to front. Two radiators. Patio doors to conservatory. Engineered wood floor. Picture rail. Door to study.

Study   9' 5 x 8' 0 (2.88m x 2.44m)
Window to rear overlooking garden. Communicating door to bedroom four.

Conservatory   22' 5 x 11' 5 (6.84m x 3.48m)
Windows to side and rear overlooking garden. The Conservatory is of cavity brickwork. French double doors to rear garden. Tiled floor. Pitched polycarbonate roof. Large cupboard with plumbing for washing machine. Door to entrance hall.

Kitchen   24' 7 x 11' 0 (7.5m x 3.36m)
Matching range of wall and base units. Inset single drainer stainless steel 1½ bowl sink unit. Work surfaces. Partially tiled walls. Inset gas Rayburn Range cooker also supplying central heating and hot water. Plumbing for washing machine and dishwasher. Space for tumble dryer. Water softener. Skylight window. Radiator. Downlighters. Tiled floor. Double doors to rear garden.

Bedroom 3   14' 3 into bay & alcoves x 11' 10 (4.35m x 3.61m)
Bay window to front overlooking garden. Radiator. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite to Bedroom 3   7' 9 x 2' 6 (2.37m x 0.77m)
Suite in white comprising pedestal wash hand basin, shower tray and close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Downlighters. Tiled floor. Extractor fan.

Self-Contained Bedroom 4   11' 1 x 7' 6 (3.38m x 2.29m)
Window to front. Radiator. Double glazed door to front drive. Laminate flooring. Door to en-suite. Communicating door to study.

En-Suite to Bedroom 4   6' 4 x 4' 1 (1.94m x 1.25m)
Suite in white comprising shower cubicle, wash hand basin set into vanity unit with cupboard below and close coupled WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Partly tiled walls. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Downlighters.

Landing   
Window to front. Access via loft ladder to insulated and partly boarded loft with light housing three hot water cylinders. Radiator. Linen cupboard. Large cupboard with window.

Bedroom 1   13' 7 into bay x 11' 10 (4.15m x 3.61m)
Bay window to front overlooking garden. Built-in wardrobe. Radiator. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite to Bedroom 1   11' 11 x 3' 9 (3.64m x 1.15m)
Suite in white comprising panelled bath with mixer tap and hand held shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Heated towel rail. Partially tiled walls. Downlighters. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Shaver point.

Bedroom 2   13' 11 x 12' 10 into alcoves (4.25m x 3.92m)
Window to front overlooking garden. Radiator. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite to Bedroom 2   8' 8 x 3' 7 (2.65m x 1.1m)
Suite in white comprising shower tray, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled walls. Downlighters. Tiled floor. Extractor fan. Shaver point.

Bedroom 5   10' 9 x 9' 5 (3.28m x 2.88m)
Window to rear overlooking garden. Built-in wardrobe. Radiator. Door to en-suite.

En-Suite to Bedroom 5   11' 11 x 3' 9 (3.64m x 1.15m)
Suite in white comprising panelled bath with mixer tap and hand held shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Heated towel rail. Partly tiled walls. Downlighters. Tiled floor.

Bedroom 6   16' 5 max x 9' 5 max (5.01m x 2.88m)
Window to rear overlooking garden. Door to en-suite. Eaves cupboard.

En-Suite to Bedroom 6   8' 3 x 3' 7 (2.52m x 1.1m)
Suite in white comprising shower tray, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Tiled floor. Tiled walls. Downlighters. Chrome heated towel rail.

Annex   


Entrance   
Double Glazed entrance door to:-

Open Plan Living   21' 4 x 10' 0 plus recess (6.51m x 3.05m)


Lounge Area   
Window to rear. Radiator. Laminate floor.

Kitchen Area   
Matching wall and base units. Stainless steel single drainer sink unit. Work surface. Breakfast bar area. Inset electric hob with electric oven below and extractor fan above. Plumbing for washing machine. Partially tiled walls. Laminate floor.

Dining Area   11' 0 x 7' 5 (3.36m x 2.27m)
Laminate floor.

Bedroom   13' 6 + recess x 12' 1 (4.12m x 3.69m)
Double glazed door to rear courtyard.

Bathroom   6' 7 x 5' 8 (2.01m x 1.73m)
Suite in white comprising panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin and close coupled WC. Partly tiled walls. Tiled floor. Heated towel rail.

Front Garden   
Border wall to front. Mainly laid to block paving providing off road parking to front of property.

Rear Garden   55' 0 average x 70' 0 average (16.77m x 21.34m)
Mainly laid to lawn with a variety of flower beds, bushes and shrubs. Fruit trees. Ornamental pond. Paved patio areas. Greenhouse. Timber shed. Log cabin. Outside tap. Gated pedestrian side access. Enclosed with fencing and hedging.

Courtyard   
Enclosed with fencing. Mainly laid to paving.

Main Services
The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, gas, drainage and a telephone line. All services will be subject to the appropriate companies transfer conditions.

Heating
Central heating is provided by a the Rayburn Range Cook situated in the Kitchen and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars.

Windows
The windows are generally of UPVC double glazed sealed units.

Tenure
The property is to be sold Freehold with vacant possession.

Council Tax
We are advised by the Valuation Office that the property is currently within Council Tax Band E. The amount payable under tax band E for the year 2024/2025 is £2,684.94.

Viewing
Please ring us to make an appointment. We are open from 9am to 6pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm Saturdays and by appointment only on Sundays.

Agent Notes
Kent Estate Agencies gives notice for themselves and for the sellers of the property, whose agents they are that any floor plans, plans or mapping and measurements are approximate quoted in metric with imperial equivalents. All are for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The measurements are provided in accordance with the R.I.C.S. Code of Measuring Practice 6th edition.
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