Hermitage Road, Higham, Rochester, ME3

INTRODUCING A BEAUTIFUL THREE BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED HOUSE situated on a tranquil country lane in the highly sought-after village of Higham. With an ATTRACTIVE PRICE GUIDE of ?350,000-?370,000, this property offers a fantastic opportunity to create your dream home surrounded by stunning countryside.

One of the standout features of this property is the PANORAMIC VIEWS from the back bedroom, overlooking open farmland, the River Thames and Essex beyond. The potential to create your dream home is evident, as the property requires some TLC but offers HUGE SCOPE FOR IMPROVEMENT.

Parking will never be a problem, as the property benefits from a garage and carport to the rear. The location is second-to-none, situated in the HEART OF HIGHAM, just a stone's throw from St Johns Church and within close proximity to the famous Gads Hill Place school. Local amenities are only a few minutes walk away, with local shops, a library, doctors surgery, a Chinese take away, fish & chip shop, green grocers, pharmacy, a village pub, working men's social club and a popular cafe all within easy reach.

Higham Primary school is only a short distance away, making it ideal for families. The village has its own mainline railway station with easy access to London or the Kent Coast. Motorway links are within easy reach, with the Wainscot bypass, A2, M2, M20 & M25 motorways all nearby. The village is surrounded by beautiful open countryside and Shorne Country Park is only a short walk away, providing a great place for dog walkers and children to explore.

The property is within easy reach of famous Rochester city centre, with its own castle and cathedral, as well as Gravesend and the Medway Towns. This property truly offers the best of both worlds, a countryside retreat with easy access to all amenities. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity - contact us today to arrange a viewing.

LOCATION:

If its village life you are looking for, then take a look at this three bedroom semi detached house. Hermitage Road is a country lane surrounded by open countryside and farm land. Situated in the heart of the Dickensian village of Higham, just a few doors away from St Johns Church and within close proximity of the famous Gads Hill Place school. There are local shops in both School Lane and Forge Lane which are within a few minutes walk from the house, where you can pick up your every day essentials. There is a library, doctors surgery, Chinese take away, Fish & Chip shop, Green Grocers, Pharmacy, a village pub, working mans social club and even a rather popular cafe. Higham Primary school is just down the road. Higham has its on mainline railway station where you can travel to London or the Kent Coast. It is within easy access of the Wainscot bypass, A2,M2,M20 & M25 motorway links and there is a commuter coach service to London. The village is surrounded by open countryside and Shorne Country Park is within walking distance, which is a great place for dog walkers and children to explore. Famous Rochester city centre, with its own castle and cathedral ,Gravesend and the Medway Towns are all within easy access.

DESCRIPTION:

We are pleased to bring to market this three bedroom family sized semi detached house. The ground floor accommodation comprises, hall, lounge, separate dining room, kitchen and rear porch which leads out to the garden. Upstairs you will find two double bedrooms, a single bedroom, bathroom and separate w.c.. The back bedroom boasts breathtaking panoramic views over open farmland, as far as the eye can see with the River Thames and Essex beyond. The property is heated by gas central heating and the windows are double glazed. Outside space includes a front garden with side access to the rear garden, a detached garage and a carport. Offering immediate vacant possession, meaning no onward chain complications, the house requires some updating and modernisation but offers plenty of scope for improvement to create your dream home.

FRONTAGE:

Retaining wall and gate with pathway leading through the attractive but low maintenance, front garden to the front door.

HALL:

Amtico style flooring, under stair storage cupboard, radiator.

LOUNGE:

Double glazed window to front, carpet, radiator, gas fire.

DINING ROOM:

Double glazed window to rear, carpet, radiator.

KITCHEN:

Double glazed window to side. Stainless steel one and a half bowl sink and drainer, wall and base cupboards, work surfaces. Gas cooker point, tiled floor, wall mounted Worcester boiler providing hot water and central heating. Double glazed door to:

REAR PORCH:

Double glazed windows and door leading out to rear garden.

STAIRS/LANDING:

Carpeted staircase, double glazed window to side, access to loft with ladder, light and part boarded.

BATHROOM:

Double glazed window to rear. White suite with panelled bath & pedestal basin. Tiled walls, radiator, airing cupboard

SEPARATE W.C:

Double glazed window to rear, vinyl floor, low level w.c.. tiled walls.

BEDROOM 1:

The room with a view: Double glazed window to rear with breath-taking panoramic views over open farmland, the River Thames and Essex beyond. Carpet, radiator, fitted wardrobe.

BEDROOM 2:

Double glazed window to front, carpet, radiator, built in wardrobe and fitted cupboards incorporating desk.

BEDROOM 3:

Double glazed window to front, built in storage cupboard over the stairwell, radiator.

GARDENS:

The front garden has been designed for easy maintenance with ornamental slate chippings and paving slabs. Side gate leading to rear garden, with paved patio, path, lawn. external power point, water tap.

GARAGE & CARPORT:

Detached garage to rear of house with up and over door, power & light, courtesy door to garden. The carport sits along side the garage, with double wrought iron gates to the rear, providing access from the rear service road which is accessed via Johns Road.

TENURE:

Freehold.

LOCAL AUTHORITY:

Gravesham Borough CouncilCouncil Tax Band D - ?2067.72 from 2022-2023

ESTIMATED BROADBAND SPEED:

Standard- 8mb/sSuperfast - 118mb/sUltrafast - 1000mb/s

SERVICES:

Gas, Electricity, Water, Mains Drainage.