Terraced house for sale in Heritage Court, Stour Street, Canterbury, Kent CT1

A modern townhouse located in the heart of Canterbury within the city walls. The property benefits from a carport and parking space - a rarity for such a central location. There is also a sheltered south-east facing courtyard. Canterbury high street is within easy reach and Canterbury West is half a mile away for the High Speed services to London.

The front door opens to an airy reception hall with useful coat cupboard. Double doors lead into the generous sitting/dining area with feature fireplace and two sets of French doors to the sunny courtyard, providing an ideal space for entertaining. The well-designed kitchen provides a good selection of contemporary cabinetry, topped with stone work surfaces, with integrated appliances. A sash window offers a pleasant outlook to a beautiful medieval building, formerly a twelfth century hospital.

The galleried first floor landing gives access to the principal bedroom which has fitted wardrobe storage and en suite shower room. A further en suite bedroom at this level features a bay window recess, whilst two additional bedrooms benefit from a tucked-away setting at the top of the house, along with the family bathroom.<br /><br />Ornate, black wrought iron electric gates provide security and open onto a paved driveway which gives access to the car port and allocated parking area.

A paved courtyard garden adjoins the rear of the house and is enclosed with pretty, white-painted picket fencing. This outdoor setting has a south-easterly aspect and provides an al fresco spot to dine and relax. There is ample space for potted plant displays to create a green haven in the heart of the city.<br /><br />The property is situated in the centre of Canterbury, moments from an extensive selection of shops and leisure amenities, including the Marlowe Theatre. The city is home to an array of educational facilities in both independent and state sectors. The striking green expanses of the Kent Downs are within easy reach.

Canterbury has two stations with train services to London Victoria, Charing Cross and Cannon Street. The High-Speed service to London St Pancras from Canterbury West takes just under an hour. Road links in the area are excellent, with the A28 and A2 providing easy access to towards London and the coast. The area has good access to the Continent.