5 Bedroom Detached Bungalow For Sale in Riley Avenue, Herne Bay

Occupying a sumptuous plot is arguably one of the most unique and individual properties on the private seaside estate of Studd Hill.
With the beach just at the end of the road and surrounded by open fields, this substantial property offers a unique coastal lifestyle with the sense of being rural when actually not.
Covering an impressive 2462 sq ft (229 sq m) this property provides exceptionally spacious living accommodation with four double bedrooms plus a one bedroom self-contained annexe.
Accommodation is predominantly at ground floor level and presents a lounge, large family bathroom, kitchen diner, conservatory/games room, workshop utility area and three bedrooms. To the rear of the ground floor is a self-contained annexe which is perfect for a dependent family member, older child seeking independence or a lucrative holiday let.
Situated on its own floor with en-suite shower room is the Master Bedroom with spectacular views across field via an apex picture window and dormer window to side.
A huge gated driveway encompasses the property providing off road parking for multiple vehicles and is ideal for those looking to store a motorhome, caravan or boat. There are two garages, a large garage is attached with electric powered door, as well as second detached garage also with power and electric door.
Desirable coastal walks from Herne Bay to Whitstable are enjoyed just at the end of the road.

Location:
Studd Hill is a private estate to the west of Herne Bay town and one of the very few places where you can enjoys views of the sea with no road or traffic obstructing, offering picturesque cliff top walks into Whitstable in one direction and Herne Bay the other.
Herne Bay is a desirable coastal town benefitting from a good range of local amenities including retail outlets and educational facilities. There are also a good range of leisure amenities including rowing, sailing and yacht clubs along with a swimming pool and cinema. The mainline railway station (approximately 2 miles distant) offers fast and frequent links to London (Victoria approximately 85mins) as well as the high speed service to London (St Pancras approximately 87mins). The property also offers excellent access to the A299 which gives access to the A2 M2 motorway network. The boutique town of Whitstable is only 3.6 miles distant which also enjoys a variety of shopping, educational and leisure amenities including sailing, water sports and bird watching, as well as the seafood restaurants for which it has become renowned. The City of Canterbury is approximately eight miles distant with its Cathedral, theatre and cultural amenities, as well as benefiting from excellent public and state schools. The City also boasts the facilities of a major shopping centre enjoying a range of mainstream retail outlets as well as many individual shops.

Approved Property Details   


Porch   
Double glazed stained wood front entrance door. Radiator. Ceramic tiled floor.

Entrance Hall   14' 7 x 7' 1 (4.45m x 2.16m)
Double glazed stained wood front entrance door. Radiator. Phone point. Coved ceiling. Understairs storage cupboard. Thermostat control for central heating. Laminate flooring. Balustrade staircase leading to first floor.

Lounge   19' 7 x 14' 2 (5.97m x 4.32m)
Feature brick fireplace housing multi-fuel burner. Windows to front and side. Radiator. TV point. Power points.

Kitchen/Diner   22' 5 x 14' 1 (6.84m x 4.3m)
The kitchen is planned with a matching range of wall and base units arranged on three walls. Inset 1½ bowl sink unit. Range cooker with 7 burners and extractor. Double oven and grill. Work surfaces. Centre island unit. Marble style fireplace with wood mantel piece housing coal effect electric fire. Walls partially tiled. Window to side. Power points. Radiator. Phone point.

Inner Hall   
Radiator. Access via loft ladder to loft.

Bedroom Two   15' 8 x 9' 2 (4.78m x 2.8m)
Window to rear. Built in wardrobe cupboard with shelves and hanging space. Radiator. Power points. Phone point. Velux window.

Bedroom Three   15' 8 x 9' 2 (4.78m x 2.8m)
Window to rear. Built in wardrobe cupboard with shelves and hanging space. Radiator. Power points. Phone point. Velux window.

Bedroom Four   11' 8 x 11' 3 (3.56m x 3.43m)
Windows to front and side. Built in wardrobe cupboard with shelves. Radiator. Power point. Phone point. TV point.

Family Bathroom   14' 5 x 7' 11 (4.4m x 2.42m)
Bathroom suite in white. Free standing roll top bath with centre mixer taps and shower attachment. Separate fully tiled corner shower cubicle with "Mira Sport" electric shower unit. Pedestal wash hand basin. WC. Bidet. Heated towel rail. Walls tiled. Frosted windows to front and side.

Conservatory Games Room   19' 2 x 15' 2 (5.85m x 4.63m)
Windows to rear overlooking garden with views across fields. Power points. Two radiators. Door to workshop. French doors to rear garden.

Workshop   14' 8 x 13' 0 (4.48m x 3.97m)
Plumbing for washing machine. Low level WC with wash hand basin. Radiator. Worktops. Door to garage.

Landing   
Velux window with distant sea views. Power points. Storage cupboard. Radiator.

Master Bedroom   28' 1 x 10' 7 (8.56m x 3.23m)
Windows to side and rear overlooking fields. Built in double wardrobe cupboards with shelves and hanging space. Radiator. Power points.

En-Suite   
Suite in white. Separate corner shower cubicle. Pedestal hand wash basin. Low level WC. Radiator. Tiled walls. Frosted window to side.

Annexe   


Annexe Lounge   14' 2 x 13' 9 (4.32m x 4.2m)
French doors to rear garden. TV point. Phone point. Window to side. Cupboard housing gas fired boiler supplying central heating and hot water.

Annexe Bedroom   10' 10 x 10' 5 (3.31m x 3.18m)
Window to side overlooking rear garden. Radiator. Power points.

Annexe Kitchen   11' 3 x 7' 3 (3.43m x 2.21m)
Matching range wall and base units arranged on two walls. Ceramic floor tiles. Plumbing for washing machine. Partially tiled walls. Gas cooker point. 1½ bowl sink. Door to conservatory (main accommodation).

Annexe Bathroom   
Bathroom suite in white comprising panelled bath with separate mains shower unit. Pedestal hand wash basin. Low level WC. Tiled walls. Built in cupboard. Velux Window.

Rear Garden   66' 2 x 39' 11 (20.17m x 12.17m)
Backing on to open fields. Mainly laid to lawn with raised decking areas. Security lighting. Outside tap. Enclosed with fencing.

Front Garden & Driveway   79' 6 x 79' 7 (24.22m x 24.25m)
'L' Shape gated driveway with border wall to front and five bar timber gate. Access to two garages.

Garage   18' 0 x 12' 10 (5.49m x 3.69m)
Attached garage with power and electric light. Remote control up and over electric door.

Detached Garage   17' 5 x 11' 0 (5.31m x 3.36m)
Power points. French doors to side. Up and over door.

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 gas fired boiler and hot water radiators as indicated in these particulars.

Windows
The windows are generally of a combination of UPVC and timber 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
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