Salisbury Villa Rochester, Kent

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1 Salisbury Villa Rochester, Kent

2 Salisbury Villa Epaul Lane, Rochester, Kent ME1 1SN A handsome Grade II Listed house with spectacular views over the historic castle and cathedral with some wonderful Georgian interiors M2 (Junction 1) 3 miles, Rochester Station 0.2 miles (London St Pancras from 36 minutes) Entrance hall Sitting room Dining room Kitchen/breakfast room Cloakroom Cellar Study Master bedroom with en-suite bathroom 4 Further bedrooms Family bathroom Shower room Separate WC Parking space Walled gardens The property Salisbury Villa stands in a prominent position opposite the castle gardens. The house has weather-boarded elevations with large sash windows under a lead roof. Although the principal elevation is believed to date from the early 19th Century, it is probable that the rear part is older and formerly part of another property. The panelled front door leads to the elegant reception hall. The adjacent dining room is a beautiful, panelled room with display shelving and cupboards either side of the fireplace. The wellfitted kitchen/breakfast room has a range of bespoke cabinets with integrated appliances and a 4-oven Aga; the breakfast area is in a more modern extension with a massive floor to ceiling window giving a dramatic outlook over the cathedral roofscape. The generous sitting room has a fireplace with wood burning stove and access to the two walled gardens. The master bedroom, to the back of the house, has ample storage space and an ensuite bathroom. Next door is a study, with fitted oak furniture, which links to the front bedrooms. Both have pretty fireplaces and outstanding outlooks. There is a large family bathroom with roll top bath and shower. On the second floor, the front bedroom occupies the full width of the house, with three sash windows making the most of the views. Two period fireplaces and polished floorboards help give the room a special character. The fifth bedroom is at the rear with a jack and jill shower room between. The property is, in the main, surrounded by a mellow brick wall with gates opening to a parking space and some covered storage. This leads to an enclosed garden at the rear with flowering cherry trees and an ivy clad arbour with paved terrace. The second walled garden is on the south side, giving two idyllic locations with a choice of sun or shade for alfresco dining. Location Salisbury Villa is situated within the walled heart of the ancient city of Rochester, overlooking both the Norman castle and cathedral. The city centre is probably best known for its associations with Charles Dickens and the attractive high street is lined with a selection of period houses dating in the main from Georgian and Victorian times. Rochester is known for specialist shopping and an active cultural programme. There is a good range of schools both in the independent and state sectors, including The King s School (within 250 metres) and separate boys and girls grammar schools. There are good commuter services from the new Rochester station (about 400 metres) with journey times to London St Pancras from 36 minutes and other services to Victoria, Cannon Street, London Bridge and Charing Cross. The M2 (Junction 1) gives access to the motorway network and also links with the Bluewater shopping centre and Ebbsfleet International station.

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6 General Local Authorities: Medway Council ( ); Kent County Council ( ) Services: Salisbury Villa has all mains services; gas-fired heating. Floorplans Internal area 2,869 sq ft (266 sq m) For identification purposes only. Directions From the M2 exit A229 to Chatham, picking up signs to Rochester Cathedral. Descend the hill to Rochester and remain on the ring road heading for the Medway Bridge and Strood. Just before crossing the bridge turn left into the Esplanade, and then immediately left into Castle Hill which becomes Epaul Lane, and Salisbury Villa will be seen on the left overlooking the castle. There is a car park (pay and display) opposite x '7" x 9'9" Cellar Sitting Room 9.25 x '4" x 14'6" Main Bedroom 6.55 x '6" x 14'8" Kitchen/ Breakfast Room 3.96 x '0" x 12'0" Desk Study 4.88 x '0" x 7'1" Bedroom x '1" x 12'2" (Maximum) Larder Dining Room 4.34 x '3" x 9'11" Entrance Hall 3.73 x '3" x 8'8" Bedroom x '7" x 10'0" Bedroom x '5" x 8'10" Bedroom x '8" x 14'5" Ground Floor First Floor Second Floor Canterbury 2 St Margaret s Street, Canterbury, Kent CT1 2SL canterbury@struttandparker.com struttandparker.com 55 offices across England and Scotland, including 10 offices in Central London The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only. ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/ /vbk IMPORTANT NOTICE Strutt & Parker LLP gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptions, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements are approximate and not necessarily to scale. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. Strutt & Parker LLP does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the Vendor. 4. Strutt & Parker LLP does not accept responsibility for any expenses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 5. If there is anything of particular importance to you, please contact this office and Strutt & Parker will try to have the information checked for you. Photographs taken May Particulars prepared May 2016.