Detached house for sale in Pier Avenue, Whitstable, Kent CT5

Pier Avenue is undoubtedly one of the most desired locations in Tankerton and this is a fantastic chance to enjoy great sea views and be only a minutes’ walk from the beach.

This attractive property was originally built in the 1960's and was lovingly and sympathetically extended and refurbished by the current owners in 2013 and has been a great home to enjoy the beach life and this enviable location. Originally used as a five bedroom property, the current owners use the main bedroom area as a recreational lounge as children have grown up and left home.

Firstly admire the kerb appeal, a striking detached property with parking for two cars plus a garage to house another vehicle or seaside hobby equipment. There is a main front door, but also an additional door which leads straight to a cloakroom, ideal to clean up from the beach visits before entering the main house.

Enter into the main hallway and into the large open plan area which provides a great space for entertaining but is zoned into defined areas to enjoy each space. There are two sets of bi fold doors and when opened completely bring the garden area into use. This open plan living area includes the stylish kitchen which was custom made by a local craftsman. It includes a Neff double oven and microwave, dishwasher, wine rack and housing for a Fisher Paykel French Fridge/Freezer. The central island has storage both sides and seating on stools. The dining area zone is along the width of the bi fold doors, to enjoy the outside area, and the living area has windows to the front and a log burning stove to stay cosy on those wintery nights.

Also downstairs there is a double bedroom, with doors onto the patio, and an ensuite bathroom.

From the hallway walk upstairs whilst appreciating the glass and chrome banister leading to a light landing area with large window. The upstairs area provides great flexibility on rooms. The original master bedroom with amtico flooring and high vaulted ceiling is now used as a games/family room and has bi fold doors leading to the balcony from which you can sit and enjoy the sea views, and expands across the front of the property, being of double aspect windows and high ceilings at the front and back. There are a further two double bedrooms (one with a range of fitted wardrobes) and a single bedroom also with fitted wardrobes. The main bathroom has a bath with shower over, tiled floors and towel rail.

In the property there is an alarm system, mains drainage and gas central heating and privacy blinds have been fitted throughout operately mainly by remote control.

Outside the rear garden is secluded and is fully enclosed. The owners have enjoyed a low maintenance garden made up of borders flanked with sleepers incorporating an area of artificial grass and a large patio area enclosed by hedges to provide privacy. A side area houses the bins, provides a strorage area and leads to the front of the property for ease.

The garage has an electric door, electricity and houses the boiler.

Pier Avenue is one of the most desired locations in Tankerton, conveniently positioned for access to shops on Tankerton Road and Whitstable town centre. The property has gorgeous sea views and is within a minutes’ walk to the seafront. The popular picnicking grass slopes of Tankerton leading to the beach are also on the doorstep.

If you enjoying dining out, you will be spoilt for choice at Vogue award winning restaurant Jo Jo’s, Land & Sea and Basil & Co.

The Marine Hotel is also within walking distance, as are 2 very well served micro bars.

Whitstable mainline railway stations offer frequent services to London (Victoria) approximately 80 mins. The high speed Javelin service provides access to London (St Pancras) with a journey time of approximately 73 mins. The popular town of Whitstable is under a mile away, with its bustling High Street providing a diverse range of shopping facilities including boutique shops, as well as fashionable restaurants, cafe bars, the harbour and recreational and leisure amenities. Road links in easy access is the A299 which then links to the M2/A2 connecting motorway network onwards to London or other coastal locations.