Canterbury, England

Description Harkness Drive, Canterbury, Kent A substantial detached family home adjoining the woodland of the University of Kent A substantial detached family home occupying a generous plot of approximately 0.25 acres, enjoying a private position directly adjoining the woodland of the University of Kent. The property provides well-proportioned and versatile accommodation arranged over two floors, with five double bedrooms, generous reception space, a contemporary kitchen and dining room, home office and excellent ancillary accommodation. The house has been carefully maintained and upgraded, with solar panels and a new electric heating system, while the mature gardens and woodland outlook provide a rare sense of privacy so close to Canterbury. The House The scale and proportions of the house are immediately apparent on entering the generous reception hall, which provides access to the principal living spaces and creates a natural flow through the ground floor. The open-plan kitchen and dining room forms the heart of the house. The kitchen is fitted with extensive storage, quartz work surfaces and a comprehensive range of integrated appliances, with a breakfast bar providing a useful division between the kitchen and dining areas. There is ample space for family dining and informal seating, with doors opening towards the garden and woodland beyond. The principal reception room is a particularly well-proportioned space with dual-aspect windows allowing natural light to enter from two sides. A log burner provides a focal point, while French doors open directly onto the rear garden, making this a comfortable room for both family use and entertaining. The ground floor also includes a fully fitted utility room, cloakroom, home office and extensive integrated storage. On the first floor, the principal bedroom has a substantial dressing room and a large en-suite bathroom. Four further double bedrooms provide flexibility for children, guests and home working, with a contemporary shower room and separate family bathroom completing the accommodation. Gardens and Grounds The house occupies a generous and unusually private plot of approximately a quarter of an acre, with the gardens extending along the woodland boundary. The broad frontage provides extensive off-road parking, with a sweeping driveway leading to the double garage. There is useful side access between the front and rear gardens, and the garage also benefits from direct access to the rear. The rear garden is predominantly laid to lawn and enclosed by mature planting, established shrubs and borders. Several areas of terrace provide space for outdoor dining and entertaining, while the woodland immediately beyond creates a particularly peaceful outlook. A secluded walled courtyard to the side of the house provides a further private area and incorporates a substantial summerhouse/log cabin. With electricity, air conditioning and internet connectivity, this is a versatile space which could be used as a home office, studio, gym or additional recreational accommodation. Features Approximately 0.25 acres Directly adjoining University of Kent woodland Five double bedrooms Principal bedroom with dressing room and en-suite bathroom Open-plan kitchen and dining room Separate utility room Home office Family bathroom and separate shower room Double garage and extensive driveway parking Summerhouse/log cabin with electricity, air conditioning and internet connectivity Solar panels New electric heating system Direct access to the garden from the utility room and principal reception room Planning permission granted for a single and two-storey front and side extension, together with an additional side extension (Ref. CA/) The Location Harkness Drive is a highly regarded residential address in Canterbury, occupying a leafy and established setting within easy reach of the city centre. Canterbury offers an exceptional combination of history, culture and everyday amenities. The historic centre is hom