Full Property Description
An outstanding Grade II Listed townhouse offering beautifully appointed and characterful accommodation, an enchanting walled garden, and generous garaging, all set within the St Dunstan’s Conservation Area moments from Canterbury West Station and the historic city centre offered for sale with no chain.
Vine House occupies a distinguished corner position on Church Street and is believed to date from the late 18th to early 19th centuries. A notable feature is the impressive 50-foot garage, considered suitable for conversion to further accommodation, subject to the necessary consents - Planning has previously been granted as recently as 2015 for major alterations (now lapsed). The current owners have completed a full redecoration to an exceptional standard, combining refined décor in neutral Farrow & Ball colours with luxurious bathrooms to create a home of considerable elegance and charm. The beautifully proportioned walled garden is a rare and valuable asset for such a central location.
A wrought-iron gate opens onto a pathway leading to the entrance portico, where a handsome panelled door with fanlight above welcomes you into the hall, graced by a fine Georgian staircase. Both the dual-aspect drawing room and sitting room feature attractive fireplaces. The superb kitchen and dining area enjoys attractive tiled flooring, wide French doors to the garden, and painted wooden cabinetry with integrated appliances and a range cooker. On the lower ground floor, the refurbished family room includes two generous walk-in storage cupboards.
The first floor is home to a well-appointed cloakroom and a magnificent principal suite, comprising a spacious bedroom and an exquisite en-suite bathroom with traditional fittings, a statement roll-top bath, large vanity surface with storage beneath, separate shower, and WC. The family bathroom is similarly stylish and two further double bedrooms complete the accommodation.
Key Features
Vine House lies within the sought-after St. Dunstan’s Conservation Area, just half a mile west of Canterbury’s vibrant city centre and only a short stroll from Canterbury West station. Everyday amenities can be found in nearby St. Dunstan’s, while the city offers an excellent array of shops, cultural attractions, and educational establishments, including leading state and private schools such as the Simon Langton grammar schools, Kent College, The King’s School, and St. Edmund’s. Cultural highlights include the renowned Marlowe Theatre, the Cathedral, local museums, and the beautifully restored Beaney Gallery and Library. Sporting facilities are plentiful, with Canterbury Golf Club, the Polo Farm Sports Club, and the St. Lawrence Ground - home to Kent County Cricket Club - all within easy reach.
High-speed services from Canterbury West reach London St Pancras in approximately 55 minutes, with additional routes to Victoria, Cannon Street, and Charing Cross available from Canterbury East. The A2 provides swift access to Dover for cross-Channel connections and to Folkestone for the Channel Tunnel Terminal.
