ON THE MARKET
Address: Bustle Holme, Burdett Avenue, Shorne, near Rochester
Price: £444,000
Agent: Sealeys

Who could resist this pretty detached home in lovely gardens, that has been owned by the same family for 60 years?

It was built by the vendor’s father in 1955, who said the large plot was a haven of peace after his wartime work as a rear gunner in a Lancaster bomber.

There are still views towards the River Thames across farmland from the first floor front window and the well-tended gardens are a tribute to the hard work of the family through the years. The mature and secluded plot is prettily landscaped and has a working water pump and a well maintained pond.

Charming features a new buyer would want to retain include an original fireplace, vintage stained glass windows and the original wooden garage door with diamond windows.

Another great feature of this traditional property is the easy to adapt downstairs layout. This already includes a kitchen/diner and sitting room which are next to each other, both opening out to the back garden.

The master bedroom with dormer windows is on the first floor and has an en suite shower room. Two further bedrooms are on the ground floor, although either of these could be incorporated into the main living area if needed. A downstairs shower room is off the central hallway.

The property is on the edge of Shorne village and has driveway parking as well as the integral garage. The village is midway between Rochester and Gravesend. Bluewater and Ebbsfleet International are both a short drive away.

Contact the agent on 01474 369368