For Sale5 Bedroom House in Preston Meadows, Preston, Canterbury, Kent, CT3£1,650,000

A striking contemporary ‘smart’ home, in a peaceful rural setting on the edge of Preston village 3 Preston Meadows is a superb example of a modern home, offering the very best in contemporary design and technology, with almost 4,000 sq ft of flexible and stylish living space arranged over three floors. The property is located in a quiet rural setting with far reaching views over surrounding countryside. The fingerprint door entry system opens to an impressive central reception hall featuring double-height ceilings, with an outstanding bespoke open stairway with glass balustrade and hardwood steps, and an abundance of natural light via a wall of aluminium-framed glazed panels. There is garage and cloakroom access from here. Double doors lead to the sitting room, with recessed ceiling lighting and a stylish fireplace; sliding doors open to the sunny south-facing rear terrace and landscaped garden. The hub of the home - the capacious open plan kitchen/breakfast, dining and family room - enjoys triple aspects and has sliding doors to the front-facing terrace, showcasing far-reaching views. The sleek kitchen comprises a range of two-tone contemporary Shaker-style cabinetry, with a central marble-topped island, wooden breakfast bar and a multitude of luxury integrated appliances, including double ovens. There is a useful utility room. The striking stairway rises to an expansive and bright galleried landing, where a study and gym can be found. The vast principal bedroom suite has sliding glazed doors onto a balcony; there is a chic en suite bathroom and a dressing room with ample integrated wardrobes, and a fully fitted wardrobe off the landing. The guest bedroom also has an en suite shower room and a dressing room. The third bedroom is well served by the family bathroom. The second floor provides the fourth of the property’s well-proportioned bedrooms together with a family bathroom with shower. There are also two good sized store rooms. This property has 0.68 acres of land. Outside 3 Preston Meadows enjoys a generous plot, enclosed via a combination of low-level fencing, hedging and a brick pillared entrance with electronic gates. The bonded gravel drive leads up to the house and provides access to the attached triple garages, offering a wealth of parking. An expanse of carefully manicured level lawn encircles the property, interspersed with young trees and a variety of shrubbery. A wrap-around terrace offers a choice of pleasing aspects from which to enjoy the weather and dine al fresco, with the attractive rear terrace surrounded by several vibrant raised planters. Stone steps pave the way to the garden bar and patio, with its jacuzzi and useful store room. There is also a mower shed. The property benefits from a 25% share of the 4 acre meadow opposite. SPECIFICATIONS EXTERNAL: Electric gates Door entry system Low carbon heat pump Condenser for master bedroom air conditioning GARAGE: 3 electric garage doors EV charge point Hot water cylinder Water softener RECEPTION HALL: iPad for Loxone control CCTV Network switch Sound server Remote control Velux windows with automatic rain sensor closing Fully fitted wardrobe KITCHEN/DINING/FAMILY ROOM: Ceiling mounted smart speakers Wine Refrigerator Dishwasher Integrated bin Microwave Induction Hob Fan oven Fan/Steam oven Samsung Smart fridge freezer with ice and filtered water Quooker boiling water tap with cold water filter Waste disposal unit SITTING ROOM: Ceiling mounted smart speakers Electric colour changing fire PRINCIPAL BEDROOM: Air Conditioning Ceiling mounted smart speakers Fully fitted dressing room GYM/BEDROOM 5: Ceiling mounted smart speakers GENERAL: Smart controlled electric curtains Underfloor heating to all floors Network cabling USB sockets in all rooms Smart glass light switches Colour changing lights Loxone System Controls the following: Lights Heating/temperature Access Music Curtains Intruder alarm Situation Well-regarded Preston provides an excellent range of day-to-day amenities, including several shops, a renowned butcher and a popular pub, with the neighbouring Wingham, Ickham, Wickhambreaux and Littlebourne offering further facilities and schooling options. Canterbury offers an array of cultural interests and extensive recreational and shopping facilities. There is an enviable range of schools, colleges and universities in the surrounding area, including St Edmunds, The King’s Schools and the Simon Langton Grammar schools. The A2 links to the M20, M25 and M2 motorway networks. High-speed train services operate from Canterbury West to London St Pancras in under an hour, perfect for the commuter, with services from Sturry in just over an hour. The area has good access to the Continent. Directions From Canterbury: Head north-east, following signs for the A28, for 6.5 miles before turning right onto Grove Ferry Hill. After just over a mile, turn left onto Grove Road. The property will be found on the left in just under a mile.