For Sale6 Bedroom Detached House in Way Hill, Minster, Ramsgate, Kent Ct12 4hs£1,250,000

We moved here about 16 years ago as we loved the character of the property, the location and the availably of good schools in the vicinity. At the time the property needed a complete upgrade and we virtually gutted the inside, with new plumbing and electrics, replastered, redecorated and installed the contemporary kitchen and bathrooms. We have thoroughly enjoyed the results of our efforts and it has been a great place to bring up our family. However they have all flown the nest and we feel it is time for us to downsize. We also love the grounds and the local wildlife including rabbits, squirrels, kestrels and woodpeckers, which is why we created a wildlife area in what was previously a two acre paddock. However, the paddock could easily be reinstated should new owners have equestrian interests or want to keep chickens, goats, sheep or alpacas. Alternative opportunities include the possibility of property development as some of our neighbours have built additional properties in their large gardens so new owners may be able to do the same, subject to the appropriate planning The countryside location is wonderful as it is very quiet and peaceful with friendly neighbours, yet it is only a short drive to Thanet Parkway station where the high speed train can whisk you to London in 70 minutes. We are not far from Minster village with its historic Abbey and Church, originally founded in 670AD. It also includes a mainline station, shops, pubs and restaurants as well as hair and beauty salons, a surgery, a veterinary practice and a dog groomer. There is a good primary school, an amateur dramatic society, bowls group and regular events in the village hall as well as a large playing field with a multi-use games area and an all-weather sports pitch. With regard to education, as well as the local primary school, there are excellent primary, secondary, grammar and private schools in Thanet, a well-respected grammar school in Sandwich and a plethora of Outstanding grammar and top class private schools in Canterbury. The Thanet Way for access to London and Canterbury and the Sandwich Road for Dover and Folkestone are nearby and it is only a short distance to the Westwood Cross shopping centre with its range of high street stores, restaurants, a casino and the Vue cinema complex. For golfing aficionados the opportunities are endless, from practising your swing at the Manston Golf Centre to playing a round at the prestigious Royal Cinque Ports in Deal or the St George’s championship course in Sandwich, and there are also many other local clubs. If you enjoy a walk with the dog or a bit of bird watching and seal spotting the Pegwell Bay Nature Reserve is only a short drive and there are plenty of places around for cycling and riding with the Manston Riding Centre not far away. While the surrounding 26 miles of Thanet beaches offer a wonderful playground for the children and sailing enthusiasts can moor their boat at the Ramsgate Marina and join the Royal Temple Yacht club.