For Sale3 Bedroom House in Church Street, Cliffe, Rochester, Kent, ME3£525,000

This Grade II Listed, circa 1500s, three-bedroom character property is offered to the market with no forward chain. It features exposed timber beams, solid wood oak flooring, and a large feature open brick period fireplace. This exceptional property offers generous accommodation, including a large basement room accessed by a spiral staircase, a large kitchen with a separate dining area, a stunning reception area, a utility room, and a shower room/WC on the ground floor, and three double bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor. On entering the property, you are confronted by the 26’4 x 23’8 reception room, divided in parts by exposed original floor-to-ceiling timber beams, a timber beam ceiling, and a stunning, large period walk-in brick-built fireplace at its centre. (The timbered beamed ceiling was most likely built from repurposed ship timbers, a common method of construction in the period.) The impressive original flooring is also of solid oak. From this area, a spiral staircase descends to an additional basement room of a similar size, with exposed herringbone brick walls and a wooden floor. This area would make an ideal cinema room or snooker room, etc. The Kitchen is fitted with a generous range of both floor and wall units, and measures 27’10 x 12’6 with a step down to a dining room, which measures 22’5 x 9’4. There is also a useful 7’4 x 6’11 utility room off the kitchen and access to the rear garden, which also leads out to the parking area, to one side of the property. Also on the ground floor is a large shower room / WC. By way of an open, feature bespoke solid oak wood staircase, the rooms on the 1st floor are accessed from an L-shaped landing, the master bedroom measuring 16’6 x 13’1, the second bedroom measuring 17’2 x 10’0, and the third bedroom measuring 15’0 x 9’7, all with period features. The family bathroom is fitted with a quality white suite and wood-panelled bath. This property benefits from gas central heating, and the garden is laid to lawn with a decked entertaining area and access to the off-road parking area for up to three vehicles. Location    Cliffe village has one of the largest parish churches in Kent, St Helen’s, which dates back to 1260. There is also a primary school and a cafe, a public house, as well as a doctor's surgery. Shops, restaurants, supermarkets, and schools etc are only a short distance away in Hoo, Strood, and Rochester, with fast connections to London from either Chatham or Rochester. The M2 motorway to either London or Dover is approximately a 10 minute drive. Seller Insight    “172 Church Street has been my home since 2004, and from the very beginning I was enchanted by its late 17th-century charm. At Christmas especially, it takes on a truly magical atmosphere.” “The building itself has such a rich history - once a restaurant where I actually learned my table manners as a child, and before that a shop and a butcher’s, before finally becoming a family home. It is without doubt a showstopper, with its countless unique features.” “During my time here, I have modernised the property sympathetically, carefully restoring and enhancing every room. A favourite quirk is the hatch in the lounge, which leads down into the cellar. I installed a spiral staircase and flooring to create a wonderful snug and cinema room. I especially love the herringbone brickwork - it’s details like this that make the home feel so special and full of character.” “For me, the lounge will always be the heart of the house. With the fire roaring on both sides, it becomes the cosiest, most welcoming space - so much so that it has even been hired out for film shoots. At Christmas it is simply magical, with the oak staircase dressed and the fire glowing.” .    “The garden is private yet manageable, thoughtfully arranged with a decking area and flower beds all around.” “The house itself has been the perfect setting for family gatherings; we once built a grotto for the children at Christmas, and have hosted as many as 27 people around the dining table. It is a home made for celebration and togetherness, with its generous proportions, especially with regards to the kitchen area owing to its former life as a restaurant.” “The community here is equally special. The neighbours are lovely - we even paint the outside of our homes together. There is a wonderful pub just along the road, shops and a school nearby, so it’s great for family life. There are beautiful walks, whether it’s across the marshes or up to the Thames estuary. Many who live here never wish to leave, thanks to the great connections into London that make life here both peaceful and practical.” “It is with a heavy heart that I now prepare to part with this home. What I will miss most is the feeling it gives - the glow of the fire, the sense of history in its walls, and the magic that fills it. This is truly a one-of-a-kind house, and when you step inside, it will speak for itself.” Transport Information    Higham Railway Station: 2.8 miles Strood Railway Station: 4.6 miles (high speed to London 32 mins) Rochester Railway Station: 5.1 miles (high speed service) Halling Railway Station: 5.5 miles Ebbsfleet International Station: 8.2 miles (high speed service) All distances are approximate and calculated as the crow flies. Local Schools    Primary Schools: St Helens C Of E Primary School 0.3 miles Cliffe Woods Primary School 1.8 miles Shorne Church of England Primary School 4.3 miles Temple Mill Primary School 3.8 miles Bligh Primary School (Infants) 4.9 miles Halling Primary School 8.3 miles Secondary Schools: Maritime Academy 4 miles The Leigh Academy Strood 4.7 miles Chatham Grammar 6.4 miles Rainham School for Girls 8 miles City of Rochester School 1.8 miles Gad's Hill School 3.9 miles Kings Schools Rochester 5 miles Cobham Hall 5.8 miles Information sourced from Rightmove (findaschool). Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria. Useful Information    We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority websites for more helpful information about the property and local area before proceeding. Some information in these details are taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making then please contact Fine & Country North Kent for verification. Tenure    The vendor confirms to us that the property is freehold. Should you proceed with the purchase of the property your solicitor must verify these details. Council Tax    We are informed this property is in band F. For confirmation please contact Medway Borough Council. Appliances/Services    The mention of any appliances and/or services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full efficient working order. Measurements    All measurements are approximate and therefore may be subject to a small margin of error. Viewings    Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 6.30 pm Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm Viewing via North Kent Fine & Country office. Ref    NK/CD/JT/250922 - HAR250193/D1