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Situated in a Conservation Area and a mile to the renowned Quex Park Estate 'The Manor' was built in 1832 during the Regency Period and the house benefits from the added opulence and grandeur of this late Georgian architecture and style, retaining many original period features throughout. 'The Manor’ is in Acol a picturesque tranquil Hamlet location and boasts grounds reaching approximately an acre, a perfect Country retreat from London, with a helipad within 3 minutes, 9 minutes from from the sandy beaches of Minnis Bay, only 10 minutes from Margate and the Turner Gallery. Whether you are entering through the North or South Gates both private electric double gates that lead up an imposing large stone crescent shaped driveway. There is ample parking for 6 cars with further space in the double garage. Immediately you are welcomed by the impressive Grade II Listed façade. A significant feature on entering 'The Manor' is the cast iron ornamental fountain positioned opposite the entrance adding to the grandeur on arrival. The fountain centrepiece which features two cherubs, was imported from Italy and offers a tranquil soundscape of water throughout the grounds and main house.  The current owners have lovingly restored and extensively renovated the main house as well as heavily invested in the grounds in order to bring the house back to its opulent style. Professional decorators were contracted with the use of colours sensitive to the time period. Farrow & Ball specialist Casien Distemper Paints, that have a breathable permeable structure suited to period homes were used throughout. Milano Windsor Radiators have been installed and the intricate and painstaking restoration of each of the original Georgian bar bay windows.  The original white Italian marble central steps lead up to the portico porch which features the original cast iron Regency style Filigree gates, and heavy set front door, with the original style iron door keys. The high ceilinged and bright main central entrance hall boasts an ornate ceiling rose and original parquet flooring. The Drawing Room to the left is bright and inviting with large dual aspect windows over the front and South gardens allowing light to flood in and boasts the traditional high ceiling height one would expect in a Georgian House. A central rosary carrying a Chandelier and a glorious Fitzwilliam Fireplace with Italian white marble surround and black marble hearth add warmth and opulence. To the right of the entrance hall the impressive dining room with an original Georgian fireplace with a gas insert which also benefits from a dual aspect looking onto the grounds to the front and Northerly aspect. The kitchen to the rear of the building has a mains gas fired Aga, double larder and exposed Victorian tongue and groove wall panelling. There is double aspect windows overlooking the grounds, outside in a small courtyard there is an original dairy, WC and Log Shelter. Through a latched door in the kitchen there is the Boot Store and Utility area. The kitchen area has real scope to extend with an orangery that could utilise the outbuildings alongside the kitchen (subject to planning). The Studio/Gym situated behind the Dining Room boasts a striking Georgian Bar style bay window which encapsulate the garden views. The Parlour, positioned opposite the downstairs bathroom underwent further restoration with a reclaimed Georgian Fireplace and surround and the exposure of original panelling and re-limed plaster, with the Farrow & Ball finish. The cellar part used for storage, is a useful workshop and a further living area currently used as an office/snug would make an excellent cinema room (the ceiling has soundproofing).  The original Regency staircase carpeted in luxurious Axminster leads to the first floor with a central landing, ornate ceiling rose and corbel arch. The master bedroom features an Art Deco fire place, double aspect Georgian Bar window overlooking the South gardens. The Master bedroom accesses a Jack & Jill Bathroom with Juliet roll top claw foot bath, separate shower, hand basin and WC. Three other good sized bedrooms all but one with dual aspect windows looking out across the grounds. On a split level, a Victorian stained doorway leads off the main staircase to a separate wing including a fifth bedroom, en-suite and double aspect windows onto the grounds.  Outbuildings  There are several outbuildings including a double garage with potential for a first floor room (subject to planning). ‘Ye Old Workshop’ a large single garage sized building lined with solid oak once thought to be the Tabernacle for the farmers in the surrounding area in 1832. In addition, there is an original dairy, mower shed, large log shelter building and a teenager den which run alongside the rear of the kitchen and workshop. Mains The following mains services are connected to the property electricity, water, gas, drainage and telephone line. Hive technology and gas central heating with a Worcester Boiler.  Gardens & Grounds  The sunny grounds are especially important and the current owners have spared no expense in renovating the original stonework and walkways erecting a new impressive 60 square metre south facing porcelain terrace with festoon lighting to enjoy evening entertainment and bbq’s. Behind the garage is a spa area which has a hot tub and relaxing terrace. Newly created stone pathways and a woodland trail around the perimeter provide for a variety of uses, plus recently laid lawned areas to enjoy throughout the day. Significant landscaping has taken place throughout the grounds with a vegetable patch, greenhouse, strawberry planter where the original greenhouse once stood. Tree surgeons were called upon to create a safe ambient landscape and preserve the condition of the healthy the ancient trees, including a Yew Tree in the driveway dating back over 250 years.  The trees sweep the perimeter to add to the feel of privacy and seclusion allowing the sunlight to stream across the extensive plot. Planning permission was successfully obtained to erect 54 metres of 2 metre Chainlink fencing plus Laurel trees and Connifers that have been planted to add to privacy and security along the perimeter. The garden provides a safe place for young families, Autumnal walks and summer picnics.  Situation Acol is a Hamlet situated 2.5miles away from the sandy beached of Minnis Bay, just under 6 miles from the Harbour, Shopping and restaurants of Ramsgate. Thanet also boasts a frequent High Speed direct rail service to London St Pancras and the International Eurostar terminus.  Helipad  Electric Car: Broadstairs - Westwood Cross Shopping Centre, CT10 2BF - 5 bays (2 multi-charge, 1 Tesla and 2 Podpoint which require an app)  Shopping: Westwood Cross, Shopping Centre Broadstairs - 3 miles Airports: City via M2 1hr 56m  Gatwick via M2 1hr 52  Schools: Private: St Lawrence College, Wellesley House, State: The Charles Dickens School, Bromstone Primary School, Grammar: Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School, Ramsgate  Golf: North Foreland Golf Club  Yoga & Wellness: Hotpod Yoga Margate 3.3m, Haeckels House Spa, 3.9m  Museums/local historical attractions:  Dover Castle, Northforeland Lighthouse, The Charles Dickens Museum, Broadstairs Reculver Towers https://youtu.be/tYsZDwYcSyUEntrance HallDrawing RoomDining RoomBathroomPorchBathroomShower RoomMaster BedroomBedroomBedroomBedroomBedroomCellarBoot RoomParlourGarageGymLandingKitchen

This has been our family home since before I was born. It is a wonderful country house in an idyllic location and provides me with a raft of happy memories. Over the past few years we have been delighted to update parts of the house and provide excellent leisure facilities for all our family and friends, however we feel that it is time to start a new chapter in our lives and hope new owners will be able to enjoy everything this special home has to offer.Although we live in the country it is not far to the Thanet Way for access to London and it is less than four miles to Herne Bay that includes a pier, beach, shops, restaurants and a mainline station. While the historic city of Canterbury with its ancient buildings, individual shops and high street stores, bars and restaurants as well as three universities and a number of grammar and excellent public schools is not far away. It also has two mainline stations including Canterbury West station where the high speed train can whisk you to London in 54 minutes.For anyone who enjoys outdoor pursuits, in addition to seaside activities at Herne Bay and the Thanet towns, there are wonderful places to go fishing on the river, while Westbere Lakes offers sailing opportunities as well as fishing and clay pigeon shooting at the Greenfields Shooting grounds in Sturry.

Originally designed by the renowned Edwardian architect Sir Basil Champneys, this superb marine residence is one of the largest properties in Whitstable and stands out as a landmark in a Conservation Area along the elegant Marine Parade, with uninterrupted and panoramic sea views stretching as far as Southend. It has been in the hands of the current owners for the past 10 years and during that time they have seriously enhanced the property by upgrading it throughout, including replacing all 35 windows with painted, wood-framed double glazed units. Indeed, no detail has been overlooked and no expense spared in creating the ultimate in opulence and luxury.Spread over four floors and an under croft basement storage area the house has impressive external appeal with its amazing height, varied roof lines, multi-pane windows and very attractive balconies and, once through the bespoke black front door, the internal appearance will take your breath away. The entrance vestibule includes traditional black and white Amtico flooring that flows through an archway to the awe-inspiring reception hall with the original wide central staircase to the upper floors, an arch to the main reception rooms, views of the first and second floor galleried landings and the fantastic central Italian light that hangs down from the top floor.The black and white flooring continues into the wonderful dual aspect kitchen/breakfast room that offers delightful sea views. The bespoke kitchen was designed by Roma Interiors and includes a dual control Aga as well as pale cream Shaker style units with black granite worktops housing a Neff induction hob, slide and hide oven and warming drawer, a Liebherr double fridge and separate double freezer with an ice maker, a Miele dishwasher, a double bowl sink and Franke tap and a large central island with a built in fridge and wine cooler. There is a convenient door to the dining room and plenty of space for a table and chairs where you can sit and admire the view while enjoying your breakfast.Guests will be delighted to partake of a meal in the attractive formal dining room with its coved ceiling, wall of beautiful glass cabinets, a frameless fire and engineered oak flooring that continues throughout much of the property including into the very attractive study with fitted cupboards and shelving. There is also a large and very light and bright dual aspect south facing garden room with dramatic wall covering, two sets of French doors and full height windows to the upper terrace as well as two large atrium style skylights with automatic blinds, half height wall panelling with ornate dado rails and a wide built in glass topped cabinet. There is also a fitted utility room with Miele laundry facilities, the plant room with controls for all the technical systems and a walk-in wet/room shower that has an external door as well as the exotic and luxurious black and gold downstairs cloakroom that everyone will definitely want to visit. It includes a vanity unit in Black Fusion granite, gold shell style tiling, a full width back mirror, glossy black sanitaryware and accessories designed by Samuel Heath.There is a large galleried landing on the first floor and, in order to take full advantage of the panoramic vista, it opens to the impressive sitting room. Not only is this room triple aspect but also has a balcony that wraps around the outside of half the room and is accessed through two sets of French doors with full height side windows. This lovely room also has sculptured coving and a charming fireplace with an excellent flame effect coal gas fire. Friends and family will never want to leave when they are introduced to the beautiful dual aspect second bedroom that includes French doors to a separate balcony providing long range views, an enclosed television cupboard and a wall of wardrobes with concealed doors to the stunning en suite bathroom. This has a Fired Earth stand-alone bath, two vanity basins with storage cupboards and marble tops and a walk in shower. All sanitaryware and accessories from Villeroy and Boch, Grohe and Samuel Heath. Also on this floor is a lovely large office or additional bedroom with a charming bay window looking out to sea.The main suite takes over the entire second floor and is exceptional. A door from the U-shaped galleried landing opens into the vast dressing room with fitted cupboards on both sides and access to the gorgeous triple aspect bedroom with a modern fireplace, automatic window blinds, French doors to a balcony where you can sit and admire the view or, if the weather is inclement, you can just lie in bed with your morning coffee but still be able to watch the ships passing by.  On the opposite side of the dressing room is the luxurious bathroom with furniture, sanitaryware and accessories provided by Bette, Grohe and Porter that includes an oval bath with a Blue Azzurite granite bath surround, twin vanity basins with mirrored wall cupboards above, a wet room and French doors to another balcony. While an archway and stairs from the landing lead up to two further double bedrooms on the top floor with en suite walk-in showers and creates an ideal ‘hideaway’ for kids, an independent space for a teenager or perhaps staff quarters.At the front of the property there are remotely operated entrance gates and a parking area, while round the corner in Cliff Road there is a private lane providing access to the double garage with automatic gates, underfloor heating with charcoal coloured tiling, lighting, electrics and bi-fold doors to the lower terrace area. This could always be converted into a separate annexe as it also has access to the private lower terrace and a charming garden area with a well-manicured lawn interspersed with trees, gated access to the front of the property and surrounded by fencing and a high hedge providing security and privacy. There are steps up to a very large, secluded and south-facing upper terrace that is ideal for sunbathing and outdoor entertaining and includes a delightful central water feature and raised shrub beds and remote controlled awnings outside the garden sunroom.

'Seasong' is a contemporary and stylish executive beach house. There are 7 bedrooms 5 bathrooms and a grand double height open plan reception room spanning the width of the house overlooking the sea. 'Seasong' boasts a unique secluded position on the beach front on the popular Tankerton Beach with direct access from the back gate onto a short pathway down to the beach. 'Seasong' is spread over three floors. On entering through the front door you can see right through to the sea passed the double height kitchen area that leads out onto the gardens. With a snug to the right hand side with fireplace and wood burner and double Crittall style doors that lead through to the seating area in the kitchen. The open plan kitchen leads you through to a vast utility room with bespoke cabinetry for storage. There is also a further storage room, a useful separate study and guest WC. The first floor has four double bedrooms with sea views one with an ensuite. There is a smaller room with a view over the Castle and a good size family bathroom. The third floor boasts a central terrace with far reaching sea views over 'The Street' and out to the windmills and beyond. The double doors leading out to the terrace let in light and a delightful sea breeze. Both bedrooms over the third floor have ensuite bathrooms and sea views. Access to the beach is via the garden onto a short pathway taking you straight to the sea. The front of Seasong overlooks Whitstable Castle and is also yards from Tankerton Slopes which are cliff-top lawns that roll gently towards the sea and provide excellent views of ‘The Street ‘-a naturally formed spit of land that extends into the sea and can be walked on at low tide.The landscaped garden is terraced over three levels with multiple seating areas patios, and parts laid to lawn. Whitstable is a vibrant and desirable seaside town frequented by visitors form London with many deciding to reside full time. Tankerton high street is set back from the beach is a small high street filled with shops, cafes, and Ossie’s, a reliably delicious fish and chip shop. The popular Jo Jo’s meze bar is a short stroll from the house. The cliff-top lawns of Tankerton Slopes roll gently towards the sea and provide excellent views of ‘The Street’, a naturally formed spit of land that extends into the sea and can be walked on at low tide. These shingle slopes support a population of the rare Fisher’s estuarine moth, Gortyna borelii lunata, and as such have been designated a Special Area of Conservation. Colourful and highly covetable beach huts nestle at the base of the slopes, one of which was transported and transformed in Tracy Emin’s 2000 work ‘The Last Thing I Said to You was Don’t leave me here’. Tankerton’s Blue Flag beach is deservedly popular in summer but happily avoids the crowds of this stretch of coast. Whitstable high street is a short walk along the promenade and offers an impressive mix of independent shops, cafes, and restaurants, wonderful historic architecture and a thriving cultural scene. With its own Biennale, a wealth of independent businesses, and easy access to London, the area supports a diverse community enjoying a vibrant life on the coast. Whitstable is historically famed for its oysters. The epicurean tradition has continued locally with the annual Whitstable Oyster Festival and at Wheelers Oyster Bar, Oyster Co., and Stephen Harris’ Michelin-starred The Sportsman. Other dining options within a half-hour drive include The Fordwich Arms, The Pig at Bridge Place, and The Goods Shed in Canterbury, all driven by local produce. Local train lines provide excellent transport connections; Whitstable Station is a 15 minute walk away with direct trains to London St Pancras and London Victoria in under 90 minutes. To the south, Canterbury is accessible by bus or a 20-minute drive, whilst Margate is 30 minutes and Dover is 45 minutes by car. The M2 and the M20 connect to central London in 60 miles and take around 1 hour 40 minutes.https://youtu.be/VIBYVomfO4s