£575,000 /Sale price

Located on the waterfront at Gillingham on Waterside Lane, this four-bedroom cottage dates back to around 1800. Full of original features, this character property boasts a unique layout, having originally been two cottages that were converted into a single residence spanning approximately 1,576 square feet. This stunning home also offers a generous plot with both a front and rear garden, the rear garden being south-facing and comprehensively planted and covering an area of approximately 0.25 of an acre with outbuildings, and the front offering privacy from the riverside walk.Upon entering the property through a quarry-tiled porch, you will find the sitting room, which measures 12'6 x 10'1 and features slate flooring along with an original fireplace fitted with a coal-fired traditional range. The snug measures 12'5 x 7'10 and provides access to the rear kitchen, which is 11'4 x 8'4. The kitchen is fitted with a custom-made Smallbone design and includes both a Neff electric oven and hob, as well as a two-plate, oil-fired Rayburn oven. The kitchen opens to an entertaining terrace area, which has flagstones bordered by an ornamental wall, leading to the spacious south-facing rear garden. The dining room with a stone flagged floor, is located at the centre of the property, with views out to the river Medway and measures a generous 18'3 x 11'9. An original, open and working fireplace with a fire grate has recently been professionally swept for continued use, and to the rear of the property is a 12'3 x 7'7 Utility room with additional storage, quarry tiled floor, and a butler sink. To the side of the property is a front-to-back covered access with skylights for natural light. This 27'1 x 6'0 area is currently used as a useful storage area.On the first floor, there are four bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bedroom measures 12'5" x 10'0" and offers views of the Medway River. Bedroom two is 18'3" x 9'9" and is currently used as a study, overlooking the rear garden. There is also a modern bathroom.Accessed from a separate staircase in the dining room, two bedrooms can be found, one measuring 12'6 x 10'0, again with panoramic river Medway views, and the second measuring 17'0 x 6'2, along with the second bathroom. Both bathrooms have been updated with modern white suites and high quality fittings.The rear garden features well-planted mixed borders and pathways. It includes three outbuildings: a storage shed with an outside W/C, a log store, and a large multi-purpose shed measuring 20'0" x 10'2". There are two rear gates providing access to a parking area for two vehicles at the back of the garden.The front garden is also well-planted, offering privacy from the riverside walk at the front of the property.This is a unique and charming property, having been kept in immaculate condition by its present owners, and offering both stunning views of the river Medway and large gardens offering plenty of outdoor space. Situated in a quiet and secluded location on the Gillingham waterfront.