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For saleReduced 28 Sept 2026
£700,000Offers over

Rayham Road, Whitstable, CT5 3DY

6bedrooms
2bathrooms
Detachedtype
2,555sq ft
Freeholdtenure

Listed 6 Jul 2026 · price reduced 28 Sept 2026 · Whitstable

How the price compares

This home£700,000£274 per sq ft
Median 6 bed in CT5£1.65m8 homes listed · £408 per sq ft
Difference-58%below the area median

Key features

  • Spacious Detached Family Home Set Back From The Road
  • Quiet Private Driveway Position On Sought-After Rayham Road
  • Over 2,500 sq. ft. Of Versatile Accommodation
  • Six Bedrooms, Including Two On The Ground Floor
  • Principal Suite With Walk-In Wardrobe And En-Suite
  • Three Reception Areas Including Conservatory
  • Large Wrap-Around Gardens And Substantial Plot
  • Detached Garage And Extensive Off-Road Parking
  • Previous Planning Permission For a Detached Two-Bedroom Dwelling (Now Lapsed)
  • Excellent Opportunity For Families Seeking Space And Future Potential

About this home

Tucked away from the main road along a private driveway, this substantial detached family home occupies an impressive plot in one of Whitstable's most desirable locations. Situated on Rayham Road, the property enjoys a peaceful setting while remaining within easy reach of the town centre, station, schools and the seafront.

Offering over 2,500 sq. ft. of versatile accommodation, this home has been designed with family living in mind. The ground floor boasts a spacious lounge with feature fireplace, a separate dining room, fitted kitchen with breakfast area, conservatory overlooking the gardens, utility room and two additional ground floor bedrooms, ideal for guests, older relatives or those working from home.

Upstairs, the generous principal bedroom enjoys a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom, complemented by three further well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom, providing ample space for growing families.

Outside is where this property truly excels. Set within a large, established plot, the gardens wrap around the home, offering extensive lawned areas, mature planting and a wonderful sense of privacy. There is also a detached garage and a substantial driveway providing parking for numerous vehicles.

A particularly exciting feature is the additional land to the side of the property, where planning permission was previously granted for the construction of a two-bedroom detached dwelling. Whilst this permission has now lapsed, full details remain available on the local planning portal, presenting an exciting opportunity for buyers to explore the potential, subject to obtaining the necessary consents.

Properties combining this level of accommodation, generous gardens and future potential are rarely available, making this an outstanding opportunity for families looking to secure a long-term home in a highly regarded Whitstable location.

EPC Rating E

Material Information

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Location The popular seaside town of Whitstable is situated on the stunning North Kent coast, 7 miles north of the historical city of Canterbury and less than 60 miles from central London. With its quaint alley ways, colourful high street and peaceful shingle beaches this town has a lot to offer both residents and holiday makers. For entertainment there are excellent water sport facilities, plenty of art galleries, and a wealth of independently run restaurants, boutiques and cafes to enjoy along the vibrant high street. The Crab and Winkle Way, one of the earliest passenger railways and the first ever steam-powered railway in the world, follows the disused railway line between Canterbury and Whitstable, and is now a popular walking and cycle route through woods and countryside. Road links via the A299 Thanet Way give easy access to the M2 for travel to London and beyond. Whitstable also has a main line train station providing fast and frequent links into London Victoria (1hr 30 mins) and London St Pancras (1hr 11mins).

Hall

Lounge 23' 9" x 12' 11"

Dining Room 14' 1" x 11' 0"

Kitchen 13' 9" x 9' 8"

Conservatory 19' 8" x 11' 3"

WC

Utility Room 12' 2" x 9' 8"

Bedroom 10' 7" x 10' 1"

Bedroom 10' 7" x 10' 1"

First Floor

Bedroom 19' 1" x 17' 3"

Ensuite

Walk In Closet

Bedroom 11' 0" x 9' 5"

Bathroom

Bedroom 12' 11" x 9' 10"

Bedroom 12' 11" x 9' 10"

External

Garage 16' 8" x 8' 11"

Driveway

Garden

Property details

Property type
Detached
Size
2,555 sq ft / 237 sq m
Council tax band
E
Tenure
Freehold
Parking
Garage, Driveway, Off street
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

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Location

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  • Whitstable Station0.8 mi
  • Chestfield & Swalecliffe Station1.1 mi
  • Herne Bay Station3.2 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in CT5 over the last 12 months: detached £520k · semi-detached £370k · terraced £383k · flat £226k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Seybrow, Rayham Road
Whitstable CT5 3DY
Detached
Freehold
25 Jul 2025£500,000
April Cottage, Rayham Road
Whitstable CT5 3DY
Detached
Freehold
25 Apr 2025£445,000
Woolloomooloo, Rayham Road
Whitstable CT5 3DY
Detached
Freehold
12 Dec 2024£345,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in CT5

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£3,502£70,000 deposit · £630,000 loan
Stamp Duty£25,000England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Miles & Barr Exclusive, Canterbury on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 6 Jul 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: reduced on 28/09/2026.

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