Sandgate, CT20 3AP
Listed 21 May 2026 · Folkestone
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Key features
- Situated in the heart of Sandgate village
- Delightful detached Grade II Listed coastal cottage
- Beautifully presented blending period charm with modern comfort
- Kitchen/breakfast room
- Two reception rooms
- Ground floor cloakroom/utility room
- Three bedrooms
- Two bath/shower rooms
- Secure off road parking
About this home
Delightful detached coastal period cottage situated in the heart of Sandgate village with potential for a holiday home and airbnb. No Chain.
Situation
Property Originally believed to have operated as a Picture Frame Makers premises in 1893 the property later became home to a Coal Merchant in 1940 from which it is thought to have derived the name “Coal House”. A beautifully presented detached Grade II listed coastal cottage, thoughtfully restored to blend period charm with modern comfort. Features include elegant sash windows, bright and spacious interiors, underfloor heating downstairs, radiators upstairs, a camera entry system, and secure iron gates. The welcoming sitting room is full of character, with a period fireplace and charming window seat. The impressive extended kitchen/dining room is the heart of the home, featuring a vaulted ceiling, stylish fitted units, generous worktops, integrated appliances, solid bleached oak flooring and French doors opening to the walled courtyard; perfect for entertaining. A modern utility room/cloakroom/WC and boiler cupboard complete the ground floor. Upstairs offers two double bedrooms, both...
Outside The entrance is approached via an iron gate and mews like walkway. There is a low maintenance paved rear walled courtyard which is approached via iron gates from Gough Road providing rear vehicular access.
Services We understand all main services are connected.
Property details
- Property type
- Detached
- Council tax band
- B
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Parking
- Yes
Floorplan
Location
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- Folkestone West Station0.8 mi
- Folkestone Central Station1.2 mi
- Channel Tunnel Terminal Station1.7 mi
What nearby homes sold for
Median sold prices in CT20 over the last 12 months: flat £193k · terraced £287k · semi-detached £355k · detached £670k.
| Address | Type | Sold | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42a, Sandgate High Street Folkestone CT20 3AP | Flat Leasehold | 5 Jul 2024 | £197,500 |
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Buying costs
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Listed by Colebrook Sturrock, Hythe on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 21 May 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 21/05/2026.
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