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Situation
Little Springfield is an exceptionally handsome home of character, situated in one of Hythe’s most prestigious hillside locations. Its elevated position offers commanding sea views from its southerly aspect, while the property is surrounded by delightful and meticulously landscaped gardens.
Conveniently located within a short walk of Hythe’s bustling town centre, the home is close to a variety of interesting shops, boutiques, restaurants and several supermarkets. The property benefits from excellent parking and a garage at the back of the property.
The unspoiled seafront and the picturesque Royal Military Canal are nearby offering scenic walks and leisure opportunities. For commuters High Speed rail links to London St Pancras are available from Folkestone West and Central stations. The M20 motorway provides connections to the rest of Kent, while Eurotunnel in Cheriton offers easy access to France and the Continent.
Property
Nestled in a picturesque setting, Little Springfield is a charming property blending traditional craftsmanship with modern comforts. Set back from the road for privacy, it features a luxury kitchen, bathrooms, gas central heating, and heritage-style double-glazed windows.
Accessed via a gate from North Road, a brick-paved path leads to the entrance porch. Inside, the vaulted-ceilinged entrance hall impresses with Amtico-style flooring and an oak staircase, while providing access to a cloakroom/WC.
The main sitting room spans the property’s width, with double-aspect windows offering Channel views, a fireplace, bay window, and access to a boot room. A second sitting room boasts original wood floors and opens to an elevated stone-paved balcony, perfect for entertaining.
The open-plan kitchen/dining room combines traditional touches, like original servants’ bells, with modern amenities, including granite worktops, Bosch appliances, and a breakfast bar. The south-facing dining area features wood flooring and opens to a paved sun terrace. A utility room, rear lobby, and larder offer practicality.
Upstairs, the oak-paneled galleried landing leads to four well-proportioned bedrooms, three south-facing with stunning views and built-in wardrobes. The luxury family bathroom includes a slipper bath, walk-in rainfall shower, and tiled accents, while an additional shower room provides convenience.
Little Springfield is an exceptional home, combining timeless character with modern elegance, perfect for enjoying its breathtaking surroundings.
Outside
The gardens of Little Springfield are a standout feature, blending stunning views with privacy and thoughtful design.
The front garden welcomes visitors with a brick pathway flanked by conifers, ornamental trees, and rockery beds. It includes fiber-optic Wi-Fi, garden lighting, power sockets, a water tap, and a raised secret side garden with a timber deck and storage. A timber shed/workshop with power and lighting is also located here.
The terraced rear gardens feature stone pathways, steps, evergreen plants, shrubs, tree ferns, and ginkgo trees, creating peaceful spots. External lighting, power points, and water taps enhance the space. A gravel slope, rockery areas, a pond, and a natural stream add to the charm.
A Japanese Torii gate leads to The Clock House, a timber studio with power, lighting, and Wi-Fi plus two further sheds. Nearby, a koi pond with a waterfall adds tranquility.
A gate connects to off-road parking, a covered carport, and a detached garage with electric doors, power, and storage. Stone steps lead to the sun terrace, passing a greenhouse with power.
The gardens combine natural beauty, captivating views, and modern conveniences, creating a serene and practical retreat.
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