3 bed semi-detached house for sale

Eastcourt Lane, Gillingham ME8

This beautifully extended three-bedroom semi-detached home has been thoughtfully updated by the current owners to create a stylish, flexible and wonderfully sociable place to live. With approximately 1,235 sq ft of accommodation, a west-facing rear garden and a layout designed around modern family life, it is a home that feels both practical and full of personality from the moment you step inside.

The entrance hallway gives a welcoming first impression, leading through to a separate front reception room, currently arranged as a study. It is a brilliant space for home working, music, hobbies or quiet reading, while its proportions also make it a natural cosy lounge, playroom or even a ground floor bedroom for those needing extra flexibility.

To the rear, the house opens out into its real centrepiece, an impressive open-plan kitchen, dining and family room created as part of the extension. This is the room where day-to-day life naturally gathers, with a sleek contemporary kitchen, generous worktop space, integrated appliances and a sociable flow into the dining and living areas. Rooflights draw sunlight down into the space, while wide glazed doors connect the family room with the garden, making summer entertaining feel effortless and everyday family living feel bright and open. Whether it is coffee at the breakfast bar, dinner with friends, children spreading out after school or relaxed evenings on the sofa, this room has been designed to handle it all with ease.

The finish throughout is modern and distinctive, with wood-effect flooring, contemporary radiators, recessed lighting and a confident use of colour and texture giving the home a polished, individual feel. Practicality has not been forgotten either, with a separate utility room tucked off the kitchen area, offering excellent storage and laundry space, alongside a smart downstairs WC finished with bold green tiling and dark cabinetry.

Upstairs, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms, each offering a comfortable retreat from the busier living spaces below. The main bedroom feels calm and stylish, with a striking feature wall and space for wardrobes, while the additional bedrooms are ideal for children, guests or further home-working arrangements. The family bathroom has been finished in a crisp, contemporary style, with white metro tiling, black detailing, a bath with shower over, sleek vanity storage and a fresh, modern feel.

Outside, the west-facing rear garden measures approximately 35 ft by 30 ft, giving a lovely balance of decked seating, lawn and planting. It is a garden made for late afternoon sun, weekend barbecues and relaxed evenings outdoors, with plenty of room for children to play and space for outdoor furniture. Side access adds everyday convenience, particularly for bikes, bins and garden equipment.

Eastcourt Lane is a superb choice for buyers wanting a well-connected family setting. The property is ideally placed for those looking within local school catchment areas, while nearby amenities, shops and transport links make daily life straightforward. Gillingham High Street station is approximately 1.7 miles away, adding further appeal for commuters and those wanting easy access beyond the local area.

This is a home that offers far more than a standard three-bedroom layout. With its extended living space, flexible front room, modern finish, utility, downstairs WC and sunny west-facing garden, it is ready for buyers who want comfort, style and a home that works beautifully for busy modern living.

If you are interested in viewing this property contact the agent who would be delighted to show you around. Viewings strictly by appointment only. When calling please Quote Ref: TD0352.

• EPC Rating: D (66)
• Tenure: Freehold
• Local Authority: Medway Council
• Council Tax Band: C - £2,061.59 pa for 2026-2027
• Sq. Feet: 1234
• Sq. Meters: 114
• Rear Garden Size: 35ft long x 30ft wide (approx) West Facing
• Heating Type: Gas Central Heating - Worcester Bosch Combi Boiler
• Heating System Installed: 2012
• Heating System Last Serviced: February 2025. Will be serviced before sale.
• Electrics: Certificates and specifications for rear extension built in 2004 and completed in 2005.
• Roof is 2 and a half years old
• Windows are just over two years old
• Everything other than the kitchen has been decorated and replaced in the last two years.
• Loft: Pull down ladder, lighting, part boarded and part insulated.
• Surface Water - Yearly chance of flooding: Low
• Rivers & Sea - Yearly chance of flooding: Very Low
• This location is outside of a groundwater flood alert area.
• Flooding from reservoirs is unlikely in this area.

Nearest:

Train Station: Gillingham (1.7 miles)
Hospital: Medway Hospital (2.1 miles)
Doctors: Eastcourt Lane Surgery, 52 Eastcourt Ln, Gillingham ME8 6EY (0.3 miles)
Pharmacy: Woodlands Pharmacy, Gillingham Medical Centre, Woodlands Pharmacy Woodlands Medical centre, 41D Woodlands Rd, Gillingham ME7 2BU (0.9 miles)
Post Office: Post Office, 96-98 Victoria St, Gillingham ME7 1EL (1.9 miles)
Supermarket: Aldi, Unit 6, Bp, Ambley Rd, Gillingham ME8 0PU (0.9 miles)
Household Waste and Recycling Centre: Hoath Way Household Waste Site, Ambley Rd, Gillingham ME8 0QH (1.3 miles)
Gym: Roko Health Club Gillingham, Will Adams Way, Watling Street, Watling St, Will Adams Way, Gillingham ME8 6BY (0.8 miles)
Green Space: Vinall Park, Gillingham (0.4 miles)

Gillingham is a thriving and diverse town in Medway, Kent, offering residents an excellent mix of urban convenience, strong transport links, and a welcoming community feel. The town is well-connected for commuters, with Gillingham Station providing regular high-speed services to London St Pancras, Victoria and Charing Cross in around 45 minutes, and easy access to the M2 for road travel across Kent and into the capital. The bustling town centre features a range of high street shops, independent retailers, cafés, and a twice-weekly traditional market, while leisure facilities include Medway Park Sports Centre and the riverside Strand Leisure Park. Families are well served by a number of local schools, such as Woodlands Primary, The Howard School, and Rainham Mark Grammar, with the Universities at Medway campus also nearby, offering higher education options. Green spaces like Riverside Country Park and Capstone Farm Country Park provide scenic walks and outdoor enjoyment, all contributing to a well-rounded lifestyle that makes Gillingham a great place to live for families, first-time buyers and commuters alike.

What The Owners Say...

"Having owned this home for 28 years, it has been a difficult decision to move on. It is a house that has adapted with us over the years and one we have thoroughly enjoyed living in.

The open-plan living space has always been at the heart of the home, making it equally suited to everyday life and entertaining family and friends. The south-facing garden is another real highlight. It enjoys the sun throughout the day and, being so well sheltered, often feels noticeably warmer than elsewhere, making it a wonderful place to spend time from early spring through to autumn.

We hope the next owners enjoy this home as much as we have."

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