Summary - 2 MARINE GAP WHITSTABLE CT5 1EN
4 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached
Period sea‑view house with strong Airbnb income and tight, compact living spaces..
- Panoramic sea views from two front bedrooms
- Freehold Edwardian semi with period sash windows
- Successful short‑let (Airbnb) and strong seasonal income
- Single main bathroom only; one shower/bathroom for four bedrooms
- Rooms are small-to-average; compact family layout
- Medium-length private rear garden, limited outdoor space
- Neighbouring houses are close; limited scope without consent
- Local area records very high crime — affects security/insurance
Set right on Whitstable’s seafront, this three-storey Edwardian semi delivers genuine coastal character and panoramic sea views from two principal bedrooms. The sitting room centres on a traditional fireplace and the open-plan kitchen/dining space provides a sociable family footprint. The property is freehold and has been run successfully as an Airbnb, producing strong short‑let income in high season.
The accommodation is compact rather than expansive: room sizes are small-to-average for a period town house and there is a single main bathroom. The rear garden is private but modest in size and the plot sits close to neighbouring houses, limiting scope for extensive outdoor expansion without planning consent. There is evidence of a loft/dormer conversion providing extra bedroom space.
Practical considerations are important: the area records very high crime rates locally, which buyers should factor into security and insurance costs. The house presents well but offers scope to modernise and increase value — improvements or an extension (subject to consents) could enhance both living comfort and rental yields.
For buyers seeking an iconic coastal base or an income-generating holiday property, this home combines unbeatable location with period charm. For growing families wanting more generous internal and external space, or buyers prioritising low-crime neighbourhoods, this property may require compromises or further investment to meet needs.
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