Telegraph Hill, Higham, Rochester, ME3
- Land size
- 1.4 acres
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 4
Key Features
- NO ONWARD CHAIN
- APPROX 1.4 ACRE PLOT
- EXCELLENT SHOOL OPTIONS FROM PRE-SCHOOL TO LOCAL INDEPENDENT GADS HILL AND ACCESSIBLE GRAMMAR SCHOOLS IN ROCHESTER AND GRAVESEND
- VILLAGE KNOWN FOR ITS BEAUTIFUL TRAILS AND ABUNDANCE OF WILDLIFE ACCROSS HIGHAM MARSHES
- FAST TRAIN INTO LONDON FROM EBBSFLEET AND HIGHAM STATION
- COMMUTING VIA CAR EASY ACCESS TO A2/M25
- SITUATED ON A HIGHLY DESIRED ROAD
- WOODLAND TO THE FRONT AND REAR WITH FABULOUS VIEWS OVER FARMLAND BEYOND THE REAR GARDEN
- LOCAL VILLAGE SHOP, GREEN GROCER, PHARMACY, BAKERY, POST OFFICE AND TWO GREAT LOCAL PUB/RESTAURANTS
- MAIN HOUSE APPROXIMATELY 4600 SQFT
Description
Welcome to this impressive family home, a property where cherished memories are made. The current owners fell in love with its generous space and the idyllic village setting, a perfect blend for family life. This substantial house, approximately 4600 SQFT, offers ample room for everyone to thrive.
NO ONWARD CHAIN making the process a lot smoother for everyone involved. SOLAR PANELS which are producing an income and WORKING OPEN FIRES all add to the appeal of this wonderful home.
Inside, you will find three versatile reception rooms, providing flexible spaces for entertaining, relaxation, or a dedicated home office. The layout flows beautifully, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. Upstairs, five well-proportioned bedrooms await, complemented by four modern bathrooms, ensuring comfort and convenience for a large family. The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM SUITE IS ONE OF THE LARGEST WE HAVE SEEN, offering space comparable to an apartment, a true private retreat.
This home is situated on a HIGHLY DESIRED ROAD in Higham. The village itself is renowned for its natural beauty, with access to beautiful trails and an abundance of wildlife across HIGHAM MARSHES. It is a true haven for outdoor enthusiasts and families seeking a peaceful environment.
Commuting is made easy from this location. HIGHAM TRAIN STATION takes you into LONDON IN APPROX 45 MINS, perfect for city professionals. For those travelling by car, there is EASY ACCESS TO THE A2/M25, connecting you swiftly to wider destinations. This connectivity was a significant draw for the current owners, balancing rural charm with urban accessibility.
Families will appreciate the EXCELLENT SCHOOL OPTIONS available. From pre-school facilities to the local independent COBHAM HALL, KINGS ROCHESTER and GADS HILL school, and accessible GRAMMAR SCHOOLS IN ROCHESTER AND GRAVESEND, educational needs are well catered for.
The village also boasts a convenient LOCAL VILLAGE SHOP, a Post Office and two great local pub/restaurants, fostering a strong community feel.
Step outside to discover the expansive APPROX 1.4 ACRE PLOT. The rear garden offers FABULOUS VIEWS OVER FARMLAND BEYOND, providing a serene backdrop for outdoor living. Imagine summer evenings enjoying the tranquility and space this property affords. The garden is a blank canvas for creating your own outdoor oasis, whether it is for children to play, gardening, or simply relaxing.
This property represents a unique opportunity to acquire a significant family home, in a highly sought-after Kent village. The lifestyle here is one of peace, convenience, and community, a place where families can truly grow and flourish.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- F
- Date Posted
- 2026-05-17
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,880 Homes with Land listings in South East England (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Gas Central Heating
- Broadband
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- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Garage
- Garden
- Rear Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
33 Mbps
Superfast · available to 15% of premises
Suitable for
- HD streaming
- Video calls
- Web & social
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Higham Primary School0.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 210
- Type
- Community school
- Bligh Primary School (Infants)1.2 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 2 to 7
- Pupils
- 303
- Type
- Academy converter
- Bligh Primary School (Juniors)1.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 7 to 11
- Pupils
- 343
- Type
- Academy converter
- Shorne Church of England Primary School1.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 211
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Elaine Primary School1.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 270
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
Secondary
- Leigh Academy Strood1.1 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,311
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Maritime Academy2.1 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 736
- Type
- Free schools
- Thamesview School2.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 978
- Type
- Foundation school
- Fort Pitt Grammar School3.2 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,009
- Type
- Academy converter
- Gender
- Girls
- The Rochester Grammar School3.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,206
- Type
- Academy converter
- Gender
- Girls
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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