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£220,000

Southernwood Rise, Folkestone, Kent, CT20

Land size
0.33 acres

Key Features

  • Land for Sale
  • Approved Planning for Detached Dwelling
  • No Onward Chain
  • EPC - Exempt

Description

Reeds Rains are delighted to present an exciting opportunity to acquire this parcel of land with the benefit of approved planning permission for the erection of a contemporary two-storey four-bedroom detached dwelling, complete with associated vehicle access, 38m² enclosed sauna, swimming pool, private terrace and surrounding landscaping to the site.

Planning Application Number: 25/2213/FH

The site is offered for sale with approved planning permission (with conditions), making this an ideal prospect for developers, investors or self-build purchasers looking to create a bespoke home in a desirable setting.

The proposed design offers a unique and thoughtfully planned layout, with significant scope for extensive landscaping to create exceptional outdoor space with swimming pool that complements the striking internal accommodation.

The proposed accommodation is thoughtfully arranged over two floors and will comprise four well-proportioned bedrooms, three bathrooms and an impressive open-plan kitchen, dining and living space, ideal for modern family living and entertaining. In addition, the property benefits from a separate utility room and ground floor WC.

Externally, the property will occupy a generous plot extending to in excess of one third of an acre, offering exceptional potential for beautifully landscaped gardens and outdoor living. The plans also include off-road parking for multiple vehicles together with a dedicated outdoor dining and entertaining area.

This is a rare opportunity to bring to life a distinctive architectural home.

IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month’s rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant’s responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in most cases.

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Location

Southernwood Rise is a peaceful residential setting located within the highly regarded Golden Valley area of Folkestone, offering an excellent balance of coastal living, convenience and community atmosphere. Tucked away in a quiet elevated position close to Sandgate, the area is particularly popular with families and professionals seeking a more relaxed lifestyle while remaining well connected to local amenities and transport links. The neighbourhood is known for its established homes, low traffic environment and close proximity to both countryside walks and the seafront. Sandgate Beach is just a short distance away, providing easy access to the coastline, independent cafés and popular eateries, while Folkestone’s vibrant Harbour Arm and Creative Quarter continue to enhance the town’s growing reputation as one of Kent’s most desirable coastal destinations. Southernwood Rise also benefits from excellent connectivity. Folkestone West station offers high-speed rail services (truncated)

EPC Rating

EPC - Exempt

CGI Imagery

Some of the images that have been used are computer generated images. These images used are for illustrative purposes only and may be subject to change. Actual appearance, finishes, layouts, landscaping, and specifications may differ from those shown. Buyers should not rely solely on these images and should refer to the sales particulars and legal documentation for full details.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
TBC
Date Posted
2026-05-30

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

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Rights & Restrictions

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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.

Property Features

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Parking
Parking Available
Garden
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

1.8 Gbps

Gigabit full fibre

Suitable for

  • 4K streaming on every screen
  • Full-time home working
  • Online gaming & big downloads

Mobile signal

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

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

  • Sandgate Primary School252 metresOfsted report card · Feb 2026
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    419
    Type
    Community school
  • Morehall Primary School and Nursery903 metresOfsted: Good
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    249
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • All Soul's Church of England Primary School971 metresOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    256
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Cheriton Primary School0.9 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    391
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Harcourt Primary School1 mileOfsted report card · Feb 2026
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    179
    Type
    Foundation school

Secondary

  • The Folkestone School for Girls457 metresOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,145
    Type
    Academy converter
    Gender
    Girls
  • The Harvey Grammar School897 metresNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,005
    Type
    Academy converter
    Gender
    Boys
  • Turner Free School0.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    997
    Type
    Free schools
  • Folkestone Academy1.2 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    936
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Brockhill Park Performing Arts College3.6 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,314
    Type
    Academy converter

* 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

Co-op Cheriton, Folkestone967 metres
Morrisons Cheriton Folkestone, Folkestone0.7 miles
M&S Cheriton Folkestone BP, Folkestone0.8 miles

GP surgery

White House Surgery795 metres

Pharmacy

Paydens Pharmacy865 metres

Hospital

Royal Victoria Hospital1.1 miles

Green space

Play Space155 metres

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Folkestone West Rail Station615 metres

Nearest bus stop

Golden Valley Shopping Centre210 metres

Typical drive times

Dover14 min · 10 miles
Hythe9 min · 3.5 miles
Ashford22 min · 16 miles
Folkestone5 min · 1.8 miles
Canterbury (city)27 min · 18 miles

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

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings

The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.

  • 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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