3 Bedroom Detached House

Tavistock Close, Gillingham, ME8 9HR

£425,000
3 beds · 2 baths New · Added 23 Jun 2026

What this property offers

3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Detached House

About this property

Set within the quiet and highly convenient setting of Tavistock Close, Rainham, this extended and well-presented three-bedroom family home offers approximately 1,013 sq ft of internal accommodation, rising to around 1,188 sq ft in total when including the garage and outbuilding/office. Sitting on an impressive plot of approximately 0.13 acre, with a superb rear garden measuring around 98ft x 44ft, this is a home that offers far more than first meets the eye.

From the front, the property has a smart and welcoming appearance, with a driveway providing off-road parking and a traditional bay-fronted look that immediately gives the house character. Tavistock Close itself is a peaceful residential setting, yet one of its greatest strengths is just how well connected it is. Rainham High Street, Rainham Train Station, local schools, shops, cafés, takeaways, bus routes and everyday amenities are all within easy reach, making this a brilliant choice for families, commuters and buyers wanting convenience without being on a busy road.

Step inside and the home immediately feels warm, practical and spacious. The entrance hallway leads through to a generous reception room measuring approximately 17ft, with a lovely bay window to the front, attractive fireplace feature and plenty of room for comfortable seating. It is a proper family living room, ideal for cosy evenings, relaxing after work or enjoying time together at the weekend.

To the rear, the home has been extended to create a fantastic kitchen and dining space, which is one of the real lifestyle highlights. Measuring approximately 17ft, the kitchen has a sociable feel, with plenty of storage, worktop space and room for everyday dining. French doors open directly out to the garden, which makes the whole rear of the house feel bright, open and connected to the outside. Whether it is children running in and out in the summer, hosting family barbecues, or simply enjoying a morning coffee with the doors open, this space works beautifully for modern family life.

There is also a separate utility area, giving useful additional space for laundry, appliances and day-to-day family organisation, along with a ground floor cloakroom. These are the small practical details that make a big difference, especially in a busy home.

Upstairs, the property offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms, which is a huge advantage for a family home of this style. The main bedroom sits to the front and is a comfortable double, while the second bedroom is also a good-sized room overlooking the rear. Bedroom three works well as a child’s bedroom, nursery, dressing room or study, depending on the buyer’s needs.

The family bathroom has a clean, modern finish with a bath and shower over, WC and basin. There is also a separate shower room, giving the first floor far more flexibility than many similar homes. For families, guests, teenagers or anyone getting ready at the same time in the morning, this is a genuinely useful feature.

Outside is where this home becomes really exciting. The rear garden is a fantastic size, extending to approximately 98ft and widening to around 44ft. It gives the property a real sense of space, privacy and future potential. There is a large patio area close to the house, ideal for outdoor dining, garden furniture and entertaining, while the extensive lawn beyond offers brilliant space for children, pets, gardening, summer gatherings or simply enjoying the open feel of the plot.

At the far end of the garden, there is a garage and a separate office/outbuilding. This adds another excellent layer of versatility. Whether used as a work-from-home office, hobby room, gym space, teenage den, storage area or garden retreat, it gives the home something extra and makes the plot even more usable.

The location is a major part of the appeal. Tavistock Close places you close to Rainham High Street, where you will find a wide range of shops, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and useful services. Rainham Train Station is also nearby, making the home ideal for commuters travelling towards London, the Medway towns or the Kent coast. Families are well placed for local schools and green spaces, while road links towards the A2, M2 and wider motorway network make journeys across Medway, Maidstone, Sittingbourne, Canterbury and beyond straightforward.

This is a home that combines everyday practicality with proper lifestyle appeal. It has the extended kitchen/dining space, two bathrooms, ground floor cloakroom, utility area, driveway, garage, office/outbuilding and an exceptional garden plot. For buyers looking for a well-presented family home in a quiet but convenient Rainham location, Tavistock Close is a brilliant opportunity.

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