Rose Gardens, Minster, CT12

Tucked away in the ever-popular Rose Gardens, this well-proportioned three-bedroom terrace sits quietly in a cul-de-sac right in the heart of Minster-on-Sea village. It’s the kind of spot people move to for the simple things — a proper village feel, everything close by, and the ability to be on the road to London quicker than you’d think.

Let’s start with the honest bit. The property has been rented out for a number of years and, while the photos have done a rather admirable job of presenting its more photogenic side, the house itself is ready for a refresh… and then some. Think of it less as “move straight in” and more as “roll your sleeves up and make it brilliant.” In other words, if you’ve ever watched a renovation programme and thought “I could do that”, this might be your moment.

What you’re getting underneath it all is a solid, well-sized three-bedroom terrace with sensible room proportions and a medium-sized rear garden that offers plenty of space for families, gardening, or simply reclaiming some outdoor breathing room. Importantly, there’s also potential for off-street parking to the front, subject to the usual dropped kerb and permissions — something many buyers in village locations will immediately see the value in.

Location is where Rose Gardens really shines. From your front door you’re moments from the centre of Minster village — shops, pubs, everyday essentials — and when it’s time to head further afield, it’s wonderfully straightforward. Swing out of Rose Gardens, up Tothill Street, grab a caffeine fix at Costa Coffee or Starbucks, and within minutes you’re joining the M2 motorway heading towards London.

The exciting bit? Do this house properly — thoughtfully refurbished and finished to a strong standard — and properties of this type in Minster can comfortably push towards the £300,000 bracket.

So yes, it needs work. But behind the slightly optimistic photography lies a genuinely good opportunity: a well-located village home waiting for someone to bring it back to life and put their own stamp on it.