Stunning Gated Residence - West Malling

£600,000 - £650,000 Guide Price. Desirable three bedroom mews style residence. Idyllically nestled in 12 acres of communal gardens & parkland. Award-winning market town location. Three generous reception rooms to include sun room. Principal bedroom with en-suite & stunning roof terrace.
Garage & secure off road parking. Magnificent communal orangery. Excellent road & rail networks.
Highly regarded schooling options.

Fine and Country are delighted to present the rare opportunity to acquire 14 Douces Manor, an exceedingly charming residence that forms part of a unique development of Mews style properties, built within the grounds of a Grade II Listed Georgian manor house. The home is enviably set amidst beautifully manicured communal gardens and parkland of approximately twelve acres, just a short walk from the award-winning market town of West Malling.

Originally constructed in 2006, this highly coveted home affords versatile and well-appointed living accommodation, showcasing an adaptable semi-open plan configuration with the ability to utilise the space between kitchen, dining, lounge, and sunroom seamlessly, making it ideal for larger gatherings or to create more intimate areas for quite reflection. A ground floor cloakroom with space for utilities and storage provides convenience and practicality.

Stairs ascend to a principal bedroom boasting luxurious en-suite facilities and a large roof terrace, perfect for a morning coffee or an evening glass of wine while enjoying the pleasing views over the inspired manicured gardens below. Bedroom two is flooded with natural light via a Juliet balcony, while a family bathroom serves bedrooms two and three respectively. Those requiring storage are well catered for, with inbuilt wardrobes in all bedrooms and loft storage.

Douces Manor stands enviably beyond a tree lined sweeping driveway with electronically operated fine wrought iron gates, within grounds affording elevated views over Manor Country Park. The home sits proudly in an attractive semi-circle of accompanying properties, idyllically overlooking a central courtyard. There are twelve acres of parkland-style communal gardens to explore, showcasing captivating, landscaped areas, and stunning rose gardens. In addition, the property benefits from a private patio to the rear. Accessed from the dining room, the terrace is perfect for al fresco dining.

The Communal Orangery

This beautifully ornate aspect of the property solely benefits the residents of Douces Manor, and can be booked for private, resident only functions. It’s also used to host some communal events, as are the extensive lawns.

The Twitch - Heritage Centre

A somewhat unique feature of Douces Manor rests within the basement of the Manor House, in the form of The Twitch Inn. Having once served as a billet and mess for airman of the RAF West Malling during World War II, the converted wine cellar so gained its name due to the nervous tics developed by the airman of the time, due to looking over their shoulders during air combat. Designated as a heritage centre, this charming feature of Douces Manor can be enjoyed by the public on 10 scheduled days per year.

Parking & Garaging

Visitor parking is readily available, while designated parking is available to the residents. The property further benefits from a generously sized single garage en-block, with an electric door, power point and storage over.

Location

Douces Manor is just a short walk to the vast range of amenities to be found in West Malling. Easily accessible on foot, residents can meander through attractive grounds and neighbouring churchyard at their leisure. This award-winning market town has an excellent reputation for fine boutiques, restaurants, cafes, country style pubs, stylish wine bars, with a Tescos, therapy rooms, hairdressers, and a popular monthly farmer’s market. The town enjoys its own mainline station within walking distance and has convenient proximity to the M20, M2, M26 and M25 motorway networks.

PLEASE NOTE - A restriction prevents residents below the age of 16 years of age from full-time residency.

Share of Freehold
Council Tax Band G
EPC Rating C
£250 Annual Ground Rent
£6240 Annual Service Charge