Front Road, Woodchurch, Ashford, Kent, TN26

A characterful four bedroom Grade II listed property set in beautiful gardens with ancillary accommodation, outbuildings, stables and paddocks.

Description

Situated in the pretty village of Woodchurch with its picturesque cricket green and parish church, Stonebridge Lands is an extremely pretty Grade II listed property, which dates, in part, from circa 17th century with enchanting gardens, garaging, outbuildings and paddocks.

The property has been subject to a comprehensive range of extensions and improvements whilst retaining many characterful features including exposed beams, fireplaces and wide timber floorboards.

Believed to be located in the oldest part of the house, the kitchen, which has recently been refitted with a comprehensive range of fitted cupboards and granite worktops, is a beautiful feature of this property. Appliances include an integral dishwasher, wine cooler and electric aga with induction hob and hot plate above, there is space for a freestanding fridge/freezer. A doorway leads through to the triple aspect sitting room with stunning travertine stone flooring and inglenook fireplace.

There is a stunning generously proportioned ground floor principal bedroom with under floor heating which has cleverly disguised built in wardrobes, French doors which lead out to the paved terrace and an en suite shower room with walk in shower. A study with under floor heating and a cloakroom conclude the ground floor accommodation.

An old oak staircase leads up the first floor landing where there are two bedrooms, with the guest bedroom benefitting from an en suite bathroom. A further staircase leads up to the second floor with a bedroom and separate bathroom.

Stonebridge Lands is approached via a shared gated entrance, leading to a driveway with parking for several cars and access to the cart barn garage. Greeted with level lawns with close board fencing to the perimeter, a small orchard lies to one side of the front garden with a pretty stream running around the property. Located to the front of the property is a beautiful cart barn garage with ancillary accommodation above which comprises; a bedroom, kitchen and shower room.

Beautiful level lawns expand to the west with a terrace perfect for al fresco dining, a brick path flanked with beautiful lavender and specimen trees lead to the summerhouse which is fitted with a Clearlight sauna. Outbuildings include a stable block fitted with four loose boxes, one of which is utilised as a utility room with space for white goods. There are an additional three garden sheds/stores with light and power.

Location

Stonebridge Lands is located within the Conservation Area of Woodchurch village overlooking the pretty village green. There are various local amenities including a post office, butchers, village store, doctor's surgery and two public houses.

More comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities can be found in Tenterden (4.2 miles) and Ashford (about 8.3 miles).

A high speed train service runs between Ashford International (8.1 miles) and London St Pancras in about 37 minutes.

There is an excellent selection of schools in the area in both the state and private sectors at primary and secondary levels; including Woodchurch Primary School, Dulwich School Cranbrook, Marlborough House and Saint Ronan's preparatory schools in Hawkhurst. Ashford School, Highworth Grammar School Ashford, Norton Knatchbull for Boys, Homewood School Tenterden and Sutton Valence and Benenden Girls School.

The M25 can be accessed via the M20 at junction 10 providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airport and other motorway networks.

*All mileages and journey times are approximate.

Square Footage: 1,971 sq ft


Acreage: 3 Acres

Directions

From the centre of Tenterden take the A28 towards Ashford and turn right onto the B2080 to Appledore. Take the first left turn signposted to Woodchurch and continue for about 3 miles, turning left into Front Road. The property will be found on your left hand side.

Additional Info

Services: Mains water, electricity and gas. Private drainage.