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Old Rectory Close, Mersham

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Substantial 5 bed detached family home with countryside views in the well connected village of Mersham
  • Spacious country style kitchen/breakfast room with central island, granite worktops, Range cooker & integrated appliances & separate utility room
  • Impressive 25ft x 14ft living/dining room & separate sitting room with Inglenook log burner. Plus grand entrance/music room
  • 2345 square foot of accommodation & no onward chain
  • 5 bedrooms; 4 doubles & 1 good size single. 4 of the bedrooms have fitted wardrobes & the main bedroom has an en-suite shower room
  • Additional family bathroom & GF cloakroom
  • Beautifully landscaped gardens with mature shrubs, trees & water feature
  • Double garage & driveway parking for 2 cars
  • 0.7 miles to Mersham primary school with a good Ofsted rating
  • 4.2 miles to Ashford International train station with high speed links to London

Description

Property Description: Guide Price: £750,000 - £775,000. Located in the well connected village of Mersham is this substantial and well presented five bedroom detached home. Spread across an impressive 2345 square feet, this home has ample space for comfortable living and growing families.

As you step inside there is a bright and generous entrance hallway which can easily be utilised as extra living space as an additional reception room which gives access to all other reception rooms. The current owners have cleverly widened the doorway into the kitchen to create a wonderful flow between the rooms. 

The spacious kitchen/breakfast room is the real heart of this home with a central island for relaxed family dinners or entertaining guests. The country style kitchen has been well designed with cream shaker style cabinets, granite worktops, a Range cooker, integrated appliances and a Butler sink which is perfectly placed under the window with views over the garden. Adjacent to this is a separate utility room, providing convenience and extra storage space.

One of the highlights of this property is the impressive living/dining room, spanning an impressive 25ft x 14ft allowing for plenty of space for a dining and seating area. Additionally, there is a separate sitting room complete with an Inglenook log burner creating the ideal space to relax after a long day.

Upstairs there are five well appointed bedrooms consisting of four doubles and a good size single/study. Four of the bedrooms have fitted wardrobes, maximising storage options, while the main bedroom also an en-suite shower room.

In addition to the en-suite, there is a modern family bathroom with a bath and separate shower cubicle. A convenient ground floor cloakroom adds practicality to this family friendly home. The loft is also fully boarded with a ladder and light and has the potential to be extended into subject to the necessary planning permissions.

Outside: Step outside and you'll find a beautifully landscaped garden, complete with a large terrace, mature shrubs, trees, and a delightful water feature. This picturesque outdoor space backs on to open fields and is ideal for relaxing, entertaining guests, or letting the children play freely. The tranquil setting offers privacy and serenity, allowing you to escape the hustle and bustle of daily life.

To the front of the property there is a double garage, part of which is currently being used as a gym and is insulated. There is also driveway parking for two cars. 

Location: Mersham is a small and picturesque village located approximately 3 miles east of Ashford. The village is perceived to have a Royal identity and there are various images of the Duke of Cambridge and the Queen enjoying time spent here with the Lord and Countess Mountbatten. The striking St. Johns Baptist Church stands on an Anglo-Saxon site and is part Norman. The village has two water mills on the East Stour River, one of which is still working and open to the public. Surrounded by open countryside there are many footpaths with excellent walking routes to be enjoyed. Nearby Hatch Park is an ancient deer park and Site of Special Scientific Interest. There is a village Primary School, a Post Office and two country pubs as well as a local Sports Club which has an array of events for all ages and tastes whether it be cricket, football, bat and trap, darts, pool and more. Evegate Business Park is only 1.7 miles away with it's artisan & boutique units. Ashford is a short drive away where you have the McArthur Glen Designer Outlet, Ashford High Street and market. The Ashford International Station is within easy reach with the High Speed Link taking you into St Pancras in just 38 minutes.

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Council Tax: Band G (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.

Local Authority: Ashford Borough Council . Kent County Council

Services: Oil fired central heating, mains water, drainage and electricity. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to an online checker.

Tenure: This property is freehold/leasehold and is sold with vacant possession/tenants in situ upon completion. Service/estate management charges may apply.

Disclaimer: Sandersons and their clients state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not form any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate, and floor plans are for general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with any mentioned planning permission or fitness for purpose. No appliances, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested by us and items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or through the conveyancing process.

Additional Property Notes: The property is of traditional construction. There is a step up into the property and into the garden and an internal staircase up to the bedrooms. There is driveway parking for 2 cars and a double garage immediately outside the property.

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