Shottenden, Canterbury, Kent

The Old Plough is an attractive weather-boarded period property that has been thoughtfully enhanced to provide contemporary spaces whilst preserving the charm of the original period features. The private garden has south-facing terraces with fine countryside views. A modern cart barn provides three bays with a smart home office and storage above, with generous parking on the drive.

The front door opens into a welcoming reception hall, giving access to the breakfast room which catches the morning sun, with a further door leading through to the contemporary kitchen with wall and floor mounted units arranged around a large kitchen island with integrated appliances; double doors open to the south facing terrace. Adjacent to the kitchen is a useful utility room and cloakroom

The open plan dining room/snug has an original wood panelled ceiling and an impressive inglenook fireplace with fitted wood-burner. An opening from the dining room leads into the 18 ft vaulted sitting room, which has double doors opening to a terrace and benefits from charming views over the garden and fields beyond.

The first floor features the principal suite with walk-in wardrobe and en suite shower room. There are three further double bedrooms (one with an en suite bathroom) and a family bathroom with separate bath and shower.

The cellar is a good size with natural light and is currently used as a fifth bedroom.

A generous gravelled driveway provides for ample parking space, together with a modern three bay cart barn with large office and storeroom above - an ideal space for home working and which benefits from its own terraced seating area.

The third of an acre plot is bordered by mature hedging and fencing, and the garden largely laid to lawn with interspersed specimen trees and a summer house. The south facing terrace is the ideal spot to relax and unwind to the sound of nature, whilst soaking up the sun. There is a sheltered terrace/barbecue area to the side providing a welcome shade. The views to the south over the adjoining fields are idyllic.

The picturesque rural hamlet of Shottenden is surrounded by the stunning countryside of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering opportunities for outdoor pursuits such as riding on the quiet lanes and bridleways, cycling and walking. Perry Wood is close by as is Chilham cross-country course – both within hacking distance.

The area is part of the sought-after parish of Chilham which offers a selection of day-to-day facilities, including a well-regarded primary school. Selling and Faversham offer further amenities including supermarkets. The property is close to Canterbury, which offers an array of educational, shopping and recreational amenities. Motorway access is available via the A2/M2 (J6). Selling, Chilham and Faversham offer regular rail services to London while Ashford International and Canterbury West offer the High-Speed service to London St Pancras from around 36 minutes and 54 minutes respectively. There is good access to the Continent via Eurotunnel and the Port of Dover.