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The Green, Matfield

PROPERTY TYPE

Semi-Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

1

SIZE

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Freehold

Key features

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Grade II listed
  • 2 Receptions
  • G/F Cloakroom
  • First floor bathroom
  • Detached garage with studio above
  • EPC - awaited
  • Council tax 'F'

Description

Hodge Cottage is a fine example of a 300 year old Grade II listed semi detached family home situated in a conservation area. The property boasts an idyllic setting with beautiful views overlooking Matfield village green and pond.  The property boasts many character features with accommodation comprising two receptions, the sitting room offers a large inglenook fireplace, ground floor cloakroom, fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, dining room/playroom, three bedrooms and family bathroom.  Outside a good size garden of 'L' shape  which gives the rear half of the garden an excellent degree of seclusion.  A beautiful summer house sits in the main area of garden which is laid to lawn.  Garage with studio above 18'11" x 9'0" making an ideal work from home office.  Off road parking for 2 cars.

Location

Hodge Cottage has a picturesque view over Matfield Green. Matfield is a favourable Kentish village noted as a conservation area, picturesque village pond and amenities to include; out reach post office at the village hall and Hammonds award winning butchers who have taken pride of place for many years attracting customers far and wide. The Poet (Michelin Star) restaurant and, The Star family public house are all within walking distance. Fabulous country walks across orchards and open farmland.

Doctors surgery is located in the nearby village of Brenchley which offers post office, Terrys butchers, Baby Bull wine bar, primary school, doctors surgery and dentist.

The local primary school is in the village of Brenchley approximately 1.5 miles distant. Mascalls Academy offering advanced learning stream is placed on the fringe of Paddock Wood approximately 2.0 miles distant.

The town of Paddock Wood offers Waitrose Supermarket, Barsleys department store, variety of small shops,...

Front

This property takes full advantage of Matfield village Green and pond. Accessed via latch gate with picket fence and footpath to front door which opens into:-

Entrance Lobby

Door to sitting room, window to side and tiled floor.

Sitting room

18' 9'' x 15' 6'' (5.71m x 4.72m)

Double aspect room with sash windows to front and side flooding the room with natural light. A beautiful inglenook fireplace offering open grate with canopy and tiled hearth, plethora of exposed beams and cream carpet. Door to the kitchen.

Stairs to rear of kitchen

Latch door opens to the staircase rising to first floor with carpet as fitted.

Kitchen

18' 10'' x 9' 10'' (5.74m x 2.99m)

Measurement to include a range of linen coloured base and wall mounted units with complementary worktops, inset stainless steel style sink, double oven, ceramic hob with extractor over, integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Window to the front, sandstone coloured tile floor. Exposed beams. Under stairs pantry cupboard and utility area with plumbing for washing machine. Under floor heating. Open aspect through to a second reception to be used as dining room or playroom.

Cloakroom

Stylish decor with a white suite comprising, w.c., and corner sink unit.

Reception 2 Dining room/playroom

12' 6'' x 7' 7'' (3.81m x 2.31m)

Extending to 12'10" Continuation of sandstone colour floor tiles, sash window to the front and French doors to the rear garden and patio. Under floor heating.

First floor

Landing with doors leading to principal rooms.

Bedroom 1

13' 2'' x 9' 10'' (4.01m x 2.99m)

This room offers Sash windows to the front which overlooking the beautiful Matfield village green and pond, an idyllic view for your morning cuppa. Exposed beams, walk in wardrobe with hanging and shelving space, loft hatch and carpet as fitted and radiator.

Bedroom 2

10' 1'' x 9' 4'' (3.07m x 2.84m)

Sash window, carpet as fitted and radiator

Bedroom 3

9' 10'' x 9' 4'' (2.99m x 2.84m)

Sash window, carpet as fitted and radiator

Bathroom

Newly fitted suite with panel bath and fixed shower over, close coupled low level w.c., and washbasin. Complementary tiling to walls and opaque window.

Outside - Garage and studio

18' 11'' x 9' 0'' (5.76m x 2.74m)

Measurement is for the studio above the garage. The property boasts a detached garage with studio above which is ideal as a work from home office with electricity, data and TV point. To the front of the garage is parking for 2/3 cars.

Garden

The garden is of irregular 'L' shape but offers many seating areas, flagstone patio to the rear of the property - principally laid to lawn with mature hedging and shrubs. Beautiful summer house takes pride of place in the garden. The rear of the garden offers a secluded spot and ideal for alfresco dining on the attractive decking area. Further studio which is ideal for a hobby. New oil tank is stored to one corner. Overall a classic Kentish country garden!

Specification

Grade II listed, oil fired central heating, new oil tank fitted in the garden. Under floor heating to Kitchen and dining room. Mains drainage. TVR controlled radiators. Electrics have been maintained.

Agents note

There is a small flying freehold to the property whereby the walk-in-wardrobe extends into the neighbouring property.

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COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: F
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Yes
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Yes
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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