Ashleigh Close, Meopham, Gravesend, Kent, DA13

Offered to the market with the benefit of NO FORWARD CHAIN and located in a quiet cul-de-sac within the sought after village of Culverstone, Meopham, is this detached, 2/3 bedroom bungalow.

Occupying a generous plot and with meticulously maintained gardens, the property is a fantastic option for downsizers looking for a village and community feel, but could also suit young or growing families, looking to purchase their forever home – and perhaps one that they can put their own stamp on.

Whilst the property requires some internal modernisation, it has been lovingly cared for by one owner, since new (1967!)

The property offers a large, lawned frontage, with the benefit of a concrete tandem-driveway, for at least three vehicles. Should you wish for more off-street parking, the driveway could be extended in place of the existing lawn. There is also an attached single garage for more parking (for small vehicles), or the benefit of storage.

The property offers generous proportions throughout, with practical room shapes and plenty of natural light. There is an entrance porch and wide hallway, with plenty of space for wheelchair users or those with accessibility/mobility considerations.

There are two large rooms to the front of the home, one of which is the main sitting room, the other used as the main bedroom. The sitting room offers a lovely double-aspect, whilst the main bedroom offers built-in storage.

There is a second double bedroom to the rear, and one smaller single which has been used by the most recent owner as a study, given it leads straight into the conservatory – a later addition to the original build. There is a separate fitted kitchen with a lean-to utility room, which again came as a later addition. From this, and via double doors from the conservatory, there is access to the rear garden.

A family sized bathroom completes the accommodation, with original pink suite to include shower attachment over bath, toilet and wash/hand basin.

Further benefits to the home include double glazing and a large loft space for storage, or with extension potential – subject to the necessary permissions, but with a fine precedent set in neighbouring roads in recent years.

The home does not yet benefit from gas central heating (it offers electric storage heaters), but there is a gas supply to the road, meaning a connection is possible.

Externally, the established gardens have been the most recent owner’s pride and joy and this is obvious, to the eye. The private and secluded rear garden features mature shrubs and trees, a moat-style pathway to the perimeter, a pergola-style sheltered seating area, and a greenhouse. The main proportion is laid with well maintained lawn and there is plenty of space for additional outbuildings, sheds or a home cabin/office/summer-house. Further benefits include side access, and a rear access door to the garage.

The home and cul-de-sac are accessible via Whitepost Lane and Petersfield Drive, two quiet roads which are best reached via the main A227/Wrotham Road.

At the bottom of Whitepost Lane and within walking distance, there is a Costcutter convenience store and post-office, with a Texaco and Co-Op Food petrol garage, just opposite. There is also a renowned primary school at Culverstone Green.

For a wider selection of amenities including the mainline train station, Meopham is accessible within five minutes by car, with a nursery, a primary school and a secondary school in the village, as well as three Public Houses and two popular restaurants.

At Camer Parade, there is a Tesco Express and a popular breakfast/brunch café, as well as a Costa Coffee and a number of dine-in / takeaway eateries.

The mainline station at Meopham offers direct services to London Victoria or, for those who may require a High Speed link, Ebbsfleet International is just a few junctions along the A2. In the other direction, toward Borough Green and Wrotham, there is a train line that offers direct services to London Bridge, London Charing Cross and London Victoria.

The A2 itself provides great connections to the M25, M2 and M20, allowing for straightforward routes to London Gatwick or London Heathrow, and Bluewater Shopping Centre is within easy reach for a great selection of retail stores, restaurants and leisure facilities, including an Odeon cinema.

Gravesend Town Centre is also within close proximity, with a public bus service available from the nearby A227. Within Gravesend, there are also popular Grammar schools for both boys (GGSB) and girls (Mayfield).

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: E