Kemsley Street, Bredhurst, Gillingham, Kent, ME7

An imposing Georgian-style country house enjoying views over the surrounding Kentish countryside.

Description

Court Lodge is an imposing six bedroom country house built in the Georgian style in 2007 and equipped to a high specification throughout with sandstone brick elevations under a slate roof, all set within mature gardens which back onto farmland, on the outskirts of Bredhurst.

This impressive property is immaculately presented with the emphasis on attention to detail and specification, providing versatile accommodation of excellent proportions amounting to 7,270 sq ft.

There are four elegant reception rooms together with an impressive reception hall which favour superb areas for formal entertaining. Points of note include: Limestone fire surround, decorative ceiling cornicing, striking cream tiled flooring to the reception hall, oak hardwood internal doors and under floor heating.

The kitchen/breakfast room provides a delightful open area with glorious south facing views over the garden and adjoining farmland. It incorporates an extensive range of bespoke cupboards and central island all with granite work surfaces. Appliances include a double oven Rangemaster electric stove, an integral dishwasher, American style fridge/freezer, microwave, and Miele coffee machine. Off the kitchen is a utility room and a bar area with bifold doors to the terrace provides a captivating reception to the kitchen area. Most rooms are equipped with an integrated audio entertainment system together with recessed ceiling speakers and individual wall control panels.

A substantial oak central staircase leads to the first floor landing where the beautifully presented principal and guest bedroom suites incorporate dressing areas, extensive built in wardrobe cupboards and luxuriously appointed bath/shower rooms. The principal suite having brushed gold fittings, a luxurious monsoon double shower and enjoys access to a south-facing roof terrace affording lovely views over the garden, swimming pool and beyond.

The second floor is accessed via a staircase to two further bedrooms one with a sauna cabin and a separate bathroom.

Double electric entrance gates provide access across a sweeping gravel driveway which leads to a turning circle and a grand portico entrance with a stunning front door. There is a substantial brick barn under a slate roof providing garaging and storage with light and airy rooms above ideal for working from home.

The surrounding gardens are mainly laid to lawn with mature shrubs and trees including, copper beech, horse chestnut, wisteria and palm trees. Outdoor recreational facilities comprise an all-weather tennis court and swimming pool. To the rear of the tennis court is a brick wall enhanced by a variety of espalier fruit trees including apples, pear, plum and fig.

Location

Court Lodge enjoys a rural location 0.7 miles east of the village of Bredhurst, adjacent to the North Downs, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and within close proximity to the Pilgrims Way.

Whilst it offers a beautiful location, it is conveniently connected to major transportation links. Junction 4 of the M2 connects to further motorway networks, as does Junction 7 of the M20, both linking to the M25 and offering road connections to the Eurotunnel and Channel Ports.

Rainham Railway station, approximately 3.3 miles, provides services to London's major stations, including Cannon Street, Blackfriars, and Victoria, as well as high-speed services to London St Pancras.

For shopping and amenities, Hempstead Valley shopping and retail centre (2 miles), offers a range of restaurants and cafes. More extensive shopping and leisure facilities can be found in the Medway Towns, Maidstone, Canterbury, and Ashford, each offering a selection of schooling options in both the state and private sectors.

Excellent motorway connections to Ebbsfleet International Rail Station, Bluewater Shopping Centre, and Gatwick Airport.

*All distances and mileages approximate

Square Footage: 7,270 sq ft


Acreage: 1.4 Acres

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Additional Info

Services: LPG central heating, mains water and electricity. Private drainage.