Canterbury, Kent

Built in 1965 and extended in the 1980's this charming cedar clad Colt house sits in the midst of 1.59 acres of superb gardens and a wild apple orchard on the outskirts of Garlinge Green. It is surrounded by farmland with breath-taking views across the North Downs in an AONB.

Approached along a quiet country lane it is accessed via wrought iron gates leading to a spacious parking area bordered by sweeping lawns, trees, shrubs and flower beds. Patio doors open into a porch and to the charming dining area with its pale yellow brick central chimney breast providing a partial divide from the spacious living area and access to the kitchen that includes pine cupboards and stand-alone appliances.

The light, dual aspect living area has a large log burner and a wall of windows and patio doors to the composite decked terrace providing wonderful views over the garden and beyond. There is access to the main bedroom with a library/study area, fitted cupboards and an ensuite bathroom with a corner bath.

Beyond the dining room is a utility room, a family shower room and two double bedrooms including one with dual aspect and currently in use as a study. It has mirrorfronted cupboards, patio doors to a terrace and stunning views across the beautiful rose garden and the countryside.

The gardens are a very special part of this property and, as well as the lawns, trees, shrub beds, apple orchard and rose garden, there is a lovely large goldfish and lily pond. You will also find a wild garden area and a tranquil space for quiet contemplation partially hidden by cypress trees, while the hard-wearing Trex composite decked terrace is just the place for outdoor entertaining.

What the Owner says:

My husband built this house some 60 years ago and we subsequently extended it and have enjoyed devoting our love and attention on creating the garden. It has been a very special home in an idyllic setting and I will be sad to leave but I am going to live near my family.
Although it is a rural location we are not isolated as Garlinge Green includes a church and a community theatre, while we are a three minute drive from Petham, a couple of miles from Chartham and even closer to Lower Hardres.
Petham includes a good primary school, a Grade 1 listed church and a village hall. There is a garden centre and the Roundwood Hall golf course along Stone Street and a farm shop, a cricket club and the Granville pub in Lower Hardres. Chartham includes a primary school, a convenience store, post office, hairdresser, the Local and Artichoke pubs, a station and vineyard.
We are not far from Canterbury with its historic buildings, shops, restaurants, entertainment and two stations with the high-speed train from Canterbury West taking less than an hour to St Pancras. It includes outstanding grammar and private secondary schools, three universities and sporting facilities.

Room sizes:

• Porch
• Dining Area: 15'11 x 11'8 (4.85m x 3.56m)
• Kitchen: 9'8 x 7'8 (2.95m x 2.34m)
• Living Room: 19'8 x 15'8 (6.00m x 4.78m)
• Main Bedroom: (L-shaped) 15'8 x 13'8 (4.78m x 4.17m) plus 7'8 x 7'3 (2.34m x 2.21m)
• En Suite Bathroom: 7'8 x 5'8 (2.34m x 1.73m)
• Utility Room: 7'8 x 7'7 (2.34m x 2.31m)
• Shower Room: 7'8 x 7'1 (2.34m x 2.16m)

• Bedroom 2/Study: 15'8 x 11'8 (4.78m x 3.56m)
• Bedroom 3: 15'8 x 11'8 (4.78m x 3.56m)
• OUTSIDE
• Driveway
• Garden
• Orchard
• Shed

 
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