Brook, Ashford, Kent, TN25

My first visit to this property was during an open garden event, where particularly struck by the brook that meanders through the front garden. -- Greg Wood, Director

#TheGardenOfEngland

One of the most idyllic plots within this peaceful village, this detached bungalow is set well back from the road and is surrounded by a thoughtfully landscaped plantsman’s garden—now densely mature and brimming with character. Spanning approximately 0.6 acres, the grounds are a highlight in their own right, featuring a meandering brook that gently dissects the front garden, creating a series of superb vantage points.

Believed to have been built in the late 1940s to early 1950s, the bungalow is of Colt timber construction and offers compact yet well-presented accommodation, currently arranged as two bedrooms (formerly three). The layout is versatile and, subject to the necessary planning consents, could be extended to suit modern needs.
Both the front and rear gardens are a gardener’s delight. The front garden is screened by mature beech hedging, providing a high degree of privacy and is peppered with specimen trees, shrubs, and flowering plants that offer vibrant colour throughout the seasons. To the rear, a private patio enjoys open views across neighbouring farmland where sheep graze peacefully—a truly pastoral outlook. A charming summer house adds to the appeal, offering the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee or unwind in the evenings.
This is a unique opportunity to acquire a home in a magical setting—ideal for those seeking peace, privacy, and an intimate connection with nature.

Situation
Bourne Cottage enjoys a desirable position in the well-regarded village of Brook, nestled just beneath the North Downs and approximately four miles northeast of Ashford. Surrounded by unspoilt countryside, Brook offers a peaceful rural setting while remaining well connected.
The village features a popular primary school with an active forest school programme, a historic Norman church, and an agricultural museum that reflects its rich heritage. The surrounding landscape forms part of the North Downs, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, offering a wealth of scenic walks, cycling routes, and bridleways.
Nearby Wye provides a range of everyday amenities, including shops, restaurants, schools, and a railway station with regular services. Ashford’s International Station is also easily accessible, offering high-speed trains to London St Pancras in just 37 minutes.
Ashford itself offers a wide selection of modern shopping and leisure facilities, as well as excellent educational options in both the state and independent sectors, including well-regarded grammar schools for boys and girls.

Further information

Services
Mains water supply
Private drainage by septic tank – Mains drainage is in the road
Electric heating
Mains electricity
Council Tax (existing property)* – Band E
Tenure* – Freehold
Flood Risk* – Very Low
Broadband* – Yes, Superfast available
Mobile Signal Coverage – Yes
*Data from ‘Sprift’ via On The Market.com

Our Ref: AVS250210