Priory Road, Bilsington, TN25

Charming 18th Century Cottage in Idyllic Rural Setting

Nestled between the picturesque villages of Bilsington and Aldington, this delightful single-storey cottage is believed to date back to the 18th century and retains much of its original character and charm. Set amidst an idyllic countryside backdrop, the property occupies a generous plot of approximately 2 acres, offering a wonderful balance of formal gardens, paddocks, and versatile outbuildings.

The cottage is beautifully set within its grounds, approached through established formal gardens that frame the house with mature planting and seasonal colour. Beyond the gardens lie paddocks, ideal for equestrian use or smallholding pursuits, complemented by stabling facilities.

Adding to its versatility, the property also benefits from a wide array of outbuildings, including a summer house, workshop, aviary, shed, greenhouse, and chicken coop, providing plentiful scope for hobbies, leisure, or practical use.

Internally, the accommodation is full of period charm. The welcoming living room features exposed beams and a traditional fireplace, creating a warm and inviting heart to the home. The adjoining kitchen/dining room provides ample space for cooking and entertaining, blending rustic character with everyday functionality. From here, a bright conservatory offers panoramic views across the gardens, serving as a peaceful retreat throughout the seasons.

The property includes two well-proportioned double bedrooms, both with characterful touches such as exposed timbers and cottage-style windows that flood the rooms with natural light. A neatly appointed shower room completes the internal layout, while the single-storey design ensures easy accessibility and a practical flow throughout.

Peacefully positioned yet conveniently close to village amenities, this unique home combines the romance of an 18th-century rural cottage with the lifestyle opportunities afforded by its extensive grounds—an ideal retreat for those seeking period charm in an idyllic countryside setting.

Porch

uPVC door and windows to the front, coats and shoe cupboard and tiled flooring.

Living Room

3.47m x 3.69m

Window to the front, chimney with inset log burner, radiator and Parquet flooring. Doors to both bedrooms and Kitchen/Diner.

Kitchen/Dining Room

4.42m x 7.92m

Rear door to garden and window looking out, doors to the conservatory, lobby with storage space and access to bathroom, radiator and tiled flooring to the kitchen and wood flooring in the dining area.
Kitchen with a range of fitted wall and base units with solid wood worksurfaces, Butler sink, Oil fired Raeburn with various ovens and hot plates (provides central heating and hot water), integrated washing machine.

Conservatory

2.79m x 4.5m

uPVC construction with triple glazed windows and self-cleaning glass lantern roof, doors leading out to the garden and tiled flooring.

Bedroom 1

3.29m x 3.4m

Window to the front, fitted wardrobes, radiator and fitted carpet.

Bedroom 2

3.28m x 3.45m

Window to the front, door to the rear, chimney with inset log burner, built-in cupboard, radiator and fitted carpet.

Shower Room

Window to the rear, square shower enclosure with electric shower, WC, wash basin, radiator, extractor fan, tiled walls and tiled flooring.

Garden

The property enjoys mature, well-established gardens with open views across fields and towards woodland. Mostly lawned, the gardens include an orchard with apple, plum, fig and pear trees, planted borders and a block-paved terrace. Beyond lies a paddock of around 2 acres with hedgerow boundaries, stable block, field shelter, timber shed and chicken coop. A variety of outbuildings add further versatility, including a workshop with power and lighting, greenhouse, garden shed, aviary, and a summer house with decked seating, power and lights. A private driveway with gated access provides parking for two cars and tractor access into the paddock there is also a public path along the side fence with right of access across the paddock to stye leading to fields.

Parking - Driveway

A privately owned driveway leads from the roadside up to the property, with a five-bar gate providing access into the gardens and paddock, as well as into a driveway with parking space for two vehicles.