Birling Avenue, Bearsted

A substantial five-bedroom detached residence situated in the highly sought-after village of Bearsted.

Built in the 1970s with an emphasis on light and space, this impressive home offers over 1,800 sq. ft. of beautifully presented accommodation, which includes an integral garage which offers potential for conversion. The property is further complemented by a desirable south-easterly facing rear garden and driveway.

The attractive façade features exposed brickwork and hung tiles, enhanced by white UPVC windows and a pitched roof. A generous driveway provides parking for several vehicles and leads to the integral garage and a recessed front door set within the brickwork.

The entrance hall leads left into the sitting room and right down a hallway which in turn leads through to the kitchen. Although designed the space is open-plan, the space is clearly zoned for cooking, dining, and relaxing.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base units incorporating a cooker, hob, and stainless-steel sink with mixer tap. There is ample space for freestanding appliances and room for a breakfast table or island/breakfast bar, whilst a utility room further enhances the space and provides plenty of space for laundry appliances alongside a separate cloakroom.

The main living room enjoys lovely views of the garden through French doors, while the sitting room, featuring a gas fireplace, can be separated by internal doors for a more intimate setting.

Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms and a smaller fifth bedroom, ideal as a study or nursery. The main bathroom, updated in 2020, includes a shower over the bathtub and a WC and basin set within a modern vanity unit. Two of the double bedrooms share a convenient Jack and Jill shower roomperfect for teenagers or guests.

OUTSIDE:

The south-easterly facing rear garden is of generous proportions and mainly laid to lawn, enclosed by fencing for privacy. A paved patio, accessible directly from the house, offers an excellent space for outdoor dining and relaxation, and is exceptionally private and not overlooked.
The front driveway offers off road parking for to cars which sits to the front of an integral garage which poses an opportunity for further conversion STPC

SITUATION:

The property is situated on a highly sought-after road in the heart of Bearsted village, within walking distance of Roseacre and Thurnham Schools, the village green, the mainline station, and a wide range of local amenities.

Bearsted is an idyllic Kentish village, centred around a picturesque green and flanked by fine period residences, traditional pubs such as The White Horse and The Oak on the Green, The Fish on the Green restaurant, and a selection of village shops, including the renowned Crouch Butchers. Other local amenities include a post office, express supermarket, library, doctors surgery, petrol station, Bearsted Golf Club, Bearsted & Thurnham Tennis Club, and a mainline railway station offering a regular and direct service to London.

The village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, including the Bearsted Woodland Trust, and offers easy access to the North Downs and the Pilgrims Way ideal for those who enjoy walking and other outdoor pursuits. For equestrian enthusiasts, there are nearby stables, livery yards, and extensive bridleways.

The neighbouring village of Leeds is home to the historic Leeds Castle. Set within over 500 acres of stunning parkland, this 900-year-old castle often referred to as "the loveliest castle in the world" attracts visitors from across the globe.

For a broader range of amenities, the nearby county town of Maidstone offers extensive shopping, educational, and leisure facilities, including several grammar schools, the Fremlin Walk Shopping Centre, three railway stations, and a hospital.

Bearsted Station provides a direct rail link to London, while nearby Junction 7 of the M20 offers excellent road access to both the capital and the coast.

AGENT'S NOTE:

The owner of this property is an estate agent and a member of staff at Foundation Estate Agents. In accordance with the Section 21 of the Estate Agents Act 1979, a declaration is hereby made to that effect.

We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All measurements and floor plans and site plans are a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Fixtures and fittings shown in any photographs are not necessarily included in the sale and need to be agreed with the seller.