Stonebridge Cottages, Front Road, Woodchurch, TN26

A perfect blend of period charm and contemporary comfort, wrapped up in this superb village family home -- Sarah Holgate, Associate Director.

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A most attractive unlisted 4 bedroom semi-detached house, tastefully extended to create a wonderful family home whilst retaining much of the original period charm. With a generous rear garden, off road parking and garden studio, located in the highly desirable village of Woodchurch within easy walking distance of the local amenities, and just a short distance to Tenterden, Rye and Ashford.


Front Road is situated in the pretty village of Woodchurch which is perhaps one of the most popular in the area with its picturesque village cricket green, parish church and two pubs. There is a village shop and post office, butcher, coffee shop, primary school, church, garage, and a doctor’s surgery whilst there are wider facilities in the surrounding area. The historic town of Tenterden with its busy shopping High Street offers supermarkets, schools, and leisure amenities. The thriving market town of Ashford provides further retail opportunities, access to the M20 motorway and the International Station along with 37 minute high speed trains to London St. Pancras. There are several schools in the area both in the state and independent sectors. The local village primary school is a walk away and was last rated by Ofsted as ‘Good’.


A character unlisted property which was originally part of the Stonebridge Inn. The property has been sympathetically extended and refurbished to a high standard by the current owners to offer flexible and versatile living accommodation over 2 floors.
On the ground floor, there is a sitting room with feature brick fireplace and wood burning stove, this opens into the dining area with stairs to the first floor and double doors onto the side garden. Opposite the sitting room is the snug/guest bedroom 4, which could also make a great home office. The extension was added to the rear of the property creating the fabulous open plan kitchen/breakfast room which has been stylishly fitted with a range of contemporary painted units with wooden worksurfaces, Rangemaster oven, butler sink, space for a dishwasher, fridge/freezer and a breakfast table and chairs. There are double doors from here onto the garden patio, perfect for entertaining in the summer months. Just off the kitchen is the utility/laundry room with space/plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, and beyond here, a handy cloakroom.
Upstairs, there are 3 really good size double bedrooms, the master bedroom has a comprehensive range of bespoke fitted wardrobes and a luxury ensuite shower room. There are further storage cupboards/wardrobes in the other 2 bedrooms both of which share the modern family bathroom. The landing area houses a further storage/linen cupboard.

Agents Note:
There is recent lapsed planning consent for a two storey side extension which offers the potential to increase the footprint of the cottage subject to the necessary planning permissions. (see details below).


Outside
Gardens

The property is well screen from Front Road by a mature clipped hedge, and off road parking to the side for several cars in front of the double white gates. Beyond the gates there is an area for additional parking, possibly for a campervan/caravan. The rear garden is a generous size, ideal for families and has been landscaped for ease of enjoyment, being mostly laid to lawn with pretty borders and a good size patio area for entertaining. The latest addition is the smart purpose built studio which could make a great home office, hobby room or even a garden bar.

Additional information
Services: Mains water, electricity and drainage. Gas fired central heating. Wood burning stove.
Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: D
EPC rating: D
Flood risk: No risk*
Broadband: Yes*
Mobile signal: Yes*
* Data provided by ‘OnTheMarket.com’ Via ‘Sprift’.

Planning
Planning permission was granted in August 2019 for the erection of a part 2 storey / part single storey side extension and paving of front garden to form parking area. Further details can be found on the Ashford Borough Council website under application number: 19/00966/AS. Please note that this permission is no longer valid and anyone wishing to reinstate it would have to apply for planning permission again.

Our Ref: TEA190048