
High Street, Fordwich

- PROPERTY TYPE
End of Terrace
- BEDROOMS
2
- BATHROOMS
1
- SIZE
629 sq ft
58 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Grade two listed
- Charming, tasteful interiors
- Gas burning stove
- Pretty cottage garden
- No forward chain
- Bright, country-style kitchen
- Lovely bathroom with underfloor heating
- Boarded loft with pull down ladder
- Walking distance to mainline train station
- Village feel and surrounded by stunning countryside
Description
The cottage is set back from the pavement, with an attractive walled garden. From the moment you step inside, there is an immediate sense of home. The open-plan sitting/dining room is a wonderfully inviting space, with the sitting area centred around a charming gas-burning stove set within a characterful fireplace perfect for cosy evenings as the seasons change. Finished in soft, warm neutral tones and complemented by elegant panelling, the room features bespoke built-in alcove storage and shelving with subtle downlighting, creating a wonderfully cosy and inviting space to relax in.
Flowing through to a charming kitchen a bright, cheerful room which is full of personality, fitted with country-style cabinetry in a soft pastel yellow, complemented by characterful terracotta-style tiled flooring. A range-style cooker, butler sink and panelling enhance the cottage feel, while natural light pours in, making this a wonderfully uplifting space to cook, dine and enjoy a morning coffee.
The bathroom continues the home`s thoughtful design. Finished with classic tiling and a fresh neutral palette, it features a bath with an overhead shower and is beautifully lit by a window overlooking the garden bringing in both light and a sense of tranquillity. The bathroom also benefits from underfloor heating, ensure it`s warm underfoot all year long.
Upstairs, you will find a good-sized double bedroom to the front, which benefits from alcove shelving and a second single bedroom which has built-in storage and a lovely outlook over the garden. In addition, the property benefits from a boarded loft with a pull-down ladder, offering valuable and easily accessible storage space.
OUTSIDE:
Outside, the garden is a true extension of the home`s charm. A delightful, established space with a mix of patio and planting, it offers the perfect setting for morning coffee, alfresco dining or simply unwinding among the greenery. A pretty arbour leads through to the rear of the garden, where you will find a further lawned area and a garden shed. This wonderful cottage garden offers a real sense of privacy and connection to nature. There is a gate providing side access and the neighbouring property has a right of way.
LOCATION:
Living here is as much about lifestyle as it is about the home itself. Set on the banks of the River Stour, Fordwich is often celebrated as England`s smallest town, yet it offers an abundance of charm and community. Once a thriving medieval port for Canterbury, it is now one of Kent`s most picturesque and sought-after locations, renowned for its period architecture and beautiful riverside walks - perfect for dog owners and those who enjoy the outdoors.
Despite its peaceful, village-like feel, Fordwich is exceptionally well connected. Canterbury is just minutes away, providing high-speed rail links to London St. Pancras in under an hour, while Sturry station offers additional direct services. The A28 and A2 ensure easy access to the coast and wider Kent.
The town is also home to two exceptional pubs - the Michelin-starred Fordwich Arms and the ever-popular George & Dragon - both offering fantastic food and a welcoming atmosphere. Families are well catered for with excellent local schooling, including an Ofsted Outstanding` primary and the prestigious Junior King`s School nearby.
Offered to the market with no forward chain, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a truly special home in an outstanding setting - perfect for those seeking a slower pace of life without compromising on connectivity or convenience.
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- Band: C
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- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Private garden
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