Main Road, Cooling, Rochester, Kent, ME3

Location

Situated in the highly sought-after village of Cooling on the Hoo Peninsula, known for its 12th-century castle, 13th-century historic church, which inspired Charles Dickens description of the churchyard in Great Expectations, and the well-established Horseshoe & Castle Pub (This area also provides access to numerous scenic trails and countryside walks, an abundance of wildlife, and local RSPB reserves.) The property is also extremely accessible with excellent road and rail links to the capital.

Seller Insight

Havisham House is a superb family home, and the present owners explain they have loved their fifteen happy years in the house and leaving it, and the incredible community, will be very difficult. It has given them so many treasured memories of family Christmases, special birthday celebrations and peaceful summer days in the garden. They say ‘When we first found Havisham House, we were searching for somewhere spacious enough for multigenerational living, a home where everyone could enjoy their own space whilst still feeling connected. The house offered everything we needed and over the last few years, we have transformed it into a chic and ultra-comfortable modern home.’

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‘One of the things we loved most was how the house lent itself to easy entertaining. The amazing, chef style kitchen is fitted with top of the range appliances to delight the keenest cook. It has been the daily hub of the home, whether gathering round the table for relaxed family meals or chatting over coffee at the breakfast bar. From early Spring to mid Autumn you can open the bifold doors inviting the totally South facing garden into the house.’ ‘Our snug area adjoins the dining room and has been a favorite retreat for relaxed evenings with a drink and TV. The very spacious living room, complete with its wood burner, is wonderfully warm and inviting during the winter months. The perfect sanctuary after a busy day.’ ‘The generous proportions of the rooms and flexibility of space has allowed us to create a multi occupancy office, ideal for home working, relaxing snug and internal gym with sauna. Every room has been designed to feel welcoming, practical and adaptable (truncated)

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‘The private garden has brought us endless joy. Filled with fragrant roses, very low maintenance and open countryside views to the rear, it is truly a place to relax. Sitting under the raised pergola on a summer evening you can savor the peace and tranquility and the beauty that surrounds you.’ ‘Havisham House is in the centre of picturesque Cooling which is a desirable village with a deep community spirit. This rural setting is just over six miles from historic Rochester giving you the best of country and town living. With many historic properties, pretty villages and stunning countryside make living in Cooling a great pleasure. We have loved our home and being a part of a close knit community. We have decided the time has come to downsize and take away many cherished memories. We hope that Havisham House will make a wonderful family home for the next owners.

Porch

Hall

Sitting Room

20' 1" x 16' 5" (6.12m x 5m)

Dining Room

15' 0" x 13' 9" (4.57m x 4.2m)

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

24' 4" x 15' 1" (7.42m x 4.6m)

Office

14' 1" x 10' 5" (4.3m x 3.18m)

Snug/Gym

26' 2" x 10' 4" (7.98m x 3.15m)

Store

8' 9" x 7' 8" (2.67m x 2.34m)

Cloakroom

First Floor

Principal Bedroom

14' 10" x 13' 10" (4.52m x 4.22m)

Dressing Room

11' 5" x 10' 8" (3.48m x 3.25m)

Ensuite Bathroom

Bedroom Two

16' 11" x 10' 8" (5.16m x 3.25m)

Bedroom Three

16' 10" x 10' 8" (5.13m x 3.25m)

Family Bathroom

Garage

15' 3" x 9' 1" (4.65m x 2.77m)

Transport Information

Higham: 3.4 miles Strood: 4.4 miles high speed service to London St Pancras International is 32 minutes Rochester: 4.8 miles High speed service to London and the coast from Ebbsfleet International Station: approx. 9 miles The distances calculated are as the crow flies.

Local Schools

Primary Schools: Leigh Academy High Halstow: 1.5 miles Cliffe Woods Primary School: 1.8 miles St Werburgh Primary School: 2.6 miles Higham Primary School: 3.6 miles St Mary’s Island Primary School: 4.5 miles Stoke Primary Academy: 4.6 miles Leigh Academy Peninsula East: 5.2 miles Secondary Schools: The Hundred of Hoo Academy: 2.5 miles Temple Mill School: 3.7 miles Strood Academy: 4.8 miles Brompton Academy: 5.1 miles Fort Pitt Girls Grammar: 5.2 miles The Rochester Grammar School: 6 miles Sir Joseph Williamson’s Mathematical School: 6.1 miles Chaham Boys Grammar: 6.2 miles Independent Schools: Gads Hill: 4.4 miles King’s Rochester: 4.8 miles Rochester Independent College: 5 miles St Andrew’s Rochester: 5.1 miles Cobham Hall: 6.3 miles Information sourced from Rightmove (findaschool). Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria

Useful Information

We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority websites for more helpful information about the property and local area before proceeding. Some information in these details are taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making then please contact Fine & Country for verification.

Council Tax

We are informed this property is in council tax band G you should verify this with Medway Borough Council.

Tenure

The vendor advises us that this property is Freehold. Should you proceed with the purchase of the property your solicitor must verify these details.

Appliances/Services

The mention of any appliances and/or services within these sales particulars does not imply that they are in full efficient working order.

Measurements

All measurements are approximate and therefore may be subject to a small margin of error.

Opening Hours

Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 6.30 pm Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm Strictly via Fine & Country North West Kent

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