Cottage for sale in New Street, Ash CT3

***Guide Price £260,000 to £280,000***

Miles and Barr are delighted to offer this two bedroom character cottage in New Street Ash.

Tucked away from the hustle and bustle up a private footpath New Street is a collection of period cottages, each has in addition to the garden an allotment plot to the rear and this home specifically has two off street parking spaces, truly a fabulous home and perfect for a first time buy or downsize.

The accommodation consist of entrance into kitchen with a good range of wall and base units, lounge with working fireplace and access to the garden. First floor, master bedroom vaulted into the attic area with ladder access to a mezzanine, this could provide a home office space or small studio, en suite bathroom with corner bath and shower above, the second bedroom is a single room. Externally the rear garden is low maintenance with raised beds and borders, a large cabin (18ft by 9ft) with power and light provides a home office/studio space with decked seating area in front. Accessed from the front door and following the buildings around to the rear a large allotment plot has greenhouse and storage, a perfect place to keep chickens and grow vegetables. The two off street parking spaces are accessed again to the rear from the main road. In addition the cottage benefits from further brick built external storage.

A charming bijou cottage, perfect for those looking to escape to a rural location with an eye to being more self sustaining but still benefitting from the modern conveniences of having off street parking and work from home spaces. Locally a plethora of trails and walks get you straight out into nature but only a short travel can get you to Sandwich or Canterbury offering a wealth of amenities.

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EPC Rating: D

Location

The village of Ash is situated to the east of the Cathedral city of Canterbury, and is within 3 miles to the Cinque Port of Sandwich. There are two local pubs, a Post Office, primary school and several shops all on hand, and within a matter of minutes you can be taking a stroll through the beautiful Kent countryside.

Surrounding areas

The property is situated within approximately 9 miles of the city of Canterbury, being within easy access of the High Street and all its amenities. These include an excellent modern shopping centre, the University of Kent, Canterbury Christ Church University and other colleges, together with an excellent choice of schools in both the public and private sectors. In addition to the High Street is the Kings Mile, which is a lovely mall of boutique style shops, cafes, eateries and public houses.

Sport and local amenities

Sporting and recreational opportunities nearby include: Golf at Scotland Hills, Canterbury, sailing at Whitstable Yacht Club and Herne Bay, county cricket at Canterbury and day trips to France via Eurotunnel, all within easy access. In addition, the Marlowe Theatre, the spectacular Beaney House of Art & Knowledge and the Gulbenkian (theatre, cinema and café bar) at the University of Kent, all provide a wealth of excellent entertainment in Canterbury.

Communications

Canterbury has two mainline railway stations, with Canterbury West offering the high speed service to London (St Pancras 56 mins). The property is also within easy access of the A2 dual carriageway, which in turn links to the Channel Port of Dover and Brenley Corner at Faversham, adjoining the M2 / A299 (Thanet Way) linking London and the coastal towns respectively. Ashford International (15.4 miles, London St Pancras 38 mins) which also has services to the continent via Eurostar (Paris 1 hr 52 mins) or via Eurotunnel at Cheriton (19.3 miles, Calais 35 mins).

Entrance Hall

Leading to

Kitchen (3.59m x 2.08m)

Lounge (3.59m x 3.33m)

First Floor

Leading to

Bedroom (2.13m x 2.08m)

Bedroom (3.58m x 3.33m)

Bathroom (2.80m x 1.45m)