Detached house for sale in Shottenden, Canterbury CT4

A substantial detached property which has seen significant improvements over the years, including a large rear extension that incorporates the most magnificent oak framed garden room. There is now over 2200 sq.ft of beautifully presented accommodation which has been sensitively restored and sympathetically extended with period features preserved.

School Farm occupies a generous quarter of an acre plot which includes beautifully manicured gardens, a gated heated pool area with summer house and an extensive driveway leading to a vaulted garage which holds the potential to be converted into a two-storey annexe. Stpc.

The façade is an attractive mix of a Kentish peg roof, exposed brick and double-glazed windows, the formal front door sits central and opens into an entrance hall which leads to a charming living room, this has a large
inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove nestled beneath a bressummer. To the right of the hallway there is a snug/sitting room with another 17th century fireplace, whilst beyond this there is a delightful kitchen breakfast room with solid oak kitchen finished with smart stone resin work tops. Many appliances are integrated including a double Neff oven, induction hob, brand new Neff dishwasher and microwave.

The oak framed conservatory can be accessed via the kitchen and living room and is a magnificent space which is used all year round due to its high-performance heating and extensive double glazing. The ground floor is further enhanced by a shower room with a cedar cladded sauna, and a well-appointed home office with bespoke oak fitted cupboards.

To The first floor one will find four bedrooms and newly fitted Utopia bathroom. The main bedroom has an array of oak fitted wardrobes and an ensuite shower room,
whilst the second largest room could be divided into two or ideal for two younger children sharing.

Outside:

School Farm occupies a generous 0.25 acre plot of enchanting gardens including a parking forecourt with space for multiple vehicles and access to a double garage which has a first floor which offers ample space for a home office. The garage is almost 700 sq.ft and could be further converted into a self-contained annexe. Stpc

School Farm enjoys a peaceful and private position, it is manly laid to lawn which is interspersed with established shrubs and young trees. The swimming pool is heated by air source heat pump and conventional oil heating, it has been maintained to an exceptional standard and surrounded by a patio garden enclosed by trellising, there are many areas for seating around the pool whilst the pergola and pool house offer additional shade.

Situation:

The property is set within a quiet country lane, in a picturesque rural setting which is designated as An Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and a few miles from the sought after village of Chilham.

Chilham is an historic village on the outskirts of Canterbury and is set in the attractive valley of the river Stour. It is bounded on the north, south and west by the North Downs offering fantastic walks through the countryside. In the heart of the village there is a fifteenth century square with a post office, primary school and several public houses.

Other nearby villages such as Selling (2.5 miles) and Sheldwich (3.5 miles) both offer outstanding primary schools.

The nearby Cathedral city of Canterbury (8 miles) offers a superb range of shopping, recreational and educational amenities, including a good selection of State and private schools and three universities. The city is served by two mainline railway stations which connect with London Victoria and London St Pancras in approximately one hour.

The market town of Ashford (10 miles) also provides excellent shopping, recreational and educational amenities along with a high speed rail service which reaches London St Pancras in approximately 38 minutes from Ashford International Station.

The area is very well served by road connections, with the A2/M2 (5 miles) and the M20 (which can be joined at Ashford) both connecting with London and the coast.

The Channel Tunnel terminal at Folkestone (25 miles) provides a regular shuttle service to the Continent, whilst the Port of Dover (23 miles) also provides regular ferry crossing.

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, 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.