Cottage for sale in New House Court, Owens Court Road, Sheldwich ME13

An enchanting Grade ll Listed attached period property, which dates back to the 15th century and has a wealth of history and is flourishing in original characteristics, such as exposed beams, inglenook fireplaces and latch-key doors.

Originally a hall house and in later years turned into three cottages, Newhouse Court is now a single residence which has been with one family for over forty years, who have sympathetically restored and preserved the property to its original heritage, using neutral décor and natural materials.

There is almost 2500 sq.ft of artistically presented accommodation which occupies an equally beautiful 0.33 acre plot of stunning gardens, situated in a beautiful rural location just outside the village of Sheldwich and a short drive from the market town of Faversham.

The handsome front door opens into an entrance lobby which in turn leads to a splendid dual aspect kitchen dining room with extraordinary high ceilings and exposed beams, which includes a 15th century dragon beam. There is an array of bespoke fitted units which integrate a butler sink and dishwasher, a striking green aga alongside a conventional oven is set within the chimney breast, beneath the bressummer. A quirky cloakroom set behind a latch key door, whilst the dining area is set overlooking the pretty garden.

The elegant sitting room sits to the opposite side of the entrance lobby and has an exposed brick inglenook fireplace which encompasses a wood burning stove.

To the first floor there is a large galleried landing which has been turned into a library with a seating area overlooking the garden, the landing leads to a well-appointed bathroom, five bedrooms (including the two in the annexe). The main bedroom has access to an en-suite, however this can be blocked off if one wishes to use the annexe for guests.

Annexe:

Thought to have been rebuilt or possibly added on in the 18th century there is a two bedrooms self-contained annexe with its own entrance found at the rear.

This would be ideal as a holiday let or for a relative, there is a small kitchen, living room, two bedrooms and a shower room. The accommodation can be integrated within the house or separate.

Outside:

Newhouse court occupies just over a third of an acre of enchanting gardens which sit to the front of the property and enjoy a south westerly facing position.

There is an abundance of established shrubs and mature trees interspersed around the garden. Raised beds provide a place to grown herbs and vegetables, whilst there are also areas for growing soft fruit and potatoes.

There is a large pond with frogs and newts whilst the lower garden has well kept flower beds which border an area kept long and wild to attract other wildlife.

The gravelled driveway provides parking for several cars whilst there is a Kent peg, oak framed garage and car port which also offers an area to store logs.

Situation:

Newhouse Court is conveniently situated just outside the lovely village of Sheldwich yet just a few miles from the market town of Faversham.

The charming village of Sheldwich has a very well-regarded primary school, the beautiful Grade ll listed Church of St James and several fine period buildings including the Grade l listed Lees Court (home to the Countess of Sondes).

The market town of Faversham is just three miles away and offers a wide variety of shopping facilities including both specialist shops and national retailers. There is also a bustling market three times a week, a cinema, an indoor and outdoor swimming pool and even a cottage hospital.

The town has a good selection of primary and secondary schools, including the renowned Queen Elizabeth Grammar School, whilst a good selection of private schools can be found in either Canterbury or Ashford. A mainline railway station offers a regular service to London Victoria and Cannon Street and a high-speed service to London St Pancras. There is an alternative High-Speed train from Ashford, via Ebbsfleet, also to London St. Pancras.

The A2/M2 motorway network is within one mile offering good access to London and the coast, as well as the cathedral city of Canterbury (eleven miles) which again offers an excellent choice of shopping, restaurants, leisure facilities, a theatre, and has a good range of both private and state schools and three universities.

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 and floor 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.