4 bed detached house for sale

Robin Hood Lane, Blue Bell Hill, Chatham ME5

Set discreetly back from the road in the sought-after village setting of Bluebell Hill, this executive four-bedroom detached home offers the kind of privacy, space and day-to-day comfort that is increasingly hard to find. Positioned along a quiet no-through road, the house immediately gives a sense of calm on arrival, with a generous driveway providing parking for multiple vehicles and leading to a detached double garage, ideal for further parking, secure storage, hobbies, or, subject to the necessary consents, future conversion. With the added benefit of being sold with no forward chain.

The house itself has been immaculately cared for and presents beautifully throughout, with a warm and welcoming feel from the moment you step inside. A spacious entrance hallway sets the tone, giving the home a natural sense of flow and separating the principal living spaces with ease. To the front, a dedicated office provides an excellent place to work from home, away from the main living areas, although its proportions and position also make it wonderfully flexible as a playroom, studio, snug, additional reception room, or even a further bedroom if required.

The separate dining room sits to the front of the home and provides a lovely setting for family meals, Sunday lunches and evenings with friends, while the main lounge enjoys a more relaxed position to the rear. This is a generous, inviting room, beautifully arranged for everyday family life, with soft neutral décor, decorative detailing and a log burner creating a cosy focal point for cooler evenings. From here, the house opens into the stunning conservatory, a bright, glass-filled space that draws the garden into the home. It is the perfect spot for morning coffee, quiet reading, or simply sitting back and enjoying uninterrupted views over the south-facing rear garden.

The kitchen is positioned to the rear and enjoys a pleasant outlook across the garden, fitted with ample cabinetry, worktop space and room for informal dining. A separate utility room adds the practical space every family home needs, keeping laundry and day-to-day essentials neatly tucked away, while a downstairs WC completes the ground floor.

Upstairs, the sense of space continues with four well-proportioned bedrooms arranged around the landing. The principal bedroom benefits from its own en-suite shower room, creating a private retreat, while the remaining bedrooms offer excellent flexibility for children, guests or further home working. A well-appointed family bathroom serves the rest of the first floor, complete with both bath and separate shower, making it ideal for busy mornings as well as slower weekend routines.

Outside, the rear garden is a real highlight. South-facing, private and not overlooked, it has been designed to offer different areas for the whole family to enjoy. Directly off the conservatory is a generous paved terrace, ideal for summer dining, barbecues and evening drinks, with steps leading up to a sweeping lawn bordered by mature planting and established trees. The garden gently unfolds towards the rear, where a useful outbuilding offers exciting potential as a garden office, gym, studio, games room or hobby space. There is room here for children to play, adults to entertain and everyone to enjoy the peace of the setting.

The lifestyle on offer is just as appealing as the house itself. Bluebell Hill is loved for its village atmosphere, access to countryside walks and proximity to the Kent Wildlife Trust Bluebell Hill picnic site, making it a superb choice for buyers who want greenery, fresh air and a quieter pace of life without feeling disconnected. The local village pub and cricket club add to the community feel, while excellent access to the A2 and M2 makes the location practical for commuters and those needing links further across Kent, Medway and beyond.

With its private position, substantial driveway, double garage, flexible living space, beautifully presented interiors and superb south-facing garden, this is a home that balances executive comfort with genuine family warmth. It is a property that feels ready to move into, yet still offers scope to adapt with changing needs, all in one of Bluebell Hill’s most desirable village settings.

If you are interested in viewing this property contact the agent who would be delighted to show you around. Viewings strictly by appointment only. When calling please Quote Ref: TD0352.

• EPC Rating: C (75)
• Tenure: Freehold
• Local Authority: Tonbridge & Malling
• Council Tax Band: F – 2026/2027 = £3,536.76 pa
• Square Feet: 2350
• Square Meters: 218
• Garage: Electric Doors. Power & Lighting
• Garden Size: South-Facing. 125ft Long X 40ft Wide (approx)
• Heating Type: Gas Central Heating - Worcester – Greenstar 30Ri Compact ErP Condensing Boiler
• Log Burner In Lounge
• Boiler Installed: 12th January 2023
• Boiler Last Serviced: 7th March 2024
• Electrics: New Consumer Unit fitted 9th May 2011, and Electric Shower Pump fitted 2nd March 2011
• Loft: No ladder, some boarding, lighting and fully insulated more than recommended depth
• Full fibre to the premise broadbande
• CCTV front and rear of property with infra-red night vision
• Retractable manual twin bollards at driveway entrance
• Power to garden green house and garden shed
• Outdoor double power socket to garden patio
• Outdoor water tap
• Full perimeter outdoor decorative rear garden lighting and outdoor front lighting.
• Surface Water - Yearly Chance of Flooding: Very Low
• Rivers and Sea - Yearly Chance of Flooding: Very Low
• This location is outside of a groundwater flood alert area.
• Flooding from reservoirs is unlikely in this area.

Nearest:

Train Station: Maidstone East. (4.7 miles)
Hospital: Maidstone Hospital Accident & Emergency, Hermitage Ln, Maidstone ME16 9QQ (7.5 miles)
Doctors: Tunbury Avenue Surgery, 16 Tunbury Ave, Walderslade, Chatham ME5 9EH (1.3 miles)
Pharmacy: Fenns (Chemist) Ltd, 418 Walderslade Rd, Walderslade, Chatham ME5 9LR (1.5 miles)
Post Office: Permark Post Office, 363,367 Walderslade Rd, Walderslade, Chatham ME5 9LL (1.6 miles)
Supermarket: Asda Chatham Superstore, 387 Maidstone Rd, Chatham ME5 9SE (1.6 miles)
Household Waste and Recycling Centre: Capstone Household Waste Site (5.5 miles)
Gym: You Fit Rochester, Maidstone Rd, Chatham ME5 9SF (2.2 miles)
Green Space: Bluebell Hill Picnic Site, Common Rd, Chatham ME5 9RG (0.5 miles)

Blue Bell Hill is a well-regarded and sought-after location, known for its elevated position, open outlooks and excellent transport links between Chatham and Maidstone. The area offers easy access to the A229 and M2, making it ideal for commuters travelling towards London, Maidstone and the wider Kent area.

One of the standout features is the Blue Bell Hill viewpoint, offering far-reaching views across the North Downs and Medway Valley. The surrounding countryside provides excellent walking routes and woodland trails, making it a great spot for those who enjoy outdoor space and a semi-rural feel while remaining well connected.

The area is also home to Blue Bell Hill Cricket Club, a popular local club that adds to the community feel, along with the well-known Robin Hood pub and restaurant, a much-loved spot for food, drinks and socialising. Chatham town centre and mainline station are within easy reach, offering a wide range of amenities and high-speed rail services to London St Pancras in around 40 minutes.

Overall, Blue Bell Hill appeals to buyers looking for countryside walks, local character and strong community spirit, combined with convenient access to town centres and commuter routes.

What the owner says...

"When we first viewed the property, we were immediately taken by the commanding presence the house held, along with the plentiful offroad park and double garage. The mature rear garden was south facing and very private not overlooked. The wood burner was also a great feature. The immediate location affords wonderful walking, cycling, and running routes, and has a semi-rural feel with the village green and St Albans church across the road, yet 2 minutes you can be on the M2 or 5 minutes and you’re on the M20. The village also boasts a coffee shop, and if you fancy a nice stroll, the Robin Hood pub is not too far away."

For further information including all local transport, the local schools and their Ofsted ratings please contact the agent for a buyer pack on this property.

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