5-bedroom house · TN27 8FN
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Beautifully presented detached family home offering five bedrooms, three bathrooms, a spacious open plan kitchen/dining/living room and two further reception rooms, in a private position on a popular residential development in the desirable village of Smarden.
Built by Countryside Homes in 2021, the inviting accommodation comprises of an entrance hall with stairs to first floor and storage beneath with doorways leading to a useful cloakroom with WC, a double aspect study, an open plan kitchen/dining room, and a bright sitting room with bay window, feature fireplace with wood burning stove and stylish bespoke cabinetry.
The spacious open plan kitchen/dining/living area features dual French doors offering views over and leading out to the rear garden.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of two-tone wall and base units and features a peninsula with breakfast bar and complementing stone worksurfaces, integrated double oven, hob with extractor above, drinks fridge, fridge-freezer and dishwasher, with doorway leading to the utility room with matching units and door leading out to the driveway.
The first floor boasts five double bedrooms, of which four benefit from built in storage, two stylish en-suite shower rooms and a family bathroom which features a bath and separate shower cubicle.
The property is positioned in a private quiet area on the development and overlooks green space.
To the front is a generous bloc-paved driveway with electric vehicle charging point leading to the double garage.
To the rear, the garden is mainly laid to lawn with well stocked borders of shrubs and plants that have been cleverly planted to provide year-round interest and a recently extended patio area ideal for entertaining.
This attractive home is located in the popular village of Smarden, an extremely sought after historic village with Church, village hall, Post Office and stores, butcher's shop and well-respected pubs.
The neighbouring village of Headcorn, a short drive away of less than ten minutes, offers a wide range of grocery and boutique shopping options, and the mainline railway station offers services to London Charing Cross and Ashford International which benefits from the High-Speed rail service to London St.
Pancras. Pluckley station is also just a short drive away and offers mainline services into London Charing Cross.
The nearby market town of Tenterden offers a wide range of facilities including Waitrose and Tesco supermarkets, quality shops, banks, public houses, and restaurants.
To the south, is the Ancient Town and Cinque Port of Rye (6 miles) renowned for its historical associations and fine period architecture.
As well as its charm, the town has a range of shopping facilities, smaller retail units, cafés and art/antique galleries and an active local community.
Tenure – Freehold Annual Estate Charge - £595.04 per annum Services – Mains electricity, water and gas central heating.
Broadband – Average Broadband Speed 910mbps Mobile Phone Coverage – Good Flood Risk from Rivers and Sea – Very Low EPC Rating B
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About 18, Long Meadow Drive, Ashford
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