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Sold STCReduced £30k (−12.5%) on 8 SepListed 97 days
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About
£240,000 -£250,000 Nestled in the charming village of Higham, this delightful two bedroom, Victorian cottage within the Church Street Conservation area, offers a perfect blend of character exuding a sense of history.
Upon entering, you are welcomed into a comfortable reception room, with a feature fire place creating a warm atmosphere.
The location on Church Street is particularly appealing, surrounded by open farm land and backing onto St Marys Church, it is within easy reach of local amenities, schools, and transport links.
Higham is known for its friendly community and picturesque surroundings, making it an ideal place to call home.
This property is a wonderful opportunity for those seeking a charming residence in a desirable area. With its historical charm and character it is sure to attract interest from a variety of buyers.
Do not miss the chance to make this lovely property your own. Description: £240,000 - £250,000 If you enjoy countryside living and don't mind a little diy work, then take a look at this.
Situated on the end of a small row of terrace cottages, this two bedroom property offers a blank canvas to create your dream home.
Requiring some cosmetic improvement the property comprises one reception room with a feature fire place, kitchen, ground floor shower room and two bedrooms upstairs.
The windows are double-glazed and the property is heated with lpg (Calor Gas Central Heating). The rear garden is approximately 50' and an ideal place for entertaining guests for summer BBQ's.
Offering immediate vacant possession meaning no chain complications, viewing is highly recommended.
Location: Situated in a the Idyllic hamlet of Church Street in Higham, which is a conservation area, and surrounded by open farmland and countryside.
The cottage backs onto the historic Grade II Listed St Mary's Church, which we understand is under the care of Churches Conservation Trust and offers so much history including Charles Dickens.
The village itself offers a host of amenities, including convenience stores, where you can pick up everyday essentials, pubs, a village workingman's club, where various entertainments take place for members.
Education includes the well regarded primary school and the Famous Gads Hill private school.
Higham station is within approximately half a mile with links to St Pancras Station, London, Gravesend and the Medway Towns.
Frontage: A small gravelled frontage, sets the property neatly back from the street. Side Gate leading to back garden. Entrance: UPVC front door leading into the reception room.
Reception: Double glazed window to front, feature fire place, radiator. Inner Hall: Under stair storage cupboard, radiator.
Kitchen: Double glazed window to rear, sink unit, wall and base units with work surfaces.
( Please note the kitchen units are at the end of their useful life and would benefit from replacement.) Shower Room: Fitted with shower cubicle, low level w.c., vanity wash basin.
Stairs/Landing: Stairs to first floor. Handrail. Bedroom 1: Double glazed window to front, radiator, feature fire place with cast iron grate.
Bedroom 2: Double glazed window to rear, radiator, over stair cupboard. Access to loft. Rear Garden: A good size rear garden offering that all important outside space. Various shrubs and bushes.
Tenure: Freehold Local Authority: Gravesham Borough Council Council Tax Band B - £1938.51 2026/2027 Conservation Area: Church Street, Higham Services: Mains Electric, lpg Gas, Mains Water, Cess Pit.
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