Property Description
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Our analysis
Welcome to May Tree Farm, Canterbury, a cozy and compact detached type home with 5 bed in the CT4 6XX area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band .
This classic property was built
The neighbourhood is known for having good properties at a reasonable price -
with a market valuation of £640,900 and a rental potential of £4,166 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
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Additional analysis
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Mar 22, 2016. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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"A recently refurbished detached family home( 5 bedrooms/4 bathrooms) in 14.5 acres (*TBV) with extensive equestrian facilities in the sought after rural hamlet of Rhodes Minnis set off a country lane and enjoying far reaching views of the Downs (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) and with excellent riding out and access to TROT rides. The current equestrian complex includes: 2 timber stable blocks( 6 loose boxes with concrete hard standing areas), hay barn, 50m x 20m riding arena and numerous fenced paddocks. The spacious, well appointed accommodation cleverly combines a mix of modern contemporary with country character featuring a superb kitchen & breakfast room with central island and large sitting room with fireplace open plan to an attractive dining area with multi Bi-fold doors out to a terrace - ideal for Al Fresco entertaining. Outside the gardens offer lovely rural views and there are several good sized parking areas for various vehicles/horse box/trailers etc. plus a detached open two bay oak framed garage with storage room. For commuting, links to London and good shopping and amenities the Cathedral City of Canterbury is nearby.
SITUATION & LOCATION The property is situated in the rural hamlet of Rhodes Minnis, on the edge of Stelling Minnis. There is a post office/ stores, pub and primary school in nearby Stelling Minnis and further local facilities in nearby villages of Lyminge and Elham. For leisure activities there are a wealth of walks, bridle paths and cycle routes locally on the Minnis. For more comprehensive facilities the Cathedral City of Canterbury (approx.9 miles away), Folkestone (approx.11miles) Ashford (approx. 14 miles) all with excellent shopping centres, schools and recreational facilities. Ashford International station (approx.13 miles) gives fast access to London St Pancras in 38minutes via the Javelin High Speed train. The property is also well placed for road access onto the M20 and for links to the continent via Cross Channel Ferry from Dover, Eurotunnel Terminal at Cheriton, (approx. 11 miles) and Ashford International Station for Eurostar (approx. 13 miles). ACCOMMODATION (please see floor plan for more deta Entrance leading into main hall with wooden flooring and oak doors throughout, useful under stairs cupboard and feature stairs leading to first floor. SITTING ROOM LOUNGE/DINING ROOM dual aspect room, attractive feature fireplace tiled hearth, log burner fitted, with multi bi-folding doors out to terrace and garden. French oak doors leading on from lounge & hall to KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM dual aspect with modern coordinating fitted base and wall units with integral dishwasher, fridge/freezer, integral m/wave/grill & double oven. Central island with cupboard/drawer space to 3 sides and inset AEG induction hob with cooker hood above, seated breakfast bar to 4th side, with side door entrance and Patio doors to garden. Oak French doors to hall, UTILITY ROOM/DOWNSTAIRS CLOAKROOM plumbing for washing machine, washbasin, WC. DOUBLE BEDROOM dual aspect adjoining EN SUITE shower room. DOUBLE BEDROOM single aspect with EN SUITE shower room. FIRST FLOOR Stairs leading to spacious first floor landing with window to side and storage cupboard. MASTER BEDROOM dual aspect with patio doors and views to rear over gardens and paddocks, adjoining EN SUITE with shower, washbasin and WC.DOUBLE BEDROOM dual aspect with views to side. DOUBLE BEDROOM dual aspect. FAMILY BATHROOM spacious bathroom with white suite consisting of bath with mixer tap, shower and screen, washbasin and WC. EQUINE FACILITIES, LAND & OUTBUILDINGS The Equestrian complex is located in sight to the rear of the house along a gravel drive through a pair of bar gates to a L shaped STABLE YARD with concrete standing area,3 x loose boxes and a foaling box with power and water available and a second block with 2 loose boxes and a Hay Barn.
A path behind leads to (50m x 20m) Mark Scott RIDING ARENA with silicone and fibre surface with kick boards to the perimeter.
The land stretches behind the riding arena and is split into several paddocks of varying sizes with walkways between, fencing to the perimeter of a mixture of post and stock fencing with some electric fencing totalling around 13 acres (TBV*) of pasture with the remainder 1.5 acres (TBV*) as garden and drive. Separate access gates into paddocks from the road. The Gardens have a terraced decking with Hot Tub installed offering rural views.
Parking areas at the front drive for various vehicles, horse box/trailers Plus 2 bay oak framed open fronted garage/storage. LAND & GROUNDS The acreage stated at the property is 14.5 acres 'TBV - *To Be Verified', which means that the land has not been measured formally by Equus and its sellers/clients other than by obtaining the Title Plan from Land registry with the acreage clearly marked where available. Interested applicants/buyers are advised that if they have doubts as to the plot size and wish to have verification of the exact size of the entire plot, they will be required to make their own arrangements by appointing the services of an accredited company who can measure the boundary for a compliant Title Plan for Land Registry. SERVICES & OUTGOINGS TENURE : Freehold - LOCAL AUTHORITY: Shepway Borough Council
SERVICES: Mains electricity, Oil fired central heating, private drainage.
TAX BAND: D - EPC RATING: E
BROCHURE PREPARED : 2016 HELPFUL WEBSITES We recommend that you visit the local authority website pertaining to the property you are interested in buying and the following websites for more helpful information about the property and surrounding local area before proceeding in a purchase:
www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk - www.homecheck.co.uk - www.floodrisk.co.uk - www.environment-agency.gov.uk
www.landregistry.gov.uk, www.homeoffice.gov.uk, www.ukradon.org GENERAL NOTES ON WRITTEN IMFORMATION,WEBSITES If you are viewing one of our properties through an external web site such as Right Move or Zoopla etc. it is likely that certain information which we have placed within our own sales details are stripped out of the text; these may include ?external web sites names, currency signs and useful telephone numbers, so please therefore refer to our own web site which can be found within the respective web site portal you are using and you will see the other information. VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS All Viewings are strictly by Appointment with the Vendors Agent
Equus Country & Equestrian, South East
T: 01227 706009
E: sales@equusproperty.co.uk"
