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" Guide Price ?575,000 - ?600,000. This property is situated in a pretty country lane in the heart of Challock which is perched high on the North Downs, surrounded by countryside designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Nearby Kings Wood, one of Kents largest ancient woodlands, is a 1500 acre forest managed by the Forestry Commission. Magnolia Cottage sits behind an established evergreen hedge set back from the road with tremendous frontage and approached via a five bar gate. This unique bungalow has been the subject of extensive refurbishment in recent years. The property is perfectly complemented by a large well maintained garden. There are four double bedrooms, one with a dressing room and en-suite shower room, another with en-suite and two further bedrooms (one currently used as a study). In addition there is a stunning family bathroom with a white suite, bath and separate shower cubicle. The open plan modern kitchen/dining room is a wonderful everyday living space with patio doors which draw the lovely garden in. The high spec kitchen has been meticulously designed to maximise storage. There is an abundance of wall and base units and striking granite work surfaces with upstands and matching granite back plate behind the cooker. The integrated appliances include an under counter fridge, dishwasher and Rangemaster cooker with induction hob and stainless steel extractor canopy over. A separate utility room has space and plumbing for a washing machine and fridge/freezer and there is an open doorway into a delightful shelved pantry which has a window. The living room is a double aspect split level room with a feature brick fireplace housing an electric log effect burner.
Council Tax
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Local Authority
Ashford Borough Council 01233 331111. Kent County Council 08458 247247
Services
Oil heating, septic tank drainage, mains water & electricity
Method of Sale
This property is Freehold and is offered for sale with vacant possession upon completion.
Location
The popular village of Challock has a picturesque open Green known as the 'The Lees' and the village appeal is enhanced by its comprehensive range of amenities. The local village primary school is highly regarded by Ofsted. There is a farm shop, parish church and village community hall which has an array of organised activities. The high speed service to St Pancras London is available from Canterbury, Faversham and Ashford. The Eurostar operates services from Ashford International to France and Belgium with connecting trains to Germany, Switzerland and the Netherlands. Challock is just 4.4 miles to Charing station which is on the Victoria line and has connecting trains to Ebbsfleet, Stratford and St Pancras International via Ashford International. Major routes, M2 and M20, are easily accessible providing links to M25 and Channel Ports.
Outside
Outside the property is approached over a large gravel driveway via a five bar gate. The evergreen mature hedging provides a great degree of seclusion. There is a side gate to the rear of the property and an outside tap. The rear garden has a leafy backdrop and is primarily laid to lawn with established climbing plants to the boundaries. A superb paved patio with exterior lighting creates a great very private entertaining space. The driveway can accommodate private parking for several cars and privacy to store a caravan or boat off the road. The timber framed, double garage/workshop has double wooden doors. "