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6 Bedroom Detached House, West Cross, Tenterden, TN30
West Cross, Tenterden, TN30
WarnerGray
Warner Gray Ltd, 13 East Cross
Description
This exceptional period property is Grade II Listed of special architectural importance and still retains the name reflecting its well documented history. With its handsome façade, Chancery House is believed to date back to the Georgian era with later additions and typical of a house of this great age, it retains an abundance of features including skirting boards, sash and bay windows, wall panelling, open fireplaces and exposed floorboards. The generous, light-filled rooms have high ceilings, blending the original charm and character seamlessly with quality fixtures and fittings to create this impressive family home as it is today . A particular feature are the well-stocked wrap-around gardens landscaped to provide areas of lawn interspersed with mature beds of specimen plants with courtyard gardens providing a good deal of privacy with areas to sit, relax and entertain with a swimming pool enclosed in charming walled and paved surrounds. The impressive detached former Coach House provides double garaging with a very use first floor Studio ideal for parties, hobbies and working from home.
EPC Rating: F
Key Features
- Outstanding detached Grade II Listed Georgian town house
- Six Bedrooms, Four Bathrooms, Three Reception Rooms, 33' Cellar
- Featuring a wealth of charming period features throughout
- Detached garaging with workshop space and First Floor Studio
- Delightful landscaped gardens with terraces and heated swimming pool
- Prime location standing at the Western end of this historic High Street
- Close to all shopping facilities in the town and local schools
- Main line station at Headcorn and Ashford International station
Property Details
- Property type: House
- Price Per Sq Foot: £374
- Approx Sq Feet: 4,015 sqft
- Plot Sq Feet: 9,085 sqft
- Property Age Bracket: Georgian (1710 - 1830)
- Council Tax Band: G
Rooms
ENTRANCE HALL & RECEPTION ROOMS
GROUND FLOOR As you step through the front door you are greeted by a welcoming Entrance Hall with exposed floorboards, a charming staircase leads to the first floor, setting the tone for the elegance that awaits within. From the entrance hall there is access to the main reception rooms including the stunning, double-aspect DRAWING ROOM with a feature bay window to the front, charming open fireplace being the focal point of the room being an ideal room for formal gatherings or quiet evenings. A lovely well-proportioned DINING ROOM with a wonderful, open fireplace provides ample space for dining or simply relaxing with French doors opening to the side garden and a fascinating internal feature window. The large INNER HALLWAY provides a light, versatile living space with door to rear terrace and garden.
KITCHEN, BREAKFAST ROOM, UTILITY ROOM & CELLAR
A secondary staircase gives access to the first-floor. The spacious double aspect KITCHEN comprises a large, central island with ample storage space under, gas fired Aga in brick recess, separate gas hob and electric oven and range worksurfaces, drawers and cupboards. Buit in fridge freezer. The adjacent BREAKFAST / FAMILY ROOM is another flexible room with windows to each side and further access to the garden. Door to CLOAKROOM. From the main entrance and INNER HALL there is access to a very useful UTILITY ROOM with space appliances including washing machine and tumble dryer with good storage space. A further door from the inner hall also leads down the very good size and useful CELLAR with power and light connected.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING, PRINCIPAL & GUEST BEDROOMS
The impressive FIRST LANDING serves TWO ELEGANT DOUBLE BEDROOMS, one with EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM and both of wonderful proportions with delightful period fireplaces and built in wardrobe / storage cupboards. From the landing a door leads to FAMILY BATHROOM with smart white suite with free standing central bath and separate w.c.
SECOND FLOOR
From the main landing, a further staircase leads up to SECOND FLOOR where you will find THREE FURTHER BEDROOMS and large SHOWER ROOM, all presented in light stylish décor.
BEDROOM
A secondary staircase from the ground floor leads to a split level, double aspect Fifth Bedroom with beamed walls and ceiling, built in storage and en-suite Shower Room. Stairs to the second floor.
OUTSIDE
A pedestrian gate from the High Street opens to the front with steps up to the entrance door with semi-circular window above. From the side of the house there is a shared driveway with gated access to the parking area to the rear. The meticulously maintained gardens feature beautifully manicured flower beds and borders, lawned areas and courtyard garden and paved terraces which provide places ideal for al fresco dining and extended summer evenings. At the rear of the garden is a delightful heated outdoor swimming pool, which serves as a focal point for relaxation and entertainment.
OUTBUILDING
The impressive detached outbuilding which we understand was formerly the COACH HOUSE provides two doors providing vehicular access, power and light and area for pool equipment. The spacious first floor studio provides many opportunities for a number of purposes, subject to any necessary planning consent, including music, working from home, workshop and art studio. SERVICES Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Local Authority : Ashford Borough Council Viewing by appointment through WarnerGray 01580766044
SERVICES
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Local Authority : Ashford Borough Council Viewing by appointment through WarnerGray 01580766044
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Location
The historic Tenterden High Street is literary on your doorstep with the attractive tree-lined High Street offering a range of excellent shopping facilities including small boutique, antique shops, supermarkets and leisure centre that sit side by side with many national names. The town boasts a number of local attractions including Kent & East Sussex Railway line, Chapel Down (a local vineyard which produces a fine selection of wines), and Smallhythe Place and Ellen Terry Museum cared for by the National Trust. There is a wide range of excellent state / independent schools including well regarded primary, junior and secondary schools in the town, all within walking distance. It also comes in the catchment for the Ashford Grammar schools. Headcorn Station offers services taking about an hour and Ashford International has the high-speed service to St Pancras (about 37 minutes). Step out of the front door, walk 10 minutes in any direction and you will find yourself in the stunning, sweeping countryside that surrounds the town of Tenterden
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