Oakwood Cottage

I'm often asked for a property with total privacy and this is a perfect example -- Alex Davies, Managing Director



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A rural lifestyle property within 100 acre wood comprising of a bespoke country house with self-contained annexe and useful outbuildings set in a tranquil woodland clearing enjoying considerable privacy and a haven for wildlife, well away from busy roads. Potential for equine facilities. In all about 3 acres.



Constructed for the current owners own occupation and completed in 2010, this delightful part Oak framed property enjoys bespoke design detail including a high vaulted beamed ceiling in the sitting room and exposed beams throughout the dining and guest bedroom, There is also a handsome Inglenook fireplace and multi fuel burning stove in the sitting room, and oak internal doors, double glazed windows and an underfloor ground source heating system.
The kitchen/breakfast room is a good size and has granite work surfaces with some integral appliances as well as a useful larder. A neighbouring utility room also acts as a study area. Just off the kitchen is a fabulous Oak framed garden room with another high pitched beamed ceiling and a pleasing aspect over the grounds. There is an en-suite bedroom to the ground floor with patio doors to the side garden, which we have been told is ideal for wheelchair access.

The first floor of the main house enjoys a landing with full size attic above along with access to three double bedrooms and a shower room.
A self-contained annexe can either be used as additional accommodation or retained as a separate unit, including sitting room, kitchen/breakfast room, bedroom en-suite and office.

Externally, the house is surrounded by gardens and grounds extending to about 3 acres which are a haven for wildlife, due to the peace and tranquillity of the surrounding woodland. There is a large pond with bridge over to sundeck and electric car charging points. Outbuildings include a triple garage with electric door and joinery workshops behind these are arranged within three sheds including a w.c. Planning submitted for a stableblock.

The house is set in a very rural, peaceful location surrounded by ancient woodland, covered with swathes of woodland anemones followed by bluebells in the spring. The property is approached from the lane via a long access driveway. This bespoke house affords a truly peaceful lifestyle with plenty of space for a host of recreational activities. The property also offers working from home and potential business facilities having lots of parking and storage.
The house is conveniently located being just 4 miles from the thriving Market Town of Ashford with its major retail shopping outlets, M20 motorway junctions and International station, with high speed train services to London St. Pancras taking just 37 minutes.
The surrounding area is also well served by a choice of schools both in the state and independent sectors including Ashford School at nearby Great Chart Village.

Council Tax/Tenure
Band G
Freehold



Our Ref: AVS210093

Marketed by: Hobbs Parker, Ashford