5 bedroom house

A delightful 'chocolate box' Grade II listed thatched cottage set amid beautiful landscaped gardens of just under an acre, in a semi-rural location within a short distance of commuter links

Thatchers is an enchanting Grade II listed country house of immense charm and character. A quintessential ‘chocolate box’ cottage, we understand the property has been used in various marketing campaigns by high street names including Cadbury’s. Timber framed and dating from the 16th century, the property presents exposed framing with rendered infil under a thatched roof inset with leaded light windows. The property has been sympathetically enlarged with a two storey extension in 2013, blending seamlessly with the original building.

Many original features are on show throughout the building including wide floorboards to the first floor, beams and timbers throughout and a magnificent double-sided fireplace that takes centre stage in the sitting room.

To the ground floor is a triple aspect garden room, drawing room, snug, dining room, kitchen, entrance hall, downstairs cloakroom with shower cubicle, rear entrance lobby/utility room and boot room. The garden room enjoys all round views of the garden and opens onto a limestone paved terrace; a fantastic spot for outside dining. To the first floor are 5 bedrooms – one currently used as an office. There is an en suite to master bedroom, family bathroom and a large linen storage cupboard.

The property is set amid award winning gardens of just under an acre, with accolades including a Silver Gilt award from the Kent Wildlife Trust. The current custodians have hosted many open garden and musical events at the property and the gardens provide the perfect backdrop. They are cleverly laid out as garden rooms with varying levels to provide much interest at every turn, accompanied by an expanse of lawn. There is even a sunken garden and a winding pathway to an elevated platform which is the ideal spot for enjoying the summer sun and watching the sun go down. The current occupiers are custodians of some rare plant species under the Kent Plan Heritage scheme. The property also benefits from a double garage with an adjoining workshop and a double sized Victorian style greenhouse.

SITUATION
Thatchers is located in the village of Benover which is nestled between Collier Street and Yalding. The 17th century Woolpack Inn offering home cooked food and beer garden is within walking distance and is a popular stop-off for trail walkers and cyclists seeking respite and refreshment.

Nearby Yalding offers a range of shops and amenities while Maidstone, Tonbridge and Paddock Wood all provide comprehensive shopping including high street names, supermarkets, railway stations and facilities.

There are a good range of schools in the area catering for children of all ages including Yalding and Laddingford Primary Schools and Sutton Valence Preparatory and Senior Schools. The property is well positioned for numerous grammar and comprehensive schools in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Maidstone.

Yalding offers rail services to Paddock Wood from which there are frequent commuter services to London Bridge, Cannon Street and Charing Cross with journey times from under an hour. The M20 gives access to Dover, Folkestone and Ashford International and also to the M25 for Gatwick and Heathrow Airports.

Marden 4.5 miles
Paddock Wood 5 miles
M20 9.5 miles
Ashford International 30 miles
(All distances are approximate)

DIRECTIONS
From Yalding take the B2162 Benover Road south towards Collier Street and Marden. Continue for 1 mile and Thatchers will be found on the left and identified by our For Sale Board.

PROPERTY INFORMATION
- Services: Gas central Heating. Mains gas, electric, water and drainage.
- Local Authority: Maidstone Borough Council.
- Council Tax band (2020/21): G.
- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.
- Viewings: Strictly by appointment on .
- Some external photography taken prior to marketing.



Marketed by: Jackson-Stops, Cranbrook