Little Chart, Ashford - TN27 0QQ

Property Description: Guide Price £800,000 - £850,000. This quintessential, Grade II listed Kentish cottage is located in the picturesque, rural village of Little Chart on the outskirts of Ashford. The property oozes character and charm with an abundance of significant period features including a Kent Peg tiled roof, exposed beams and brickwork, Inglenook fireplaces and latch doors - all typical of the era it was built. This rare little gem was formerly a Medieval Hall House and retains all of its character and beauty; it is surrounded by open countryside with no near neighbours, but not isolated and within easy reach of amenities and transport links. The entrance porch leads directly into the living room with a magnificent, open Inglenook fireplace ideal for getting cosy on a crisp winters evening. From here there is access into a hall which has stairs leading to the first floor and a door to the dining room which has a further Inglenook fireplace housing a log burner. This room is perfect for hosting a dinner party or enjoying a formal family meal. The well equipped kitchen has space for a Range cooker, an electric oven, a ceramic hob, a dishwasher and an under counter fridge and freezer. There is a substantial walk in larder which provides additional storage space and access through to a relaxing garden room which is filled with natural light and has patio doors leading out the glorious gardens. The separate utility room has a WC and a washer/dryer. Completing the ground floor is a large study providing useful work from home space with a wonderful aspect over the garden. To the first floor there is a spacious landing which gives entry to three good sized bedrooms, all of which have useful built in storage space. The family bathroom is mostly tiled with a bath, a vanity sink unit and a separate shower cubicle. This incredible family home is offered for sale with no onward chain.

Outside: The property occupies a generous plot extending to 0.46 acres and is surrounded by farmland with far reaching countryside views. Approached via a five bar gate there is a large double driveway with parking for several cars. The double garage has full power and light connected and a remote controlled door. The beautiful, established gardens have a variety of mature trees, shrubs and perennial plants which add colour and texture throughout the seasons. There is a large kitchen garden for those that like to grow their own fruit and vegetables and a small paddock which has previously been used for keeping goats. A paved patio has plenty of space for outdoor seating to sit back and relax while soaking up the peace and tranquility of this simply breathtaking location.

Location: Hunger Hatch Cottage is located at the end of a quiet country land in the picturesque, rural village of Little Chart on the outskirts of Ashford. Little Chart is a village and civil parish just 4 miles north-west of Ashford. It is the home to Little Chart Cricket Club and Surrenden Park which has the highest grading of listed building in the parish and was owned by the Dering Family for over 400 years. There is a village church, The Ford Paper Mill and a late 15th century village pub – The Swan Inn which serves a selection of ales, beers and wines as well as delicious home-made English cuisine using local produce. Its neighbouring village is Pluckley which is referenced in the Domesday book and is famous for its entry in the Guinness Book of Records in 1989 for being the “most haunted village in Britain” as well as appearing in the ITV drama “The Darling Buds of May” and various other shows including Top Gear. There are two further pubs here – The Dering Arms and The Black Horse. The nearby villages of Charing and Pluckley both have train stations with connecting trains to London Charing Cross or London Victoria. High speed trains to St Pancras International can be caught via Ashford International. Both Charing Church of England Primary and Pluckley Church of England Primary are just over 2 miles from Little Chart and offer "Good" Ofsted ratings.

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Local Authority: Ashford Borough Council 01233 331 111. Kent County Council - 0845 247 247

Services: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage.

Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.