Shottenden, Canterbury, Kent

Property Details: • Type: Semi-Detached • Tenure: N/A • Floor Area: N/A

Key Features: • 4 Reception rooms • Beautiful village location • 3 to 4 Bedrooms • 3 Bathrooms • Covered parking

Location: • Nearest Station: N/A • Distance to Station: N/A

Agent Information: • Address: 2 St. Margarets Street, Canterbury, CT1 2SL

Full Description: Characterised by its heritage, Mulberry Oast is an appealing semi-detached property which exhibits a skilful transformation into a well-proportioned, light, airy and versatile home. Ancient timbers are combined with modern-day woodcraft, with a spacious entrance hall giving access to two ground floor reception rooms. The sociable sitting room has French doors to the garden, whilst an open aperture creates a seamless connection to the adjoining kitchen. Fitted with contemporary cabinetry and stone work surfaces, the kitchen features a Belfast sink and an island unit with a breakfast bar. Ancillary space is provided by utility and boot room provisions which are incorporated within the integral car port. Currently arranged as a gym, the second reception room and a modern shower room complete the lower level accommodation. Positioned on the first floor, the family room/bedroom 2 has rustic timber posts, creating the opportunity for partition in this elevated space. A wooden ladder rises to an enchanting mezzanine nook with a safety balustrade and gate. There are three further bedrooms and a beautifully appointed family shower room at this level, with the principal bedroom benefitting from vintage-inspired en suite facilities. A further stairway rises to the top of the home, where there is an additional room with exposed rafters and French doors to a Juliet balcony.A private lane gives access to the collection of properties at the farmstead, with Mulberry Oast immediately on the right-hand side, having an area of hardstanding at the front which is bordered by post-and-rail fencing. There is space for parking in addition to the shelter of the car port. A paved pathway to the side of the property leads to the main entrance. To the rear of the house, a terrace provides for al fresco dining and relaxation with a low-level brick retaining wall, topped by picket-fencing, forming a sense of enclosure. Steps rise to a lawned area with a decked platform offering an alternative seating spot to sit. There are mature shrubs and specimen trees at the far margin, with a timber shed providing storage for garden equipment.Agent's note: The neighbouring property has a right of access across Mulberry Oast's driveway.The property occupies a rural setting in the hamlet of Shottenden just to the west of the picturesque village of Chilham. Surrounded by the stunning countryside of the Kent Downs AONB, there are numerous opportunities for outdoor pursuits including cycling, walking and horse-riding, with Perry Wood and Chilham cross-country course within hacking distance. Chilham provides local amenities including a farm shop, two coffee shops, a wine bar and public houses, a village hall hosting events and activities, and a well-regarded primary school, whilst Selling and Faversham offer further facilities as well as supermarkets. Canterbury is within easy reach offering an array of educational, retail and leisure amenities. Motorway access is available via the A2/M2 (J6). Selling, Chilham and Faversham offer regular rail services to London while Ashford International and Canterbury West offer the High-Speed service to London St Pancras from around 36 minutes and 54 minutes respectively. There is good access to the Continent via Eurotunnel andBrochuresWeb DetailsParticulars