Property description
If you're looking for a detached Victorian cottage of character with a beautiful garden and plenty of parking then Whitewood House could be for you. The current owner has lovingly refurbished and tastefully decorated the versatile accommodation with great flare and outside she has created a splendid garden with an outside dining area. Within walking distance of local shops and less than a mile from Cranbrook High Street. Rear photo shown.
Description
Whitewood House is a detached chalet-style weather boarded Victorian cottage which we believe was built 1896 and has been the subject of considerable expenditure and effort in recent years by the current owner. The flexible accommodation is particularly well presented and tastefully decorated yet still offers a characterful home in a sought after location. A prime feature of this charming property is the delightfully well stocked garden which has been completely re-designed and professionally landscaped with an abundance of plants and shrubs that are a joy to behold.
Location
Whitewood House sits well back from the road and occupies a good size plot. Within walking distance of bus stops and a prestigious licenced farm shop with butchers, delicatessen, bakery and cafe. Within the same complex is a nursery schoo and fishmonger. Less than a mile away are the independent shops of Cranbrook High Street, supermarket, pharmacy, banks and post office, dentist and doctors surgery. St Dunstans church and many fine buildings of architectural and historical interest. About a mile away is a sports centre with gymnasium, tennis courts and swimming pool. Almost opposite is Hempstead Forest with hundreds of acres for lovely walks. Nearby are Primary and secondary schools including Cranbrook Independent School for which this property is within their catchment area. All around is lovely the Kent countryside and the picturesque country towns of Tenterden, Hawkhurst and Goudhurst 9, 3 & 4 miles respectively. The larger towns of Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone are approx 17, 14 & 11 miles away. For London commuters the A229 connects to the A21 and M20. The nearest main line railway station is approx 6 miles away at Staplehurst
Entrance Porch
Recessed porchway with outside light, tiled floor and part glazed front door opening to:
Entrance Hall
Radiator and wood paneled internal doors.
Cloakroom
White suite of WC and rectangular hand basin with tiled splashback, cupboard beneath and extractor above.
Lounge/Dining Room - 21' 9'' x 10' 3'' (6.62m x 3.12m)
A light and bright through room with triple aspect having double glazed windows to front and to side and double glazed door to rear. Open aspect to the kitchen. Two radiators, stairs off to first floor and step down to the kitchen.
Kitchen - 9' 10'' x 9' 3'' (2.99m x 2.82m)
Custom built pale grey and cream coloured base and wall mounted cabinets with drawers and space for appliances. Stainless steel circular sink with mixer taps and drainer set into grey working surface. Gas hob with electric oven below. Plumbing for dishwasher and plumbing for washing machine. Integrated refrigerator. Cupboard housing the gas fired combi boiler. Radiator, double glazed windows to rear and side. Steps up to lounge/dining room.
Sitting Room - 10' 3'' x 9' 6'' (3.12m x 2.89m)
Charming fireplace with cast iron log burner, and cupboards built into the chimney recess. Radiator and double glazed French doors to the rear leading to a raised deck.
Bedroom 2 - 11' 10'' x 10' 3'' (3.60m x 3.12m)
Double glazed window to the front, radiator and feature wall panels with cupboards behind.
First Floor Landing
Stairs rise from the Lounge/Dining Room and turn before arriving at a small landing with double glazed window to the rear and access to the following:
Bedroom 1 - 15' 6'' x 11' 6'' (4.72m x 3.50m)
Double glazed windows to the front and two radiators.
Study/Bedroom 3 - 9' 3'' x 7' 0'' (2.82m x 2.13m)
Double glazed window to rear and radiator. This room is fitted as a walk-in wardrobe with several shelves and hanging rails
Bathroom
White suite of paneled bath, with independently heated shower over, pedestal wash basin and low level WC. Tiled splashbacks and tiled floor. Double glazed opaque window to rear. Eaves cupboard. Extractor and radiator/towel rail,
Parking
To the front of Whitewood House is a private driveway and a gravel area for turning and off-road parking sufficient to accommodate at least two cars.
Gardens
The front garden has mostly been given over to parking for the exclusive use of Whitewood House and is set behind a grass verge, screened by a tall fence mounted above a retaining wall with planting beds. Timber gates to the side of Whitewood House open into the rear garden which has been beautifully landscaped and will delight any keen gardener. Adjacent to the rear of the property is an extensive raised deck which is partly covered by a glazed roof for al fresco dining and for enjoying sunsets with views of the garden. Set within the decking is a bench seat with storage under, a koi pond with cover, several outside lighting and power points. Steps down to an established lawn with shaped flower borders overflowing with a fabulous variety plants and shrubs, roses, climbers and specimen trees. Beyond the flower garden is a picket fence with gate opening into the fruit and vegetable garden with gravel paths around the raised vegetable beds. Useful garden shed, greenhouse and enchanting summer house with light and power. Adjacent to the side of Whitewood House is a useful lean-to which also has light and power points. The rear garden is privately enclosed with fencing and mature hedges.
Services
All mains services are connect. The accommodation benefits from gas fired central heating with radiators, recessed ceiling lights, double glazed windows and external doors.
Property Features :
- Detached Character Cottage
- Beautifully Presented
- Fabulous Garden
- Versatile Accommodation
- Oodles of Charm