Property description
A wealth of history, stunning architectural features and beautiful landscaped gardens await the new owners of this fabulous property.
The main part of the building is believed to date back to the 13th century and built by Stephen Langton, the Archbishop of Canterbury from the time. It is reputed the Magna Carta was drafted in the drawing room of the rectory by the Archbishop himself. This property is considered to be an addition built in the Victorian times.
As you approach up the long gravelled drive the mature trees and gardens are a welcome entrance to what is a grand and impressive residence.
As you walk through the front door, a generous size reception hall greets you with gothic style arches looking through into the dining room. The lounge provides a wonderful place to relax where you can enjoy the log burning fire place to keep you warm in the winter, or in the summer have the doors open overlooking the patio and gardens beyond.
Upstairs all the bedrooms are double in size giving plenty of space for you and your family to spread out.
Where this home really shows its benefits is the outside space. Imagine eating alfresco on the spacious patio where you are predominantly south facing and you can enjoy the quietness and just the bird song to keep you company.
There is so much more to see with this home, so book a viewing and discover yourself.
What the Owner says:
We have lived here for over 30 years and it will be quite a wrench for us to leave. We have made countless improvements and changes to the property over the years to keep it well maintained, including replacing the bathroom, kitchen and windows.
There has been many hours invested in the landscaping of the gardens and we feel this provides a true Mediterranean feel.
We have added an outside barbecue area which makes it perfect for entertaining in the summer time where we can enjoy the sun all day.
To sum up we have the best of both worlds with a beautiful countryside setting but just a few minutes away from the train station, access to a motorway, shops and schools.
Room sizes:
- Reception Hall
- Cloakroom
- Lounge: 20'7 x 12'6 (6.28m x 3.81m)
- Dining Room: 15'10 x 11'10 (4.83m x 3.61m)
- Kitchen Area: 13'0 (3.97m) x 9'4 (2.85m) narrowing to 6'3 (1.91m)
- Breakfast Area: 13'4 x 6'8 (4.07m x 2.03m)
- Utility Room: 6'7 x 6'0 (2.01m x 1.83m)
- Landing: 8'0 x 6'0 (2.44m x 1.83m)
- Bedroom 1: 15'4 x 12'0 (4.68m x 3.66m)
- Bedroom 2: 16'2 x 6'9 (4.93m x 2.06m)
- Bedroom 3: 17'2 x 10'2 (5.24m x 3.10m)
- Study/Bedroom 4: 10'1 x 8'6 (3.08m x 2.59m)
- Bathroom: 9'9 x 6'0 (2.97m x 1.83m)
- Driveway
- Surrounding Gardens
- Garage: 19'3 x 9'0 (5.87m x 2.75m)
- Car Port
The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose.
Property Features :
- 4 bedroom grade II listed character home
- Significant historical interest
- Beautiful mature landscaped gardens
- Surrounding open countryside
- Utility room and kitchen/breakfast area