Property description
An Enchanting 5 Bedroomed Georgian-Fronted Riverside Property with Detached Self-Contained 1 Bedroom Stable Conversion offering a 'lifestyle' Income Producing Property. The property sits within well manicured award winning gardens, tucked away off of Aylesford's picturesque High Street and affording wonderful views over the river Medway upon which it fronts. Listed as a Grade II by English Heritage, it offers a wealth of features such as lovely Tudor beams, many fireplaces including a beautiful Inglenook with carved Bressumer beam and wonderful wide exposed floor boards, original ledged doors, many Georgian doors and sash windows to the front overlooking the river. In our opinion, this is a true Hidden Gem that must be viewed to be fully appreciated and we look forward to showing you this stunning riverside home.
Description
An Enchanting 5 Bedroomed Georgian-Fronted Riverside Property with Detached Self-Contained 1 Bedroom Stable Conversion, offering a 'lifestyle' Income Producing Property. The property sits within well manicured award winning gardens, tucked away off of Aylesford's picturesque High Street and affording wonderful views over the river Medway, upon which it fronts. Listed as a Grade II by English Heritage, it offers a wealth of features such as lovely Tudor beams, many fireplaces including a beautiful Inglenook with carved Bressumer beam and wonderful wide exposed floor boards, original ledged doors, many Georgian doors and sash windows to the front overlooking the river. In our opinion, this is a true Hidden Gem that must be viewed to be fully appreciated and we look forward to showing you this stunning riverside home.Situation: Aylesford Village is nestled on the banks of the River Medway at the foot of the North Downs in the County of Kent commonly know as the Garden of England. The village has been designated a conservation area to retain its historical character. The village boasts popular eateries and public houses as well as a Village store, coffee shop and a village primary school. Outside the village is Aylesford Secondary School and Aylesford Retail Park with supermarket and retail superstores. The village has it's own train station and has road links to both the M2 and M20 motorways providing access to London. The County town of Maidstone is approximately 4 miles away where a multitude of retail, educational and recreational facilities can be found.Accommodation as follows:Glazed timber door into...Entrance HallThis hall is believed to have originally been a walk-through between the two original Tudor lodges that are thought to now form this one property. Exposed floor boards. Dado rails to walls. Doors to drawing room, sitting room and rear lobby. From the rear lobby there are further doors to the garden, fifth bedroom, dining room and a door with stairs leading down to the cellar utility room.Drawing Room 15'9 x 13'6 (4.80m x 4.11m)Sash window to front. Feature fireplace. Exposed floor boards. Picture rails to walls. Radiator.Sitting Room 16'3 x 12'2 (4.95m x 3.71m)Sash window to front. Inglenook fireplace with carved Bressumer beam and brick hearth. Exposed floor boards. Dado rails to walls. Radiator.Dining Room 14'5 x 9'9 (4.39m x 2.97m)Window to rear. Built-in cupboard. Quarry tiled floor. Inset spotlights to ceiling. Radiator.Library 11'10 x 9'9 (3.61m x 2.97m)Sash window to front. Cast iron fireplace. Exposed floor boards. Built-in cupboard. Picture rails to walls. Radiator. Timber door to front.Kitchen 15'10 x 9'10 (4.83m x 3.00m)A matching range of units with solid wood door and drawer fronts and roll top worksurfaces. Inset 11/2 bowl and drainer with chrome mixer tap. Space for range cooker, fridge-freezer and dishwasher. Exposed beam to ceiling. Windows to side and rear. Quarry tiled floor.Bedroom Five With En-Suite 14'5 max x 12'5 max (4.39m max x 3.78m max)Window to rear. Exposed floor boards. Beam to ceiling. Glazed door to En-Suite.En-SuiteA white suite comprising shower cubicle with chrome shower mixer, semi-pedestal basin with chrome mixer tap and low level back to the wall WC. Heated towel rail. Inset spotlights to ceiling. Window to rear.Lower Ground Floor Utility Room 13'2 x 9'8 (4.01m x 2.95m)A matching range of units with worksurfaces over and inset bowl and drainer. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Brick flooring.Stairs/LandingA wonderful timber staircase leads from the entrance hall to the first floor landing. Doors to all first floor bedrooms and both bathrooms. Window to rear. Radiator.Master Bedroom With En-Suite 16'7 x 16'4 into alcove (5.05m x 4.98m into alcove)Sash window to front affording views over the front lawn and River Medway. Victorian style 'ducks nest' fireplace. Exposed floor boards. Storage cupboard. Radiator. Door to En-Suite.En-SuiteA white suite comprising shower cubicle with electric shower and dual flush low level wc. Tiled flooring and localised tiling to walls. Chrome heated towel rail.Bedroom Two 13'2 x 12'2 (4.01m x 3.71m)Sash window to front affording views over the front lawn and River Medway. Victorian style 'ducks nest' fireplace. Exposed floor boards. Vanity basin with chrome mixer tap. Radiator.Bedroom Three 15'2 x 12'2 max (4.62m x 3.71m max)Window to rear overlooking the well stocked gardens. Feature beams to ceiling and walls. Exposed floor boards. Storage cupboard. Radiator. Wall mounted basin with chrome taps.Bedroom Four 15'11 max x 12'4 (4.85m max x 3.76m)Window to side. Fireplace. Exposed floor boards. Inset spotlights to ceiling. Radiator.Main Bathroom 10'10 x 7'8 (3.30m x 2.34m)A white suite comprising Victorian style 'showering machine', pedestal basin with chrome mixer tap and dual flush low level wc. Exposed floor boards. Feature exposed beams to walls. Radiator. Window to rear.Second Bathroom 9'2 x 4'1 (2.79m x 1.24m)A white suite comprising bath with chrome mixer tap and electric shower over, vanity basin with chrome mixer tap and dual flush low level wc. Tiled flooring and localised tiling to walls. Inset spotlights to ceiling.Attic Room 12'6 x 12'1 max at floor level (3.81m x 3.68m max at floor level)Accessed via a door and timber staircase from the first floor landing. Window to rear. Carpeted floor.Stable CottageA converted former stables and coach house now used for self-catering accommodation and as a guest suite.Stable door into...Kitchen-Dining Room 12'8 x 11'10 (3.86m x 3.61m)A matching range of units with solid wood door fronts and worksurfaces. Inset ceramic bowl and drainer with chrome mixer tap. Space for freestanding cooker, washing machine, under counter fridge and slimline dishwasher. Windows to front and side. Radiator. Timber stairs up to living room. Door to mid lobby with further doors to bedroom and shower room.En-Suite Bedroom 15'2 x 10'2 (4.62m x 3.10m)Window to side. Exposed floor boards. Feature ragstone wall. Radiators. Door to En-Suite.En-Suite BathroomA white suite comprising bath with chrome taps and shower mixer over, basin with chrome mixer tap and low level wc. Heated towel rail.Shower RoomA white suite comprising shower cubicle with shower mixer, pedestal basin with chrome taps and low level wc. Exposed floor boards. Heated towel rail.Living Room 13'7 x 12'7 (4.14m x 3.84m)Window to side. Exposed beams to vaulted ceiling. Exposed floor boards. Radiator.Outside WCUseful brick built attached outside toilet with low level wc and wash hand basin.ServicesElectricity, Gas, Water and mains drainageViewingBy appointment through Bluebell Estates27 High Street, Aylesford, Kent, ME20 7AX01622 717500 www.bluebell-estates.co.ukEnergy Performance CertificateNot Required As Listed PropertyThe BusinessThe property has been run as a successful bed and breakfast for many years and would be happy to consider selling as a going concern to include future bookings, website and possibly even furniture. More information can be found on their website www.wickhamlodge.co.ukBed and breakfast rates of �100 per night are charged for the larger rooms and Stable Cottage rents for �495 per week on a self-catering basis in the peak season. It is felt an annual gross income in the region of �40,000 should be achievable.DirectionsFrom our Aylesford village office turn left and proceed up the High Street. Just past The Chequers take the left fork down the cobbled street.The property can be found at the end of the street on the right hand side.Agents NoteAll services connected but none testedMeasurements by sonic tape which may be subject to some variationThese details are produced for information only and do not form part of any contract.Floor Plans