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foundationproperty.co.ukCherry Lodge, Stodmarsh, Canterbury CT3 4BB

Canterbury and the villages through toSandwich and onto the A299 Thanet Way.

The nearby Cathedral city of Canterbury(five miles) has a bustling city centre whichoffers a wide array of High Street brands,independent retailers, fine pubs, restaurantsand eateries. Canterbury also offers anexcellent selection of both state andindependent schools, along with threeuniversities, two mainline stations and twohospitals. The city is served by a regular railservice to London Victoria, Charing Crossand Cannon Street and the high speed raillink connects with London's St Pancras fromCanterbury West station in just under onehour. Ashford International station and theChannel Tunnel at Folkestone are bothabout 14 miles away and provide regularEurostar and shuttle services to thecontinent, whilst the A2/M2 motorwayprovides good access to both London andthe Channel port of Dover.

SITUATION:

Cherry Lodge sits on a lovely corner plot,adjacent to the village green andsurrounded by some beautiful periodbuildings in the picturesque village ofStodmarsh.

Stodmarsh is a pretty, little village lying eastof Canterbury, overlooking the valley of theRiver Stour and forming part of the parish ofWickhambreaux. It is surrounded by gloriouscountryside and reed marshes, which makeup Stodmarsh National Nature Reserve, aunique area of wetland with marshes, rarereedbeds, lakes and woodland that arehome to a rich variety of birds and wildlife.The village has a beautiful church (TheChurch Of St Mary) which dates back to thetwelfth century and a lovely old village pubcalled the Red Lion which serves good foodand a fine selection of wines and ales. It iswell situated for access into

Cherry Lodge, Stodmarsh, Canterbury CT3 4BB

• Charming Grade ll Listed Detached Cottage• Situated In Pictureseque Village Setting• Particularly Well Presented• Much Character Throughout• Three Good Size Bedrooms• Sitting Room With Open Fire• Detached Garage & Off Road Parking• Corner Plot With Lovely Mature Gardens

TENURE: FREEHOLD

garden. A staircase rises to the masterbedroom, which is a lovely dual aspectroom with pleasant views over thegardens, fitted sliding wardrobes and awell appointed en suite shower room,finished in travertine wall and floor tiling.

A second staircase rises from the mainentrance hall to a small landing and twofurther bedrooms. The first is a good sizedouble room with built in storage,Plantation shutters on the window andlovely views over countryside.

DESCRIPTION:

This very charming white weatherboardedand pebble dashed grade ll listed cottagesits in a picturesque location within thevillage, next to the parish church and aconverted Oast, with its glorious walledgardens bordering the village green.

The original dwelling dates back to the1730's with a later addition in the 1950's, yetCherry Lodge still retains many of itsoriginal features, including sash windows,stained glass porthole windows, beamedceilings and open fires. However, CherryLodge has recently undergone anextensive yet sympathetic programme ofrefurbishment, that now combines cosy,characterful accommodation withmodern day living.

The front door opens into a small, tiledentrance porch, which in turn leads to amuch larger entrance hall with a lovelyVictorian fireplace, exposed brickwork andan open office area with attractive viewsover the garden. An original ledge andbrace door opens into a wonderfully lightand airy, open plan kitchen and diningroom, with warm, natural slate flooringthroughout.

The kitchen has been fitted with a goodrange of traditionally styled units, setaround granite effect work surfaces, aceramic sink and

integrated appliances including aRangemaster stove. The dining room has anexposed brick chimney breast with a woodburning stove and a sash window withPlantation shutters, which looks out onto thestreet. The kitchen is further complementedby a utility room with stable doors to thegarden and a useful cloakroom.

Also to the rear of the cottage is an elegantdrawing room with parquet flooring, anopen fire and double glazed French doors tothe

The second has numerous exposed beams and two stained glass porthole style windowswith views over the gardens and the village green. The family bathroom is positioned onthe ground floor and is also accessed via the entrance hall. This has a traditionally styledsuite including wonderful rolled top claw foot bath, a rectangular basin mounted on agranite topped cabinet, and is finished with ceramic floor tiles and half wood panelledwalls.

OUTSIDE:

The property has a generous corner plot that is south facing, which measures approx. 80ft x 83 ft (max) and enjoys a high degree of privacy and shelter. To the front of theproperty is a pretty rockery which follows the old garden wall around the property to thedetached garage, parking area and a gravelled pathway to the gated rear garden.

The gardens are mainly laid to lawn but have a variety of mature trees such as walnut,evergreen oak, acer and lilac. There are attractive and well stocked borders, a raisedsleeper edged wooded shady area, a green house and large patio area that wrapsaround the property adjoining the house.

T: 01227 752 617 ■ E: gatehouse@foundationproperty.co.uk ■ www.foundationproperty.co.ukThe Gatehouse, Brenley Lane, Brenley ME13 9LU

We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specifi cation have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or effi ciency is given. All measurements, fl oor plans and site plans are a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Fixtures and fi ttings shown in any photographs are not necessarily included in the sale and need to be agreed with the seller. Foundation Property Services is a trading name of Foundation Property Services (Kent) Limited. Registered in England and Wales No. 7139236. Registered Address: The Gatehouse, Brenley Lane, Brenley, Kent, England ME13 9LU.

T: 01227 752 617 ■ E: gatehouse@foundationproperty.co.uk ■ www.foundationproperty.co.ukThe Gatehouse, Brenley Lane, Brenley ME13 9LU

We endeavour to make our sales particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. Any services, systems and appliances listed in this specifi cation have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or effi ciency is given. All measurements, fl oor plans and site plans are a guide to prospective buyers only, and are not precise. Fixtures and fi ttings shown in any photographs are not necessarily included in the sale and need to be agreed with the seller. Foundation Property Services is a trading name of Foundation Property Services (Kent) Limited. Registered in England and Wales No. 7139236. Registered Address: The Gatehouse, Brenley Lane, Brenley, Kent, England ME13 9LU.

TOTAL FLOOR AREA: Approx. 1250 sq. ft (116.1 sq. m) COUNCIL TAX BAND: EGENERAL INFORMATION: The property is grade ll listed and served by mains drainage and oil fired central heating.AGENT'S NOTE: Pursuant to the Estate Agents Act 1979 (section 21) we must point out the the owner of this property is an estate agent and works for this company.