Positioned in secluded grounds of approximately 2.6 acres bordered by deep azaleas and rhododendron. This stunning arts and crafts residence once formed part of the Original Cobham hall estate. Designed by George Imerie renowned architect of his time and known for his individual house designs in the Tudorbethan style. Once through the gated entrance and up the long driveway the property stands proudly in the centre of the plot with wisteria clad and tile hung elevations under peg tile roof. The current owners have thoughtfully remodelled and extended the property with modern living in mind but with a homage to the past retaining the true integrity of the period.
There are three principle reception rooms in the older part of the house to include study, the bespoke kitchen family room is well appointed and spill out on to patio terrace and seamlessly connects to the triple aspect lounge, a utility room and separate gum bootery completes the ground floor. The first-floor landing extension is a room in its own right bathed in light via loft Windows and offers variety of uses, the sumptuous master suite, provides walk in wardrobe and beautiful ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom also has ensuite dressing room and shower room, the further three bedrooms are serviced via the family bathroom.
Outside the well tendered grounds offer endless space and seclusion to while away the hours entertaining family and friends with countless adventures for the children.
Location Shorne is a picturesque village offering local shops, public houses, church and primary school. Adjacent to Shorne village there is Shorne Wood Country Park, an area of outstanding natural beauty designated a site of special scientific Interest for its wildlife value. The village is within easy reach of Gravesend and Medway town providing further excellent schooling. Convenient access to the M2 and M25 motorways linking to both Gatwick and Heathrow airports, London, Bluewater and the International railway station at Ebbsfleet offering a 17 minute link to London and the Channel Ports. The commuter is also well served by a main line railway station at Sole Street and Higham on the Victoria and Cannon Street line respectively.
Directions From the A2 coast bound take the Shorne/Cobham turning, at the T junction turn right onto Brewers Road which merges into The Ridgeway, upon reaching Chestnut Green on your left take the next right just before The See Ho Public House into Bowesden Lane, follow the road down where the property will be found along on the left hand side.
Transport Information Higham Railway Station: 1.9 miles
Sole Street Railway Station: 2.8 miles
Ebbsfleet International Station: 5.3 miles
The distances calculated are as the crow flies.
Education Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria.
Golf Club Rochester & Cobham Golf Club: 0.9 miles
Health Club Nuffield Health: 2.4 miles
Useful Information We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority websites for more helpful information about the property and local area before proceeding.
Some information in these details are taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making then please contact Fine & Country North West Kent for verification.
Council Tax We are informed this property is in council tax band H, you should verify this with Gravesham Borough Council
Tenure The vendor advises us that this property is Freehold. Should you proceed with the purchase of the property your solicitor must verify these details
Appliances/Services The mention of any appliances and/or services within these sales particulars does not imply that they are in full efficient working order.
Measurements All measurements are approximate and therefore may be subject to a small margin of error.
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This is a Freehold property.
