11 bed country house for sale

Canterbury, Kent CT4

Nestled in picturesque countryside and set in 4 acres (*tbv )of grounds and paddocks, an impressive detached farmhouse offering substantial 4 bedroom accommodation of 2815 sq.ft. Boasting a stunning interior combining a desirable mix of period charm (in parts dated back to 1760) with modern living.
An attached two bedroom annexe adds versatility and suitability for guests/extended family. Additionally some outbuildings at the property have been converted into 4 holiday lets offering income opportunities. There is also a large stable block of 1054 sq.ft. (in need of some refurbishment) as well as a 3 summerhouses and a former cow shed (potential conversion subject relevant planning ).

Two entrance drives lead into the property with spacious parking areas. One drive leads to the main residence and annexe and the other to the holiday lets, stable block and paddocks and has 2 cattle grids installed. The surrounding well maintained grounds feature secluded lawned areas with 4 natural ponds creating a haven for local wildlife, along with a a variety of fruit and mature trees and a productive fruit and vegetable patch .The expansive outdoor spaces are perfect for children to play, pets to roam, or for hosting summer barbecues on the covered terrace.

This exceptional country home is a rare find enjoying a prime location being surrounded by a glorious rural landscape yet only 1.5 miles from the Cathedral City of Canterbury offering a wide choice of amenities including a range of High Street and independent retailers, restaurants, pubs, leisure facilities and the very popular recently refurbished Marlowe Theatre. It also has an excellent selection of both state and independent schools, along with three universities, two mainline railway stations, two hospitals and a very good bus service.

Holiday Lets & Outbuildings

Refer to the online plan of all the outbuildings with shape and dimensions enclosed. Over 3,000 sq ft of outbuildings and former stables.
An attractive Detached character barn that has been converted into holiday lets
holiday let 1 & 2 - Fully Accessible 2 Bedrooms, - 2 Bathrooms & Kitchen/Breakfast Room
holiday let 3 – 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Kitchen/Breakfast Room.
Holiday let 4 – Detached Cottage, with Kitchen/Breakfast Room/Bedroom & bathroom with Detached Lounge.
Former stable block – Detached with a number of stables in total around 1,054 sq.ft. ( in need of some refurbishment)
other outbuildings – 3 x Summer Houses ( both with wi fi and electric installed ) a Storage Shed and a former Cart Lodge

Situation & Location

The property is situated in a rural location around q.5 miles from the cathedral City of Canterbury its fast train links into London via Canterbury East & West stations offers a regular rail service to London Victoria, Charing Cross and Cannon Street and connects to the high-speed rail link of London St Pancras offering a journey time od under one hour.
Ashford International station and the Channel Tunnel at Folkestone are both about 14 miles away and provide regular Eurostar and shuttle services to the continent, whilst the A2/M2 motorway provides good access to both London and the Channel port of Dover.The surrounding countryside is ideal for those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, such as horse riding, walking and cycling. There are also numerous pretty villages nearby with typical village pubs to visit, giving you the ideal balance between city and country living.

Main House Material Information & Services & Outgo

Main house & integral annexe
tenure: Freehold
property type: Detached Farmhouse (unlisted)
property construction: Brick
number & type of room/S: 4 bedrooms/3/4 Receptions - see attached floor plans.
Parking: Ample parking for numerous cars on hard standing also including holiday lets
flood risk: Zone 1
title number/S: K313111
local authority: Canterbury City Council
tax band: G
EPC rating: Full ratings & advisories/estimated costs are now online at the .gov web site:
Services

Heating: Oil
sewage: Septic Tank – Shared with Iffin Farm Bungalow next door – cost split
water supply: Mains
electricity supply: Mains
Offcom - Mobile & Broadband

Broadband

Download Mbps / Upload Mbps – also see useful website links.
Mobile coverage

Indoor - EE / Vodafone / O2 / Three - also see useful website links.
Outdoor - EE / Vodafone / O2 / Three - also see useful website links.
Small business tax relief - The whole site including the house and holiday lets has small business tax relief

Holiday Lets - Services & Outgoings

Water supply: Mains & Rain Water harvesting tank
electricity supply: Mains from the detached house
heating : Electric heaters Cottage 4 & Polypipe underfloor heating in the holiday let barns
sewage : Allerton sewage treatment plant
property type: Detached
property construction: Timber & Block
number & type of room/S: See attached floor plans
EPC rating: Full ratings & advisories/estimated costs are now online at the .gov web site:
For each holiday let and annex
business fixtures are available by seperate negotiation
lapsed planning : Rear Conservatory Ref : Ca/10/01679/ful

Land & Grounds

The acreage and or land shown / stated on any map and or screen print for the property is *tbv – (To Be Verified), which means that the land has not been formally measured and or verified by Equus and or its sellers/clients. A Title Plan from Land Registry will have been acquired, where available, showing the boundary and acreage. Otherwise, an online measuring tool will have been used to ‘check’ the acreage against the Land Registry Title where possible. Interested applicants / buyers are advised that if they have any doubts as to the plot size and wish to have verification of the titles and exact area of the entire plot/s, they will be required to make their own arrangements, at their own cost, by appointing the services of a Solicitor acting on their behalf and an accredited / qualified company who can measure the area for a compliant Land Registry Title Plan.

Helpful Website Links

We recommend that you visit the local authority website pertaining to the property you are interested in buying for all the planning consents / restrictions / history and the following websites for more helpful information about the property and surrounding local area before proceeding in a purchase:
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Disclaimers

1. Particulars: These particulars are not an offer or contract, nor part of one. You should not rely on statements given by Equus International Property Ltd in the particulars, by word of mouth or in writing (“information”) as being factually accurate about the property, its condition or its value. Neither Equus International Property Ltd nor any joint agent has any authority to make any representations about the property, and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of Equus International Property Ltd.
2. Material Information: Please note that the material information is provided to Equus International Property Ltd by third parties and is provided here as a guide only. While Equus International Property Ltd has taken steps to verify this information, we advise you to confirm the details of any such material information prior to any offer being submitted. If we are informed of changes to this information by the seller or another third party, we will use reasonable endeavours to update this as soon as practical.
3. Photos, Videos etc: The photographs, property videos and virtual viewings etc. Show only certain parts of the property as they appeared at the time they were taken. Areas, measurements and distances given are approximate only.
4. Regulations etc: Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. A buyer must find out by inspection or in other ways that these matters have been properly dealt with and that all information is correct.
5. Fixtures and fittings: A list of the fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings and other items fixed to the property which are included in the sale (or may be available by separate negotiation) will be provided by the Seller’s Solicitors.
6. VAT: If applicable, the VAT position relating to the property may change without notice.

Viewing Arrangements

All Viewings are strictly by Appointment with the Vendors’ Agent
Equus Country & Equestrian, South East/South West
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By viewing a property with Equus you accept this disclaimer. If inspecting the outbuildings, equestrian facilities or any other building within the grounds you must wear appropriate clothing and footwear and children must be either left in the car or always supervised. Livestock should not be touched and all gates left shut or closed after use.