3 bed detached house for sale

The Square, Chilham, Kent CT4

Situated in the historic village of Chilham, Clements Cottage is a charming Grade II listed period property with pretty lattice windows and a Kent peg tiled roof. The village is quintessentially English with a lovely square surrounded by beautiful period houses and overlooked by the castle and ancient parish church.

The front door opens into the triple aspect sitting room. Running the length of the property, this space is centred around a feature fireplace; a large bay window to the rear has a window seat. Just beyond the staircase is a cosy snug, with a further fireplace with bressummer beam over; the room has a range of fitted storage.

A dining room leads off the sitting room and through to the kitchen, which is fitted with an array of base and wall storage units with worktops over; there is ample space for white goods. A useful utility and storage area adjoins the kitchen, and a door opens to the rear garden. Just outside the door is a cloakroom.

The first floor provides three bright double bedrooms and family bathroom. The principal bedroom has an en suite shower room.

Positioned on a corner plot in the heart of the square, the property is adjacent to the ancient church and opposite Chilham castle.

The main west facing garden is mostly laid to lawn, bordered by a mixture of roses and a white picket fence. To the rear of the cottage and is a flagstone private patio, ideal for alfresco dining.

Adjoining the property is a single garage, offering additional storage or space for a small vehicle.

Set amidst the stunning countryside of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Clements Cottage is located in medieval Chilham square. The historic village, filled with beautiful Tudor buildings and a Norman castle, provides a good range of shops and amenities. Canterbury, with its excellent shopping centre, cultural interests, and well-regarded schools, is also close by.

Ashford International station offers frequent train services to London St Pancras from 36 minutes, whilst Chilham station provides links between Ashford and Canterbury. The M2 (Junction 7) and M20 (Junction 9) give fast road access to the southern motorway network, Gatwick and Heathrow airports. The property has good access to the Continent via the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel.