5 bedroom detached house for sale

Council tax band: G SMARDEN This charming, detached property is found nestled in a rural location, just on the fringes of the historic and sought after village of Smarden. The oast is approached via a private, tree-lined drive, adjacent to a delightful pond, bustling with ducks and wildlife. Outside, stunning, secluded gardens of just under an acre, provide a touch of formality, with parterre hedges enclosing Magnolia trees, Catalpa, roses and mature shrubs. Within the grounds there is a self-contained, refurbished, ONE BEDROOM COTTAGE, with its own private terrace, lawn and pond. Outbuildings provide garden storage, including a double, insulated garage with a studio above, and there is parking for multiple vehicles. This charming property is conveniently located for access to the main road and rail networks. Ashford Borough Council - Council Tax Band G EPC Rating: tbc The village of Smarden offers local facilities including a church, village hall, primary school, village shop/post office, butchers, two public houses, a tennis court, a cricket club and a recreation ground. As well as the local school there are a variety of state and public schools available in the area most of which have recently received 'excellent' in Offsted inspections and include Dulwich School, Sutton Valence, Bethany, Benenden as well as grammar schools in Maidstone and Ashford. Many of the schools can be accessed via school buses from Headcorn. Main line stations are available at Headcorn some 5 minutes drive, Pluckley 10 minutes and Ashford International with the fast link to London some 20 minutes drive.