Brick Kiln Green, Blackmore End

A Grade II listed timber framed house, comprising the original cottage potentially dating from the fifthteenth century, with rendered elevations under a 'catslide' thatched roof and a more recently constructed modern extension wing, of timber clad elevations under a tiled mansard style roof. In combination the' two wings' of This property provides fascinating, highly flexible and well proportioned accommodation blending features typical of a period building with the contemporary, which includes a superb kitchen with island and first floor master bedroom suite.

The property occupies a plot of approximately 0.4 of an acre (subject to survey) comprising predominantly of very private lawns, and is located within a rural setting along a peaceful and infrequently used lane surrounded by a farmland and countryside.

Entrance to the property is via a timber door to a T shaped entrance lobby which further provides access to the principal bathroom suite which incorporates a modern suite with style bath. From the entrance lobby there are doors to the sitting room and the dining room. The sitting room is a spacious and welcoming room of generous size with a plethora of timber beams and studs with stairs rising to first floor and large alcove. A particular feature of this room is the beautiful brick inglenook fireplace with hearth which dominate this wonderful room. From the sitting room there is is an opening to the rear porch with a door to the rear of the property and from this area there is access through to the dining room which again features a substantial brick inglenook fireplace with hearth and cast iron canopy. Door to the utility room with counter tops and storage cupboards including space for appliance.

The dining room opens to a reception area which links the original cottage to the extended house. This area features French doors overlooking the garden and has an ideal location for relaxation, but also provides a more conventional access to the property. The reception area then opens to a superb kitchen/breakfast room which is a stunning space with a large island and granite countertop complemented by oak counter tops to three sides and triple aspect views over the established gardens. The kitchen incorporates a double oven, fridge freezer and dishwasher. There are also basket draws and numerous draws and cupboards for storage. Additional useful understairs storage cupboard and stair flight rising to the first floor principal bedroom suite.

The bedrooms located within the original cottage are all of generous size two of which feature built in cupboards and all with vaulted ceilings. The principal bedroom suite located within the contemporary part of the building features a well proportioned bedroom overlooking the gardens and ensuite with double sized shower cubicle, hand basin and low level WC.

Outside
The property is approached over a rural lane and the building sits on the southern boundary within its plot with the gardens mainly laid to lawn, established mature fruit trees and shrubs including a beautiful willow tree. There is parking for numerous vehicles and a horse shoe drive in/out driveway.

Agents notes:
In April 2018 the property has the benefit of approved planning permission for a double cart lodge under application 8/00742/FUL for which ground work is in place.

Private drainage via Klargester which is a sewage treatment plant.

There is a grant oil boiler which we understand was installed in 2022.

We also understand that the electrical supply to the property is buried underground. We also understand that the original cottage suffered fire and water damage and was partially rebuilt during the course of 2012/3 reference 11/01694/LBC when the link extension was also added.
 

ENTRANCE LOBBY  

SITTING ROOM 14' 0" x 20' 11" (4.27m x 6.40m)  

BATHROOM 8' 8" x 5' 7" (2.66m x 1.72m)  

ALCOVE 5' 10" x 4' 0" (1.78m x 1.23m)  

PORCH 4' 2" x 9' 7" (1.28m x 2.94m)  

DINING ROOM 14' 1" x 12' 4" (4.31m x 3.76m)  

UTILITY ROOM 12' 4" x 4' 11" (3.76m x 1.50m)  

RECEPTION AREA 9' 10" x 8' 0" (3.01m x 2.46m)  

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 24' 6" x 13' 8" (7.48m x 4.18m)  

LANDING  

BEDROOM TWO 14' 2" x 10' 4" (4.32m x 3.16m)  

BEDROOM THREE 14' 3" x 7' 11" (4.35m x 2.43m)  

BEDROOM FOUR 10' 2" x 8' 7" (3.12m x 2.63m)  

LANDING  

BEDROOM ONE 15' 5" x 10' 10" (4.70m x 3.32m)  

ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM 8' 9" x 7' 6" (2.68m x 2.30m)