Ashford Road, St Michaels, Tenterden

Property Description: A rare find on the rental market, Robinia Cottage is a charming 2 bedroom character cottage that was extended and finished to a very high spec throughout in 2021. The welcoming front garden is accessed via one of the 2 wooden gates and fully enclosed with close board fencing and some laurel hedging. The sandstone patio with brick edging taken from the original house overlooks the lawn. It also provides access to the external lean to storage area. The fully enclosed front porch steps into the open hallway with the newly exposed feature brick chimney breast continuing up to the galleried landing and adding tremendous character. There is a downstairs W/C with vanity unit and under stair cupboard. The impressive social open plan kitchen, dining and living area is in the new extension enjoying natural light with a spacious vaulted ceiling. The charcoal grey modern shaker kitchen with herringbone tiling also provides ample storage with stylish brass handles, marble effect worktop & a breakfast bar. The kitchen includes an oven, ceramic hob, integrated slimline dishwasher, fridge, freezer and space for a washing machine. The peaceful enclosed courtyard to the side is laid with patio and brick edging. The old store at the back has been restored with a new roof and access door. The landing area upstairs would be ideal for a small desk or reading space enjoying the open height ceiling and natural light. The upstairs double bedroom has lovely character with high ceilings, exposed purlin beam and brick decorative fireplace. Across the landing, the stylish bathroom has a roll top bath, separate shower and grey vanity unit (Please note, the tiling and flooring in the bathroom has been replaced since the photos were taken). The downstairs bedroom has a decorative fireplace (not in use) and 2 Oak beams again adding unique character to the space. To compliment the high spec finish are new handmade accoya wooden double glazed windows and doors. The downstairs living areas are finished with wood LVT flooring with the upstairs and bedrooms carpeted. Street parking is available on Ox Lane at the rear of the property, for access you can walk through the pub garden which is a pubic foot path.

Outside: The front of the property has a large patio area with an external power socket, outside tap and security lighting overlooking the lawn area and large Robinia Tree. The good size lean to storage area is accessed via keypad entry. There is also a fully enclosed courtyard garden accessed via the living room. The original outbuilding at the end of the courtyard has been restored with a new roof, access door and paving slabs.

Location: St Michaels is a small village just over half a mile from the popular High Street of Tenterden where there is an array of independent retailers and commercial companies offering lots of different services including carpet cleaners, accountants, vets, hairdressers, solicitors and health and beauty therapists. For those who like to shop Tenterden is very popular for its small boutiques which offer ladies and gents clothing, home furnishings, gifts, fishing equipment, bicycles, hardware and haberdashery. There are two supermarkets (Waitrose and Tesco) and a butchers as well as plenty of pubs and restaurants that offer something for everyone's tastes. Tenterden Leisure Centre has lots of facilities to take advantage of including a swimming pool, a workout studio, a gym and tennis courts. Tenterden has a thriving community spirit and offers a variety of things to do for all ages and interests. St Michaels has 2 pubs (The Crown & The Fat Ox), a hardware store, takeaway food, village post office & recreation ground. There are excellent Primary Schools nearby and Homewood School is minutes from the property.

Directions: - TN30 6BT / What3Words: scoop.retained.passion

Council Tax: Council Tax band D (correct as of June 2024) To check council tax rates for this property, please refer to

Local Authority: Ashford Borough Council . Kent County Council

Services: Mains drainage, electricity & a gas fired central heating system.

Fixtures: This property is unfurnished with some white goods.

Availability: This property is available 23rd July 2024

Declaration: Under the Estate Agents Act 1979 we declare that one of the landlords is an associate of Sandersons UK

Additional Property Notes: There is street parking available on Ox lane at the rear of the property. There is one step up into the property and an internal staircase leading up to the bedrooms.