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The Oast House, Smarden Road, Pluckley

PROPERTY TYPE

Country House

BEDROOMS

2

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

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Key features

  • Charming 2 bed det Grade II listed oast house situated on the outskirts of the historic village of Pluckley
  • Original features throughout including exposed brickwork, beams & vaulted ceilings
  • Dual aspect 1st floor living room with fireplace & patio doors onto the secluded terrace with views over the garden
  • Spacious country style kitchen/breakfast room (scope to upgrade) & separate snug/office;
  • 2 double bedrooms located in the roundel on the ground & 1st floor
  • Family bathroom & additional shower room both on the ground floor
  • Various outside spaces including private, low maintenance courtyard garden & elevated secluded terrace
  • Uninterrupted countryside views to the front of the property over farmland
  • Village amenities include the well known Black Horse restaurant, butchers, general store, post office, ancient church, village hall & recreation ground
  • 1.4 miles to Pluckley train station with services to London & 7 miles from Ashford town centre

Description

Property Description: Guide Price £500,000 - £525,000. This charming Grade II listed oast house is nestled on the outskirts of Pluckley village with uninterrupted countryside views to the front of the property. With plenty of original features including exposed brickwork, beams and vaulted ceilings this character property effortlessly combines traditional charm with modern comforts. This property is perfect for anyone looking to downsize or retire to the idyllic Kent countryside.

The country style kitchen/breakfast room is a great social space with double doors out onto the low maintenance courtyard garden, ideal for hosting gatherings or enjoying quiet meals with loved ones. The kitchen comes with an oven and ceramic hob, a washing machine, a dishwasher and a fridge/freezer. There is exciting scope and potential to reconfigure the kitchen/breakfast room to create a wonderful space for dining and entertaining. Next to the kitchen is a separate study/snug, perfect for unwinding after a long day or indulging in your favourite hobbies.

The dual aspect first floor living room highlights the original features in this home including a vaulted ceiling, an oak carved newel post, exposed beams and brick fireplace, perfect for cosy winter evenings. Double doors open onto a secluded balcony overlooking the garden with plenty of space for outdoor seating.

There are two double bedrooms located in the roundel on the ground and first floor. The main bathroom and separate shower room are also located on the ground floor.

Outside: There is a low maintenance private courtyard garden to the rear of the property with mature hedging and trees which create the utmost privacy. The large patio area is perfect for enjoying a drink or alfresco meal on a sunny summer evening. There is also a spacious secluded balcony off the living room on the first floor. There is parking for two cars opposite the property in a layby.

Location: Pluckley is a village and civil parish in the Ashford District of Kent close to the North Downs. Pluckley is famous for its entry in the Guinness Book of Records in 1989 for being the most haunted village in Britain as well as appearing in the ITV drama The Darling Buds of May and various other programs including Top Gear. Pluckley offers an array of local amenities including the well-known Black Horse restaurant, butchers, general store, post office, ancient church, primary school, village hall and a recreation ground. There are two public houses within walking distance the Swan and the Rose & Crown. The village enjoys a close community with a large number of local clubs and societies including a tennis club, a football club and a gardening society. Locally, Pluckley station has services to London while the village itself is less than 7 miles away from Ashford Town Centre and Ashford International Station which operates the High Speed Link to London in just 38 minutes and services to the continent via Eurostar. Junction 9 of the M20 is the closest motorway exit and the Channel Tunnel is only 11 miles from there. The Cinque Port town of Tenterden and market town of Ashford are close by, both offering a comprehensive range of shopping facilities including supermarkets, banks, restaurants, public houses and many nationally known names and local specialist shops. There is a wide selection of schools, leisure and health facilities in the area.

Directions: = TN27 0RE / What3Words = info.gymnasium.managed

Council Tax: Band F (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to

Local Authority: Ashford Borough Council - . Kent County Council -

Services: Oil heating, mains water, electricity and shared septic tank drainage. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to

Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.

Additional Property Notes: The property has had previous treatment for dry rot/wet rot/damp, vendor currently waiting for the damp proof certificate to come through. Property is of traditional construction with weather boarding. Parking is available on street opposite the property. There is a step up into the property and a step down into the garden. There is an internal staircase to the living room and 1 of the bedrooms. 
                   
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Band: F
LISTED PROPERTYA property designated as being of architectural or historical interest, with additional obligations imposed upon the owner.Read more about listed properties in our glossary page.
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PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
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ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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The Oast House, Smarden Road, Pluckley

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  • Pluckley Station1.0 miles
  • Charing Station3.3 miles
  • Lenham Station4.7 miles
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