Wheelwrights Cottages, Lewson Street, Norton, Sittingbourne, Kent

Step into the timeless charm of this Grade II listed 'chocolate box cottage', perfectly situated in the picturesque village of Norton. Brimming with character and steeped in history, this captivating period home invites you to experience a sense of warmth and beauty that radiates from every room.

Lovingly maintained and enhanced by the current owners, the property offers beautiful country cottage gardens to the front and rear. A detached garage and spacious driveway provide ample parking for several vehicles.

Upon entering, an entrance hall welcomes you to a cosy lounge featuring a stunning inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove and beamed ceilings. French doors open out to the garden patio, while a staircase leads to the first floor. The inviting dining room, complete with its own fireplace, flows into the study and a light-filled farmhouse kitchen/breakfast room. The kitchen boasts shaker-style cabinetry, a range cooker, and dual aspect windows that bathe the space in natural light. A convenient W.C. completes the ground floor.

Upstairs, you’ll find three well-proportioned double bedrooms, with two sharing a charming Jack and Jill en-suite shower room, and a family bathroom offering a luxurious four-piece suite, including a roll-top bath and separate shower. The master bedroom also benefits from fitted wardrobes.

Outside, a delightful patio area overlooks the south-westerly garden, largely laid to lawn and beautifully stocked with shrubs, perennials, and bee and butterfly friendly plants. A wooden shed provides ample storage, while the insulated summer house has been used as a home office, it presents the perfect retreat for enjoying the garden or indulging in hobbies. The timber garage, with a tiled roof and barn doors, was built in 2018 and is equipped with power and lighting. Double gates provide access to the front drive.

Located within a conservation area in the charming village of Norton, this home benefits from a local pub, village hall, church, and sports club. Situated just south of the A2, between Faversham and Sittingbourne, both towns offer an array of shops, cafes, and restaurants, along with high-speed rail links to London St. Pancras. The M2 is accessible via Junction 5 or 6, offering convenient road links to London, the M25, and the coastal towns of East Kent. Highly regarded schools can be found in both Sittingbourne and Faversham.

Utility Service Information:

This property is connected to some mains utility services, including water supply, electricity, and telephone. The central heating is powered by an on-site oil tank, while the range cooker operates on LPG bottled gas. Waste management is handled through a cesspit system.

Identification Checks:

In compliance with Anti-Money Laundering Regulation (AML), it is imperative that we conduct thorough identification checks for every purchaser. These checks will be facilitated by a trusted third-party provider, incurring a fee of £30 including VAT per purchase. Please be advised that this fee is payable in advance and is non-refundable. Kindly note that we are unable to issue a memorandum of sale until these statutory obligations have been diligently met.
Council tax band: D