Spacious five bed detached home with self-contained annexe, large garden, double garage, solar panels, and character features. Ideal village location near schools, amenities, and transport links.

This substantial five bedroom detached family home, originally dating back to the 1890s with sympathetic additions during the 1960s/70s, offers an exceptional opportunity to acquire a characterful property that has been lovingly maintained and enjoyed by the current owners for the past 24 years. During their ownership, the property has been a truly cherished family home, filled with warmth, character and practicality, perfectly suited to modern family living whilst retaining many attractive original features and a welcoming atmosphere throughout.

Set behind a generous driveway providing parking for several vehicles and access to the double garage with electric door, the property immediately offers a sense of space and privacy. Internally, the accommodation is both versatile and spacious, with an excellent flow between the living areas, making it ideal for both everyday family life and entertaining guests.

The entrance porch provides a practical and welcoming introduction to the home, leading through into the bright and airy dual aspect lounge. This impressive reception room benefits from an abundance of natural light thanks to its double aspect windows and enjoys lovely views over the garden. A charming log burner creates a cosy focal point, making this a perfect room to relax in throughout the seasons. Patio doors provide direct access to the rear garden and adjoining snug, enhancing the sociable layout of the ground floor accommodation.

The snug offers a wonderful additional reception space bursting with character, featuring attractive parquet flooring, a feature fireplace and a beautiful exposed brick seating area that adds charm and individuality to the room. Large rear windows overlook the established garden, creating a peaceful and relaxing environment.

Without question, the true heart and hub of this wonderful home is the spacious country-style kitchen/dining room. Designed with family living in mind, this generous space has clearly been the centre of daily life for many years and offers the perfect setting for cooking, dining and entertaining. The kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units, laminate work surfaces and a charming feature brick wall which enhances the property’s character. A traditional Rayburn Nouvelle Aga provides warmth and rustic appeal, complemented by an additional electric oven and ample space for further appliances including a washing machine, dishwasher and fridge freezer. The ceramic one and a half bowl sink, luxury vinyl tiled flooring and generous dining space combine practicality with style, creating a room perfectly suited to modern family life.

The ground floor further benefits from a versatile fifth bedroom or study, ideal for those working from home, alongside a well-appointed cloakroom fitted with underfloor heating, luxury vinyl tiled flooring, low level WC and hand basin. The family bathroom has also been thoughtfully designed and benefits from underfloor heating, creating a luxurious feel. Featuring a bath with handheld shower attachment, separate shower cubicle with electric shower, his and hers sinks with built in storage beneath and heated towel rail, the bathroom perfectly balances comfort and practicality for busy family life.

To the first floor, the impressive principal bedroom enjoys triple aspect windows allowing natural light to flood the room throughout the day. Fitted wooden shutters, bespoke built in wardrobes and vanity dressing table, feature brick walling and generous proportions create an elegant and relaxing retreat. The room is further complemented by an en-suite shower room with electric shower, WC, hand basin with built in storage and heated towel rail. Three further bedrooms provide excellent accommodation for family members or guests, all benefitting from double glazed windows and radiators.

Externally, the property continues to impress with its beautifully established southerly facing rear garden. Lovingly cared for over many years, the garden is predominantly laid to lawn with an abundance of mature flowers, shrubs and trees creating colour, privacy and interest throughout the seasons. A large patio area provides the ideal space for summer barbecues and outdoor entertaining, whilst raised flower and strawberry planters further enhance the family-friendly appeal of the outdoor space.

An additional standout feature of the property is the self-contained one bedroom annex, offering excellent flexibility and enormous potential. Subject to any necessary planning permissions or consents, the annex could provide a fantastic Airbnb opportunity, ideal for generating supplementary income. Equally, it would suit those seeking multi-generational living accommodation or anyone requiring a dedicated work from home space such as a beauty room, hair salon, treatment room or home office. The annex benefits from triple glazed windows, kitchenette facilities, shower room and independent accommodation, making it an extremely valuable addition to the property.

Further benefits include owned solar panels which not only help reduce energy costs but currently generate an additional income for the owners, with payments of approximately £200 received twice yearly. The property also benefits from oil fired central heating, partially boarded loft space with fitted ladder and lighting, and extensive storage throughout.

The property is ideally located within easy reach of both Charing and Challock, making it particularly attractive to families. Challock Primary School is highly regarded locally and benefits from an outstanding Ofsted report, further enhancing the area’s strong family appeal. Charing itself offers an excellent range of local amenities including a doctors surgery, village shops, public houses, cafés and everyday conveniences, all contributing to the welcoming village atmosphere.

For commuters, Charing railway station provides convenient rail links to London and surrounding areas, whilst excellent road connections offer easy access to Ashford, Canterbury and the wider motorway network. The surrounding countryside provides beautiful walks and outdoor pursuits, allowing residents to enjoy the best of village and semi-rural living whilst still benefiting from excellent local amenities and transport connections.

Entrance Porch
Welcoming entrance porch with tiled flooring, radiator and space for coats and shoes, creating a practical entrance to the home.

Living Room 19' 7" x 13' 5" (5.97m x 4.09m)
A wonderfully bright and spacious dual aspect lounge featuring a charming log burner, fitted carpet and radiators. Patio doors provide direct access to the garden and snug, allowing for excellent indoor/outdoor living and entertaining.

Snug 10' 6" x 9' 8" (3.20m x 2.95m)
A cosy and characterful reception room with attractive parquet flooring, feature fireplace and a pretty exposed brick seating area. Large rear window overlooking the garden.

Bedroom 13' 4" x 9' 9" (4.06m x 2.97m)
Versatile ground floor room with double glazed window to the front aspect, fitted carpet and radiator. Ideal as a fifth bedroom, home office or playroom.

Kitchen / diner 19' 5" x 16' 5" (5.92m x 5.00m)
Undoubtedly the hub of the home, this generous country-style kitchen/diner offers an excellent range of wall and base units with laminate worktops and feature brick walling. Fitted with a ceramic one and a half bowl sink with drainer, Rayburn Nouvelle Aga, additional electric oven and space for a washing machine, dishwasher and fridge freezer. Finished with luxury vinyl tiled flooring and ample space for family dining and entertaining.

Bathroom
Well-appointed family bathroom fitted with a panelled bath and handheld shower attachment, separate shower cubicle with electric shower, his and hers sinks with built in storage beneath and heated towel rail. Double aspect obscured windows provide natural light whilst maintaining privacy. Finished with luxury vinyl tiled flooring and underfloor heating.

Cloakroom
Comprising low level WC and hand basin with half tiled walls, luxury vinyl tiles and underfloor heating, obscured window to the front aspect.

Master Bedroom 14' 8" x 11' 5" (4.47m x 3.48m)
An impressive triple aspect principal bedroom flooded with natural light and benefitting from Thomas Sanderson fitted wooden shutters. Features Hammonds bespoke built in wardrobes and vanity dressing table, feature brick wall, fitted carpet, spotlights and radiators

Ensuite
Comprising double shower cubicle with electric shower, WC and hand basin with built in storage, heated towel rail, half tiled walls and window.

Bedroom 14' 8" x 7' 6" (4.47m x 2.28m)
Good sized double bedroom with fitted carpet, double glazed window.

Bedroom 11' 0" x 7' 6" (3.35m x 2.29m)
Double bedroom with fitted carpet, radiator and double glazed window.

Bedroom 10' 4" x 7' 2" (3.15m x 2.18m)
Double bedroom with fitted carpet, radiator and double glazed window and loft access.

Garage 19' 5" x 17' 6" (5.92m x 5.33m)
To the front, there is a generous driveway providing off road parking for approximately four vehicles and access to the double garage with electric door.

Annex
Annex / Studio
Offering excellent potential for multi-generational living, Airbnb use (subject to relevant consents) or a home business such as a beautician or hair salon, the self-contained annex benefits from triple glazed windows and comprises:
Bedroom / lounge area with carpet and storage heaters
Kitchenette with sink and built in Russell Hobbs microwave oven
Shower room with electric shower cubicle
Low level WC and hand basin with built in storage
The annex also benefits from its own septic tank pit.