The Street, Smarden

Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 4 - Bathrooms: 2

Agent: Sandersons UK - Ashford Phone: 01233 526919

<p><strong>Property Description: </strong>Guide Price £700,000 - £750,000.<strong> </strong>Backing directly onto the village pond in the heart of Smarden, this substantial detached house combines a wonderfully central village setting with just over 2,150 square feet of beautifully refurbished family accommodation. Four double bedrooms, generous reception space, a detached garage and private garden make this a particularly complete home, while the village's shops, pubs, primary school and countryside walks are all close at hand.</p><p><br/></p><p>The house has a distinctive character from the outset, with its traditional weatherboarded exterior sitting comfortably within its leafy surroundings. Inside, the refurbishment has created a lighter, more contemporary home while retaining details that give the property warmth and individuality.</p><p><br/></p><p>The kitchen/breakfast room is a particularly attractive space, fitted with Shaker-style cabinetry, extensive granite work surfaces and a substantial range cooker. A central peninsula provides additional preparation space and informal seating, while the adjoining utility room keeps laundry and household appliances separate from the main kitchen. There is an excellent choice of reception space. The substantial living room is filled with natural light from windows across the front and side and has plenty of room for several seating areas. A wood-burning stove provides a natural focal point, while French doors connect the room with the adjoining dining/sitting room. This second reception room is equally versatile, with space for a large dining table alongside further relaxed seating. Glazed doors open directly onto the garden, making this an especially useful room when entertaining and creating an easy connection between the house and outside space.</p><p><br/></p><p>The entrance hall itself is sufficiently generous to incorporate a study area, providing somewhere to work from home without taking over one of the bedrooms. A ground-floor cloakroom completes this level.</p><p><br/></p><p>Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms, all with fitted wardrobes. The principal bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a separate shower room. The bathrooms complement the character of the house particularly well, with the principal en-suite featuring a freestanding roll-top bath alongside a separate shower.</p><p><br/></p><p>There is also a substantial loft extending across much of the footprint of the house. The vendors believe this could provide scope for additional accommodation, and a future owner may wish to explore the possibility of a loft conversion, subject to structural suitability and the necessary planning and building consents.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Outside: </strong>Outside, the garden has been arranged to keep maintenance relatively straightforward, with a broad paved terrace providing plenty of room for outdoor dining and seating. Mature trees and planting create a wonderfully leafy backdrop, while the village pond runs immediately behind the property and gives the setting a character that is difficult to replicate. A summer house is divided into two useful spaces, providing scope for a home office, studio, hobbies or garden storage. To the side, a private driveway approached through a five-bar gate provides off-road parking for several vehicles and leads to the detached garage. Pedestrian access is available on both sides of the house.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Location: </strong>Smarden is an attractive and historic village set within the borough of Ashford Borough, renowned for its timber-framed buildings, village green and strong community atmosphere. The village offers everyday amenities including a shop, a primary school, several pubs and St Michael's Church. Surrounded by open countryside, Smarden enjoys a peaceful rural setting whilst remaining conveniently positioned for wider facilities. The nearby village of Headcorn is just 2.8 miles away and provides a range of additional shopping, leisure and schooling facilities and a mainline railway station with services to London and Ashford International. Ashford Town is 11 miles away s a thriving and well connected town that blends countryside charm with modern convenience. Located in the heart of the Garden of England, it offers superb transport links, including high-speed rail from Ashford International to London St Pancras in under 40 minutes and easy access to the M20. The town features a wide range of amenities such as the Ashford Designer Outlet, a vibrant town centre, and a growing selection of restaurants and cafes. Families benefit from excellent local schools and green spaces like Victoria Park, while the nearby Kent Downs provides stunning countryside. With ongoing investment and development, Ashford is an increasingly popular choice for commuters, families, and investors alike.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Directions: </strong>SatNav = TN27 8NA / What3Words = <a target="_blank" href="https://what3words.com/flagpole.repeats.proved">flagpole.repeats.proved</a></p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Council Tax: </strong>Band G (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Local Authority:</strong> Ashford Borough Council[use Contact Agent Button]. Kent County Council[use Contact Agent Button].</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Services: </strong>Oil fired central heating, mains water, drainage and electricity. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to an online checker. </p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Tenure: </strong>This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion. </p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Disclaimer: </strong>Sandersons and their clients state that these details are for general guidance only and accuracy cannot be guaranteed. They do not form any part of any contract. All measurements are approximate, and floor plans are for general indication only and are not measured accurate drawings. No guarantees are given with any mentioned planning permission or fitness for purpose. No appliances, equipment, fixture or fitting has been tested by us and items shown in photographs are not necessarily included. Buyers must satisfy themselves on all matters by inspection or through the conveyancing process.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Identity verification: </strong>Please note, Sandersons UK are obligated by law to undertake Anti Money Laundering (AML) Regulations checks on any purchaser who has an offer accepted on a property. We are required to use a specialist third party service to verify your identity. The cost of these checks is £60 inc.VAT per property and accepted offer. This is payable at the point an offer is accepted and our purchaser information form is completed, prior to issuing Memorandum of Sales to both parties respective conveyancing solicitors. This is a legal requirement and the charge is non-refundable.</p><p><br/></p><p><strong>Additional Property Notes:</strong> The property is of traditional construction and has had no adaptions for accessibility. There is a garage and driveway parking for several vehicles next to the property.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Register for new listings before the portal launch sandersonsuk.com/register </strong></p><p><br/></p>