Durlock Road, Canterbury CT3

Property Details: - Type: Detached house - Bedrooms: 5 - Bathrooms: 2

Agent: Finn's - Canterbury Phone: 01227 469201

The Rookery is an extremely rare opportunity to purchase a substantial detached five bedroom farmhouse, complete with a plot of land to the left-hand side with full planning permission granted for the erection of a new four-bedroom detached home, plus an additional 9.3 acres of agricultural land to the rear. <br/><br/>Set along a quiet country lane and surrounded by beautiful open countryside and farmland, this unique offering provides exceptional potential for multi-generational living, those looking to build their own home, investment, or those seeking a rural lifestyle with extensive grounds.<br/><br/>The Rookery is a charming and characterful farmhouse offering spacious and versatile accommodation, with ample scope to modernise and create a home tailored to individual tastes while retaining its rustic appeal. With far-reaching countryside views and generous internal spaces, the property has all the potential to become a truly stunning family home.<br/><br/>The inclusion of the adjoining plot - with full planning permission already granted for a new-build four-bedroom detached home adds significant value and opportunity. Whether developed for family use or future investment, this is a noteworthy asset rarely found alongside an established farmhouse. <br/><br/>The property also includes 9.3 acres of agricultural land to the rear, which forms part of the same title and lies directly behind the farmhouse.<br/><br/>Staple is a delightful rural village with a strong sense of community. Its historic Saxon church, active village hall with events such as the ever-popular Staple Country Fayre and The Black Pig pub & restaurant all contribute to its welcoming charm. The surrounding countryside offers miles of walking routes and unspoilt scenery.<br/><br/>Nearby larger villages, including Ash and Wingham, provide a range of amenities such as a general store, doctor and dentist surgeries, pharmacy, and newsagents. Well-regarded primary schools can be found in Wingham, Goodnestone, and Ash, while both Sandwich and Canterbury offer excellent Grammar and private secondary schooling options.<br/><br/>Opportunities of this calibre in the village of Staple are exceptionally rare - making The Rookery, with its additional building plot and extensive land, a truly remarkable and exciting prospect.<br/><br/>Full details of the planning can be found on the Dover Council planning portal under reference DOV/21/01714 (S73) or by searching the post code: CT3 1JU<br/><br/>Agent’s Note: An overage is applied to the agricultural land to the rear for 25 years for 25% of the uplift in value if the land were ever to be residentially or commercially developed.<br/><br/>