Property description

Surrounded by rolling countryside near Birchington is the charming hamlet of Acol. It is one of the smallest communities in Kent but includes a church and a village green. Hidden behind the road through the village is the Dilnot Lane complex of original farm building conversions and a number of modern properties built around 2000. These newer houses have been constructed using reclaimed materials to maintain the style of the older conversions so they meld effortlessly into the environment. This property is one such property and this delightful and unusual four bedroom detached family home has the wonderful combination of period character coupled to modern facilities.

Driving up to the property you are immediately aware, being the last property at the end of the lane, how safe the whole area is for children and pets. The enormous window adjacent to the wooden front door gives the immediate impression of light and space that is reinforced the moment you cross the threshold.

There are beautiful honey-coloured pine doors throughout the house and all the downstairs rooms including the large hall have beautiful solid pine floors. From the hall there are double doors through to the formal dining room that, when open, create an even greater feeling of spaciousness. There is a large and well proportioned kitchen/breakfast room with an adjacent fitted utility room. The kitchen includes an American style fridge/freezer and a Range cooker. Both the sitting room and dining room have virtually floor to ceiling windows and the sitting room has French doors to the garden. As well as offering delightful views of the garden there are also double doors between these two rooms, giving a large overall space for entertaining. Furthermore there is a cloakroom and a good sized office with French doors out to the front garden – an ideal spot for anyone who wants to work from home or could be used as a snug family sitting room.

Upstairs, the master bedroom includes a large en-suite with a corner bath and a bidet, and the family bathroom has both a bath and a shower.

What the Owner says:

“We fell in love with the house the very first time we saw it 7 years ago. Given the choice we would like to pick up our home and move it to where we are going to live. The property has an open and airy atmosphere throughout and the many windows provide ample light summer and winter which has always lifted our spirits coming home after long days at work. We both used to work in Sandwich so Acol was very convenient, however our business activities are now more focussed in Reigate and Cambridge and the regular commute from Acol is too long. Sadly we have decided we will have to live nearer to our work.
It has been a great family home and the neighbourhood is fantastic. . There are children of all ages living close by and we have always felt it is a safe and protected community for our children. Even when we are away there are always nearby friends and neighbours willing to keep an eye on the house. In fact the whole village community is very friendly and we enjoy a number of activities in the village hall. Over the years we have had lots of get-togethers at the house and barbecues in the garden. In the games room above the garage our two sons have enjoyed entertaining their friends and university chums – they have been able to make plenty of noise without disturbing anyone.

 
The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose.

Property Info:

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