4 Killick Cottages, Benover Road, Yalding, Kent, ME18 6EW THIS DECEPTIVELY SPACIOUS COTTAGE HAS NOT FLOODED! A beautifully presented, mid-terraced, Grade II listed cottage sitting in a glorious location, set back from the road and in the centre of the village. Recently renovated, the cottage is sure to attract attention quickly. The sitting room is blessed with a stunning inglenook fireplace inset with a wood burning stove along with oak beams and an oak floor. The kitchen is fitted with wooden units, enjoying access and views over the courtyard garden at the rear. Up on the first floor there is a double bedroom with ample storage, along with a good size family bathroom with views to the rear and on the second floor you will discover another double bedroom with views to the front. Ideal for first time buyers, an investment cottage or even people for looking to downsize within the village. PRICE GUIDELINE: 249,000 FREEHOLD
LOCATION: This beautiful cottage sits back from the road in the charming village of Yalding, which offers a friendly and well stocked general stores, a small library, Indian restaurant, 2 country inns, a doctor s surgery and a Post Office. The old church sits adjacent to the longest surviving Grade I Listed medieval bridge in Kent, still in everyday use for pedestrians and vehicles alike. Paddock Wood offers further and more comprehensive shopping and banking facilities, as well as a railway station providing regular services into London. The County town of Maidstone is within easy driving distance and has excellent shopping, recreational and educational facilities. The M20 and M25 provide links to the coast and motorway network. Maidstone is served by 15 secondary schools, 23 primary schools, and two special schools. Non-selective secondary schools include Cornwallis Academy, Maplesden Noakes, New Line Learning Academy, St Augustine Academy, St. Simon Stock School and Valley Park School. Grammar schools serving the town include Invicta Grammar School, Maidstone Grammar School, and Maidstone Grammar School for Girls and Oakwood Park Grammar School. AGENT S NOTES: This wonderful cottage is bound to appeal to plenty. Offering a great location, within the village and just a short stroll from the local amenities. Recently renovated, the property is warm and inviting from the moment you enter the door, tastefully presented throughout. The current vendors and the previous vendors confirmed that the cottage has never flooded to their knowledge. The cottage floor has been raised and the cottage is insured with through AXA. From the road, a pathway leads to a solid wooden door which opens into the: SITTING ROOM: 12'3 x 11'9 (3.74 x 3.58) to the furthest point. Ceiling height: 6 8 (2.04) to the highest point. The warmth from the beautiful log burner, sat within the brick inglenook with bresummer beam over makes this a welcoming room to be envied. The room is light and bright with a window to the front. Wonderful exposed oak floor and beams to the ceiling. Wooden latch doors lead into the kitchen and to the staircase. Various power points. TV point. Radiator. KITCHEN: 14'9 x 6'8 (4.50 x 2.03) to the furthest point. Ceiling height: 6 8 (2.04) to the highest point. A wonderful space fitted with wooden wall and base units with a wooden work surface over and a pantry cupboard. There is a butler sink with a stainless steel mixer tap over, a washing machine, fridge and an electric oven with hob. There is also space for a freezer in the pantry cupboard. A beautiful stone floor contrasts perfectly against the tiled splashback. Two windows with views over the garden to the rear, a half glazed door provides access. Various power points. Radiator.
Returning to the sitting room, the wooden latch door opens to reveal the staircase which ascends to the first floor landing. FIRST FLOOR LANDING: 12 4 x 5 10 (3.78 x 1.78) to the furthest point. Ceiling height: 6 8 (2.04) to the highest point. Upstairs, the charm and quality of this wonderful cottage continues and the landing provides space for a small work desk. Exposed wooden floor and beams to the ceiling. Shelving. Wall lights. Radiator. Wooden doors lead into the family bathroom, master bedroom and to the staircase which ascends to the second bedroom. MASTER BEDROOM: 12'7 x 9'3 (3.84 x 2.82) to the furthest point. Ceiling height: 6 8 (2.04) to the highest point. A beautiful double bedroom with a window to the front. Various power points. Exposed wooden floor and beams to the ceiling. Storage cupboard and a wonderful storage room 5 10 x 4 11 (1.78 x 1.52). Various power points. TV point. Radiator. FAMILY BATHROOM: 9'7 x 6'9 (2.92 x 2.06) to the furthest point. Ceiling height: 7 4 (2.26) to the highest point. A suite comprising: a low level WC, wash hand basin, bath with a shower over and a heated towel rail. Tiling to half the walls. A airing cupboard houses the boiler and the water tank. Exposed wooden floor. Window to the rear. BEDROOM 2: 11'6 x 10'0 (3.51 x 3.05) to the furthest point. Ceiling height: 6 0 (1.84) to the highest point. Situated on the second floor, this light and bright double bedroom boasts views to the front. There are 2 storage cupboards. Beams to the ceiling. Various power points. TV point. Radiator. Various power points. TV point. Radiator. EXTERNALLY: Garden size: 21 x 15 3 (6.42 x 4.65). Currently paved, this surprising courtyard enjoys the evening sun; perfect for entertaining! The current vendors have a corner shed of approx. 6 6 x 6 6 (2.0 x 2.0). There is also a gate which provides rear access. SERVICES: Mains drainage, electricity, gas and mains water. BT phone and Sky broadband. LOCAL AUTHORITY: Maidstone Borough Council. Council tax band D. DIRECTIONS: From our office in Horsmonden, travel north on the Maidstone Road towards Yalding for 6.6 miles. As you enter the village, just after Lyngs Close, Killick Cottages will be on your left.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Country Property Group provides these particulars in good faith for guidance purposes only. We wish to stress that The Country Property Group is unable to measure the Land on offer in order to confirm the exact acreage and therefore requests all potential purchasers to satisfy themselves prior to entering into negotiations. Please note we have not conducted a structural survey of the property nor have we tested any of the heating, drainage, services, fittings or sanitary items in this property. VIEWING: All viewings by prior appointment through The Country Property Group on 01580 211888 (Goudhurst, The Country Property Group) 01892 724488 (Horsmonden, Country Cottages) 01892 724949 (Country Equestrian Property) or 0207 4098348 (Mayfair, London). A member of the team will conduct all viewings, whether or not the Vendors are in residence. For your convenience, we always carry a tape measure and we would be delighted to double-check any measurements for you during any viewing. As a matter of policy once an offer made on a property has been accepted, we like, where possible to encourage buyers to attend the premises again with us so that all property particulars can be meticulously double-checked prior to any interested party incurring any professional expenses. For instant access to all our current instructions, including floor plans and lots of colour Photographs, please visit our website at www.countrypropertygroup.com - updated daily PROP2145