Beech Bank, Duckpit Road, , Beech Bank reception hall off which is the sitting room, a cosy room to read a book in! Duckpit Road, Double doors from the main hall open into the wonderful open plan reception space. This Petham has been created by the addition, in 2020, of a fabulous oak and glazed full height garden Kent CT4 5QA room. The space is divided into three distinct area with the drawing room being a traditional A country house of real stature and timbered room with a magnificent inglenook quality sublimely set in the folds of the fireplace as the focal point. (It is worth just taking a moment to look at the external with outstanding unspoilt brickwork of the chimney which is, in itself, a views masterclass of brick laying. The drawing room leads directly into a dual-purpose galleried M20 (Junction 11) 7.9 miles, room, with a dining area at the rear and the West station 8.2 (London St Pancras from main space given over to further seating. 56 minutes), Eurotunnel Le Shuttle 11 miles With bi-fold doors, the garden and this room (Coquelles 35 minutes), Ashford International blend seamlessly into each other, above all station 11.9 miles (London St Pancras from 36 taking absolute full advantage of the stunning minutes) southerly views. Reception hall | Drawing room | Dining room | A door from the dining room leads into the Garden room | Sitting room | Kitchen/breakfast farmhouse kitchen. A custom-built oak and room | Utility | Cloakroom | Principal bedroom painted kitchen by the much respected local with en suite shower room | 4 Further bedrooms firm of Thoroughly Wood. There is masses (1 en suite) | Family bathroom | Balcony | of space for a table and chairs for family Cottage | Barn | Garden and grounds | Pond | dining . There are plenty of wall and floor EPC rating D | In all about 3 acres cupboards with extensive granite work surfaces over. Either a range cooker or an( Esse or The property Stanley?) rangemaster provide ample cooking Beech Bank is one of the most outstanding opportunities. A cloakroom and utility room country houses in the Canterbury area. The complete the ground floor accommodation. current owners have used their vision and skill to create a home of real distinction and A turned wooden staircase leads to the first character, taking full advantage of the unique floor where the principal balconied bedroom and special environment in which it sits. occupies pride of place at the end of the passage with an en suite shower room. There Approached down a quiet, tree lined country are four further bedrooms and two bathrooms lane Beech Bank sits on rising ground and has (one en suite) on this floor. wonderful views up and down the valley. The house has been extensively refurbished and The Cottage extended with care and craftsmanship, this Situated across the courtyard, The Cottage is a being immediately obvious on arrival from the pretty brick and timbered building comprising: patterned brick and timbered main façade. a reception room, cloakroom, kitchen, bedroom From the front door a winding series of brick and en suite bathroom. This would provide an and timber steps leads into the hall. To the ideal bolt-hole for visiting guests, or a self- left is an occasional bedroom with en suite contained annexe for a dependent relative. bathroom. The main hall them leads to a larger

Outside The gardens make a magical and fitting setting for this house. A series of brick paths meander past well stocked herbaceous beds. Extensive lawns have a wisteria and laburnum clad walkway which in turn leads to the generous pond with a jetty and a waterfall. An area of orchard and indigenous trees lead to the monkey house.

Immediately to the rear of the house is a fenced paddock. There is a large adjacent barn.

A French style archway leads through the house to a large parking area to the rear, and also acts as a car port.

Location Situated to the south of Canterbury, the picturesque village of Petham benefits from a primary school, church and active community village hall. The surrounding countryside is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, providing a lovely environment for walking, riding and cycling. Bridge village is close by and offers a health centre, dental surgery, convenience store, post office, butcher and three public houses

The cathedral offers a wide range of cultural, sporting and recreational amenities. In particular, there is a good range of educational facilities, both in the independent and state sectors.

The A2 provides direct dual carriageway access onto the motorway network. Commuters are well served with High-Speed trains from Canterbury West station into London St Pancras (with journey times from 56 minutes) and services to London Victoria and Charing Cross from Canterbury East. The area has good access to the Continent. Beech Bank, Duckpit Road, Petham, Kent Main House internal area 3,241 sq ft (301 sq m) Carport internal area 475 sq ft (44 sq m) Barn internal area 1,962 sq ft (182 sq m) Cottage internal area 1,016 sq ft (94 sq m) Balcony external area = 15 sq ft (1 sq m) For identification purposes only.

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Kitchen/ Bedroom 4 Eaves Breakfast Room 7.31 x 3.46 Sky 5.92 x 5.09 24'0" x 11'4" 5.43 x 4.97 8.12 x 5.49 19'5" x 16'8" 17'10" x 16'4" (Maximum) 26'8" x 18'0" (Maximum)

Boiler Sky Eaves Boiler Sky Kitchen 5.43 x 2.97 Study Sky 5.85 x 2.68 17'10" x 9'9" Utility 19'2" x 8'10" Sky (Maximum) Barn Ground Floor 3.01 x 2.62 Sky Sky Barn First Floor 9'11" x 8'7" Dining Area Eaves 9.54 x 5.05 31'4" x 16'7" Sitting Area (Maximum) Eaves Cottage Ground Floor Cottage First Floor Balcony Eaves Sky Sky Drawing Room 6.63 x 4.87 21'9" x 16'0" (Maximum) Principal Bedroom Carport 5.71 x 5.61 8.06 x 5.47 18'9" x 18'5" 26'5" x 17'11" (Maximum) Bedroom 5 F/P Bedroom 6 3.70 x 3.06 Bedroom 2 Sitting Room 3.88 x 3.37 Bedroom 3 2.51 x 2.48 12'2" x 10'0" 3.84 x 3.66 8'3" x 8'2" (Maximum) 12'9" x 11'1" 3.66 x 3.24 12'7" x 12'0" 12'0" x 10'8" (Maximum) Seat Eaves Eaves First Floor Eaves Ground Floor

The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only. Denotes restricted head height © ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/8467146/VBK Directions From the A2: Exit onto the A2050 towards Bridge and take the first right turn onto Station Road (signposted to and ). Follow the road, joining Bridge Road and after approximately 2 miles, turn left and continue through the village of Street End, before taking the left turn onto Stone Street and the next right onto Town Road. Continue through the village of Petham onto Duckpit Road and after a further 2 miles the property will be found on the left.

General Local Authority: Canterbury City Council (01227 862000) Services: Beech Bank has mains electricity, gas, water, drainage???? TO BE CONFIRMED Council Tax: Band F

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