9 West Cross, Tenterden, TN30

This exceptional period property is Grade II Listed of special architectural importance and still retains the name reflecting its well documented history.   With its handsome façade, Chancery House is believed to date back to the Georgian era with later additions and typical of a house of this great age, it retains an abundance of features including skirting boards, sash and bay windows, wall panelling, open fireplaces and exposed floorboards. The generous, light-filled rooms have high ceilings, blending the original   charm and character seamlessly with quality fixtures and fittings to create this impressive family home as it is today . A particular feature are the well-stocked wrap-around gardens landscaped to provide areas of lawn interspersed with mature beds of specimen plants with courtyard gardens providing a good deal of privacy with areas to sit, relax and entertain with a swimming pool enclosed in charming walled and paved surrounds.  The impressive detached former Coach House provides double garaging with a very use first floor Studio ideal for parties, hobbies and working from home.

Entrance hall and reception rooms

GROUND FLOOR As you step through the front door you are greeted by a welcoming Entrance Hall with exposed floorboards, a charming staircase leads to the first floor, setting the tone for the elegance that awaits within. From the entrance hall there is access to the main reception rooms including the stunning, double-aspect DRAWING ROOM with a feature bay window to the front, charming open fireplace being the focal point of the room being an ideal room for formal gatherings or quiet evenings. A lovely well-proportioned DINING ROOM with a wonderful, open fireplace provides ample space for dining or simply relaxing with French doors opening to the side garden and a fascinating internal feature window. The large INNER HALLWAY provides a light, versatile living space with door to rear terrace and garden.

Kitchen, breakfast room, utility room and cellar

A secondary staircase gives access to the first-floor. The spacious double aspect KITCHEN comprises a large, central island with ample storage space under, gas fired Aga in brick recess, separate gas hob and electric oven and range worksurfaces, drawers and cupboards. Buit in fridge freezer. The adjacent BREAKFAST / FAMILY ROOM is another flexible room with windows to each side and further access to the garden. Door to CLOAKROOM. From the main entrance and INNER HALL there is access to a very useful UTILITY ROOM with space appliances including washing machine and tumble dryer with good storage space. A further door from the inner hall also leads down the very good size and useful CELLAR with power and light connected.

First floor landing, principal and guest bedrooms

The impressive FIRST LANDING serves TWO ELEGANT DOUBLE BEDROOMS, one with EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM and both of wonderful proportions with delightful period fireplaces and built in wardrobe / storage cupboards. From the landing a door leads to FAMILY BATHROOM with smart white suite with free standing central bath and separate w.c.

Second floor

From the main landing, a further staircase leads up to SECOND FLOOR where you will find THREE FURTHER BEDROOMS and large SHOWER ROOM, all presented in light stylish décor.

Bedroom

A secondary staircase from the ground floor leads to a split level, double aspect Fifth Bedroom with beamed walls and ceiling, built in storage and en-suite Shower Room. Stairs to the second floor.

Outside

A pedestrian gate from the High Street opens to the front with steps up to the entrance door with semi-circular window above. From the side of the house there is a shared driveway with gated access to the parking area to the rear. The meticulously maintained gardens feature beautifully manicured flower beds and borders, lawned areas and courtyard garden and paved terraces which provide places ideal for al fresco dining and extended summer evenings. At the rear of the garden is a delightful heated outdoor swimming pool, which serves as a focal point for relaxation and entertainment.

Outside

The impressive detached outbuilding which we understand was formerly the COACH HOUSE provides two doors providing vehicular access, power and light and area for pool equipment. The spacious first floor studio provides many opportunities for a number of purposes, subject to any necessary planning consent, including music, working from home, workshop and art studio. SERVICES Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Local Authority : Ashford Borough Council Viewing by appointment through WarnerGray

Services

Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage. Local Authority : Ashford Borough Council Viewing by appointment through WarnerGray