Charming Thatched Cottage, Teston

£625,000 - £675,000 Guide Price. Double-Fronted Thatched Cottage. Two Elegant Reception Rooms. Ground Floor Bedroom & Bathroom. Charming Minstrel Landing. Vaulted Ceilings. Mature Garden with Patio Area. Detached Garage With Car Port. Excellent Road & Rail Networks.

Fine & Country are delighted to present West Lodge, a truly enchanting former gate house idyllically nestled within the historic grounds of Barham Court.

This unique, double-fronted thatched cottage enjoys a picturesque and peaceful setting, bordered by ancient woodland, a 400-year-old brick wall, and with the parklands of Barham Court quietly unfurling to the side. With roots deep in Kent’s heritage, West Lodge offers a rare opportunity to own a beautiful period home combining timeless charm with modern practicality.

Approached via a generous driveway, the property is framed by its beautifully established gardens, featuring a profusion of mature specimen trees, vibrant seasonal planting, and secluded spaces ideal for peaceful reflection or entertaining. Inside, the home exudes great character, with timber-framed windows and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The country-style kitchen, complete with doors opening directly onto the garden terrace, sets the tone for relaxed everyday living.

The ground floor offers versatile accommodation, including two elegant reception rooms, each enhanced by graceful bay windows and open fireplaces that lend a cosy ambience in the cooler months. A ground floor bedroom and accompanying bathroom add to the flexible layout, while one of the reception rooms could equally serve as a third bedroom if desired, while storage options have been cleverly integrated throughout.
Ascend to the first floor and you’re greeted by a charming minstrel’s landing, leading into a striking primary suite. This entire upper level is dedicated to comfort and retreat, boasting vaulted ceilings, an architecturally pleasing picture window, and the added luxury of an en-suite bathroom.

Outdoors, West Lodge continues to impress. The gardens, lovingly cultivated over the years, are rich with flowering cherry trees, red and white camellias, tulips, and a well-kept lawn, offering both colour and fragrance through the seasons, while a patio area off the kitchen provides the perfect setting for al fresco dining.

Parking & Garaging
A large driveway affords ample parking for numerous vehicles, while a detached, timber-framed garage and a carport provide a secure/ sheltered parking option.

Location
Tucked away at the end of a peaceful lane on the edge of Teston village, this exceptional home enjoys a sense of total seclusion while still being within easy reach of everyday amenities and the nearby county town of Maidstone. Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and retreat to the idyllic semi-rural setting of Teston. Just a short stroll of the village green, boasting a local farm shop, a club, pretty church, village hall and many stunning country walks. Enjoy the award-winning market town of West Malling and the bustling Maidstone, both situated conveniently nearby, offering a diverse array of amenities, boutique shops, fine eateries, gastro pubs and grammar schools.

Additionally, the M20 and M2 motorway networks provide easy access to Bluewater and Lakeside shopping centres, and Gatwick airport, with a choice of mainline railway stations nearby in West and East Malling offering direct links to London and the coast.

West Lodge is more than just a home, it is a sanctuary, waiting to welcome its next custodian.

Freehold
Council Tax Band F
EPC Rating D
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Superfast & Standard Broadband are available at the property, for more information please look online
Property is in a conservation area
Utilities:- Electric / Gas / Mains Water / Mains Drainage / Phone / Broadband