An impressive portion of this striking Grade II listed Regency Georgian villa in the charming and sought after village of Pembury.
Found in this prominent position on the pretty green in Pembury, this substantial portion of this regency villa provides generous accommodation arranged over three floors enjoying an abundance of period features throughout including tall ceilings, deep skirtings, a selection of Regency and sash-style windows and reconditioned traditional radiators throughout.
The carriage driveway with mature hedging to the front provides a level of privacy and gives access to both the front door and garden via a gateway. Steps rise to the front door opening to the impressive entrance hall and giving access to the ground floor accommodation.
The sitting room is generous in size and boasts floor to ceiling Regency windows fitted with what is believed to be the original wooden shutters, together with an open fireplace with a marble surround and a decorative archway which leads into a secondary reception area, continuing out to the terrace and garden beyond. The dining room also benefits from good proportions, matching shutters, and enjoys a decorative fireplace with a detailed wooden surround, offering an ideal space for entertaining friends.
The kitchen is fitted with a range of shaker-style cabinets topped with granite worksurfaces encasing a twin Belfast sink and providing plentiful storage and preparation space. Integrated appliances include a fridge and a dishwasher, with space for a fridge, freezer, washing machine and dryer in the adjoining utility room, which is conveniently fitted with a secondary Belfast sink.
There is a further flexible reception room which is currently arranged as a study providing comfortable space for todays working from home requirements. A WC completes the ground floor accommodation.
From the entrance hall, the mahogany railed staircase rises past an intricate stained-glass window to the first floor, which is home to the principal bedroom with its impressive vaulted ceiling and a bank of fitted wardrobes, enjoying views to the village green with its events held throughout the year. There are three further bedrooms, two of which benefit from an adjoining Jack and Jill bathroom. There is a further, stylish family bathroom with Villeroy & Boch sanitary ware and remote-control shower and bath systems with pre-set temperature settings, together with a wide sink and a WC.
The lower ground floor is home to a cellar, which is of a good-size and with good ceiling heights, this can be accessed both externally from the courtyard and internally from the entrance hall.
Outside, the much-loved garden has a brick paved terrace leading to a raised, paved, seating area that is ideal for entertaining friends and family. The lawned garden is bordered with a range of mature plants and shrubs including sweet peas, dahlias, and roses, leading to a further more enclosed terrace. Steps and a pathway lower to the storage shed, greenhouse and log store, with a gate opening to the carriage driveway providing parking for several cars.
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You cannot help but be charmed and impressed by this elegant village house. The position, the handsome façade, the welcoming atmosphere, the features and proportions all combine to create a unique and special home.
Natasha SelbieProperty agent