House For Sale £625,000
Description This impressive nearly-new 5-bed detached house is situated in an enviable private road position overlooking woodland in the sought-after Jones Homes 'Appledown Grange' development within easy walking distance of Marden mainline train station and the village amenities. The flexible family living includes a dual aspect open plan kitchen-dining room mirrored in shape and size by a spacious sitting room. There are three double bedrooms on the first floor, the master with a luxury ensuite shower room and a generous family bathroom, plus two further bedrooms and a shower room on the second floor. Furthermore there is a southerly aspect garden, garage and plentiful off road parking. Available with the benefit of no onward chain, internal viewing is an absolute must!
Situation The charming village of Marden is an idyllic example of why Kent is known as the 'Garden of England'. This historic and picturesque area, acclaimed for its apple growing in surrounding pretty orchards makes a pleasant setting to delight in a lifestyle that many can only dream of. Marden has many local amenities including a railway station (easy walking distance), which offers direct trains to heart of London in under an hour. The village itself has a friendly feel with several clubs, sporting societies and a primary school, making it a great location for families with younger children.There's a village farm shop, bakery, pharmacy, and of course a local pub - The Unicorn. Marden's library houses archives from its 1,000-year history. Nature-lovers will appreciate the nearby Marden Meadows – this Site of Special Scientific Interest, with rare plants and animals boasts one of the best remaining examples of unimproved hay meadows in Kent. Marden has good road links to the A229 and A21, which makes for easy access to the vibrant towns of Maidstone, 8 miles to the North, and Tunbridge Wells, 14 miles to the West meaning you're close to everything larger towns have to offer and making it easy to enjoy an ideal mix of country and town living.
Accommodation House Approximate Gross Internal Area: 1631 Sq Ft / 151.5 Sq M.
Entrance hall An inviting entrance with sealed unit double glazed window to side. Stairs to first floor landing with under stairs recess area and built in storage cupboard with shelving, radiator, wood effect flooring. Doors leading off to:-
WC Sealed unit obscure double glazed window to front. Low level wc, wall mounted corner wash hand basin, radiator, extractor fan, wall mounted electric fuse board, radiator, half tiled walls, tiled flooring.
Sitting room 21' 0" x 10' 9" (6.4m x 3.28m) Dual aspect with sealed unit double glazed square bay window to front overlooking woodland and sealed unit double glazed double doors to rear overlooking and giving access to the garden. Stone minster-style fireplace, two radiators, fitted carpet.
Kitchen / diner 21' 0" x 10' 11" (6.4m x 3.33m) A fabulous sociable dining kitchen, beautifully presented in subtle tones to maximise the spacious layout. The room is dual aspect with sealed unit double glazed square bay window to front overlooking woodland and sealed unit double glazed window to rear with aspect over the garden. The kitchen itself is classic, shaker-style fitted cupboards with granite worktops and sleek, polished chrome handles. Neff appliances include five burner hob with stainless steel splash back and extractor hood above, double oven, integrated and concealed dishwasher and fridge freezer. Ceiling down lighters, two radiators, tiled flooring. Door leads to and from the utility room.
Utility room Sealed unit obscure double glazed door to rear giving easy access to and from the garden. Shaker-style units with work surfaces over incorporating stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap over, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, concealed wall mounted Vaillant boiler, built in storage cupboard with shelving, tiled flooring.
First floor landing Sealed unit double glazed window to front overlooking woodland. Built in airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder, built in cupboard with shelving, radiator, fitted carpet. Stairs to second floor landing. Doors leading off to:-
master bedroom 15' 2" x 10' 11" (4.62m x 3.33m) A spacious and comfortable room with sealed unit double glazed window to front enjoying an aspect over woodland. Contemporary fitted wardrobes, radiator, fitted carpet. Door to:-
ensuite shower room Sealed unit obscure double glazed window to rear. A stylish modern suite comprising low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin, double shower with glass screen and shower head over, heated towel rail, mirror fronted wall cabinet, ceiling down lighters, extractor fan, marble tiled walls and flooring.
Bedroom two 10' 9" x 10' 5" (3.28m x 3.18m) Sealed unit double glazed window to rear overlooking the garden. Radiator, fitted carpet.
Bedroom three 10' 9" x 10' 4" (3.28m x 3.15m) Sealed unit double glazed window to front with aspect over woodland. Radiator, fitted carpet.
Family bathroom Sealed unit obscure double glazed window to rear. A stylish modern suite comprising low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin, panelled bath with mixer tap and enclosed oversized shower enclosure with glass doors, large shower head over and hand held shower unit, mirror fronted wall mounted cabinet, heated towel rail, ceiling down lighters, extractor fan, fully tiled walls and flooring.
Second floor landing Built in eaves storage cupboard, radiator, fitted carpet, doors leading off to:-
bedroom four 14' 0" x 13' 8" (4.27m x 4.17m) A delightful room enjoying a dual aspect with sealed unit double glazed window to front overlooking the woodland and window to side. Contemporary fitted wardrobes, two radiators, fitted carpet.
Bedroom five / office 11' 1" x 8' 8" (3.38m x 2.64m) A versatile room with sealed unit double glazed window to front overlooking woodland. Radiator, fitted carpet.
Shower room A stylish modern suite with low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin and glass shower enclosure with shower unit over, heated towel rail, extractor fan, shaver point, ceiling down lighters, fully tiled walls and flooring.
Outside
to the front A generous brick paved driveway provides off road parking for 3 cars in tandem, side access gate leads to and from the rear garden, pretty frontage with flower beds and low maintenance porcelain paved area.
Garage 20' 0" x 10' 3" (6.1m x 3.12m) Approximate Internal Area: 204 Sq Ft / 19.0 Sq M. Electric up and over door to front, pitched roof.
To the rear The garden enjoys a southerly aspect and is fully enclosed by fencing and conifer trees to its borders. To the immediate rear there is a sizeable and impressive porcelain tiled L-shaped patio which also extends to the side of the property - the patio provides an ideal area for seating and entertaining and makes the most of the southerly aspect, the remainder of the garden is laid to lawn.
Other information council tax band - G - £3,314.38 for the year 2021/22 (Maidstone Borough Council)
NHBC - Remainder of 10-year NHBC buildmark warranty
House builder - Remainder of Jones Homes 2-year snagging warranty
Estate charge - £437.35 per annum
Broadband - The current vendors inform us they have BT Halo 3 fibre broadband set up which enjoys speeds of 150mbps, but they understand there is potential for speeds up to 900mbps - ideal for homeworking
consumer protection from unfair trading regulations 2008 Kings Estates (the agent) has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and therefore cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for purpose. A buyer is advised to obtain verification from their own solicitor or surveyor. References to the tenure of a property are based on information supplied by the vendor. Kings Estates has not had sight of the title documents. Items shown in photographs are not included unless specifically mentioned within the written sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation, please ask us at Kings Estates. We kindly ask that all buyers check the availability of any property of ours and make an appointment to view with one of our team before embarking on any journey to see a property.
Situation The charming village of Marden is an idyllic example of why Kent is known as the 'Garden of England'. This historic and picturesque area, acclaimed for its apple growing in surrounding pretty orchards makes a pleasant setting to delight in a lifestyle that many can only dream of. Marden has many local amenities including a railway station (easy walking distance), which offers direct trains to heart of London in under an hour. The village itself has a friendly feel with several clubs, sporting societies and a primary school, making it a great location for families with younger children.There's a village farm shop, bakery, pharmacy, and of course a local pub - The Unicorn. Marden's library houses archives from its 1,000-year history. Nature-lovers will appreciate the nearby Marden Meadows – this Site of Special Scientific Interest, with rare plants and animals boasts one of the best remaining examples of unimproved hay meadows in Kent. Marden has good road links to the A229 and A21, which makes for easy access to the vibrant towns of Maidstone, 8 miles to the North, and Tunbridge Wells, 14 miles to the West meaning you're close to everything larger towns have to offer and making it easy to enjoy an ideal mix of country and town living.
Accommodation House Approximate Gross Internal Area: 1631 Sq Ft / 151.5 Sq M.
Entrance hall An inviting entrance with sealed unit double glazed window to side. Stairs to first floor landing with under stairs recess area and built in storage cupboard with shelving, radiator, wood effect flooring. Doors leading off to:-
WC Sealed unit obscure double glazed window to front. Low level wc, wall mounted corner wash hand basin, radiator, extractor fan, wall mounted electric fuse board, radiator, half tiled walls, tiled flooring.
Sitting room 21' 0" x 10' 9" (6.4m x 3.28m) Dual aspect with sealed unit double glazed square bay window to front overlooking woodland and sealed unit double glazed double doors to rear overlooking and giving access to the garden. Stone minster-style fireplace, two radiators, fitted carpet.
Kitchen / diner 21' 0" x 10' 11" (6.4m x 3.33m) A fabulous sociable dining kitchen, beautifully presented in subtle tones to maximise the spacious layout. The room is dual aspect with sealed unit double glazed square bay window to front overlooking woodland and sealed unit double glazed window to rear with aspect over the garden. The kitchen itself is classic, shaker-style fitted cupboards with granite worktops and sleek, polished chrome handles. Neff appliances include five burner hob with stainless steel splash back and extractor hood above, double oven, integrated and concealed dishwasher and fridge freezer. Ceiling down lighters, two radiators, tiled flooring. Door leads to and from the utility room.
Utility room Sealed unit obscure double glazed door to rear giving easy access to and from the garden. Shaker-style units with work surfaces over incorporating stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap over, space and plumbing for washing machine and tumble dryer, concealed wall mounted Vaillant boiler, built in storage cupboard with shelving, tiled flooring.
First floor landing Sealed unit double glazed window to front overlooking woodland. Built in airing cupboard housing the hot water cylinder, built in cupboard with shelving, radiator, fitted carpet. Stairs to second floor landing. Doors leading off to:-
master bedroom 15' 2" x 10' 11" (4.62m x 3.33m) A spacious and comfortable room with sealed unit double glazed window to front enjoying an aspect over woodland. Contemporary fitted wardrobes, radiator, fitted carpet. Door to:-
ensuite shower room Sealed unit obscure double glazed window to rear. A stylish modern suite comprising low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin, double shower with glass screen and shower head over, heated towel rail, mirror fronted wall cabinet, ceiling down lighters, extractor fan, marble tiled walls and flooring.
Bedroom two 10' 9" x 10' 5" (3.28m x 3.18m) Sealed unit double glazed window to rear overlooking the garden. Radiator, fitted carpet.
Bedroom three 10' 9" x 10' 4" (3.28m x 3.15m) Sealed unit double glazed window to front with aspect over woodland. Radiator, fitted carpet.
Family bathroom Sealed unit obscure double glazed window to rear. A stylish modern suite comprising low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin, panelled bath with mixer tap and enclosed oversized shower enclosure with glass doors, large shower head over and hand held shower unit, mirror fronted wall mounted cabinet, heated towel rail, ceiling down lighters, extractor fan, fully tiled walls and flooring.
Second floor landing Built in eaves storage cupboard, radiator, fitted carpet, doors leading off to:-
bedroom four 14' 0" x 13' 8" (4.27m x 4.17m) A delightful room enjoying a dual aspect with sealed unit double glazed window to front overlooking the woodland and window to side. Contemporary fitted wardrobes, two radiators, fitted carpet.
Bedroom five / office 11' 1" x 8' 8" (3.38m x 2.64m) A versatile room with sealed unit double glazed window to front overlooking woodland. Radiator, fitted carpet.
Shower room A stylish modern suite with low level wc, pedestal wash hand basin and glass shower enclosure with shower unit over, heated towel rail, extractor fan, shaver point, ceiling down lighters, fully tiled walls and flooring.
Outside
to the front A generous brick paved driveway provides off road parking for 3 cars in tandem, side access gate leads to and from the rear garden, pretty frontage with flower beds and low maintenance porcelain paved area.
Garage 20' 0" x 10' 3" (6.1m x 3.12m) Approximate Internal Area: 204 Sq Ft / 19.0 Sq M. Electric up and over door to front, pitched roof.
To the rear The garden enjoys a southerly aspect and is fully enclosed by fencing and conifer trees to its borders. To the immediate rear there is a sizeable and impressive porcelain tiled L-shaped patio which also extends to the side of the property - the patio provides an ideal area for seating and entertaining and makes the most of the southerly aspect, the remainder of the garden is laid to lawn.
Other information council tax band - G - £3,314.38 for the year 2021/22 (Maidstone Borough Council)
NHBC - Remainder of 10-year NHBC buildmark warranty
House builder - Remainder of Jones Homes 2-year snagging warranty
Estate charge - £437.35 per annum
Broadband - The current vendors inform us they have BT Halo 3 fibre broadband set up which enjoys speeds of 150mbps, but they understand there is potential for speeds up to 900mbps - ideal for homeworking
consumer protection from unfair trading regulations 2008 Kings Estates (the agent) has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and therefore cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for purpose. A buyer is advised to obtain verification from their own solicitor or surveyor. References to the tenure of a property are based on information supplied by the vendor. Kings Estates has not had sight of the title documents. Items shown in photographs are not included unless specifically mentioned within the written sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation, please ask us at Kings Estates. We kindly ask that all buyers check the availability of any property of ours and make an appointment to view with one of our team before embarking on any journey to see a property.
