4 bed Flat For Sale £449,000
This is a truly spacious ground and first floor flat in a converted early 19th Century Grade II Listed watermill is situated by the Green in the centre of the picturesque village of Wickhambreaux, surrounded by historic buildings such as the Old Stone House, Wickham Court, the Rose Inn and the Old Rectory.
1 & 2 The Mill, when converted, was originally two apartments, but is now one very spacious four bedroomed apartment providing ample accommodation which also allows any purchaser the possibility of changing it back into two separate apartments. The price is £449,000 for both apartments!
On entering the property via the communal area, your own private front door leads you into the spacious fully equipped kitchen/ breakfast room.
The kitchen/breakfast room is modern, with superb fitted units and integrated appliances, including eye-level oven and induction hob, and for those that like to entertain, it has the added benefit of a fitted bar.
Open plan in design, this area flows well and is perfect for large family gatherings.
An inner hall leads to two double bedrooms, one of which has a modern en-suite bathroom and there is also a separate wet room. There is a small utility room housing a washing machine, an airing cupboard and a large storage area.
The first floor can be approached by a staircase from the ground floor dining room but has its own entrance as well.
The airy sitting room has an abundance of space with windows on three sides .This area leads to a second fitted kitchen.
A small hallway leads to two further bedrooms, again with bathrooms, one with ensuite and one with a Jack and Jill bathroom. One bedroom is currently used as an office (taking advantage of the building’s fast broad band) with magnificent views up the Little Stour River and its wildlife - plus a touch of luxury with a fitted sauna.
Outside, there is a superb private walled patio - ideal for relaxing after a long day and for watching the sunsets. A private bridge from the patio leads across the river to an easily maintained garden which also houses the 48-paddle water wheel.
The property offers a dedicated car parking space in the private car park, plus off-road parking. Including within the sale are two car-sized garages with electricity power and lighting. One garage also has a very large subterranean storage area and wine cellar.
The new owners will automatically become entitled to be major shareholders of the freehold management company which runs the communal areas of the Mill.
The property falls within Council Tax Band D with a good energy efficiency rating. The monthly maintenance charge, which covers exterior repairs and decoration, communal area maintenance, the fire alarm system and building insurance is £200 per flat.
Central heating and hot water for both flats is by gas (independent meter for each flat). Water is also independently metered. Both flats benefit from independent water softeners.
Wickhambreaux is a sought-after village about 5 miles from the Cathedral City of Canterbury and has a fine ancient church, an Ofsted outstanding rated Primary School and popular Public House. The village is also close to the Stodmarsh Nature Reserve.
Canterbury offers many amenities and popular tourist attractions such as the Cathedral, the Marlowe theatre, beautiful Westgate Gardens and Westgate Towers. Canterbury has grammar schooling, boarding, universities and colleges. Wickhambreaux is also close to numerous stunning Kent beaches and is 20 minutes from the European gateway port of Dover. There are two Railway Stations, with Canterbury West giving access to London in less than an hour via the Hi-Speed link. The Mill is also only 20 minutes from the new Thanet Parkway fast train service.
1 & 2 The Mill, when converted, was originally two apartments, but is now one very spacious four bedroomed apartment providing ample accommodation which also allows any purchaser the possibility of changing it back into two separate apartments. The price is £449,000 for both apartments!
On entering the property via the communal area, your own private front door leads you into the spacious fully equipped kitchen/ breakfast room.
The kitchen/breakfast room is modern, with superb fitted units and integrated appliances, including eye-level oven and induction hob, and for those that like to entertain, it has the added benefit of a fitted bar.
Open plan in design, this area flows well and is perfect for large family gatherings.
An inner hall leads to two double bedrooms, one of which has a modern en-suite bathroom and there is also a separate wet room. There is a small utility room housing a washing machine, an airing cupboard and a large storage area.
The first floor can be approached by a staircase from the ground floor dining room but has its own entrance as well.
The airy sitting room has an abundance of space with windows on three sides .This area leads to a second fitted kitchen.
A small hallway leads to two further bedrooms, again with bathrooms, one with ensuite and one with a Jack and Jill bathroom. One bedroom is currently used as an office (taking advantage of the building’s fast broad band) with magnificent views up the Little Stour River and its wildlife - plus a touch of luxury with a fitted sauna.
Outside, there is a superb private walled patio - ideal for relaxing after a long day and for watching the sunsets. A private bridge from the patio leads across the river to an easily maintained garden which also houses the 48-paddle water wheel.
The property offers a dedicated car parking space in the private car park, plus off-road parking. Including within the sale are two car-sized garages with electricity power and lighting. One garage also has a very large subterranean storage area and wine cellar.
The new owners will automatically become entitled to be major shareholders of the freehold management company which runs the communal areas of the Mill.
The property falls within Council Tax Band D with a good energy efficiency rating. The monthly maintenance charge, which covers exterior repairs and decoration, communal area maintenance, the fire alarm system and building insurance is £200 per flat.
Central heating and hot water for both flats is by gas (independent meter for each flat). Water is also independently metered. Both flats benefit from independent water softeners.
Wickhambreaux is a sought-after village about 5 miles from the Cathedral City of Canterbury and has a fine ancient church, an Ofsted outstanding rated Primary School and popular Public House. The village is also close to the Stodmarsh Nature Reserve.
Canterbury offers many amenities and popular tourist attractions such as the Cathedral, the Marlowe theatre, beautiful Westgate Gardens and Westgate Towers. Canterbury has grammar schooling, boarding, universities and colleges. Wickhambreaux is also close to numerous stunning Kent beaches and is 20 minutes from the European gateway port of Dover. There are two Railway Stations, with Canterbury West giving access to London in less than an hour via the Hi-Speed link. The Mill is also only 20 minutes from the new Thanet Parkway fast train service.
