HOMESNEWS Period features at grand Victorian plot

Woodland homes tick green boxes

There is an apple tree in each garden at the new homes at Chequers Green, Shadoxhurst, near Ashford. There are just eight four and five bedroom detached homes at the woodland development by Jarvis Homes. Houses comes with Neff appliances, underfloor heating and landscaped gardens. As well as the apple tree planted in each garden, there are bat and bird boxes across the development. Holly Jarvis, of Jarvis Homes, says: “Our homes are constructed using only the finest materials, and while respecting the past, Jarvis Homes also carry out on-going research with environmental consultants to ensure we are at the forefront of sustainable construction. “We ensure our houses are installed with the latest designs for energy efficiency without compromise on comfort and design.” Priced at £699,000 is four-bedroom and three bathroom Pippin house. Lambourne house has five bedrooms and three bathrooms and is £749,000. There are dado rails and original fireplaces at a doublefronted Victorian house for sale on a large plot. Three-bedroom Gate House at Main Road, Hoo St Werburgh was built in 1869 and is on the market with Heritage Estates. Surrounded by farmland, it has extensive off-road parking on a sweeping gravel driveway and there is a garage. Entrance porch with a ceramictiled floor leads to the main hallway and the 12ft x 11ft lounge with cast iron fireplace. The dining room is a similar size and is double aspect and the kitchen has beams and a stable door to the garden. The family bathroom is on the ground floor. A double aspect landing leads to the three first floor bedrooms, which have rural views. The house has plenty of storage, including built-in wardrobes in the bedrooms. Behind the white-painted picket fence, a pretty garden wraps around the house and has a large patio perfect for entertaining. From the patio a low brick wall and trellis arch leads to a level lawn, a range of mature trees and shrubs, vegetable patch and pergola with seating. Hoo St Werburgh has a good choice of schools, shops and pubs. Hoo Sports Centre has weekly fitness classes, swimming and fitness suite. The agent is seeking offers in excess of £460,000 for Gate House.

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