Primrose Villas, Howfield Lane, Chartham Hatch

4 Bedroom Semi-Detached House for sale in

Beautifully renovated, this four-bedroom semi-detached period home offers over 1,500 sq. ft. of elegantly enhanced accommodation, complemented by a south-facing 80 ft rear garden with summer house and driveway parking for two cars.

Dating back to the early 1900s, the property is rich in character and original features, including exposed floorboards, stripped pine doors and intricate architraves. The current owners have thoughtfully and creatively enhanced the home throughout, introducing a refined Farrow & Ball colour palette alongside stylishly updated bathrooms and kitchen.

Situated in the heart of Chartham village, renowned for its strong sense of community, picturesque countryside walks and charming village atmosphere, the property also enjoys excellent access to the cathedral city of Canterbury and its highly regarded schools.

The front door opens into an entrance lobby, leading through to the impressive open-plan kitchen/dining room, which overlooks the garden through French doors. The kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of wall and base units incorporating integrated appliances.

In addition, there are two reception rooms. The cosy snug features exposed floorboards, a wood-burning stove set within the chimney breast, and an open staircase with decorative spindles. The elegant bay-fronted sitting room enjoys a further wood-burning stove, polished parquet flooring and contemporary shutters framing the large windows beautifully.

To the first floor are four generously proportioned bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom featuring a roll-top bath and separate shower enclosure. The principal bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes and a stylish en-suite shower room.

OUTSIDE:

The south-facing rear garden has been beautifully landscaped, with raised decking accessed directly from the French doors, ideal for entertaining and outdoor dining. The lawn is bordered by established shrubs and colourful planting, while stepping stones lead to the summer house which has power and lighting making the ideal place to work from home there is also a storage shed positioned at the far end of the garden.

The driveway provides parking for two cars.

Beyond the property is an abundance of countryside with numerous footpaths through fields and woodland.

SITUATION:

Primrose Villas are situated in the charming village of Chartham Hatch, near Howfield Manor, approximately five miles south-west of the vibrant cathedral city of Canterbury. This small hamlet, comprising around 200 homes, offers a peaceful rural setting surrounded by beautiful countryside, farmland, and nearby apple and pear orchards.

At the heart of the village is the village hall, formerly the local school, which remains a focal point for the community. Chartham Hatch is ideally suited to those seeking a quieter way of life while remaining within easy reach of a larger town and its amenities.
The nearby village of Chartham provides a range of everyday conveniences, including a mainline railway station with services to Canterbury, Ashford, and high-speed connections to London and Europe. The village also benefits from a doctor's surgery, primary school, village store, and post office.

Canterbury offers an excellent selection of amenities, including well-regarded primary and secondary schools in both the state and independent sectors, three universities, two hospitals (including a private hospital), and two railway stations. The city also boasts an extensive range of shopping facilities, from high street brands to independent boutiques, together with attractive parks and gardens, restaurants, pubs, and leisure facilities.

The market town of Ashford, approximately 12 miles away, provides further shopping, recreational, and educational amenities, along with high-speed rail services from Ashford International Station to London St Pancras in around 38 minutes.
The area is exceptionally well connected by road, with access to the A2/M2 via nearby Canterbury and the M20 via Ashford, both providing routes to London and the Kent coastline. The Channel Tunnel terminal at Folkestone, approximately 20 miles away, offers regular shuttle services to the Continent, while the Port of Dover, around 19 miles away, provides frequent ferry crossings to mainland Europe.

Property Ref: FPS1002961