Cherry Trees, The Street, Stockbury, Kent

Cherry TreesThe Street | Stockbury | Kent | ME9 7UD

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Cherry TreesThis delightful Grade II Listed house, which is complemented by a new detached oak-frame double garage, is set in a garden plot of approximately one third of an acre in the centre of the village of Stockbury, where it is within walking distance of a farm shop, a grocery store and Post Office, and an award-winning butcher’s shop, as well as close to the village pub and nearby historic church.

The current owners were struck by the charm and character of this lovely house, parts of which are believed to date back 300 years. Retaining many original features, including exposed beams, the house is named for the cherry orchards by which it was once surrounded. When the current owners bought the house, it had somewhat primitive bathing facilities and no kitchen worthy of the name and so was in need of some attention. The house has been sensitively extended and refurbished to a high standard, incorporating materials salvaged from the original building as well as utilising reclaimed materials from elsewhere, while also adding a sympathetic barn style garage.

The house now offers two first floor en suite bedrooms, while three further bedrooms, including two on the second floor, are served by a first floor family bathroom. On the ground floor, there are two reception rooms, each of which has a fitted log burner. The spacious fitted kitchen/diner has a range of units with solid oak worktops and a ceramic butler sink, while a large island has a granite work top. A separate utility room has fitted units with a solid walnut worktop, a sink and space for a washing machine.

Bi-fold doors lead out from the kitchen-diner onto the rear paved Indian flagstone terrace. The remainder of the garden, which backs onto the village cricket pitch, is laid mainly to lawn. Double five-bar gates open to an extensive stone laid driveway that leads to the double garage, which has a log store to the rear. A particular feature of the property is the LPG heating, which is supplied by an underground tank, while the house also benefits from a storage cellar with a window. It is rare to find a village house of this age and character that is set back from the road with so much parking and garden space.

Set in a tranquil, elevated position on the edge of the North Downs within the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Stockbury is nevertheless within easy reach of amenities in Maidstone and Sittingbourne as well as the motorway network and rail links to London, the coast and the continent.

Favourite roomOne reception room has an inglenook fireplace and a feature exposed brick and timber-frame wall.

Special feature The kitchen/diner features a gas range cooker with seven burners; an American-style fridgefreezer; and a dishwasher.

The gardenThe garden is encompassed by mature trees and hedges, which give the property a high degree of privacy.*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.


A superbly enhanced house situated within a sought after village on the Kentish Downs within the borough of Maidstone. The house is Grade II Listed in recognition of its historical importance, yet has been sympathetically extended to create an exciting home suitable for a discerning modern family.

Currently, the property is configured on the ground floor with two reception rooms, plus kitchen/diner, utility and WC. A very useful cellar adds practical storage. The upper floors benefit from five bedrooms, served by two en suites and a family bathroom. The house sits well back from the road on a generous plot with a family garden to the rear and a very large driveway and parking area to the front. A recently added traditional oak-framed cart barn provides a secure double garage for vehicles and garden equipment.

Stockbury village is ideally positioned to enjoy the glorious countryside of the Kent Downs conservation area, with the added advantage of its proximity to excellent road and rail links to the capital, coast or continent. The house is within easy walking distance of the village pub, and the farm shop with its grocery store post office and renowned butchers. There is also a village cricket club, and a thriving historic church.

ENTRANCE Part glazed entrance door opening into:

ENTRANCE HALLWAY Exposed floorboards. Internal doors to ground floor accommodation.

RECEPTION ROOM Sliding sash window to front. Exposed beams. Fireplace opening with multi-fuel stove. Radiator. Exposed floorboards.

RECEPTION ROOM Sliding sash window to front. Exposed brickwork and beams. Inglenook style fireplace opening with multi-fuel stove. Built-in storage cupboard. Radiator. Exposed floorboards.

KITCHEN/DINER Casement windows to side and rear. Part glazed doors to side and rear plus large folding doors opening onto patio. Ceramic butler sink. Solid oak work surfaces. Comprehensive range of cupboard and drawer base units. Integrated dishwasher. Central island with granite work surfaces. Cupboard and drawer base units plus basket storage below. Large gas fired range cooker with seven burners, two ovens, a grill and storage drawer. Large fridge freezer with ice

and cold water dispenser. Range width extractor hood. Radiator. Engineered oak flooring.

UTILITY ROOM Casement window to rear. Ceramic sink unit inset into solid walnut work surface with cupboards below and space for washing machine. Exposed beams and brickwork to walls. Radiator. Paved floor.

GROUND FLOOR WC Casement window to rear. Low level WC. with concealed cistern. Wash hand basin with storage below. Wall mounted gas fired boiler. Built-in storage cupboards. Terracotta tiled floor.

CELLAR Exposed beams to walls. Brick paved floor. Window to front. Power and light.

STAIRS TO FIRST FLOOR Fitted carpet.

LANDING Sliding sash window to front. Built-in closet with light. Low level storage cupboard. Exposed beams and floorboards.


MASTER BEDROOM Casement windows to side and rear. Built-in low level storage cupboards. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

EN SUITE Low level WC with concealed cistern. Wash hand basin with storage below. Oak counter tops. Large shower cubicle dressed with tumbled travertine tiling.

BEDROOM Sliding sash window to front. Exposed beams. Victorian style fireplace (currently capped). Radiator. Exposed floorboards.

EN SUITE Casement window to side. Exposed beams. Low level WC with concealed cistern. Circular wash hand basin set on a walnut counter top with storage below. Shower enclosure with tumbled marble tiling. Travertine flooring. Heated towel rail/radiator.

BEDROOM Sliding sash window to front. Exposed beams. Radiator. Exposed floor boards.

FAMILY BATHROOM Casement window to side. Low level WC with concealed cistern. Wash hand basin with storage below. Oak counter tops. Panelled bath with mixer taps and hand shower attachment. Shower enclosure with tumbled travertine tiling. Matching splash backs. Heated towel rail/radiator. Travertine flooring.

STAIRS TO SECOND FLOOR Fitted carpet.

BEDROOM Casement windows to side and skylight window to side. Angled ceiling. Radiator. Fitted carpet. Large walk-in store/closet. Fitted carpet. Light.

BEDROOM Casement window to side. Angled ceiling. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

FRONT GARDEN Twin wooden entrance gates. Dressed in loose stone chippings providing extensive parking for numerous vehicles. Brick and flint front boundary wall.

REAR GARDEN Paved patio laid to Indian sandstone. Remainder laid to lawn. Shrub borders. Mixed trees varieties providing screening to rear boundary. Outside water supply. In ground waste/sewerage treatment plant. In ground propane gas tank.

GARAGE/CART BARN Twin double doors. Open eaves. Power and light. Cat slide roof to rear providing covered log store.


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 02.12.2015

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Cherry Trees, The Street, Stockbury, Kent

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