Woodside
Pear Tree Lane | Shorne |
Step inside Woodside
Nestled within the picturesque Kent village of Shorne, Woodside is an exquisite 1920s-built residence epitomizing the charm of Sussex Style architecture. This distinguished home offering a harmonious blend of period elegance and modern convenience is set on an expansive plot approaching 1.8 acres, Woodside is a sanctuary of tranquillity and natural beauty. Upon entering the grounds via a sweeping driveway, you find the main entrance to the rear of the property. Woodside retains a wealth of period features, including the original Crittall windows, which bathe the interiors in natural light while maintaining the home’s historical integrity. The current owners have tastefully modernized several areas, ensuring a seamless fusion of the old and new. These thoughtful updates provide a comfortable and stylish living environment, perfect for contemporary family life with potential for further improvement to extend the home subject to the necessary planning permissions.
Recent enhancements include the installation of two new log burners, offering both warmth and ambiance. With an abundant supply of wood from the property’s own woodland, cozy nights by the fire are a given. The grounds of Woodside are truly a highlight, the extensive woodland at the rear of the property not only provides a serene backdrop but also ensures privacy and an endless source of firewood. A detached double garage barn adds to the property’s allure, presenting potential for conversion into additional living space, a guest house, or a home office, subject to planning consent. The plot also features a swimming pool that, although in need of refurbishment, promises luxurious outdoor leisure and relaxation. This flexibility offers the new owners a myriad of possibilities to tailor the property to their needs.
With its enchanting period features, recent modernisations there remains significant potential for further enhancement, Woodside is a unique property that offers an exceptional lifestyle with potential and promise. Whether you seek a family home, a rural retreat, or a project to create your dream residence, it provides a rare opportunity to own a piece of architectural history set in idyllic surroundings. Don’t miss the chance to make Woodside your own and create a legacy for generations to come.
Location
Shorne is a picturesque village offering local shops, public houses, church, pre school and primary school. Adjacent to Shorne village there is Shorne Wood Country Park, an area of outstanding natural beauty designated a site of special scientific interest for its wildlife value. The village is within easy reach of Gravesend and Medway towns providing further excellent schooling. Convenient access to the M2 and M25 motorways linking to both Gatwick and Heathrow airports, London, Bluewater and the International railway station at Ebbsfleet offering a 17 minute link to London and the Channel Ports. The commuter is well served by a coach service running from the area to London, together with main line railway station at Sole Street and Higham on the Victoria and Cannon Street line respectively.
Seller Insight
We were already living in the village when Woodside became available to us, and knowing the area so well, we went ahead and bought it Pear Tree Lane has always been a well sought after road and recently, there has been quite a lot of investment with renovations and grand new builds. With the house being on one of the widest plots and circa 1.8 acres, we saw it as an uncut diamond with potential since it is one of the few houses in the lane that hasn’t had any extensions added since the original build.
We soon set about refurbishing the house with new plumbing, electrics, plastering and kitchen while adding wood burners to the snug room and the lounge, both of which are supplied by wood from fallen trees from our own woodland. The house has character, which we both fell for, and the original leaded windows, including the stained glass windows either side of the front door, adds so much more. We absolutely love the woods, and have created pathways where we walk each day with the dog. The past owners had coppiced in order to make the most of the far-reaching views of the River Thames and beyond, as can been seen by some of the neighbouring properties. We enjoy nothing more, than sitting in one of the garden areas, on a summers evening, listening to and watching the wildlife. We have even had a dear come to visit! Rare but true. We believe that it was from the Lord Darnley Estate where Rochester and Cobham golf club is, a British open qualifying course which is around a mile from here as the crow flies.
With easy access to both the towns and the countryside, for us the property’s location is perfect.”*
* These comments are the personal views of the current owners 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.
Directions
From our Fine & Country North West Kent office proceed down Ash Road and continue into Hartley Road. Take first exit off mini roundabout into Main Road and third exit off next mini roundabout into Whitehill Road. Continue into Westwood Road and turn right into Station Road. Take first exit off roundabout and first right merging onto the A2. Come off the A2 at Cobham/Shorne exit and turn right onto Brewers Road. Continue into The Ridgeway and further continue into Peartree Lane. Woodside can be found on the left hand side.
Transport Information
Train Stations:
Strood 2.5 miles
Rochester 3 miles
Sole Street 3.5 miles
The property is also within easy reach of Ebbsfleet Eurostar International Station.
The distances calculated are as the crow flies.
Local Schools
Primary Schools:
Gad’s Hill School 0.4 miles
Shorne Church of England Primary School 0.7 miles
Higham Primary School 1.1 miles
Bligh Primary School (Juniors) 1.1 miles
Bligh Primary School (Infants) 1.2 miles
Abbey Court Foundation Special School 1.4 miles
Secondary Schools:
Gad’s Hill School 0.4 miles
Strood Academy 1.1 miles
Abbey Court Foundation Special School 1.4 miles
Cobham Hall 1.7 miles
Thamesview School 2.4 miles
King’s School 2.7 miles
Information sourced from Rightmove (findaschool). Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria.
Useful Information
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Some information in these details are taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making then please contact Fine & Country for verification.
Tenure
The vendor confirms to us that the property is freehold. Should you proceed with the purchase of the property your solicitor must verify these details.
Council Tax
We are informed this property is in band G. For confirmation please contact Gravesham Borough Council.
Appliances/Services
The mention of any appliances and/or services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full efficient working order.
Measurements
All measurements are approximate and therefore may be subject to a small margin of error.
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 6.30 pm Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Viewing via Fine & Country North West Kent office.
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