Trumpeters Lodge School Lane Borden Sittingbourne Kent ME9 8JS

Trumpeters Lodge School Lane Borden Sittingbourne Kent ME9 8JS

Seller Insight We knew the property was for us from the moment we saw it in 2000 say the current owners of Trumpeters Lodge in Kent. We were struck by the rural yet convenient location, within easy reach of London. Having viewed the property, the current owners could see the potential to make it their home. A walk around the garden and the ensuing conversations between us over the following few days allowed us to imagine how we could change the interior of the property to meet our wishes and needs they say. Originally built in the 1930 s, the property has since been transformed by the owners into a magnificent five bedroom family home. After moving in we quickly realised what a huge task we were about to undertake. So much so that we left barely a wall standing inside the property and completely reworked the whole layout inside and out. Utterly unique and exquisitely finished, the house and grounds have had much love and care put into them, not only in various extensions but also in styling, from the light and airy décor to the elegant detailing and quality fittings. A show stopping feature is the imposing staircase and galleried landing, while the formal garden is sunny with picturesque landscaping and sweeping lawns. The private swimming pool with roll back roof even boasts changing rooms and is in use all year round, with the music room above ideal for entertaining. The location of the property is ideal, in the sought after Kentish village of Borden. The local primary school is next door and all other facilities are in Sittingbourne town say the owners. The house is only a stone s throw from the M2 motorway so offers the possibility to be on the outskirts of London in 45 minutes. Our favourite feature has to be the entrance hall and the staircase and gallery. We will miss the rural lifestyle we have here and the grounds which we love. Just after we moved in we held a small music day for friends and invited guests with a marquee for the evening. We also hosted an 18th birthday party for one of our grand daughters. The garden is large and has a host of different areas grassed lawns flower beds and patios as well as a swimming pool. The sun if it shines will always shine on some part of the garden. * 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.

Step inside Trumpeters Lodge MAIN DESCRIPTION This substantial detached 1930 s home is superbly located on the fringes of the ever popular, picturesque village of Borden in North Kent. Internally the property is configured with five bedrooms, served by a generous lounge, formal dining room, contemporary kitchen and conservatory. The bedrooms benefit from two en-suites, plus a separate dressing room and family bathroom. Summer days can be enjoyed within the gardens which command an approximate plot size of two acres. Arranged in a parkland style, with lawns, specimen trees, mixed shrubs and hedges and a separate lawn area containing an ornamental pond. Additionally there is a wrap around patio area at the rear of the home which gives access to a heated swimming pool, served by its own changing room and en suite shower facilities. The home lays between Maidstone and Sittingbourne. Nearby transport links abound, with easy access to either the M2 or M20 motorways. Mainline rail services are available by several local stations with additional high speed services to London available from Sittingbourne in around one hour. For families that may require schooling, there are primary schools in the neighbouring villages, plus secondary and grammar school facilities towards and within Sittingbourne. Additionally, there are several private school facilities in the region. ENTRANCE Double glazed door leading into RECEPTION HALL Double glazed window to side. Stairs leading to galleried landing. Vaulted ceiling. Storage cupboard housing boiler. Radiators. Wood effect flooring. LOUNGE Double glazed windows to front and side. Double glazed door leading into patio garden area. Open fireplace, currently with an electric fire, Sandstone mantelpiece over. Radiators. Wood effect flooring. DINING ROOM Double glazed windows to front and side. Radiators. Wood effect flooring. Door into kitchen. KITCHEN Double glazed window to front and side. Double glazed door onto gardens. Doors leading to separate utility room and conservatory. Double sink with waste disposal unit, mixer taps inset into corian work surface. Modern fitted kitchen with a range of wall, cupboard and drawer base units. Oil fired Aga with integrated electric module. Incorporated microwave oven, coffee machine, wine cooler and twin dishwashers. Centre island with corian work surface and storage cupboards under. Underfloor heating. Tiled floors. CONSERVATORY Double glazed windows with doors leading into garden patio area. Underfloor heating. Tiled flooring. UTILITY ROOM Double glazed window to front and door into garden. Stainless steel sink and mixer taps over. Rolled edge work surfaces with a range of wall and cupboard/draw base units. Space for under counter appliances. Radiator. Tiled flooring. CLOAKROOM Window to front. Integrated toilet and basin unit with taps over and storage under. Fully tiled walls. Radiator. Tiled flooring. STUDY Double glazed windows to front and side, doors leading into gardens. A range of built in draw and cupboard storage. Radiator. Wood effect flooring. STAIRCASE TO FIRST FLOOR Wooden hand rail and balustrade. Fitted carpet. GALLERIED LANDING Double glazed windows to side. Wooden balustrade. Vaulted ceiling. Two storage cupboards. Radiators. Fitted carpet. MASTER BEDROOM Double glazed windows to front and sides. Juliet balcony with views over the gardens and pond.. Doors to en suite and dressing room. Radiators. Fitted carpet.

EN SUITE Large shower enclosure with power shower. Twin Wall hung rectangular wash hand basins, stainless steel mixer taps over and storage under. Close coupled W.C. Ceramic bidet. Marble effect walls. Radiator. Lino flooring. DRESSING ROOM Juliet balcony to side, over looking the gardens. Fitted wooden wardrobes housing ample storage within and sensor triggered lighting. Loft hatch. Radiators. Fitted carpets. BEDROOM Double glazed windows to front and side. Fitted wooden wardrobe. Radiators. Fitted carpet. EN SUITE Shower enclosure with power shower. Wall hung wash hand basin. Close coupled W.C. Radiator/towel rail. Wood effect flooring. BEDROOM Double glazed window to side. Fitted wooden wardrobe. Radiator. Fitted carpet. BEDROOM Double glazed window to front and side. Loft hatch. Radiator. Fitted carpet. FAMILY BATHROOM Double glazed window to side. Shower enclosure with power shower. Panelled bathtub with stainless steel mixer taps over. Close coupled W.C. and ceramic bidet. Tiled walls. Radiator/towel rail. Lino flooring. DRIVEWAY AND PARKING Secure parking with electronically operated gates. Driveway leading to large parking area. GARAGE/WORKSHOP Double garage with electronically operated up and over door. Adjoining workshop. Electric and power. MUSIC ROOM Positioned above garage. Velux windows to side. Door leading to storage area. Integrated lighting in floor. Radiator. Fitted carpet. SWIMMING POOL Generously sized. Heated. Diving board. Retractable cover. CHANGING ROOM/EN-SUITE Tiled changing room area. Bench seating. En suite, comprising of shower cubicle, pedestal wash hand basin, close coupled W.C. Tiled walls and flooring. FRONT GARDENS The home is approached on foot via an electronically operated gate and brick driveway that leads to the main front door. The double garage sits back and off to the left side. At the front, well tendered gardens are to be found to both sides of the home with a mix of lawns, flower beds and specimen trees. REAR GARDENS Predominantly the to side and rear. Expansive lawn areas with ornamental pond. Paved patio. Established trees, shrubs and flower borders. Large summer house. Green house and vegetable area. Additional parking for several vehicles.

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate 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. Copyright 2016 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 06959315 Registered Office: Morgan Alexander Kent Ltd (formerly Fine & Country Kent Ltd.) 36 King Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1BS. Printed 22-6-17. THE FINE & COUNTRY FOUNDATION The production of these particulars has generated a 10 donation to the Fine & Country Foundation, charity no. 1160989, striving to relieve homelessness. Visit fineandcountry.com/uk/foundation

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