Ridgeway House Ridgeway | Shorne | DA12 3LW

Ridgeway House
Ridgeway | Shorne | DA12 3LW
Ridgeway House
Ridgeway House contains all the pleasing attributes of late Georgian domestic
architecture. The façade has the large attractive windows of its period with the
addition of two Victorian bays. This impressive frontage attracted the present owners,
David and Tanya, who were immediately enchanted by the warm, inviting interior
and stunning garden. The house was in need of some care and attention, and it was
with great love and scrupulous attention to detail, that they restored the house to its
original elegance.
The rooms have the space, symmetry and balance of their period which make the
house an aesthetically pleasing, comfortable and spacious home; and the perfect
venue for large gatherings of family and friends. The family eat in the dining room on
a daily basis, and as the house is in an elevated position they can enjoy watching the
world go by, through the large bay window. For more formal entertaining it transforms
into a stylish setting, where you can experience a sense of how the room must have
been in its own time.
The house has a bright and positive ambience throughout, and the double aspect
in the sitting room make it a particularly pleasant airy room. It is an all year room
where the family relax each evening. They fling open the patio doors in the summer,
and sit cosily by the open fire in winter. The well equipped kitchen is a busy area
where you can enjoy a leisurely chat at the breakfast bar, or take your morning
coffee out to the patio. The barn beyond the kitchen is a fantastic space. It can
be a great party place or a home gym and the area above is ideal as a children’s
play room.
The first floor bedrooms have the character and charm of original open fireplaces,
cupboards and attractive, reclaimed wooden floorboards that feature throughout the
house. Climb the stairs to the attic and you have a great room with a view across the
marshes to the Thames.
The garden is pure delight and a very private oasis. Steps lead from the lower patio,
to the second where you can relax by the pond, or to the third where you can sit
in the shade of the beech tree and catch the last rays of the sun. It is a favourite
spot for an evening glass of wine. The remainder of the garden is set to lawn and
softly surrounded by mature tress and shrubbery. At the end is the office that is
also a good place to have some undisturbed down time. The surrounding woods
and countryside create a superb rural environment but with London only an hour
away and Gravesend and Ebbsfleet close by, it enjoys the best of town and country
life. David and Tanya are going to miss the way of life they have appreciated at
Ridgeway House.*
David and Tanya
* 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.
Ridgeway House is a classic late Georgian 1834 residence
situated in the Conservation area of Chestnut Green.
Sympathetically restored to offer modern day requirements
whilst retaining the integrity of the original building. With
features including high corniced ceilings, stripped floorboards
and panelled doors. The carriageway drive leads you to the
stone steps and pillared entrance loggia. The double aspect
lounge has bay window to front and French doors opening
to South facing patio terrace and grounds extending to 1.06
acres. The separate Dining Room has multi fuel stove with
bespoke kitchen/breakfast room, utility and cloakroom wc.
further excellent schooling with 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 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.
The first floor affords master bedroom with en-suite. Two
further double bedrooms and family bathroom with access
from main landing to attic bedroom/playroom. The double
storey Coach House Barn linked to the property would
make further accommodation. The driveway to side takes
you to Barn garage with self contained office to the rear
of the plot.
DIRECTIONS
From Fine & Country proceed down Ash Road, at the
roundabout turn right onto the Main Road. Once passed
the schools on the right, turn first left onto New Barn Road.
At the end of the road proceed over the roundabout into
Hall Road. Turn right onto the A2 Coast bound. Take the
third junction marked Shorne/Cobham, at the T Junction
turn right onto Brewers Road which mergers onto the
Ridgeway. The property will be found on the right hand
side just opposite Tanyard Hill.
LOCATION
Shorne is a picturesque tucked away village offering local
shops, public houses, church 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 town providing
TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Sole Street Railway Station: 2.8 miles
Meopham Railway Station: 3.5 miles
Ebbsfleet International Station: 5.3 miles
The distances calculated are as the crow flies. For
information regarding travel please visit:- www.kent.gov.uk/
roads_and_transport/getting_around.aspx.
LOCAL SCHOOLS
Primary Schools:
Shorne Primary School: 0.6 miles
Higham Primary School: 1.7 miles
Cobham Primary School: 1.7 miles
Meopham Primary School: 3.8 miles
Secondary Schools:
Chapter School: 1.6 miles
Gravesend Boys Grammar: 3 miles
St George’s CofE School: 3.4 miles
Mayfield Girls Grammar: 3.8 miles
Rochester Girls Grammar: 3.8 miles
Meopham Academy: 4.2 miles
Independent Schools:
Cobham Hall: 1.05 miles
Gads Hill: 1.11 miles
King’s Rochester: 3.52 miles
St Andrew’s Rochester: 3.26 miles
Information sourced from www.schools-search.co.uk
Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas
and intake criteria.
USEFUL INFORMATION
We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment
and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority
website www.gravesham.gov.uk and the following websites
for more helpful information about the property and local
area before proceeding.
Some information in these details is taken from third party
sources. Should any of the information be critical in your
decision making, then please contact Fine & Country for
verification.
USEFUL LINKS
www.police.com
www.mouseprice.com
www.tfl.gov.uk
www.environment-agency.gov.uk
www.landregistry.gov.uk
www.gov.uk/green-deal-energy-saving-measures
www.homeoffice.gov.uk
www.tkradon.org.uk
www.fensa.org.uk
http://list.english-heritage.org.uk
COUNCIL TAX
We are informed this property is in council tax band G,
you should verify this with Gravesham Borough Council on
01474 564422.
TENURE
The vendor advises us that this property is Freehold. Should
you proceed with the purchase of the property your solicitor
must verify these details.
APPLIANCES/SERVICES
The mention of any appliances and/or services within these
sales 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.
VIEWING
Via Fine & Country on 01474 700009
OPENING HOURS
Monday to Friday
Saturday
Sunday 9.00 am – 6.30 pm
9.00 am – 6.00 pm
10.00 am – 4.00 pm
REF
HA/SD/JT/140611 3437958/D1
Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric 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
Tel 01474 700009
Fine & Country North Kent 1 Church Road, Hartley, Kent DA3 8DL