Sandling, Maidstone
Guide Price £425,000

***Guide Price £425,000 - £450,000***We are delighted to present this beautiful Grade II listed end-of-terrace period cottage, steeped in history and set in a truly picturesque location. The property enjoys easy access to the surrounding countryside, vineyards, the Pilgrims’ Way, and the North Downs. Over the past five years, the current owner—a skilled carpenter—has thoughtfully transformed the cottage, incorporating bespoke joinery throughout. Each room showcases exceptional craftsmanship, resulting in a home that is both stylish and wonderfully comfortable. The grounds are unique and characterful, with a public footpath gently dividing the plot. Adjacent to the house is a charming courtyard complete with a delightful Tiki bar, while beyond lies a large, secluded “secret” garden. This enchanting space features a natural spring-fed stream and pond, a putting green with bunker and tee, raised beds, and a range of well-maintained outbuildings. Originally constructed in 1475, Abbey Gate is a historic terrace of six cottages, formerly two dwellings, showcasing timber framing with distinctive ‘salt and pepper’ brickwork, a tile-hung first floor, and a traditional peg-tiled roof. It is believed the cottages were built to accommodate visitors to nearby Boxley Abbey and St Andrew’s Chapel, and were later used as an ale house. From the moment you step inside, the quality of workmanship is immediately evident. The interior features bespoke shelving, cabinetry, and cleverly designed storage, along with a handcrafted staircase—all complementing the cottage’s historic charm. Extending to just under 1,000 sq ft, the property also benefits from gas central heating (with a four-year warranty), a recently installed electrical consumer unit, and oak braced internal doors with blackened ironmongery.