A superb 16th Century, Grade II-listed, Tudor cottage in a quiet historic lane of Canterbury centre with plenty of shops, bars and restaurants within minutes’ walking distance.. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Smart TV, Woodburner Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, French Doors Leading To Courtyard And Garden First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Bathroom 1: Bath With Shower Over Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. Enclosed courtyard with sitting-out area. Bike store. On road parking; additional public car park, 350 yards away; unloading at the door. No smoking. . This Grade II-listed Tudor cottage is situated in the centre of Canterbury on Ivy Lane, a small and quiet historic lane in a conservation area close the famous city walls. Just a couple of minutes’ walk from Canterbury’s high street with its huge range of restaurants, bars and shopping facilities.
This beautiful, 500-year-old Grade II-listed cottage in the centre of Canterbury dates back to the 16th century and was lovingly refurbished by Canterbury architect Carl Trenfield working alongside a master craftsman in 2016. The house was also featured in The Times ‘Thirty Best Homes in Britain’.
Inside the cottage, the ground floor benefits from both cosy traditional features, such as the original inglenook fireplace and beamed walls and ceilings, as well as fresh and airy contemporary clean lines. The ground floor is a single open plan space incorporating living area, a bespoke kitchen and dining area opening out through French doors to the pretty private courtyard garden, a lovely space to enjoy a quiet morning coffee.
The bespoke kitchen is fitted to a high standard, with natural granite work surfaces and integrated appliances along with all the essential small appliances that you will need for your stay.
The master joiner’s craftmanship can be particularly appreciated in cleverly concealed storage that runs the length of the dining area which conceal extra cupboard space and a discreetly hidden tall radiator.
The living area has beautiful, exposed beams and features an original inglenook fireplace, with a highly efficient wood-burning stove. Together with the comfy chesterfield Natuzzi sofa, this area is perfect for snuggling up in the evenings.
Winding stairs lead up to the first floor, comprising landing area, two bedrooms and a bathroom. The master bedroom is to the rear of the house and has built-in wardrobes, custom made vanity unit and view of the gardens. Bedroom two is to the front and has exposed beams, custom made fitted wardrobes, desk/vanity table area and view of the lane. The bathroom is fully fitted with solid marble tiles, and thoughtfully designed with Villeroy and Boch fittings including a bath with a rain shower over, further custom-made storage all concealed by large mirrors.
The sunny courtyard garden to the rear of the house, brick paved with seating area, was designed by landscape architect Eleanor Trenfield, and includes a functional shed for bins and bikes storage and a side access to the passage between the house and neighbouring property.
A coffee shop and a quaint 18th-century pub/restaurant are just a minute walk from the cottage and are both dog-friendly. A supermarket for all your essentials is also just a few minutes’ walk.
Also nearby are the Marlowe Theatre, Curzon Cinema, Canterbury Christ Church University and Canterbury East & West railway stations, all within an easy walk, as well as St. Augustine’s Abbey, one of the country’s most notable historic sites and part of the Canterbury UNESCO World Heritage Site. Canterbury is a beautiful and buzzing cathedral city in Kent steeped in History, part of which forms a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city centre is full of excellent places for shopping, dining, entertainment, and culture.
Its proximity to the charming seaside town of Whitstable and Kent countryside, as well as excellent links to London (under 1 hour to St. Pancras) make this a wonderful place to stay.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
