Our top 10 properties of the month - January

Our top 10 properties of the month - January

We've hit the ground running in 2025 with plenty of sales and new listings across all offices. Here's our monthly roundup of some of our favourite properties to come to the market in January.

Saddlers Hill, Goodnestone
Guide Price £600,000 - £650,000

Hop Cottage is a charming Grade II listed thatched cottage nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Saddlers Hill in Goodnestone. With its idyllic rural setting and breath taking views, this property is a rare opportunity to own a piece of English heritage.


Mulberry Hill, Chilham
Guide Price £400,000 - £425,000

This charming period cottage has original features throughout and has been beautifully upgraded with the perfect blend of character and contemporary living. Located just 0.8 miles from the desirable village of Chilham, it presents a unique opportunity to embrace a peaceful country lifestyle without sacrificing convenience.


Harrow Way, Kingsnorth
£650,000

This immaculately presented detached house is located on a substantial 0.2-acre corner plot in the popular Chartfields development in Kingsnorth. With over 2100 square foot of accommodation this family home has ample living space, a delightful outdoor heated swimming pool and an outdoor kitchen, making it an ideal home for those who appreciate comfort and style. 


Woodford Road, Launcherly, Near Wells
Guide Price £1,000,000 to £1,250,000

Originally a stone-built cottage dating back to the 1800's, this spacious property is set in grounds of circa 0.8 acres and has undergone extensive work in recent years with the renovation of the cottage and the addition of a well-planned extension. This stunning home, with its impressive sweeping driveway, combines traditional charm with contemporary living including Eco-home credentials. Set in the peaceful hamlet of Launcherly, just over a mile from the historic City of Wells, this property has enviable panoramic views that are as spectacular as they are far reaching and take in sights of the beautiful Wells Cathedral, the Somerset Levels with the world-famous Glastonbury Tor and the Mendip Hills.


Harkness Drive, Canterbury
Guide Price £850,000

Located just outside sought after St Dunstans in a quiet residential area, this substantial detached property has over 2500 square feet of versatile living accommodation, ideal for growing families or those in need of ample space.

Stepping inside the property there is a bright and spacious hallway with double doors opening into an impressive 32ft x 19ft living/dining room with herringbone parquet flooring and a large bay window allowing in plenty of natural light. The rooms generous dimensions provide numerous possibilities for furniture arrangement, allowing you to create a space that suits your personal style. Adjacent to the living/dining room is a convenient study, which can also be used as a ground floor bedroom for added flexibility. The spacious kitchen/breakfast room has ample storage, a Rangemaster cooker and space for freestanding appliances. Off the kitchen is the good size conservatory creating further dining/living space connected to the garden, ideal for summer entertaining with friends and family.

Upstairs, you will find four spacious double bedrooms, all with fitted wardrobes, providing plenty of storage space for your belongings. The property also has two modern bathrooms; one with a large walk in shower and the other with a bath, designed for both functionality and style.


Finn Farm Road, Kingsnorth
Offers in Excess of £350,000

Located in the popular Bridgefield area of Ashford, this beautifully presented three bedroom family home has modern upgrades throughout and provides a comfortable and contemporary living space for any growing family.


Magnolia Drive, Chartham
Guide Price £550,000 - £600,000

This wonderful family home is nestled in the picturesque village of Chartham in the popular St Augustines development. The village community is known for its warmth and friendliness, creating a desirable place to call home. 

Upon entering the property there is a bright and spacious living room with a box bay window, perfect for relaxing and entertaining guests. The highlight of this home is the beautiful dining/garden room which spans over 25 ft. The current owners have creatively extended the living space adding a Loggia conservatory with a unique Livinroof which combines both solid and glazed roofing. Bi-Fold doors create a seamless connection between the indoor and outdoor space providing an abundance of natural light and access to the delightful rear garden.


Stour Road, Chartham
£375,000

This beautifully refurbished chalet bungalow is located in a quiet cul-de-sac location in the desirable village of Chartham. Occupying a large corner plot, there is ample external and internal space along with stunning countryside views. 

Orchard Close, St. Nicholas at Wade
Guide Price £400,000 - £425,000

This stunning 3 bedroom semi-detached property is located in the desirable Manor Road development in St. Nicholas at Wade and has been finished to a high standard throughout. 

At the heart of this home is the impressive 30ft x 18ft open-plan kitchen, living and dining area, ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. The modern kitchen has a breakfast bar that can seat three for casual dining and integrated appliances including an oven and hob, a dishwasher, a washing machine and a fridge/freezer. Double doors open onto the garden from the living area, seamlessly connecting the indoor and outdoor spaces.


Lower Westholme, Pilton
Guide Price - £450,000 to £500,000

This rural retreat, originally a stone built barn, is now a charming and characterful 2/3 bed cottage on a quiet lane. Located in a peaceful and sought-after hamlet between the ever popular villages of Pilton and North Wootton.

Through the front door and you arrive in a lobby area which then opens out into the tiled open plan kitchen/dining room. This room feels like the hub of the home and is set over two levels with the kitchen elevated above the dining area and separated by a fabulous breakfast bar. The kitchen is well equipped with fitted units, a range cooker, dishwasher and ample worktop. The kitchen leads out to a newly replaced conservatory with lovely garden views. This room is currently used as a boot room/utility room and has plentiful built in storage plus space for a washing machine.

There are two reception rooms both with west facing windows looking out onto the garden. The sitting room has an open fire with bath stone surround, and a connecting door leads to the further reception room. There is a ground floor shower room which gives the versatility of using the second reception room as a downstairs bedroom.




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