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Energy Performance CertificateTThe property is just a short distance from the centre of Barham, which boasts an excellent Primary School, Post Office / Village Store, Public House/Restaurant, Bowls Club, active Village Hall and historic Church. Barham forms part of the picturesque Elham Valley, at the heart of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty over which there is a wealth of walks, rides and cycle routes. A regular bus service runs through the centre of the village giving easy access to the cathedral city of Canterbury to the north; whilst to the south lies the Channel Tunnel town of Folkestone and the ancient Cinque Port town of Hythe on the coast. All of which offer a wide range of shopping, recreational and educational facilities, together with high-speed mainline train services to London St Pancras. Nearby cross channel services, along with the Channel Tunnel, provide easy access into Europe.
Valley House offers exceptionally spacious accommodation, designed by the highly regarded architects Clague and built within an exclusive enclave of just five executive homes. The current owners have lived here happily for 21 years, a true testament to how comfortable and well-suited this wonderful property is for family life. The ground floor features a welcoming entrance hall leading to a superb, square-shaped sitting room, elegantly presented with a contemporary fireplace as its focal point. Fully glazed double doors with side panels open onto a covered glass sun terrace, thoughtfully fitted with an electronic, remote-controlled blind, the perfect space for year-round enjoyment. To the front of the property lies a substantial kitchen/dining room, fitted with matching wall and base units, a central island, and worktops incorporating a full-size integrated dishwasher, microwave, oven, and gas hob. Adjacent is a useful utility room with space for white goods. The ground floor also offers a cloakroom/WC, a family room with access to the attractive gardens, and a double bedroom, ideal for guests or multigenerational living. Upstairs, the first-floor landing leads to the impressive master bedroom, ideally positioned at the rear of the property and featuring a striking cathedral ceiling and a luxurious en-suite shower room. The second bedroom also benefits from a cathedral ceiling, built-in wardrobes, and an en-suite shower room. There are two further bedrooms on this level, along with a well-appointed family bathroom.
Valley House is approached via a private road to the side, where electric gates open into an attractive shared courtyard leading to a detached double garage, car port, and gated driveway providing ample parking. The rear garden is beautifully landscaped and thoughtfully designed to offer both privacy and tranquility. An extensive shaped terrace with a covered glass veranda creates a serene space for year-round entertaining, complemented by raised beds that provide colour and seasonal interest. To the front, the property enjoys a well-stocked garden with a variety of mature plants and shrubs, enhancing the home’s overall charm and curb appeal.
All mains services are understood to be connected.