I really love the proportions of a Victorian house and this is a particularly fine example as a result of a fabulous refurbishment. -- Sarah Holgate #TheGardenOfEngland No ChainA handsome, unlisted detached Victorian family house with over 4000 sq ft of accommodation with two new double storey rear extensions and completely renovated throughout to a high standard including a stunning new kitchen/breakfast room with bi-fold doors, 6 bedrooms, 3 bath/shower rooms, 4 reception rooms, cellar and boot room. The property has a new detached triple garage, gated access, off road parking and 2 acres of garden with the potential to purchase more land (up to 16 acres) if required and subject to separate negotiation.There are some magnificent countryside views all around and there is easy access by road and rail with Ashford International only a 15 minutes drive away with fast trains to London St Pancras in only 37 minutes. Langham HouseLangham House is a handsome, unlisted property built in 1878 and has undergone an extensive yet sympathetic refurbishment project by the current owners including two rear double storey extensions. Today the property offers substantial and versatile accommodation extending to over 4000 sq ft with high ceilings, ornate plasterwork , marble fireplaces and wood burning stoves in both the sitting room and dining room. This property would suit anyone working from home or looking for a property with space around them. On the ground floor there are 4 characterful reception rooms, a luxury kitchen/breakfast room with bi-fold doors onto the new decking area, a generous boot/utility rooma walk through coats area and separate cloakroom. The cellar is accessed under the stairs and has the potential to be developed into a wine cellar, gym or 1 bedroom apartment. Upstairs is equally stylish with a wonderful master suite, a guest suite and 4 further double bedrooms, all benefitting from some superb far reaching countryside views.The sellers acknowledge that some external works are required to complete the house and reach its full potential and this been reflected in the guide price. The specifications are as follows:-. Red brick with fishtail tile hanging. Roof and the tile hanging replaced. All windows have been replaced with double glazed timber sash windows. The external walls have been insulated internally, floors insulated and loft. Original floorboards have all been sanded and varnished. Marble fireplaces to all reception rooms and bedrooms. Ornate plaster cornice to all rooms. Painted in Little Green paint throughout. Original internal doors retained. All new skirting and architraves to match original.Celling Heights Ground floor 3.5 metre Upper floor 3.2m Bathroom, Bed 5 and 6 2.9mKitchen Porcelain floor with wet underfloor heating. Bespoke kitchen by Collins Bespoke, plywood interiors and composite stone worktops. Neff appliances (2 double ovens, 2 warming drawers, steam oven, Combi microwave oven and gas hob). Integrated Siemens fridge and Bosch dishwasher. Larder store. Bronze mirror splashback and recessed coffer lighting.Family Bathroom Porcelain tiles Electric underfloor heating Freestanding bath with Hansgrohe push button controls, bath spout and hand shower 1400mm shower with Grohe rain shower, hand shower and sliding shower screen Mid-century vanity with stone top and splashback Bronze mirror glass cabinets Wall hung WCEnsuite Porcelain tiles with marble feature wall 1700mm shower with Cross water push button controls to Cross water rain shower and hand shower in brass finish. Brass sliding shower screen Wall hung WC Vanity unit with stone top and deck mounted basin. Wall mounted taps in brass finish Concealed bathroom cabinet storage Coffer lighting and feature pendantOutsideThe property is access via gates, (with the allowance for electric gates to be installed), and a sweeping driveway with off road parking for numerous vehicles in front of the newly built triple bay garage with space over and drainage connected, ideal for conversion to a useful office space for which there is planning consent. The garden wraps around the front, sides and rear of the property extending to about 2 acres, this boundary is fenced with stock fencing at 1200mm. All other boundaries are fenced securely. There is a new decking area immediately to the rear of the property and an old outbuilding. Agents notes:The property is being sold as seen with the potential to purchase a further 16 acres of land, which abuts the property, under separate treaty.ServicesAll mains services are connected. Klargester treatment plant discharging to the smaller pond. Surface water is collected in a substantial below ground Victorian water tank situated between the house and garage allowing for an irrigation system or conversion to a pond.Tenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax Band: G Our Ref: AHS220220 For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i70256147
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An impressive and unique six bedroom barn conversion with a tennis court, several workshops and about 3.8 acres of gardens and paddocks. DescriptionHaffenden Barn is a substantial and immensely charming six bedroom barn conversion which has been extensively refurbished and reconfigured to a high standard by the current owners to incorporate modern versatile living accommodation together with several workshops, a tennis court and beautiful gardens and grounds. The beautifully presented internal accommodation comprises; an impressive reception hall with oak fittings and a delightful minstrels gallery above, a sitting room with Vermont Intrepid II stove and a dining area. Off the dining area and connected by a glazed walkway with under floor heating, are three ground floor bedrooms together with a shower room with digital Aqualisa shower, perfect for multi-generational living or a self-contained annexe. A superb contemporary kitchen/breakfast room with beautiful exposed beams is fitted with a range of hand painted cupboards and complimented with various integral appliances including a dishwasher, undercounter fridge and fridge drawers, two ovens with warming drawers, a combi microwave and coffee machine. Off the kitchen is a utility room fitted with further storage space and houses the boiler. Continuing on the ground floor is a versatile laundry room with space for various white goods, a WC, a study room and a spectacular sunroom with a vaulted ceiling and wood burner.On the first floor there are three bedrooms, each boasting extensive built in wardrobes and drawers. The principal bedroom benefits from an en suite bathroom with Aqualisa shower over, whilst the remaining bedrooms are served by a family shower room. Haffenden Barn is accessed via electronically operated wooden gates, leading to a long sweeping driveway with ample parking and access to the detached timber-framed double carport with room above, currently used as an office. Set in about 3.8 acres of beautiful gardens and paddocks, featuring formal gardens with expansive lawns, rose beds, specimen trees including fruit and walnut trees, a vegetable patch and a mature range of flowers and shrubs. To the east of the property, is a refurbished tennis court and converted stabling which now serves as extensive garaging and workshop facilities with water and power.LocationThis historic and popular village has been winner of 'Best Kept Village' on numerous occasions and also location set for the 1980 film The Mirror Crack'd based on the book by Agatha Christie and starring Elizabeth Taylor and Kim Novak. Local amenities include a post office, butchers, art gallery and three public houses including, on the outskirts,The Smarden Bell. Headcorn (4.6 miles) offers a wider range of shops, restaurants and takeaways and Sainsbury's store. The pretty town of Tenterden with its tree lined high street also has a range of antique shops and a steam railway. Major superstores and retail outlets can be found in Ashford and Maidstone 9.6 and 15.6 miles respectively. There are a number of golf clubs including Chart Hills, Rye, Tenterden and Dale Hill in Ticehurst. Sailing and fishing at Bewl Water and riding, walking, mountain bike trails plus a climbing and activity centre in Bedgebury Forest and Pinetum. Services run to London from Headcorn and Pluckley (both 4.5 miles away) with access to London Victoria from Charing. A high speed train service runs between London St Pancras and Ashford (10.5 miles) in about 38 minutes. Like many parts of Kent there are an excellent selection of schools in the area. In the state sector there are grammar schools for boys and girls in Ashford, Maidstone, Canterbury and Faversham, various local primary schools and in the private sector independent girl and boy's schools in Cranbrook, Hawkhurst, Ashford, Sutton Valence, Canterbury and Tonbridge.Square Footage: 3,538 sq ft Acreage: 3.81 AcresDirectionsFrom the centre of Smarden head south on Cage Lane towards Beult Meadow which merges onto Bethersden Road. Proceed for about 1.1 miles and at Haffenden Quarter, take a slight right down the unnamed public highway and the property will be found on your left hand side.what3words - ///lucky.boards.truly Additional InfoServices: Mains water and electricity. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage.Cladding: This property has cladding, as far as we know the current position with the property is: The property is under six floors so any cladding may not have been tested. Purchasers should make enquiries about the external wall system of the property, if it has cladding and if it is safe or if there are interim measures in place.Agent's Note: A public footpath runs over part of the garden. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i68008816
A handsome unlisted country house set in lovely gardens with heated outdoor pool, garaging and two stables. DescriptionComing to the market for the first time in over 30 years, Brushwood Hall is a handsome unlisted, predominantly Victorian family house, which dates originally from 1896 and was believed to have formerly been a hunting lodge. Set well back from the road, the property sits amidst lovely, well established gardens together with a heated outdoor swimming pool and enjoys views over adjoining countryside. The popular village of Bethersden has a range of local amenities and lies under a mile away, whilst the larger towns of Tenterden and Ashford with its high speed train link to London St Pancras, are about 6.5 miles.The well proportioned accommodation is arranged over two floors and amounts to over 3,200 sq ft. The principal southerly facing dining and drawing rooms are lovely light filled rooms, interconnecting and with high ceilings, open fireplaces and views over the lawned gardens and beyond. Off the reception hall is a further sitting room/snug with fitted bookshelves, a wood burning stove and cupboard with basin.The kitchen, with quarry tiled floor, has a range of cupboards, a dresser, a walk-in larder and a two oven oil fired AGA. There is space for various freestanding appliances. An archway continues through to an attractive breakfast/family room with a hand painted mural and French doors opening to a southerly facing terrace. Off the breakfast room is a study/home office and a utility room, housing the boiler and continuing through to the double garage. A wide turned staircase leads to a lovely light landing off which are five bedrooms, all of good proportions with views and fitted cupboards and served by a family bathroom, (en suite shower room to the main bedroom) and a further shower room. Brushwood Hall is approached via a long part gravelled drive, flanked by neighbouring fields, which leads to the front of the house where there is ample parking. The attractive gardens provide a lovely setting for the property with paved terraces and a corner verandah continuing to the expansive lawns with mature trees, borders, established beech and hornbeam hedging. The natural pond is also surrounded by indigenous trees and underplanted with various spring bulbs. There is a kitchen garden with raised beds and fruit cages and a wide variety of fruit trees include damson, fig, quince, apple, pear and medlar. The pool is heated via a heat exchanger and screened by clipped yew hedging. Outbuildings include a summerhouse, two stables, a store room and the garaging.LocationBrushwood Hall is located under1 mile to the north of the village of Bethersden, voted No 1 of 50 Best Villages in the UK (south east) by The Times in 2021. With plenty to offer its community, there is a traditional butcher's, a village shop with post office, a primary school, cricket and tennis clubs, an ancient church and a community-run public house.Ashford (6.5 miles), a market town since medieval times, offers a wide selection of shops, superstores, Ashford Designer Outlet and the Stour Leisure centre. Whilst the popular historic town of Tenterden (6.6 miles) has a good range of local shops along its pretty tree lined High Street. There are Waitrose and Tesco supermarkets, historic public houses, coffee shops and restaurants together with independent boutiques and shops. About 15 miles to the south is the historic Cinque Port of Rye with its delightful cobbled streets, antique shops, art galleries and restaurants. Sport and leisure is very well catered in the area, with sporting facilities nearby including London Beach Golf Club and Spa, Tenterden Golf Club and Chart Hills Golf Club at Biddenden. There are wonderful walking and cycle trails through the beautiful Kent countryside and fishing at Tenterden Trout Waters. Chapel Down Vineyard incorporating the highly regarded Swan Restaurant and Biddenden Vineyards are both nearby. Whilst further afield there is a wide range of water sports at Camber Sands.Rail links to London can be found at nearby Pluckley station (1.8 miles) or from Ashford International station (6.5 miles) where there is a high speed service to London St Pancras in 37 minutes. The M20 can be accessed via junctions 8 or 9 providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airports, the channel tunnel, Dover and other motorway networks.There are a range of schools in the area in both the state and private sectors catering for children of all ages. These include Bethersden Primary School, Tenterden Infant and Junior School, St Michael's Primary School, Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre all at Tenterden, Dulwich Preparatory at Cranbrook, Benenden Girls School, St Ronans and Marlborough House at Hawkhurst and Sutton Valence Schools and Tonbridge School. Additionally there are boys' and girls' Grammar Schools in Ashford plus Ashford School, Ashford Friars Preparatory and The Kings School Canterbury. * All distances and mileages are approximateSquare Footage: 3,274 sq ft Acreage: 2.85 AcresDirectionsFrom Tenterden (A28) continue through St Michaels and High Halden to Bethersden. Turn left in to Forge Hill continuing into Mill Road and at the crossroads turn left, the drive to Brushwood Hall will be found after 0.5 of a mile of the left hand side. Additional InfoServices: Oil fired central heating via radiators, mains electricity, water and private drainage via a klargester.Agent's Note There is a public footpath which runs across the drive. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i70750577
Wonderful family house offering flexible accommodation and self-contained holiday cottage set on the periphery of the village.* Cranbrook School catchment area *Barclay Farmhouse is an impressive unlisted detached family home overlooking farmland set on the periphery of Biddenden village. The original part of the house and now attached barn date from the 18th century with later additions and renovations completed within the last 20 years. The property offers flexible and potential multi-generational living, incorporating award winning bed and breakfast accommodation attached to the main house and a separate self-contained two bedroom holiday cottage. The family accommodation is set across three floors and offers a spacious entrance hall, sitting room, family snug, kitchen/breakfast room, utility, additional reception room currently used as a storage room and cloakroom to the ground floor, master bedroom with ensuite, two further double bedrooms and family bathroom to the first floor, and a double bedroom and additional family bathroom on the second floor. The ground floor accommodation can also share a dining space with the bed and breakfast.Barclay Farmhouse incorporates many original characteristics that would be expected of a dwelling dating from the original era and is tastefully and sympathetically decorated to reflect its origins. A number of period features are on display including exposed beams and timbers, inglenook fireplace, wood latch doors and oak flooring and joinery. The attached renovated barn was carefully reconstructed using as many original materials as possible.The property is approached along a 75m gravel driveway flanked by grass and mature trees to arrive at an area of parking for several cars adjacent to the house and the holiday cottage. The house sits centrally within its plot with unobstructed views over open countryside and accompanied by a large pond to the front. Sunsets can be enjoyed with a glass of wine from a tucked away viewing point. The bed and breakfast accommodation is located in the barn, which is connected to the main house via the kitchen/breakfast room. It provides three double bedrooms all with en suite facilities; one on the ground floor and two on the second floor. These facilities can be accessed through their own separate entrance without the need to enter the main residence. The detached holiday cottage is a delightful bijou abode with a kitchen/breakfast room and sitting room to the ground floor, and two bedrooms and a shower room on the upper floor. The cottage is decorated and furnished to an exceptional standard and welcomes guests, some repeat visitors, throughout the year. The cottage enjoys its own private patio in which to enjoy the countryside views. FEATURES- All of the accommodation is decorated to an exceptional standard and all bathrooms are well appointed with contemporary white sanitary ware- Much of the ground floor accommodation is fitted with oak flooring except for the reception rooms- Kitchen/breakfast room displaying a full height pitched roof ceiling and fitted with bespoke handmade joinery incorporating a double butler's sink, integrated appliances including fridge, freezer, dishwasher and space for a dual fuel Rangemaster - Sitting room with impressive inglenook fireplace housing wood burner, dual aspect windows, carpeted flooring- Utility room with space for washer, dryer and additional kitchen appliances, storage shelving, granite worksurface and under counter sink- First floor master bedroom and en suite shower room with shower cubicle, vanity WC and basin, towel rail and tiled flooring- Two further double bedrooms to first floor, both with built in wardrobes- Family bathroom with shower over bath, vanity basin and WC, towel rail and tiled flooring- Second floor double bedroom with eaves storage- Additional family bathroom to second floor with whirlpool bath, separate walk-in shower, vanity WC and basin, large storage cupboard ideal for clothing storage- Gardens of circa 0.87 acres mainly laid to lawn interspersed with mature trees and seasonal planting, bordered by post and rail fencing, mature hedging and accompanied by a timber framed garden shed for garden equipment storageSITUATIONBarclay Farmhouse is set on the periphery of the historic Wealden village of Biddenden. The property is within a short distance of the village store and post office, primary school, excellent cafe, historic public house and award-winning restaurant The West House. The market town of Tenterden offers a range of independent shops, supermarkets, restaurants and general services with Ashford and Maidstone slightly further afield offering comprehensive facilities and shopping. In addition to John Mayne Primary School in the village further schools nearby include Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre in Tenterden and St Michael's Primary School. Further secondary schools are located in Maidstone and Ashford, and the property is in the catchment area for the highly regarded Cranbrook School. Headcorn provides rail services to London Bridge, Charing Cross and Cannon Street with journey times from under an hour. Ashford International offers services to London St Pancras from just 37 minutes. The A21 and M20 are both accessible giving access to the M25 and national motorway networks, The Channel Tunnel, as well as coastal destinations.Tenterden 4.5 milesCranbrook 5.5 milesA21 11.9 miles - M20 12.5 milesHeadcorn & Station 4.8 milesAshford & International Station 13 miles(All distances are approximate) PROPERTY INFORMATION- Services: Oil fired central heating. Mains water and drainage. Solar panels for electricity provision. LPG connection for Rangemaster.- Local Authority: Ashford Borough Council.- Council Tax band: F (2023/24)- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.DIRECTIONSFrom our offices in Cranbrook turn right onto The Hill. Continue for approximately 5 miles before turning left onto Benenden Road towards Biddenden. The property is located on the left after about a mile at Woolpack Corner. Turn into the driveway and park adjacent to the house.VIEWINGSStrictly by appointment through Jackson-Stops. 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The freehold sale of Apsley House presents an opportunity to acquire 7 x apartments, all let on individual AST's with tenants in situ providing an annual income of £98,490 (£8,207.50 per month). A ready made investment opportunity, perfectly positioned with amenities close by, including the Town Centre which is within a short walk, Ashford International Station (offering fast links into London in around 37 minutes) and the M20 motorway.Apsley House is a stunning grade II listed building presenting a collection of 7 x apartments, split across two floors with 4 of the apartments enjoying their own private entrance and only 3 accessed via a shared communal hallway.The make up of the building comprises 4 x two bedroom apartments, 2 x one bedroom apartments and a very impressive 3 bedroom apartment. Each apartment is quirky and individual, with some enjoying vaulted ceilings.Internal viewings of the individual apartments are available, subject to necessary arrangements being made and are strictly via prior appointment - please contact us to register your interest and arrange.All apartments come with allocated parking For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/rooms_1_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i67668826
I cannot think of a better position to build a new home, especially of this proportion. -- Greg Wood, Director #TheGardenOfEngland A beautifully considered brand-new barn style home situated at the foot of the North Downs between the highly regarded villages of Wye and Brook in the Kent countryside.The building affords some extraordinary proportions including full height living spaces open to the apex. To be finished by the buyer enabling them to create their own choice of final specification which is considered essential for completion of this remarkable home.The property is approached from a long tree lined driveway and hidden from view in a private setting in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.The nearby village of Wye has shops, schools, restaurants and pubs along with a train station connecting with Ashford and Canterbury High Speed services to London. In all about 1.44 acre. SituationThis site is nestled at the foot of the North Downs along Amage Road between the popular villages of Brook and Wye. The plot enjoys a rural and quiet position along with the convenience and amenities that the village of Wye provides just over a mile away. The North Downs boasts stunning countryside, much of which is a special landscape area and designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), the locality is particularly favoured for riding, walking, and cycling. The village of Wye provides shops, surgeries, restaurants, inns, and schools, including the Wye Free School, Lady Joanna Thornhill Primary School and Spring Grove Preparatory School. There is also a railway station connecting with both Canterbury and Ashford Stations.The fast-growing town of Ashford provides shopping, recreational and sports facilities along with a further choice of schools both in the state and independent sectors, HS1 trains to London take just 37-minutes and run every 30 minutes. The M20 motorway on the outskirts of Ashford provides a fast link with the M25, the Port of Dover and the Channel Tunnel. The city of Canterbury is within a few miles and provides a range of educational & shopping facilities, as well as period architecture including Canterbury Cathedral.The buildingDemonstrated by the floor plans and photographs, this new home is of epic proportions, extending to circa 36m x 14m. The contemporary design includes a crisp slate roof structure which gives way to vertically applied timber cladding (currently specified to be cedar). This robust structure is now completely watertight, with high specification triple glazing throughout (including inbuilt blinds and solar operated blinds to bedroom windows), underfloor heating pipework has been installed beneath the screed. The heating system has been designed to run from a heat pump and will also power an air conditioning system. Three Phase electricity is supplied to the site, a fresh water supply is present and a large 'Klargester' has been connected beneath the ground for wastewater. The project to date has been signed off by the local authority Building Control and a Build Warranty provider has also been engaged to offer a new home warranty upon completion. This will be transferrable.Further details available upon request. Our Ref: AHS230369 For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i67604105
A wonderful example of a Grade II listed converted thatched cottage and barn which has been carefully restored with local materials to provide an impressive country home situated in a picturesque and private location. The accommodation boasts a wealth of character features and has been fully refurbished providing generously proportioned rooms arranged over two floors allowing for a flexible arrangement.The ground floor comprises of an entrance hall with cloakroom and doors leading off to the barn, bedroom and kitchen. The attractive kitchen/breakfast room comprises of an extensive range of hand made solid oak units with granite work surfaces, butler sink, integrated appliances and large windows overlooking the rear garden. There is a separate utility room. The main reception space is located in the converted barn with vast vaulted ceilings with a wealth of exposed timbers providing a specular room with oak flooring, gas stove and exposed original stone work. Full length windows and two sets of double doors provides views and access over the garden. The principal bedroom with a range of fitted wardrobes and en suite bathroom and a further bedroom with fitted cupboards completes the ground floor. The first floor provides two further double bedroom and the family bathroom. The property is approached over a private road and onto an area providing ample off road parking and access to the detached heritage style double garage with a first floor currently used as storage space. It is considered that the garage offer potential to be converted into office space or ancillary accommodation subject to planning permission. The gardens and grounds offer wrap around the property and have also benefited from extensive improvements and are now arranged with large expanses of lawn interspersed with mature trees and enclosed by established hedging. The outside terrace is accessed from the barn. The circular stone feature acts as a rewilding area with potential to be converted into a sunken garden or into a wonderful raised pond and water feature. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i69064314
This is a beautiful and stylishly presented home with a wonderful feel to it. It is Listed Grade II. Having evolved from the picturesque period cottage at its heart, and from which it derives its somewhat understated name, the house has grown over the years to provide an extremely elegant family house. Set in lovely gardens and with an excellent holding of land, the property has superb leisure facilities and secondary accommodation, all serving to create a wonderful rural idyll in which to live and enjoy life.The hall opens to the centre of the house, off which the accommodation is arranged. A practical utility room provides a good boot room and laundry space adjoining the very generous kitchen/breakfast room. Arranged around an island and an Aga, there is space for both a dining table and a sitting area making it the hub of the home, perfectly suited to the needs of modern day family life. The elegant drawing room also has a fireplace and in common with the kitchen, occupies a later edition to the house, enjoying generous proportions and French doors leading to the garden. Across the hall a cosy snug and study sit either side of a fine chimney stack with a pair of inglenook fireplaces in the oldest part of the house and adjacent is a super double aspect dining room. Set above the kitchen, on the first floor the good sized principal bedroom and en suite bathroom have views over the gardens. The guest bedroom is also en suite with the three remaining bedrooms being served by a family bathroom.Upstairs there are five double bedrooms, including the generous principal bedroom with its en suite shower room and extensive fitted storage. There is one further large bedroom en suite, while the first floor also has a family bathroom.THE BARNSet a little distance from the house is a stunning oak-framed barn. Built by the current owners, the barn provides a wonderful entertaining space set adjacent to the swimming pool and the tennis court. The open plan ground floor is divided into kitchen, dining and sitting areas with a shower room to one end. Whilst the building caters for lavish poolside entertaining and complements the leisure facilities, it also provides fantastic guest or family accommodation in addition to the main house, having two bedrooms on the first floor, one of which is en suite. The barn also offers excellent scope for use as a holiday let or as home office space, subject to any necessary consents.The property is set in beautiful and extensive gardens and grounds. A gravel driveway leads to the front of the house passing a picturesque pond. The drive leads the other way to the stable yard which incorporates garaging and an excellent storage barn. The gardens provide well maintained lawns, with established flowerbeds and clipped box hedging. A sunken terrace sits adjacent to the house. The swimming pool, tennis court and Willow Barn are set discreetly to the south of the house, sheltered by mature hedging. Beyond the formal gardens are the extensive paddocks, the largest of which has a pond to the centre providing a wildlife habitat. There is an additional access by the junction with the Pluckley Road.This property is located in a hamlet of just four houses, amidst pretty countryside twixt the sought after villages of Pluckley and Bethersden. Pluckley station is conveniently close (1 mile), and allows easy access to various London stations (from 63 minutes). Both villages are well served, with butchers, village Post Offices and pubs, a farm shop, a village hall and a parish church, as well as a primary school. The well-regarded and nearby town of Tenterden offers a wealth of shops, supermarkets, amenities and leisure facilities. Nearby schools include those in Ashford (outstanding-rated Highworth Grammar School and the independent Ashford School). The King's School and others found in Canterbury are easy to access; the trains from Pluckley also allow children to attend school in Tonbridge, Sevenoaks and elsewhere if desired.Ashford International station offers services to London St Pancras International from 36 minutes. The M20 (Junctions 8 or 9) provides easy access towards the M25, London and the Kent coast. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i67988183
Take it from me, a possible Stamp Duty saving and a potential second dwelling, makes this an interesting opportunity -- Alex Davies, Managing Director #TheGardenOfEngland A beautifully situated period farmhouse in the Kent countryside surrounded by its own land of about 6.5 acres, enjoying glorious undulating views with indoor pool, Annexe and Class Q conversion opportunity to create a separate dwelling. A comprehensively refurbished and remodelled farmhouse in the Kent countryside with period origins, providing accommodation equipped for 21st Century living and carefully blended with earlier characteristics.The accommodation features an impressive kitchen/family room complete with bespoke units and a comprehensive range of integral appliances and fittings. In addition to a snug and separate dining room there is a sitting room with a magnificent Inglenook fireplace complete with wood burning stove and an impressive high beamed ceiling. Other ground floor details include a beautifully equipped boot/utility room and a spacious cloakroom, whilst on the first floor, the bedroom accommodation includes a wonderful master suite with fitted dressing room and modern shower room. There are three further en-suite bedrooms, bedroom four and a contemporary family bathroom. The accommodation is complemented by many special features such as cast-iron Victorian style radiators, chrome light and socket switches and a Lutron programmable lighting system. Externally, the house is linked by a covered walkway to a fantastic annexe which includes ancillary accommodation, a double garage and an indoor pool (7.2m x 3.6m) complete with gym, sauna and changing facilities. Part of this additional space could easily be used for home working or consultancy.Proposed Separate DwellingWithin the grounds there is a timber framed outbuilding (approx. 627 sq ft) having consent for conversion to a separate two-bedroom residential dwelling (Planning Reference: 21.0216/AS). This could be separated from the main residence on a separate legal title if required, or used as a holiday let in the interim.Council Tax: Band GBroadband via SkyMobile coverage: 4G Our Ref: FAL210221 For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i68657673
A picturesque Grade II* listed thatched property with detached two bed annexe, heated pool, period barn, all in about 3 acres. DescriptionThe Thatched House, Smarden is a wonderful example of a 15th century timber framed, two bay hall house, which has been designated as a building of special architectural interest and historic note and Grade II* Listed. The property is set amidst well established gardens and grounds of just over 3 acres, and it features a detached two bedroom cottage, a pretty period party barn/gym of good proportions, an outdoor swimming pool, garaging for several cars and former stabling. The internal accommodation retains a wealth of charm and character, with an abundance of exposed timbers and beams and Kingpost to the principal bedroom. Reception rooms include a formal dining room and a very well proportioned sitting/family room/snug with impressive inglenook fireplace, inset wood burning stove and a garden outlook to three aspects.The kitchen/breakfast room was refitted in 2018 by Kitchens Unlimited with shaker-style cupboards, breakfast bar, an electric AGA, AEG electric oven, induction hob and integral dishwasher. There is space for a fridge/freezer. French doors open to the terrace. Off the kitchen there is a triple aspect study with adjoining store room and a utility/boot room, fitted to match the kitchen with space for freestanding appliances.On the first and second floors, the impressive main bedroom is vaulted and features exposed beams and a fine Kingpost, it benefits from a dressing room and an en suite bathroom. There are three further bedrooms and a substantial attic bedroom five, all of which are served by a family shower room, and an en suite WC to bedroom two. The Thatched House is approached via an electric wooden gate opening to a gravel drive and leading to an area of parking and turning and the detached garaging, suitable for a number of cars. Beyond this lies several stables, which are currently used for storage. The property nestles amidst attractive gardens with lawns interspersed with an array of seasonal shrubs, specimen trees, two ponds and a heated outdoor swimming pool with electric cover. Adjoining the gardens to the rear is a paddock.A short distance from the house lies the excellent detached two bedroom single storey cottage, equipped with a fitted kitchen, shower room and sitting room. There is also a lovely timber framed barn which has been converted for recreational purposes, and currently serves as a gym/games room.LocationThis historic and popular village has been winner of 'Best Kept Village' on numerous occasions and also location set for the 1980 film The Mirror Crack'd based on the book by Agatha Christie and starring Elizabeth Taylor and Kim Novak. Local amenities include a Community village store with post office and two electric charging points, butchers, art gallery, a primary school, and three public houses including, on the outskirts, The Smarden Bell. The village also has its own football and cricket clubs, together with various social clubs and Smarden Good Neighbours Scheme.Headcorn (3.8 miles) offers a wider range of shops, restaurants and takeaways and Sainsbury's store. The pretty town of Tenterden with its tree lined high street also has a range of antique shops and a steam railway. Major superstores and retail outlets can be found in Ashford and Maidstone 10.5 and 13 miles respectively.There are a number of golf clubs including Chart Hills, Rye, Tenterden and Dale Hill in Ticehurst. Sailing and fishing at Bewl Water and riding, walking, mountain bike trails plus a climbing and activity centre in Bedgebury Forest and Pinetum.Train services run to London from Headcorn and Pluckley (both just over 3.5 miles away) with access to London Victoria from Charing. A high speed train service runs between London St Pancras and Ashford (10.5 miles) in about 38 minutes.Like many parts of Kent there are an excellent selection of schools in the area. In the state sector there are grammar schools for boys and girls in Ashford, Maidstone, Canterbury and Faversham, various local primary schools and in the private sector independent girl and boy's schools in Cranbrook, Hawkhurst, Ashford, Sutton Valence, Canterbury and Tonbridge.Motorway Links: The M25 can be accessed via the M20 at junction 10 providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airport and other motorway networks.*All distance and travel times are approximate.Square Footage: 2,890 sq ft Acreage: 3.06 AcresDirectionsFrom Cranbrook proceed to Wilsley Pound roundabout and follow the A262 through Sissinghurst to Biddenden. In Biddenden turn left onto the A274 and after about 0.9 of a mile turn right into Smarden Road and proceed for about 2.3 miles, after the sharp left hand bend, The Thatched House will be found shortly on the left hand side. Additional InfoServices: Oil fired central heating, mains electricity and water. Mains drainage.NB: The external photos date from summer 2023. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i69933457
Beautifully presented Grade II listed seven bedroom manor house with stunning detached barn conversion, outbuildings and heated indoor swimming pool. DescriptionGreat Engeham Manor is a most impressive Grade II Listed manor house of excellent proportions, believed to date, in part, from the 15th century with later 17th, 20th and 21st century additions. This interesting home has been sympathetically refurbished with the emphasis on attention to detail, boasting beautifully presented accommodation including a stylish refitted kitchen, bath and shower rooms, a fantastic billiards/function room with its own bar and a heated indoor swimming pool. A short distance from the principal house is the outstanding timber framed barn Great Engeham Barn which was beautifully converted in 2002, and is open to the pitch, incorporating contemporary-style accommodation over two floors, with generous reception space, three bedrooms, a shower room, WC and a private gravelled courtyard garden. This is currently used as a holiday let.The main house exudes character and charm with its abundance of oak timbers and beams. Generously proportioned reception rooms, offer superb areas for entertaining and include an elegant panelled drawing room which is open to the formal dining room, having an open fireplace and log burner and the latter, understood to form part of the original 15th century Wealden Hall house. Further receptions include a sitting room, a music room and a billiards/recreation room with reclaimed bar and door opening to an east facing terrace.The remodelled and bespoke fitted kitchen by Mountshill Woodcraft, features an extensive range of cupboards with two central islands. Appliances comprise an electric three oven Aga with a two door warming oven, an integral microwave/combi oven, an integral fridge and freezer, two integral dishwashers and a filter tap. Off the kitchen there is a separate breakfast room with staircase leading up to first floor. A laundry room with two freestanding washing machines and dryers and an integral dishwasher completes the ground floor.On the first floor are five bedrooms, including the excellent principal suite and the fifth bedroom which is presently used as a study. They are served by luxuriously appointed bath and shower rooms with stylish sanitary ware. The second floor is currently used as a teenager's suite with two attic bedrooms and a shower room.The indoor swimming pool complex incorporates a 44 ft heated pool, a WC and shower room.Approached via sweeping carriage drive the house nestles within its lovely extensive gardens and grounds which feature ancient oak and horse chestnut trees, sweeping level lawns and attractive ponds.LocationThe sought-after town of Tenterden is about 5.8 miles to the south west where there is a wide variety of independent shops, Waitrose and Tesco supermarkets, historic public houses, coffee shops and various restaurants. There is a leisure centre and further sporting facilities nearby include London Beach Golf Club and Spa, Tenterden Golf Club, Chart Hills Golf Club at Biddenden (8 miles), walking and cycle trails through beautiful High Weald countryside and fishing at Tenterden Trout Waters. Chapel Down Vineyard incorporating the highly regarded Swan Restaurant and Biddenden Vineyards are both nearby. The pretty historic hilltop town of Rye with its cobbled streets is about 14 miles away and has an excellent selection of antique shops, restaurants and gift shops. Sport and leisure facilities include Rye Golf Club, Rye Lawn Tennis and Squash Club and various water sports at Camber (16 miles). There is an excellent range of schools in the area in both the state and private sectors catering for children of all ages. These include Tenterden Infant and Junior School, St Michael's Primary School, Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre all in Tenterden, Dulwich Preparatory at Cranbrook, Benenden Girls School, Saint Ronans and Marlborough House at Hawkhurst and Sutton Valence Schools and Tonbridge School. Additionally there are boys' and girls' Grammar Schools at Ashford plus Ashford School and The Kings School Canterbury.Mainline Rail Services: Headcorn station (10 miles) has train services running approximately every 30 minutes to London. A high speed train service runs between Ashford (6.8 miles) and London St Pancras in about 37 minutes. Motorway Links: The M25 can be accessed via the M20 at junction 10 providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airports and other motorway networks.*All distance and travel times are approximate.Square Footage: 6,725 sq ft Acreage: 3.7 AcresDirectionsFrom Tenterden High Street continue through St Michaels to the village of High Halden. In the centre of High Halden turn right into Church Hill signposted to Woodchurch, opposite The Chequers Inn. Proceed along this road to the very end, which is some 2½ miles, where you will reach a crossroads. Turn right and Great Engeham Manor is the first property on your left hand side. Additional InfoServices: Oil fired central heating, mains water and electric. Private drainage. Oil fired heating for the swimming pool. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i68815376
A beautiful Grade II* listed family home on the rural outskirts of the popular village of Biddenden. DescriptionVane Court is a stunning and immaculately presented Grade II* listed home, featured in numerous historic editorials including Pevsner who described the property as "the only house in Biddenden of the Wealden type. The house, which has been dated to 1419, has half-timbered brick and weatherboard elevations under mainly tiled roofs and is partially jettied to both front and rear with flying posts in both the central recesses to both front and rear of the building with later additions at the back of the house.The ground floor has the original entrance hall with an oak staircase to the first floor and a cloaks cupboard. To the right of the hall is a south facing and light drawing room with a beautiful oak framed fireplace and wood burner. To the north side is a magnificent dining room with a splendid inglenook and at the back of the house is a kitchen with American walnut units and granite worktops and oil fired Aga. Beyond the kitchen is a further entrance hall, cloakroom and storage room and off the kitchen is a garden hall, back staircase with oak staircase with beautiful newel posts and finials, an excellent utility room and family room with door into a south facing loggia.From the rear hall is access to the oak framed study/gym with shower room off currently arranged as a bright and stylish office space with access to the sun terrace and garden. There is access to the car port from the rear of the house.The first floor has a landing in various areas with a staircase to a second floor. There is a principal suite, south facing, with a lavishly fitted bathroom. Next is a central bedroom which is a lovely room with walk-in wardrobe and pretty fireplace and a third bedroom to the front.A further landing area and family bathroom leading through a study area and beyond the back stairs are two intercommunicating rooms with a bathroom which would make a fine suite.The second floor has a landing and two bedrooms, one of which is known as the King's Room with a magnificent crown post and fireplace, once occupied by the King of Siam, and bathroom.Vane Court has exceptional gardens. To the south of the house are formal gardens, a sunken rose garden and a water garden with what is known as the King's Pond and a bridge and further areas of water.There is a heated swimming pool enclosed by established hedging and an adjacent tennis court which is also bounded by established hedging. There is an open fronted four bay garage with all mod-cons leading to a series of useful utility areas and on to the house itself.In all about 5.362 acres.LocationVane Court is situated on the outskirts of Biddenden, where there is a general store, beautiful old church, village primary school and public house.Further comprehensive shopping and other facilities can be found in Headcorn, Tenterden and Ashford. Mainline rail services: Headcorn and Pluckley stations provide excellent commuter links to London Bridge, Waterloo East and Charing Cross. A high speed train service runs between Ashford and London St Pancras in about 38 minutes. Education: There are an excellent number of schools in the area in both the state and private sectors at primary and secondary levels. Motorway Links: The M25 can be accessed via the M20 at junction 10 providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airports and other motorway networks, the channel tunnel.Square Footage: 6,652 sq ft Acreage: 5.36 AcresDirectionsFrom Savills office in Cranbrook proceed to Wilsley Pound roundabout. Take the A262 to Sissinghurst and Biddenden. In Biddenden turn left onto the A274 towards Headcorn. Proceed for about 0.9 of a mile and turn right onto Smarden Lane. Continue along this road for 0.6 of a mile and the drive for Vane Court will be found on the right hand side behind a five bar gate. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i69046904
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