In my estimation this has the potential to be a very valuable home in a stunning setting -- Alex Davies, Managing Director #TheGardenOfEngland Offered for sale for the first time ever, a characterful detached house with Art Deco details and planning consent for extension and new garaging.The house is approached from a sweeping driveway in a glorious natural woodland clearing and located in the highly favoured Green Lane at Challock.In all about 1.80 acres A detached family house of character including Art Deco details combining three bedrooms (1 en suite) on the first floor with two principal reception rooms on the ground floor, study/bedroom four and a conservatory.The house would ideally benefit from some updating and has the added attraction of planning consent for extensions and new five bay garaging. The house has not previously been offered for sale on the open market before and is to be sold with no chain. Situated in a wonderful semi woodland location along the highly regarded Green Lane within the centre of this popular village. The property is hidden from view sitting well back within a beautifully screened plot approached by a sweeping gravel driveway with turning circle. The environment is considered very special indeed and such a setting is rarely available.The Kent Downs village of Challock is well known for its wonderful green open space known as 'The Lees' along with extensive walks in the nearby Kings Wood (1500 acres).The village has a farm shop and a popular primary school, village inn and a good range of community activities.From Challock, there is excellent road access to Faversham and the M2 motorway to the north, Maidstone to the north west, Canterbury to the north east and Ashford to the south.The M20 motorway (jct 9) is accessible at Ashford without going into the town and the International Station provides half hourly 37 minute High Speed trains to London St Pancras. Almost all of the major retail providers are represented in Ashford including Waitrose.The area is superbly represented by a choice of good schools both in the state and independent sectors including grammar schools in all of the major destinations mentioned above.Conditions of sale The land is part of a wider ownership and consequently new boundaries have been allocated to The Warren. These are marked out on site with wooden stakes and the purchaser is required to erect fencing within 56 days of completion. Please note that the front garden will be subject to a development covenant in favour of the seller allowing them to share in any future uplift in value arising from development. Planning Ashford Borough Council Ref: 22/00353/AS extensions - dated 02/03/2022 Ref: 21/01848/AS garaging/storage building dated 21/10/2021 Our Ref: ACH170074 For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i71212779
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Available on the market for the first time in nearly 50 years this 1920's detached country property occupies a private yet convenient location on the fringes of the pretty village of Headcorn. The accommodation has benefited from the vendors improvements and extension to provide a comfortable family home and offers further potential for extension (subject to PP).This delightful family provides many character features along with a substantial range of outbuildings and garden and grounds totalling 8.34 acres.Ground Floor The property is accessed through a conservatory allowing for plenty of space for muddy dogs and children alike. There are 2 good size reception rooms both of which have attractive fireplaces and one with a wood burning stove. The impressive family/dining room is a particular highlight with a vaulted ceiling, an abundance of natural light, tiled and double French doors opening out to the surrounding garden. The kitchen/breakfast room is centrally located with a range of wood based wall and floor units, oil fired AGA and an integrated companion hob and oven. The utility room and cloakroom complete the ground floor. First and Second Floor The first floor provides 3 double bedrooms, one with an en suite shower room and a family bathroom. The second floor provides a further double bedroom and a large attic space which is considered to offer potential for further conversion into a bedroom subject to planning permission. OutbuildingsAttached to the side of the property is an extensive range of outbuildings including 2 garages, 5 store rooms, a studio (currently used as a music practice room) and a WC. The large steel framed outbuilding to the rear is currently used as agricultural storage. The detached and well maintained brick built stable block has 2 loose boxes open hay store and is on an area of hardstanding. There is a further substantial agricultural barn in the neighbouring field.Agents Note; There is currently approved planning permission for the singe tandem garage and store rooms nearest to the property to be converted into self-contained ancillary accommodation. Plans are available upon request. Gardens and Grounds The property is approached through a five bar gate on a driveway leading up to the main house with a turning area, space for ample off road parking and access to the garaging. The orchard and field to the right of driveway provides a number of fruit trees, a field shelter and is enclosed by post and rail fencing. The formal garden wraps around the property with a large and level areas of lawn enclosed by mature trees and established hedging. There is a pond and paved terrace to the front providing outside entertaining space. There is a further paddock and 3 fields to the side and rear of the main house enclosed by established hedging and secure fencing. The gardens and grounds total 8.34 acres. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i70201937
An outstanding "turnkey" property with planning permission in this most desirable village. DescriptionBelmont has been the subject of a meticulous and thorough refurbishment campaign that has created a very special family home. Improvements include a stunning and bespoke kitchen/breakfast room and adjoining utility room, the creation of a beautiful principal air conditioned bedroom suite with bespoke dressing room and recently refitted shower room, refurbished family bathroom and ground floor shower room.The whole property is presented in immaculate order throughout with smart white oak-style tiled (underfloor heated) flooring to the majority of the ground floor and plantation blinds to the majority of windows. There is an integrated Sonos sound system throughout the property both internally and outside. The central heating, underfloor and hot water system are all controlled via the nest app. The home security camera system is fully integrated and accessible remotely.The accommodation comprises a porch; reception hall with stairs up; double doors leading into the large drawing room, perfect for entertaining, with glazed doors to the rear terrace and a "state of the art" gas fire taking centre stage.Two further reception rooms include a dining room and a sitting room with sliding glass door to the garden. The impressive kitchen/ breakfast room has a bank of four integrated Bosch ovens including a steaming oven and microwave, full height fridge and separate freezer, inductions Siemens hob with extractor above, two integrated dishwashers, granite work surfaces and a breakfast bar. The utility room is fitted to match with walk-in storage cupboard, granite work surfaces and space for two washing machines and a tumble dryer. A shower room completes the ground floor and is perfectly placed for the rear garden and the swimming pool.Upstairs is equally impressive with an attractive main bedroom with free standing copper bath, a bespoke dressing room and a shower room. Three more double bedrooms are located on this floor, two with walk in under eaves cupboards and a well equipped family bathroom with separate shower.Belmont is set well back from the road with lawned gardens and an extensive driveway providing off road parking for numerous cars. The rear gardens have been cleverly landscaped with entertaining in mind. There is an extensive decked area with heated swimming pool, granite bar with central pizza oven, further paved terrace ideal for "al fresco" dining, and raised planters with an assortment of herbs and two olive trees. The remainder of the garden is lawned with a small orchard with a variety of cherry, apple, pear and quince trees, the whole backing onto farmland. A garden shed houses the pool equipment and there is a utility area to one side where the oil tank is situated.LocationThe historic Kentish village of Pluckley has a variety of amenities including a post-office/general store, primary school, village hall and several public houses. More extensive shopping, restaurants and leisure facilities can be found in Ashford.Fast and frequent services run from Pluckley to London Bridge and Charing Cross, with access to London Victoria from Charing. There is a high speed service from Ashford to London St Pancras in about 37 minutes.There is an excellent selection of schools in both the state and private sectors at primary and secondary levels.The M25 can be accessed via the M20 at junction 10 providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airport and other motorway networks.Square Footage: 2,938 sq ft Acreage: 0.7 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 1.8 miles and turn right onto Bell Lane. Continue along this road for approximately 5 miles and turn left on to Smarden Road and the entrance to Belmont will be found on the right hand side.///musical.technical.sunset Additional InfoPlanning - The property benefits from current planning permission ref 19/00734/AS for a two storey front extension to incorporate annexe accommodation. Also planning permission ref 15/00354/AS for conversion of existing integral garage to kitchen and erection of new detached timber frame garage with accommodation overExternal photographs date from July 2021 For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i70563410
A charming five bedroom unlisted barn conversion located in an area of outstanding natural beauty. DescriptionOriginally a former Byre and understood to date from over 300 years ago, this impressive, detached family home has been completely converted. The house is beautifully presented and well maintained to offer highly adaptable living accommodation and occupies a tranquil rural setting in the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. On the ground floor, the entrance hall leads to a fantastic 40ft x 20ft sitting room, understood to be the original barn, incorporating versatile sitting and family areas, an attractive brick fireplace with a wood burning stove sits at one end of this room and bi-fold doors lead out to the side and rear of the property. There is a fitted kitchen/breakfast room with a range of cupboards, appliances include a dishwasher, Cooke & Lewis induction hob, Hotpoint double oven and a free-standing Hotpoint fridge. A door leads through to a cloakroom along with access to the side of the property. Off the entrance hall there is a utility room fitted to match the kitchen and a small boiler room.Parish Farm Barn offers great potential for multi-generational living. Understood to be the formal milking parlour, the dining room enjoys a delightful triple aspect and leads through to another room which is currently used as a gym and a separate shower room. Stairs lead up to the first floor where there are two bedrooms. This part of the property offers an excellent opportunity for potential purchasers to fulfil individual requirements, subject to the necessary planning consents. The oak staircase from the sitting room, leads to an impressive vaulted galleried landing where there are three further bedrooms, a study, and a family bathroom. The principal bedroom has a vaulted ceiling, a well-proportioned ensuite bathroom, separate dressing room and superb easterly views over neighbouring land. Parish Farm Barn is approached via gates which open to a generous gravelled parking area. The gardens lie predominantly to the east and south of the barn with mature beech hedging, picket fencing, various fruit trees and an oak tree.LocationParish Farm Barn is located about 2 miles north of the sought after village of Hastingleigh with it's range of local amenities and Bowl Inn public house. More comprehensive shopping facilities can be found in Wye (4.1 miles) including pharmacy, village hall, several public houses, library, school and wide range of local shops and cafes. The market town of Ashford (10.2 miles) with further amenities and schooling both in the state and independent sectors.Wye Station (4.5 miles) and Westenhanger (9.4 miles) have frequent services to London Bridge, Waterloo East and London Charing Cross. A high speed train service runs between Ashford (9.1 miles) and London St Pancras in about 37 minutes.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 Bodsham, Brabourne and Stowting Primary Schools. Additionally there are boys' and girls' Grammar Schools at Ashford plus Ashford School and The Kings School Canterbury.The North Downs countryside is amongst the most attractive in Kent and much is designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Consequently, there are many lovely walks and rides surrounding the village.*All distance and travel times are approximate.Square Footage: 3,253 sq ft Acreage: 0.25 AcresDirectionsFrom Ashford proceed on the Canterbury road and at the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto the A28. Proceed for approximately 1.5 miles and at the crossroads turn right onto Harville road. Proceed through Wye in an easterly direction for about 4.3 miles and turn left onto Waltham road. At the crossroads turn left into Hassell Street and after about 0.5 of a mile the entrance to the property will be found on your left hand side. Additional InfoServices: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i71580217
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
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
A new England-style five bedroom family property set in about 2.2 acres and within the Cranbrook School catchment area 2024. DescriptionOakwood is a detached family home which is believed to date from the1930s and has been remodelled and refurbished in more recent years. Set well back from the road amidst established gardens and woodland, this New England-style property features light family accommodation which flows well and is arranged over two floors, with engineered oak flooring to most rooms and a bespoke staircase leading up to a galleried landing.Internal accommodation comprises a glazed porch leading to a lovely reception hall, a well proportioned dual aspect sitting room with Jotul wood burning stove and French doors to the gardens. An arch leads through to the adjoining dining room, and combined they provide the ideal space for family and entertaining. There is also a family/games room with double doors to the rear terrace and a study/home office. The kitchen/breakfast room is equipped with a comprehensive range of cupboards, an electric AGA and various integral Neff appliances including a double oven, a dishwasher, a fridge and freezer. Completing the ground floor is a utility room with fitted cupboards and space for white goods and separate garden access.Off the light and airy galleried landing there are five bedrooms together with four bath or shower rooms, three being en suite and all with modern sanitary ware. The main bedroom is a lovely room with a Juliet balcony, a dressing room and a modern en suite bathroom with freestanding bath and a separate shower.Oakwood is approached via electric double gates with the drive winding around through the trees to the parking to one side of the house and the garaging. The gardens, which adjoin woodland to the rear, are mainly laid to lawn with an array of trees, rhododendrons, azaleas and a pond. There is an outdoor swimming pool with paved surround and a pool house.LocationOakwood lies approximately two miles from Biddenden village, where there are various amenities, including a Post Office, general store, a restaurant, tea rooms and hairdresser. More comprehensive shopping can be found in Tenterden and Cranbrook which are about 3.5 miles and 5.2 miles away. Tunbridge Wells (19 miles) has excellent shopping, restaurants, boutiques, cinema and leisure bowling complex.Mainline rail services to London run from Headcorn (6.2 miles) or Staplehurst (9.2 miles), with a high speed train service from Ashford to London St Pancras in about 37 minutes.The property is situated within Cranbrook School catchment (2024). There is an excellent range of schools in the area in both the state and private sectors at primary and secondary level. Primary schools include John Mayne in Biddenden, Benenden and Sissinghurst. Local comprehensive schools include Homewood School in Tenterden and there are various private schools including Dulwich Preparatory School in Cranbrook, Saint Ronans and Marlborough House in Hawkhurst and Benenden Girls School.Motorway links: The M25 via the A21 can be accessed at J5 and the M20 via J8, providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airports and other motorways.*All mileages and journey times are approximate.Square Footage: 3,779 sq ft Acreage: 2.23 AcresDirectionsFrom Savills Cranbrook proceed into Stone Street continue out of the town towards Golford crossroads passing Dulwich Preparatory School on the right hand side. Travel straight on towards Tenterden for about 2.7 miles and turn right towards Benenden Hospital. Oakwood will be found shortly on the right hand side. Additional InfoServices: Oil fired central heating via radiators. Mains water and electric. Private shared drainage. FTTP - Fibre to the property.The swimming pool image has been supplied by the vendor. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i70967110
A beautifully presented country property with annexe and indoor pool, set within lovely gardens and grounds. DescriptionLittle Meadow Farm is a most impressive country property which occupies a lovely landscaped setting and is surrounded by beautifully maintained lawned gardens and grounds. This architect designed property has been extended by the current owners and is presented to an extremely high standard and specification with accommodation being situated over two floors and served by a glass fronted lift. In addition to the main house there is a detached two bedroom annexe with private garden and parking, together with a range of versatile outbuildings and a superb indoor pool.This light, airy and substantial home boasts comfortable accommodation, enjoying well proportioned rooms and a Control4 home automation system compatible with a multiple selection of features at the touch of a button, including lighting, blinds, air conditioning, music and TV systems, under floor heating and the intercom.The reception rooms provide ideal family areas and comprise a sitting room with circular wood burning stove and French doors to a south facing terrace, a playroom/snug and a wonderful 37 ft open plan kitchen/dining/family room, perfect for both formal and informal entertaining.The kitchen/dining/family room is an outstanding space, with the family area and bi fold doors leading to an outer terrace situated to one end and the stylish bespoke fitted kitchen and dining area to the other. There are an extensive range of cupboards, a central island and appliances include Siemens ovens, an induction hob, integral dishwasher and fridge drawers.Off the kitchen is a laundry room with space for various freestanding white goods. There is also a separate utility room with further storage, external access and a WC.Completing the well laid out ground floor accommodation is a versatile guest bedroom (six) suite which benefits from an en suite wet room with electric Aqualisa shower.There are five bedrooms over the first floor, served by a family bathroom and three en suite shower rooms, all equipped with modern white sanitary ware. The principal bedroom suite incorporates a generous bedroom complete with dressing area, a variety of fitted cupboards, air conditioning and a sitting area with lovely views over the gardens. The well appointed shower room benefits from underfloor heating.A superb feature, located adjacent to the house, is the indoor hydrotherapy pool which has been designed and installed by Origin Pools. Complete with wi-fi, TV and speakers, it features bi-fold and French doors that open to a southerly facing terrace. There is a wet room, WC and concealed plant room.Electrically operated gates with entry system, provide access via a drive flanked by manicured lawns with an abundance of both mature and specimen trees.Attractive substantial paved terraces extend to the east and south of the house providing the perfect areas for al fresco entertaining and one with a Renson Outdoor canopy with louvred roof, electric blinds and lighting.Further recreational facilities include a Caldera Spa hot tub and an excellent designated children's adventure play area with bark chippings.The extensive selection of outbuildings comprise a machinery store, double garage and further triple garage block. Completing the wonderful grounds is an enclosed field to the north, which is currently down to grass.Situated to the north of the house is a flexible detached single storey annexe, which comprises an open plan living and kitchen area, together with two bedrooms, an en suite shower room and a bathroom. Outside it benefits from private parking and an enclosed garden.LocationLittle Meadow Farm lies about 2.3 miles to the south of the pretty historic village of Biddenden, where there are various amenities, including a Post Office, general store, a restaurant, tea rooms and hairdresser.Comprehensive shopping can be found in Tenterden and Cranbrook which are about 3.8 miles equidistant. Tunbridge Wells (18.6 miles) has excellent shopping, restaurants, boutiques, cinema and leisure bowling complex.Mainline rail services to London run from Headcorn (6 miles) or Staplehurst (8.7 miles), with a high speed train service from Ashford to London St Pancras in about 37 minutes.There is an excellent range of schools in the area in both the state and private sectors at primary and secondary level. Primary schools include Benenden, Sissinghurst and John Mayne in Biddenden. Local comprehensive schools include Homewood School in Tenterden. Little Meadow Farm is situated within Cranbrook Grammar School catchment and there are various private schools including Dulwich Preparatory School in Cranbrook, Saint Ronans and Marlborough House in Hawkhurst and Benenden Girls School.Motorway links: The M25 via the A21 can be accessed at J5 and the M20 via J8, providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airports and other motorways.*All mileages and journey times are approximate.Square Footage: 4,718 sq ft Acreage: 6.04 AcresDirectionsFrom Savills office in Cranbrook proceed down the High Street into Stone Street continue out of the town towards Golford crossroads passing Dulwich Preparatory School on the right hand side. Travel straight on towards Tenterden forabout 2.6 miles and the entrance to Little Meadow Farm will be found on the left hand side. Additional InfoServices: LPG fired central heating. Mains electricity and water. Private drainage.Local Authority: Ashford Borough CouncilAnnexe - CThe Barn - BAgent's NotePlease note The Barn is a twin unit caravan for use as an annexe ancillary to the main house, as per planning reference 19/00774/AS. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ashford-d196295/for-sale_i71554128
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
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