Stede House is an immaculately presented contemporary, country home offering a comfortable lifestyle. Extending to over 3,500 sq ft, the house has an excellent range of generous reception areas, the flow of which provides a fantastic living and entertaining space.A bright lobby opens into the first of these rooms, an elegant reception hall/dining room. Sitting adjacent, a formal sitting room enjoys an outlook over the garden through large, glazed doors and leads through to a fabulous garden room on the corner of the house which opens into the kitchen/breakfast room. Arranged around a central island, the kitchen has plenty of work and storage space. Beyond this a library/snug with a vaulted ceiling is a tranquil space with doors to the garden. A utility room, a study and a cloakroom complete the accommodation on the ground floor.Stairs rise to a bright landing lit from above by a skylight. To the back of the house a super principal bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and doors to a balcony. The room benefits from a double dressing room and an en suite shower room. Four further well-appointed bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.Adjacent to the house a fabulous, covered terrace provide an alfresco entertaining space and provides a covered connection to a large games room with a useful studio room above.Stede House is approached via a pair of wrought iron gates between sweeping brick walls. An expansive drive provides ample parking in front of a timber-framed car port with 7.4kw EV charging point and access to a further double garage.The level gardens surround the house and are laid to lawn, with mature trees and planting providing interest, together with a pond. A large terrace close to the house provides a wonderful spot from which to enjoy the views behind the house. The covered terrace adds a further dimension to the garden enabling year-round al fresco entertaining if desired.Stede House lies deep in the North Downs AONB, in an exceptional landscape characterised by undulating farm and woodland. The countryside can be enjoyed by cycling the lanes, or walking/riding the network of footpaths and bridleways. The Ringlestone Inn gastropub is just 0.5 mile away with fine dining and cosy bars.Harrietsham has many facilities, including a Co-op, M&S Food Hall at the service station, a doctor's surgery, primary school, ancient church, and a station with trains to London from 73 minutes. Further amenities are available in Lenham, Headcorn and the county town of Maidstone. Transport links are excellent, with the M20 (Junction 8) close by. The local area is home to a plethora of well-regarded schools, including state grammars in Maidstone and Sutton Valence Independent School. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_harrietsham-d528900/for-sale_i67996274
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This very light and bright L-shaped property was built around 2008 and nestles in spacious grounds in an AONB. It is accessed via an outer gravel parking area where you can park numerous vehicles that leads to an inner parking area and a large double garage. The solid oak front door opens into the superb partially double height entrance hall with French doors to the garden and stairs to the galleried landing overlooking the hall. The elegant dual aspect lounge includes a stone fireplace and gas fire, French doors to the rear terrace and a wide archway to an almost double height additional dual aspect seating area. There is also a dual aspect dining room with a large storage cupboard and French doors to a terrace, a cloakroom, coat cupboard and the stunning triple aspect kitchen/diner with its central chimney breast, seating area and raised fireplace, picture windows and access to the garden. There is a superb kitchen area with a walk-in pantry, units with granite worktops housing upmarket appliances, an adjacent utility room and an archway to garden room style breakfast area with doors to a terrace. The galleried landing includes access to the loft, vast windows overlooking the front garden and leads to the family bathroom and five double bedrooms including a guest room with built in cupboards and en suite facilities and the main bedroom with an en suite bathroom and mirrored wardrobes. Outside the lounge and dining room is a terrace and another terrace adjacent to the breakfast room surrounded by lawns interspersed with a variety of trees including fruit trees and shrub borders backing onto fields.What the Owner says:We moved here soon after the property was built and it has been a wonderful home for the past 14 years but we need to downsize. Chillenden is a friendly village with its Norman church and village hall as well as the renowned Griffin's Head pub. It is not far to Adisham with its primary school rated Outstanding by Ofsted and where the trains link up with the Canterbury stations and the high speed train that can whisk you to St Pancras in under an hour. While nearby Aylesham provides for our immediate day to day needs and we are quite close to Wingham with its pubs, surgery, village store and primary school. There are excellent grammar schools in nearby Sandwich and Canterbury and top private schools in Canterbury. Here you will also find three universities and a further education college as well as high street stores, individual shops, restaurants and historical buildings.Room sizes:Breakfast Area: 11'11 x 9'5 (3.63m x 2.87m)Kitchen/Diner: 25'9 x 18'9 (7.85m x 5.72m)Utility Room: 9'3 x 7'6 (2.82m x 2.29m)Pantry: 4'10 x 3'8 (1.47m x 1.12m)Entrance Hall: 18'11 x 12'1 (5.77m x 3.69m)CloakroomLounge: 19'3 x 14'9 (5.87m x 4.50m)Snug Area: 10'9 x 8'1 (3.28m x 2.47m)Dining Room: 14'9 x 12'4 (4.50m x 3.76m)FIRST FLOORGalleried LandingBedroom 2: 13'1 x 12'1 (3.99m x 3.69m)En Suite Shower Room: 10'3 x 6'8 (3.13m x 2.03m)Bedroom 1: 14'10 into fitted cupboard x 14'6 (4.52m x 4.42m)En Suite Bathroom: 9'11 x 6'1 (3.02m x 1.86m)Bedroom 5/Study: 13'5 x 10'2 (4.09m x 3.10m)Family Bathroom: 11'3 x 6'5 (3.43m x 1.96m)Bedroom 4: 10'8 x 9'7 (3.25m x 2.92m)Bedroom 3: 13'1 x 10'1 (3.99m x 3.08m)OUTSIDEFront GardenDrivewayDouble Garage: 18'10 x 18'6 (5.74m x 5.64m)Rear Garden The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. We are pleased to offer our customers a range of additional services to help them with moving home. None of these services are obligatory and you are free to use service providers of your choice. Current regulations require all estate agents to inform their customers of the fees they earn for recommending third party services. If you choose to use a service provider recommended by Fine & Country, details of all referral fees can be found at the link below. If you decide to use any of our services, please be assured that this will not increase the fees you pay to our service providers, which remain as quoted directly to you. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_chillenden-d615455/for-sale_i71451314
A handsome and impeccably presented detached family home located on the outskirts of this sought-after village with pretty, rural views and excellent transport links. Light, spacious and beautifully appointed, it offers over 4,000 square feet of living space.Full Description - Description: Ashurst is situated on the outskirts of the sought after village of Pluckley, with direct views across open countryside to the front. The main house presents luxurious and spacious accommodation with 'state-of-the-art' technology making it a future proof home. One of the outstanding features is the high specification self-contained one-bedroom annexe with versatile mezzanine area. This magnificent property provides a wonderful family home, being close to local amenities and excellent transport links to London and the South Coast.The property is approached via a private driveway with parking for multiple cars and a large double garage with electric shutters. To the rear is a secluded south facing garden mainly laid to lawn with paved terrace perfect for outdoor entertaining.The solid Oak front door opens into a large entrance hall with cloak cupboard and cloakroom. The open plan kitchen/dining room/family room benefits from a large island unit with breakfast bar seating. The kitchen area has a range of wall and counter units together with granite surfaces and fully integrated Bosch appliances. Large bi-fold doors lead out to a south-facing garden. The drawing room has a large brick-built fireplace with wood burning stove. The cinema room, study, family room and utility room complete the ground floor accommodation.To the first floor, there are five double bedrooms (three with en suites) and a well-appointed family bathroom. The master bedroom suite benefits from a walk-in wardrobe and en suite with dual vanity.In addition to the main residence, the self-contained annexe comprises open plan kitchen/ living room with air conditioning, log burner, double bedroom and shower room.The property benefits from underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and annexe, Ilux smart showers and bath, Cat 6 cabling, Sonos speakers with DAB, CCTV and Red Care alarm.Pluckley village offers a good range of local amenities, primary school and railway station. Biddenden, Headcorn and the market town of Tenterden are easily accessible, as are the larger centres of Tunbridge Wells and Ashford. There is an excellent choice of schools in the area, both state and private.Agents note - The hot tub, cinema system and bar located in the annexe are subject to separate negotiations.Location - Ashurst is situated on the edge of the village of Pluckley, which benefits from a lovely church, local shop, post office, village hall and pub.Day-to-day amenities can be easily accessed while, for a wider range of shops and leisure facilities, Ashford is just a few miles away. The area benefits from a good selection of well-regarded schools, in both the state and private sectors such as Headcorn Primary, St Ronans, Bethany School, Sutton Valence, Highworth Grammar in Ashford and The Kings School, Canterbury. There are excellent transport links, including a mainline station within walking distance, which provides a direct train service to London. Trains services from Ashford International include a fast service to London (37 minutes). The Channel Tunnel is 19.5 miles distant via junction 9 of the M20. The M20 also gives good access to cross channel services at Dover (27.3 miles) EPC: CCouncil: Ashford Borough Council Utilities: Mains Electricity, Mains Gas, Mains Water and DrainagePrice: £1,395,000 For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_pluckley-d548066/for-sale_i69083263
Occupying an enviable position adjoining fields and surrounded by beautiful countryside, a charming detached Grade II listed property oozing character and charm with a wonderful homely feel throughout. With excellent versatile accommodation across the ground floor, the fabulous drawing room and dining room form the heart of the house and being part open to one-another, create a lovely space to sit, dine and entertain. Both have very attractive exposed timbers, beams and joinery and there is an impressive inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove in the drawing room and French doors open directly to the garden from the dining room. A separate sitting room doubles up well as an occasional bedroom with part stone walls and more beautiful joinery and with an open divide, one end is currently utilised as a fine study. Doors open to a fantastic triple aspect garden room with superb outlooks, flagstone floor and with air conditioning, is a wonderful room that can be used all year round. There is a downstairs bathroom and completing the ground floor accommodation is a beautiful kitchen and part open breakfast room; superbly fitted with floor and wall mounted units, a range of appliances including a AGA and doors to the side and rear gardens. On the first floor, the principal bedroom is a very impressive triple aspect room with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, timbers and joinery and air conditioning. The two remaining bedrooms are equally charming and all are very well served by the family bathroom.OutsideA brick -paved driveway provides parking for a number of cars as well as access to the triple-storey double garage an excellent building with spacious basement, space for two cars plus equipment on the ground floor and an office/storage room on the second. The gardens and grounds surround the house are a delightful blend of established plants, shrubs and trees, expanses of lawn and areas of mature woodland with ponds. There are various terraces and patios positioned to enjoy the sun at differing times of day and even a covered circular gazebo ensuring alfresco dining whatever the weather. A kitchen garden, sheltered by Beech hedging has superb and productive raised beds and greenhouse and there is a hidden working area for pottering, storage and composting. In all just over 2 acres.SituationThe house occupies an enviable position within the hamlet of Chiddingstone Hoath, in The High Weald - an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to the historic villages of Penshurst, Hever and Chiddingstone and yet only about 50 minutes to London Bridge. A number of fantastic footpaths and bridle paths are on the doorstep giving direct access to some stunning countryside and there are a number of very well-known country pubs within walking/rambling distance of the house including The Rock Inn and Kingdom an exceptional place to visit. Tunbridge Wells is approximately 6.5 miles away for excellent shopping facilities and there are renowned schools, including grammar schools in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks and Chiddingstone Primary School rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted is less than 3 miles away. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_chiddingstone-hoath-d590121/for-sale_i70604573
I can see lots of possibilities with this superb property -- Alex Davies, Managing Director #TheGardenOfEngland An exceptionally well presented and updated 4 bedroom (2 En-suite) detached family house set in gardensof 1.93 acres including a snooker room, tennis court, stables and a swimming pool. A detached family house believed to have been built in the mid-1980's and offering spacious accommodation surrounded by the most attractive gardens offering privacy, seclusion andleisure facilities.A considerable amount of updating and improvement work has been carried out over the years, including replacement windows and doors, double glazed conservatory, a recent kitchen with 'Miele' appliances, new bathrooms and a large patio terrace with connecting hard footpaths.The accommodation is well presented and could easily be configured to accommodate an annexe or provide for additional bedrooms and ensuite facilities if required.The house is approached via electric entrance gates leading on to a gravel driveway with plenty of parking and turning space including a double garage with remote operated doors.The gardens and grounds extend to about 1.93 acres and are laid to well-kept lawns, beds, shrubs and trees with bonded pathways and a large, paved terrace. Towards the rear boundary is an all-weather tennis court. To one side of the house is an outside snooker room with wc, which could be converted to an annexe subject to any necessary consent. There is an outdoor swimming pool area with store and pool shed.The village of Westenhanger has a mainline railway station connecting with Ashford International (HS1).The M20 motorway is just over a mile from the village providing swift access to the Channel Tunnel, Port of Dover and the M25. The Cinque Port Town of Hythe is within 3 miles offering a good range of everyday facilities including Waitrose and Aldi supermarkets as well asbathing beaches and the historic Royal Military Canal.Close by is the village of Lympne which has a village store/Post office, Zoo Park and Castle. The thriving Market Town of Ashford is about 12 miles distant with its high-speed trains taking just 38 minutes to London St. Pancras. A connecting train service is available from Westenhanger station, with a short wait at Ashford.The Cathedral City of Canterbury lies to the Northvia the B2068 including universities and major shopping outlets.The surrounding area is well served by schools both in the state and independent sectors.Ideally placed to take advantage of the proposed flagship 'Otterpool Park' garden town.Tenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax Band: GBroadbandMobile phone signal Our Ref: AEA230001 For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_westenhanger-d609194/for-sale_i71405237
Coombe Bank is a handsome, classically proportioned Georgian country house with a cottage annexe set in approx. 3.6 acres of gardens and paddocks on a quiet rural lane backing on to open countryside near the village of Boughton Monchelsea. Unlisted, the beautifully presented accommodation comprises of: Entrance Hall, Drawing Room, Sitting Room, Dining Room, Study, Cinema room, Family Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Laundry Room, Cloakroom, Principal Bedroom with en-suite, Dressing Room, 3 further Bedrooms and a Family Bathroom. Set in the grounds the former Coach House has been converted into a detached cottage with comfortable annexe accommodation of: Sitting Room, Kitchen, Bedroom, Cloakroom and Bathroom. There is also a detached barn-style triple garage/garden store with a Games Room/Office on the first floor. The well-established mature formal grounds extending to approx. 1 acre include a partial walled former kitchen garden with original tile roofed potting shed. Coombe Bank also benefits from approx. 2.6 acres of paddock. Location: Coombe Bank House is situated on a quiet country lane on the periphery of Boughton Monchelsea village. The village is mentioned in the Domesday Book as Boltone, which means 'where Willows grow'. Commonly known as Quarry Hills, Boughton Monchelsea lies on the ragstone ridge situated between the North Downs and the Weald of Kent. Locally quarried ragstone has been used in construction of some of our national treasures including Westminster Abbey, Rochester Castle and original part of St.Pauls Cathedral. Boughton Monchelsea's Norman church which lies just over the brow of the hill overlooking the Weald beyond, was built in around 1100. The church lychgate was constructed in 1470 and is believed to be the second oldest in the country. Local infrastructure: The Village has a few shops and a couple of welcoming historic country inns and further shopping facilities are to be found in nearby Coxheath and Staplehurst. Maidstone is some 4 miles away offering a wider variety of in and out of town shopping centres, supermarkets, theatres, cinemas, restaurants and bars. Ideally positioned for the commuter is Marden railway station (some 6 miles away) providing services to London Bridge, Waterloo, Charing Cross and Cannon Street. Maidstone East Station provides services to London Victoria in an hour or so. Marden also connects to Ashford International which provides the fast service to St. Pancras and to Europe. The Motorway network (M20) can be easily accessed at Junction 8 near Hollingbourne or Junctions 4,5,6 & 7 Nr. Maidstone. Kent is renowned for the quality, choice and commitment to excellence of its educational system in both the public and private sector. Noteworthy schools in the area include: Sutton Valence Independent School (preparatory and senior), and the Maidstone Grammar Schools. Coombe Bank House is also well placed for Benenden(girls) and Tonbridge(boys) Schools and King's in Canterbury,. Coombe bank house history: Originally named Combe Garden, Coombe Bank House is believed to have been built by the Joy family. Highly regarded, artist Thomas Musgrove Joy was born in Boughton Monchelsea famous for his painting of Grace Darling and her heroics he had exhibitions at the Royal Academy and was commissioned by Queen Victoria to paint The Prince and Princess of Wales. Some of his works still hang in the Parish Church. An engraved brick within the Cottage bears his name and is dated 1828. Description: Coombe Bank House is a handsome unlisted late Georgian country house which dates to the early 19th century with later additions in the early 20th century. Of brick construction the house features attractive sash windows and a Doric columned portico front entrance, all beneath a hipped and pitched tiled roof. The old Coach House within the grounds has been lovingly converted and serves as annexe accommodation, ideal for guests, staff or family. The grounds extend to approximately 3.6 acres of beautiful gardens featuring pretty borders, mature fruit trees, terraces for outdoor entertaining and a partially walled garden. A barn-style garage for two vehicles and a garden store/workshop together with an impressive first floor games room/office complete the accommodation. From the front of the house a stunning porch with portico and Doric columns leads to a heavy wooden door with windows to the front which opens into the: Entrance hall: 14' 8 x 7' 1 (4.48m x 2.17m) max. Ceiling height: 9' 0 (2.74m) max. A welcoming room with panelled doors leads to the drawing room, sitting room and inner hallway. Stairs ascend to the first floor galleried landing. Italian stone flooring, grey Axminster fitted carpet to stairs, ornate cornicing, bespoke cast iron radiator. Drawing room: 17' 7 x 15' 9 (5.38m x 4.81m) max. Ceiling height: 9' 0 (2.74m). A stunning room with period features. Sash bay windows with shutters overlooking the gardens to the front of the property. A focal point of the room is an arched period cast iron fireplace with attractive pale marble surround, hearth and matching mantle over. Classic polished oak floor boarding, picture rail, ornate cornicing, bespoke cast iron radiators and TV points. Sitting room: 17' 7 x 15' 1 (5.38m x 4.60m) max. Ceiling height: 9' 0 (2.74m) max.. An attractive room with matching sash bay windows with shutters to the front. Period cast iron fireplace with black marble hearth and an impressive black/white marble surround, matching mantle over. Classic polished oak floor boarding, bespoke cast iron radiators and wall lighting. Inner hallway: Leading to: Cloakroom: 5' 6 x 5' 9 (1.7m x 1.8m) max. Ceiling height: 8' 2 (2.51) max. Fitted with classic white WC and a hand basin, high-level inset window. Cupboard housing consumer units and electricity meters. Italian stone flooring, bespoke cast iron radiator and inset ceiling lighting. Kitchen/breakfast room: 23' 9 x 14' 5 (11.3m x 4.39m) max. Ceiling height: 8' 11 (2.73m) max. Casement windows to the rear and the side provide garden views as does the glazed door to the rear garden terrace. A country kitchen reflecting period features with bespoke Fired Earth free standing oak units, including a butcher's block, dresser and central island. Double Butler sink with lava stone draining boards with cupboards under. A three oven electric aga, integrated dishwasher, American-style fridge/freezer. Generous dining area with a range of hand painted cupboards incorporating storage space, shelving and hot water tank. Italian stone floor, bespoke cast iron radiators and inset lighting. Door to: Lobby: Door to rear garden. Door to: Dining room: 16' 4 x 12' 11 (4.97m x 3.94m) max. Ceiling height: 8' 11 (2.71m) max. A light and well proportioned double aspect room with French doors opening out to the front. Polished Oak floor boarding, period cast iron fireplace with decorative surround and mantle over black marble hearth, bespoke cast iron radiator, ornate cornicing and central chandelier. Leading to; basement level: Carpeted stairs lead down to: Lower hall: With Storage cupboard. Neutral fitted carpet. Inset lighting. Opening to: Cinema room: 13' 5 x 10' 0 (4.1m x 3.0m) max. Window well to front. Cinema system including projection unit, screen and surround sound. Neutral fitted carpet, radiator and inset ceiling lighting. Opening to: Library alcove: 5' 2 x 5' 6 (1.6m x 1.7m) max. Ceiling height: 6' 9 (2.1m) max. Book shelves and wine storage to three walls. Neutral fitted Carpet and inset ceiling lighting. Door to:: Store/cupboard: 6' 0 x 5' 0 (1.8m x 1.5m) Opening to: Study: 9' 4 x 8' 2 (3.0m x 2.5m) max. Ceiling height: 6' 9 (2.1m) max. Window well to front. Neutral fitted carpet, radiator and inset lighting. Door to: Laundry room: 9' 4 x 8.2 (3.0m x 2.5m) max. Ceiling height: 6' 9 (2.1m) max. Double butler sink with oak drainers to sides and cupboards under, shelves, plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer. Slate floor, radiator and inset lighting. Returning to the entrance hall, stairs lead to: First floor: Galleried landing: 19' 11 x 8' 8 (6.07m x 2.64m) max. Ceiling height: 8' 10 (2.70m) max. Sash window overlooking the front garden. Wooden panelled doors lead to the principal bedroom suite, bedroom 2, bedroom 3, the dressing room and family bathroom. Grey Axminster fitted carpet and central chandelier. Principal bedroom: 15' 10 x 14' 8 (4.83m x 4.47m) max. Ceiling height: 8' 10 (2.69m) max. A delightful room with sash window, overlooking the front garden. Classic polished oak floor boarding, period cast iron fire place (capped) with pale marble hearth, picture rail, ornate cornicing, bespoke cast iron radiator and central chandelier. Wooden panelled door to: En-suite shower room: 9' 8 x 6' 2 (3.0m x 1.88m) max. Ceiling height: 7' 11 (2.41m) max. Double glazed window to the side. Fully tiled wall to wall shower with drench shower, fitted with white suite comprising WC and inset hand basin, vanity unit under, Italian stone floor, bespoke cast iron radiator, heated chrome towel rail and inset lighting, bedroom 2: 14' 8 x 14' 6 (4.48m x 4.42m) max. Ceiling height: 8' 9 (2.67) max. Sash window overlooking the front garden. Built-in wardrobe, period cast iron fire place (capped) with pale marble hearth, picture rail, neutral fitted carpet, bespoke cast iron radiator with central ceiling lighting. Bedroom 3: 14' 3 x 13' 8 (4.34m x 4.17m) max. Ceiling height: 8' 10 (2.69m) max. Casement window to side. Built-in wardrobe, period cast iron fireplace (capped) with pale marble hearth, picture rail, neutral fitted carpet, bespoke cast iron radiator and central ceiling lighting. Dressing room: 14' 0 x 11' 9 (4.28m x 3.59m) max. Ceiling height.: 8' 10 (2.69m) max. Bespoke handmade range of wardrobes, shelving, shoe racks and rails. (note: Window concealed behind wardrobes). Neutral fitted carpet, bespoke cast iron radiator and inset ceiling lighting. Family bathroom: 10' 3 x 7' 8 (3.13m x 2.35m) max. Ceiling height.: 8' 8 (2.66m) max. Casement windows overlooking the gardens to the rear. Hand painted room with beautiful Sottini white suite comprising WC, pedestal hand basin, free standing claw foot shower/bath, extractor, bespoke cast iron radiator and central crystal chandelier lighting. Stairs leading up to: Second floor landing: Latch doors to bedroom 4 and adjacent shower room. Neutral fitted carpeting. Bedroom 4: 22' 3 x 13' 4 (6.8m x 4.1m) max. Ceiling height: 6' 10 (2.10m) max. Spacious double aspect attic room. Fitted wardrobes, radiator, neutral fitted carpet and central fan ceiling lighting (Note: Low-level door provides access to a large partially boarded eaves storage area). Shower room: 11' 2 x 5' 0 (3.4m x 1.5m) max. Ceiling height: 6' 8 (2.10m) max. Shower with drench shower, wc and washbasin with vanity unit, riven slate floor, chrome towel rail with inset lighting. (Note: Low-level door provides access to a large partially boarded eaves storage area). Externally: (totalling approximately 3.6 acres). From the lane the property is accessed through wrought iron electrically operated gates opening to the gravelled driveway, providing ample parking and turning areas. The driveway benefits from security lighting. Coombe Bank sits well within its curtilage and also benefits from a large well fenced paddock along with a partially walled former kitchen garden and period potting shed lying to the east of the house. Manicured formal garden to the front of the house compliment the period style. Flagstone steps lead to the rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn with mature shrubs and fruit trees; further steps lead down to a bbq and outside entertaining area to the rear. The paddock is accessed by a five-bar gate from the lane and by a secondary gate from behind the garage. The paddock is fully enclosed by mixed hedging and has been planted with mulberry, crab apple and horse chestnuts. Garage & garden store/workshop: 31' 0 x 18' 0 (9.50m x 5.50m) To the side is a timber framed barn style garage which comprises double open bay garage: 20' 0 x 18' 0 (6.05m x 5.30m) and garden store/workshop: 18' 0 x 10' 0 (5.41m x 3.06m). The garage and store/workshop benefit from water, power and light and the garden store/workshop is fully lockable with its own independent security system. External wooden staircase to first floor: Games room/office: 9' 10 x 12' 6 (9.10m x 3.82m). An impressive space suitable for a variety of uses. Velux and casement windows provide natural light. The building benefits from Broadband, BT points, sink with drainer and cupboard under. Under-floor heating and night storage heater. Numerous storage cupboards with louvred doors, fitted book shelves. Independent security system. The Coach House Cottage From the driveway a wooden door opens into a spacious and light open plan living area which comprises: Sitting room: 37' 0 x 13' 2 (11.29m x 4.01m) max. Ceiling height: 9' 8 (2.94m). Double glazed UPVC French doors (with glazed side lights) open onto the terrace at the rear of the cottage. Double aspect open plan room with attractive brick fireplace, wood burning stove on a slate hearth and oak bressumer beam over, book shelves and storage cupboards to either side. Neutral fitted carpet, radiators, TV Point, BT Point and inset lighting. Kitchen area: Fitted with a range of cream Shaker style base units with a wall mounted display cabinet and under-unit light. Laminate worktop with inset 1½ bowl sink and drainer, chrome mixer tap over, upright fridge freezer with cupboard above. Neff fan assisted oven with matching four ring ceramic hob and chimney style extractor, tiled splash backs, wood effect flooring and inset lighting. Wooden panelled doors to: Cloakroom: 5' 8 x 4' 3 (1.73m x 1.30m) max. Ceiling height.: 9' 8 (2.96m) max. Casement window to the rear. Fitted with a white-suite comprising wc and wall mounted hand basin, chrome taps, wood effect flooring, radiator, extractor fan and inset lighting.. Bedroom: 17' 10 x 13' 2 (5.45m x 4.01m) max. Ceiling height.: 9' ;8 (2.96m) max. Double aspect room with a casement window to the front and double French doors with glazed side lights, opening onto the rear terrace. Feature 'duck's nest' style fireplace with pine surround and mantle over, neutral fitted carpet, radiator, TV point and inset lighting. Door to: Hallway: 12' 7 x 7' 11 (3.84m x 2.42m) max. Ceiling height.: 9' 8 (2.96m) max. Half glazed wooden panelled door to front. Airing cupboard, cupboard housing consumer unit for cottage and solar energy recovery system controls for the whole property, wooden effect floor, radiator and inset lighting. Door to: Bathroom: 12' 9 x 7' 0 (3.90m x 2.15m) max. Ceiling height.: 9' 8 (2.96m) max. Double glazed casement window to the rear. Fitted with white suite comprising back to wall wc, wood finish vanity unit with semi integral sink, chrome taps, inset mirror, panelled bath, chrome mixer taps Corner shower, non-slip flooring, radiator, extractor and inset lighting. Externally: To the front of the Coach House cottage original stone steps descend to a wooden door which opens into the cottage cellar providing good storage space, housing the independent cottage oil fired combi boiler and water softener. Services: The property benefits from mains electricity, water and drainage. Oil fired central heating. Water softeners in the main house and the cottage. Solar energy recovery system: Coombe Bank House has a sophisticated solar energy recovery system (from solar panelling located on the Coach House cottage roof- west elevation) that not only provides electricity to power the property but also returns excess to the National Grid generating seasonal income. Security system: Coombe Bank benefits from a infrared/viper security system that covers (independently) the three separate buildings and grounds. EPC Ratings : Coombe Bank House - E Coach House Cottage - E local council: Maidstone Borough Council. Council tax band : Coombe Bank House - H Coach House Cottage - A (exempt while used as a Granny annexe). Directions: From Maidstone: Take the Loose Road (A229). Continue through Loose towards Staplehurst. At Linton traffic lights turn left, signposted Boughton Monchelsea (B2163). Continue past the Cornwallis Academy (on the left) and Boughton Monchelsea Primary School (on the right). After a short distance turn left into Gandy's Lane. At the cross roads go straight over into Old Tree Lane. Proceed along for approximately 0.3 mile and the property can be found on the left hand side just after first sharp left bend. From the M20 - Junction 8 Exit: Proceed easterly along the Ashford Road (A20) towards Harrietsham, at the third roundabout turn right onto the B2163 signposted to Leeds and Sutton Valence. Continue through Leeds village and into Langley. On reaching the crossroads (Plough Inn) crossing the A274 continue on the B2163 for approx. 2 miles, passing through Chart Sutton until reaching the Cock Inn junction. Turn right and then immediately left into Green Lane, continue for approx 200yards then turn right into Old Tree Lane. Proceed along for approximately 0.3 mile and the property can be found on the left hand side just after first sharp left bend. Viewing: All viewings by appointment through tour offices. A member of the team will conduct all viewings, whether or not the vendors are in residence. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_kent-d627015/for-sale_i68115946
This unique barn conversion was transformed by the owner in 2017. It has double height windows, weatherboarding and wide steps to the glass front door and entrance hall with its brick bar, seating area, underfloor heating that flows throughout the ground floor and arched windows to the awe-inspiring living space. This has Kardean flooring, mood lighting, surround sound, a kitchen/breakfast area, a spacious sitting/games area with a fabulous feature brick wall interspersed with the arched windows, a wall of windows and French doors to the garden plus a central brick and flint chimney breast with an inset two-way fireplace, partially dividing it from the dual aspect dining area. The Smallbone kitchen includes white units with granite worktops housing high end appliances and a large central island/breakfast bar with an adjacent utility area. There is access to a lobby and a double bedroom with an en suite shower, a cloakroom and boot room plus another double bedroom with a shower room. Upstairs the three double bedrooms have great views including the main bedroom with its seating area, beamed sloping ceiling, fitted dressing room and a stunning bathroom, another has a vaulted and cross-beamed ceiling and an en suite shower while a third includes a bathroom and a kid's 'hideaway' mezzanine.Outside there is space to park seven vehicles, a large rear lawn and terrace with a hot tub, access to a plant house/storage area, a chicken run and a 'leisure' complex. This has a bar and seating area with a cinema screen, a rustic kitchen, French doors to a large terrace offering great countryside views, a decked terrace, firepit, cloakroom and storage facilities.What the Owner says:I was delighted to convert this property and ensured that everything was of the highest quality including oak doors and Accoya framed windows. It has been a wonderful home but a change in family circumstances means we must move. The village includes a post office, village shop, eateries, pubs, riding stables, various clubs and an Outstanding primary school while Dover has excellent grammar and private schools. It is not far to Dover and Folkestone for access to the Continent and Martin Mill and Dover for the main-line station and shopping centre, while it is only a short drive to Deal with its seafront, individual shops, bars and restaurants as well as excellent golf clubs. Room sizes:Entrance Hall: 18'0 (5.49m) narrowing to 15'7 (4.75m) x 11'9 (3.58m)Cloakroom: 6'1 x 5'2 (1.86m x 1.58m)Boot Room: 6'9 x 4'3 (2.06m x 1.30m)Kitchen/Breakfast Area: 19'0 maximum (5.80m) narrowing to 13'10 (4.22m) x 17'11 (5.46m)Sitting/Games Area: 22'9 x 16'3 (6.94m x 4.96m)Dining Area: 16'3 (4.96m) x 16'3 maximum (4.96m) narrowing to 13'0 (3.97m)Utility Area: 7'8 x 6'9 (2.34m x 2.06m)Bedroom 4: 17'2 x 12'5 (5.24m x 3.79m)En Suite Shower Room: 8'2 x 8'1 (2.49m x 2.47m)Bedroom 5: 13'0 x 9'11 (3.97m x 3.02m)En Suite Shower Room: 9'10 x 4'9 (3.00m x 1.45m)FIRST FLOORLandingBedroom 1: 20'11 (6.38m) narrowing to 19'3 (5.87m) x 12'11 (3.94m)Dressing Area: 8'5 x 7'5 (2.57m x 2.26m)En Suite Bathroom: 13'10 x 6'11 (4.22m x 2.11m)Bedroom 2: 22'7 x 17'0 (6.89m x 5.19m)En Suite Shower Room: 8'9 x 6'0 (2.67m x 1.83m)Bedroom 3: 22'2 maximum (6.76m) narrowing to 16'5 (5.01m) x 11'7 (3.53m)En Suite Bathroom: 7'0 x 6'0 (2.14m x 1.83m)SECOND FLOORMezzanine StoreBASEMENTCellar: 19'8 x 17'7 (6.00m x 5.36m)OUTSIDEParkingRear GardenPatio & TerraceDeck & FirepitWC/Store: 13'1 x 10'2 (3.99m x 3.10m)StoreGreenhouseOUTBUILDINGBar/Sitting Area: 24'0 maximum x 21'0 maximum (7.32m x 6.41m)Kitchen Area: 11'10 x 9'10 (3.61m x 3.00m) The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. We are pleased to offer our customers a range of additional services to help them with moving home. None of these services are obligatory and you are free to use service providers of your choice. Current regulations require all estate agents to inform their customers of the fees they earn for recommending third party services. If you choose to use a service provider recommended by Fine & Country, details of all referral fees can be found at the link below. If you decide to use any of our services, please be assured that this will not increase the fees you pay to our service providers, which remain as quoted directly to you. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_westcliffe-d583130/for-sale_i69293144
Located in an idyllic position on the outskirts of Plaxtol. The current vendors have completed a superb refurbishment and the house now offers immaculate and highly versatile accommodation. EPC rating D.The property is an attractive and substantially extended detached Victorian cottage. The current vendors have undertaken a complete refurbishment and of particular note is the stunning vaulted kitchen/breakfast room opening into the vaulted dining room. They have recently completed the erection of a detached barn style open garage and store.The front door opens to the hall with feature tiled floor. The majority of the accommodation on the ground floor is open plan offer enormous versatility. The sitting room has a wood burning stove and feature parquet flooring which runs throughout most of the ground floor. The vaulted kitchen/breakfast room is to the rear overlooking the garden and fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units together with island. It is open to the vaulted dining room with French doors to the rear terrace. Pocket doors divide the open plan area from the double aspect family room, again with wood burning stove. There is a useful study, utility room and a shower room.On the first floor are 4 bedrooms, one benefitting from an en suite and there is a well-appointed family bathroom with freestanding roll-top bath. The second floor forms the master bedroom suite with bedroom, bathroom and dressing room.Externally the house off road parking and recently constructed open barn style garage and store.The gardens are a delightful feature, laid predominantly to lawn and bordered by mature hedging. It backs on to farmland which is a lovely setting.The house is situated in a delightful rural position 1.4 miles from the centre of the sought-after village of Plaxtol. A more comprehensive range of shops and restaurants can be found at Tonbridge and Sevenoaks, 5.5 miles and 8.9 miles respectively. Borough Green serving day to day amenities and mainline station is 2.5 miles with main line links to London Victoria. There are numerous schools in the area including Plaxtol Primary School and the public schools of Sevenoaks and Tonbridge. There are numerous grammar schools in both Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells. The property is conveniently placed for Junction 3 of the M20/M26 at Wrotham, providing links to the national motorway network, London, Channel Tunnel, Kent coast, and Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted airports. There are numerous recreational facilities in the local area.Plaxtol 1.4 milesBorough Green station 2.5 milesTonbridge 5.5 milesSevenoaks 8.9 miles(all distances approximate) For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_plaxtol-d576261/for-sale_i71068220
Skyfall is a striking modern, detached property offering unique and versatile accommodation spanning three adaptable, light-filled floors. It enjoys a wealth of sociable spaces totalling over 3,800 sq ft, with four balconies, a peaceful private garden and some views out to sea. On the basement level are an array of rooms well-suited to cooler surroundings, including a large cinema room and gym with sliding doors to an outside area at the front, a well-appointed utility with cabinetry and sink, a larder, modern shower room and easy access to the attached garage. The ground floor has a pair of front-facing balconies, one accessed via the stylish library/pool room, with its cylindrical wood-burning stove, and the other from the capacious kitchen and dining space which has a curved brick glass wall, array of glossy handleless cabinetry, deluxe appliances and a large central island with inset sink. The 24 ft dual-aspect drawing room, which would also make a fabulous dining room, has wide bi-folding doors to the south-westerly sun terrace. There is also a cloakroom.The attractive open turned wooden stairway rises to the first-floor level, which houses four well-proportioned bedroom suites. Both the principal and second bedrooms have sliding glazed doors opening to full-width balconies and considerable sliding integrated wardrobes, with the principal benefitting from a luxury en suite bathroom and the second an en suite shower room. The two further bedrooms are well-served by their own cleverly arranged en suite shower facilities.The property sits in a desirable private plot enclosed via white rendered walls with neat topiary hedging atop. A brick-laid driveway leads to the integral garage, offering ample parking. There is a pair of handsome established trees to the front and a level lawn wrapping around three sides of the home, with a variety of manicured and attractive planting throughout.A decked rear terrace with an integrated patio cover with powered opening louvres offers shade/cover or various degrees of opening at the touch of a button.St Margaret's village provides a range of local amenities, with further leisure, educational and shopping facilities in nearby Deal, Dover and Canterbury. There is also an array of well-regarded schooling available. St Margaret's Bay is a sheltered haven, with a clifftop mainly in the care of the National Trust providing some delightful walks and the shingle beach offering a popular cafe and an inn, The Coastguard. There are golf courses at nearby Kingsdown and Deal together with St George's at Sandwich. Communications links are excellent: the nearby A2 provides access to the M2, the A20 at Dover links to the M20 and Martin Mill station provides the High-Speed service into London St Pancras. The area has good access to the Continent. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_st-margarets-bay-d570733/for-sale_i69593155
Discover the essence of rural luxury living at this exclusive gated development nestled within the picturesque Kentish countryside. These charming 5-bedroom homes, are meticulously designed to harmonize with nature and elevate your lifestyle.Situated on a sprawling 25-acre site, each residence boasts a seamless blend of modern sophistication and timeless charm, featuring traditional aesthetics and contemporary comforts.As you enter the development, a sense of peacefulness envelops you, as well as the lush greenery. The large plots surrounding each home provide a sense of privacy, creating an idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.Step inside Deers Leap, where light-filled interiors and thoughtfully curated spaces await, Creating a sense of togetherness for family and guests. High-end finishes and premium materials create an ambiance of refined elegance, setting the stage for luxurious living.The heart of each home is the bespoke kitchen/breakfast room with integrated appliances and bespoke cabinetry along with a central Island with French doors leading to the garden.Stairs rise to the generous first floor landing where you're greeted by expansive windows which invite the beauty of the surrounding countryside indoors, while plush carpets and sophisticated decor enhance the overall ambiance. There are four well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which with en-suite's and wardrobe areas as well as the principle suite, a sanctuary within a sanctuary. This features a private en-suite, ample wardrobe space and a Juliette balcony with views across the garden.IMPORTANT NOTICE Strutt & Parker gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptions, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements and specifications are approximate, are not necessarily to scale and may be subject to change. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. Some images may be Computer Generated Images, are indicative only and may differ from the final build product. 4. Images may be of the show home rather than the individual unit. 5. Lifestyle images are indicative only. 6. Strutt & Parker does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the vendor. 7. Strutt & Parker does not accept responsibility for any expenses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 8. We are able to refer you to SPF Private Clients Limited ("SPF") for mortgage broking services, and to Alexander James Interiors ("AJI"), an interior design service. Should you decide to use the services of SPF, we will receive a referral fee from them of 25% of the aggregate of the fee paid to them by you for the arrangement of a mortgage and any fee received by them from the product provider. Should you decide to use the services of AJI, we will receive a referral fee of 10% of the net income received by AJI for the services they provide to you. 9. If there is anything of particular importance to you, please contact this office and Strutt & Parker will try to have the information checked for you. Photographs taken Feb 2024. Particulars prepared Feb 2024. Strutt & Parker is a trading style of BNP Paribas Real Estate Advisory & Property Management UK Limited, a private limited company registered in England & Wales with company number 04176965 whose registered office is at 5 Aldermanbury Square, London EC2V 7BP.The houses are approached via a sweeping driveway providing parking and turning for several vehicles, leading to the double garage with power and light.The gardens are mainly laid to lawn, with an abundance of specimen and mature trees and shrubs. A large terrace runs across the rear of the house ideal for outside entertaining. The homes at Bears Green all have a minimum of an acre sized private garden.Bears green also has beautiful communal green spaces. With walking trails and scenic viewpoints, the development encourages a sense of community while preserving the tranquillity of the countryside.Great Chart is a pretty village just outside Ashford. All local amenities are served byAshford, which has a good range of shops for day-to-day needs, including Waitrose, Sainsbury's and Asda supermarkets, as well as some excellent out of town shopping at the McArthurGlen Outlet. There are good schools in the area, in both state and private sectors, and the charming market town of Tenterden is also nearby.Ashford offers excellent road and rail links to London. The M20 (Junction 9) is close by and Ashford International provides high-speed services to London St Pancras from 36 minutes.The area has good access to the ContinentThis development offers the perfect balance of rural serenity and accessibility. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_great-chart-d629438/for-sale_i69243965
Discover the essence of rural luxury living at this exclusive gated development nestled within the picturesque Kentish countryside. These charming 5-bedroom homes, are meticulously designed to harmonize with nature and elevate your lifestyle.Situated on a sprawling 25-acre site, each residence boasts a seamless blend of modern sophistication and timeless charm, featuring traditional aesthetics and contemporary comforts.As you enter the development, a sense of peacefulness envelops you, as well as the lush greenery. The large plots surrounding each home provide a sense of privacy, creating an idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.Step inside Princes Pond, where light-filled interiors and thoughtfully curated spaces await, Creating a sense of togetherness for family and guests. High-end finishes and premium materials create an ambiance of refined elegance, setting the stage for luxurious living.The heart of each home is the bespoke kitchen/breakfast room with integrated appliances and bespoke cabinetry along with a central Island with French doors leading to the garden.Stairs rise to the generous first floor landing where you're greeted by expansive windows which invite the beauty of the surrounding countryside indoors, while plush carpets and sophisticated decor enhance the overall ambiance. There are four well-proportioned bedrooms, two of which with en-suite's and wardrobe areas as well as the principle suite, a sanctuary within a sanctuary. This features a private en-suite, ample wardrobe space and a Juliette balcony with views across the garden.IMPORTANT NOTICE Strutt & Parker gives notice that: 1. These particulars do not constitute an offer or contract or part thereof. 2. All descriptions, photographs and plans are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. All measurements and specifications are approximate, are not necessarily to scale and may be subject to change. Any prospective purchaser must satisfy themselves of the correctness of the information within the particulars by inspection or otherwise. 3. Some images may be Computer Generated Images, are indicative only and may differ from the final build product. 4. Images may be of the show home rather than the individual unit. 5. Lifestyle images are indicative only. 6. Strutt & Parker does not have any authority to give any representations or warranties whatsoever in relation to this property (including but not limited to planning/building regulations), nor can it enter into any contract on behalf of the vendor. 7. Strutt & Parker does not accept responsibility for any expenses incurred by prospective purchasers in inspecting properties which have been sold, let or withdrawn. 8. We are able to refer you to SPF Private Clients Limited ("SPF") for mortgage broking services, and to Alexander James Interiors ("AJI"), an interior design service. Should you decide to use the services of SPF, we will receive a referral fee from them of 25% of the aggregate of the fee paid to them by you for the arrangement of a mortgage and any fee received by them from the product provider. Should you decide to use the services of AJI, we will receive a referral fee of 10% of the net income received by AJI for the services they provide to you. 9. If there is anything of particular importance to you, please contact this office and Strutt & Parker will try to have the information checked for you. Photographs taken Feb 2024. Particulars prepared Feb 2024. Strutt & Parker is a trading style of BNP Paribas Real Estate Advisory & Property Management UK Limited, a private limited company registered in England & Wales with company number 04176965 whose registered office is at 5 Aldermanbury Square, London EC2V 7BP.The houses are approached via a sweeping driveway providing parking and turning for several vehicles, leading to the double garage with power and light.The gardens are mainly laid to lawn, with an abundance of specimen and mature trees and shrubs. A large terrace runs across the rear of the house ideal for outside entertaining. The homes at Bears Green all have a minimum of an acre sized private garden.Bears green also has beautiful communal green spaces. With walking trails and scenic viewpoints, the development encourages a sense of community while preserving the tranquillity of the countryside.Great Chart is a pretty village just outside Ashford. All local amenities are served byAshford, which has a good range of shops for day-to-day needs, including Waitrose, Sainsbury's and Asda supermarkets, as well as some excellent out of town shopping at the McArthurGlen Outlet. There are good schools in the area, in both state and private sectors, and the charming market town of Tenterden is also nearby.Ashford offers excellent road and rail links to London. The M20 (Junction 9) is close by and Ashford International provides high-speed services to London St Pancras from 36 minutes.The area has good access to the ContinentThis development offers the perfect balance of rural serenity and accessibility. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_great-chart-d629438/for-sale_i69465765
Fabulous opportunity to acquire a substantial private & secluded family residence (3,218 sq ft, plus cellar and outbuildings) situated only a 7-minute walk from Cowden mainline train station and around a 15-minute walk from the historic village of Cowden. This six-bedroom Grade II listed period property sits on approximately a 2.48 acre plot surrounded by open countryside and plenty of walks. The property is approached via a shared private drive and has been a family home for many years. There is potential STPC to extend the property as well as an exciting opportunity to convert a redundant timber cattle barn, with its own private paddock. The current owners have received planning advice and it is understood that the barn could be converted and used as an annexe or home office.* Grade II listed link-attached property via a short party wall with the adjacent property* 3,218 square feet, excluding cellar of 264 sq ft and outbuildings totalling 688 sq ft* 6 double bedrooms, 2 with en-suites and further family bathroom* 3 reception rooms plus study, utility room and ground floor WC* Double garage* Detached timber barn ideal for conversion to granny annex or home office, STPC: Architects plans available* 2.48 acre plot: approximately* Extensive grounds with paddock and wildflower meadow* Period features throughout* 8 minute walk to Cowden mainline train station with direct trains to London Bridge (53 mins)* Large and secluded gardens* Hidden entertaining area including firepit, log-fired pizza oven and Petanque court* Fibreoptic internet to the premises (FTTP) - current speeds of 900 MBPS* Direct access from field to Public Footpath and beautiful dog walks, with a number pubs walkable* Parking for several cars, including Ohme Electric Car ChargerFriendly Green is a beautiful six-bedroom, three-bathroom Grade II listed period property, the oldest part of which is thought to be 18th Century. It is situated in a secluded spot situated on a plethora of walks in open countryside and only a short distance from village pubs, Cowden village and Cowden mainline train station.This lovely property sits on a generous plot of approximately 2.48 acres in a rural position with views over the large well-maintained garden.The property would make a wonderful family home in a tucked away location. An early viewing is highly recommended in order to appreciate the overall appeal, size of the plot and stunning rural feel. It is thought to have potential to extend or reconfigure and develop the property if required, subject to the necessary planning consent.ACCOMMODATIONInside the property on the ground floor are three large reception rooms. The large main drawing room has an elegant inglenook brick surround fireplace with wood burning stove. A large formal dining room, currently used as playroom and snug. A large kitchen breakfast room with a good range of wall and base units and drawers under worktops and a large oil-fired Aga with Belfast Sink overlooking the front element of the garden and stairs to the cellar, perfect for storing wine and additional storage. The kitchen also has a door leading to the utility room. The ground floor has a large entrance hall with a formal front door and wooden floors, the ground floor also has the benefit of a home office, wc and walk-in coat cupboard. From the ground floor you have views over the private garden and doors to the terraces.The first floor is made up of five double bedrooms, a family bathroom and two additional en-suites to two of the bedrooms. The bedrooms are all of a good size and have the benefit of views over the gardens and open countryside and built in storage in most.The second floor has the sixth double bedroom, which has a direct fibre line providing 900 mbps and used currently as a home office/bedroom.To the outside the property sits behind its own private electric gate on approximately 2.48 acres of private land and has a mix of formal gardens mainly laid to lawn, a detached fenced paddock and wildflower meadow gardens. There are two large outside entertaining areas: one adjacent to the living room with room for large outside table, soft seating area and BBQ. There is a substantial, but more discrete entertaining area with firepit, large clay log-fired pizza oven and Petanque court all surrounded by trees and hedging.The property has a detached double garage with up and over door and hard standing parking for a number of cars.There is a detached timber barn which we believe was a cattle barn, this is situated approximately 40 yards from the main house and sits alongside part of the land which if stood alone measures approximately 0.75 acre. It is believed and understood that the barn is ideal for conversion to granny annex or home office. Architects plans from John Bulloch Architects, along with opinion letter confirming that the proposed plans would meet with planners' approval is available on request.General InformationServices: Mains Water & Electricity. Private Drainage & OilLocal Authority: Sevenoaks District CouncilCouncil Tax: Band GEPC rating: E 40Tenure: FreeholdCowden is a small village with an old high street made up of Grade II listed cottages and houses. The village consists of a church, pub, playing field and pavilion surrounded by countryside. Cowden has a mainline railway station on the London Bridge to Uckfield line. London Bridge: 48 minutes, London Victoria: 56 minutes.Parts of the parish straddle the river which forms the border with East Sussex and Surrey where the three counties meet.Surrounding towns include Tunbridge Wells & Edenbridge.Edenbridge is a small market town with a medieval high street surrounded by countryside with a selection of shops, banks, pubs, hospital and restaurants. Recreational amenities in the area include a leisure centre with swimming pool, golf courses and a number of local National Trust properties.Edenbridge benefits from two mainline train stations offering services to London. The M25 can be easily accessed at either junction 6 (Godstone) or junction 5 (Sevenoaks). Gatwick airport is about 18 miles and the Channel Tunnel about 65 miles allowing easy access to the Continent.M25 Godstone (J6) 10 milesOxted 8 milesSevenoaks 12 milesTunbridge Wells 13 milesEast Grinstead 10 milesTenure: Freehold For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_cowden-d581487/for-sale_i69976739
This charming Grade II listed property offers anabundance of period features intermingled withtasteful contemporary touches, having beensympathetically extended and enhanced overthe years.The impressive reception hall has towering 2storey leaded windows, which flood the spacewith warm natural light and offer stunningviews. The comfortable sitting room with baywindow provides a welcoming area to relax andsits alongside the large and elegant drawingroom with brick-built inglenook fireplace andthe dragon beam. The adjacent open plankitchen/breakfast room is an impressive space.The kitchen comprises a wide variety of inkeepingtraditional wall and base units, a largecentral granite-topped island with an insetAGA cooking range and a butler sink, as well asample room for sociable dining and relaxing bythe fire. There are double French doors onto theproperties' sunny terrace.The office has wide wooden floorboards. Onthe lower ground floor level is a useful cellar,being used as a utility area, complete with acloakroom.The first floor allows a further vantage pointfrom the landing, offering far-reaching viewsof the grounds and countryside beyond, - theguest bedroom has an adjoining en suiteshower room. Two additional very well-sizedbedrooms are found on this floor, both withbuilt-in storage and peaceful garden outlooks.The family bathroom is a handsome blend ofsleek modern facilities and traditional periodcharm, with a freestanding bathtub, a featurefireplace and a separate glass walk-in shower.There is also a sizeable fourth bedroomcurrently arranged as a dressing room. A staircase leads to the second floor bedroom 5/study.There are substantial parkland grounds, with awide variety of mature trees, and hedges. Thehouse , which is set down slightly into a paved,walled terrace decorated with flowerbedsand with steps up to the lawns. The terraceoffers the ideal spot in which to entertain, withattractive views of both the beamed, Kent pegtiledhouse and the lush gardens beyond.A path leads to the large forecourt and woodendouble-storey barn garages, with incrediblefirst floor potential, as well as the five-roomdetached stables and a bespoke greenhouse.Sitting behind, encompassed by a semi-circle ofhedging, is a well-maintained vegetable garden.There is also a charming pond with a steppedstream water feature trickling down to a smallerbody of water, near a hexagonal decked seatingarea, as well as a full-size tennis court and anoak weatherboarded summer house, offering anextra office space.The house has two drives, the orginal eastdrive, and the longer north drive where the finalaccess to the lane is by agreement with thefarmer.Jeffries lies on picturesque downland village parish of Lynsted, where a fine selection of period homes lines the village street, including the ancient Parish Church of St Peter and St Paul. It is surrounded by typical rolling Kent countryside with a variety of orchards and fruit farms offering a plethora of scenic walks and rides. The nearby village of Teyham sits just a couple of miles away and offers numerous day-to-day amenities including shops and a local primary school. For a more comprehensive range of cultural, recreational and leisure facilities, Sittingbourne, Faversham and Canterbury are all within easy reach. Excellent road and rail connections are close by, with the mainline station at Sittingbourne providing fast and frequent trains to London (Victoria) in around an hour while the M2 (Junction 6) offers connections to the further motorway network. Ashford International Station is also within close proximity, while the Channel Tunnel at Folkestone and the historic Port of Dover provide regular crossings to the continent. There is an excellent range of popular independent and state schooling options in the surrounding area, with several nearby schools in both the primary and secondary levels, including Grammar schools, being rated 'Outstanding' by OFSTED. The city of Canterbury also contains several top-performing independent schools. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_lynsted-d538905/for-sale_i68959280
Bartons Farm is a beautifully presented period farm house with Kentish Ragstone elevations, enjoying views towards the Bourne Valley. Offered with no onward chain, the property is situated in a semi-rural hamlet on the edge of the popular village of Plaxtol, within a designated Conservation Area and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Arranged over three floors, the light, versatile and well-proportioned accommodation provides ideal areas for entertaining and family living, with character feel combined with contemporary styling to great effect. Salient points include, exposed ceiling and wall timbers, multiple fireplaces including a magnificent inglenook fireplace, wood flooring, multi pane windows, a stylish bespoke kitchen and modern bathrooms suites. The principal reception rooms comprise a generous, triple aspect sitting room with an adjoining study area and a magnificent inglenook fireplace with a wood burner, a home office/snug with built-in book cases and a feature wood burner and a dining/family room with exposed ceiling timbers and a door to the rear terrace and gardens beyond.The impressive kitchen/breakfast room features a striking vaulted ceiling, allowing light to flood the room. The kitchen is fitted with a bespoke range of base units, integral appliances, and an Aga. A real feature to the kitchen/breakfast room are the bi-fold doors opening onto the south and west facing terraces providing a choice of terraces ideal for al fresco dining.An adjoining utility/boot room providing further storage, space for appliances and access to outside, and a cloakroom complete the ground floor.From the entrance hall, a set of stairs leads to the cellar, currently utilised as wine storage. Subject to the necessary consent this space could be converted into a variety of versatile rooms such as a cinema room, home office, gym, studio etc. An external door and staircase rise to the side of the property.Arranged over the first floor is the principal double aspect bedroom, which has built-in storage and is served by a well-appointed en suite bathroom.There are two further double bedrooms on this floor and a modern family bathroom, with a walk-in shower.A staircase rises to the second floor with a stylish bathroom and two further double bedrooms.ServicesOil fired central heating. Mains water.Gigaclear super-fast fibre optic broadbandTenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax Band: HThe property is approached via a gravelled driveway, with parking for multiple vehicles. To either side of the front door, there are areas of lawn, flanked by established borders planted with spring bulbs and herbaceous shrubs.The rear garden is a real feature and provides a lovely backdrop to the property. A paved and gravel terrace wraps around the property, providing an array of excellent south and west facing areas for al fresco entertaining. A set of steps leads to a charming, part-walled garden, with borders planted, with an abundance of perennials, spring bulbs and shrubs, all providing year-round colour.A wisteria arbour leads to a wrought iron gate, which provides access to an expanse of lawn, with a wide variety of mature, specimen trees and bluebell wood to the boundary, providing a high degree of privacy. There is an adjoining area of lawn, previously used as a grass tennis court and croquet lawn. Ajacant to the area of laewn is a double stable block which could be used for storage of garden equipment or conversion to a home office. The plot amounts to about 1.5 acres.an additional 2 acres with direct access on to a bridal path - available by seperate negotiationLocated to the east of Sevenoaks and north ofTonbridge, surrounded by countryside walksin the North Downs, the picturesque villageof Plaxtol has a thriving community spiritand a good range of day-to-day amenitiesincluding a parish church, village store withPost Office, public house, tennis club, cricket club and recreation grounds. There is a popular primary school Ofsted rated Good in 2023 and an Outstanding Rated Nursery School wihin 250 yards.The market town of Tonbridge offersa wider range of retail and leisure activities,with many high street and independent storestogether with banks and building societies,a selection of coffee shops, restaurants andpublic houses, sporting clubs, a leisure centreand Tonbridge Park which offers coveredand open air swimming pools, tennis courts,children's play areas, a miniature railway andputting green. Nearby Sevenoaks offers a comprehensive selection of shops, restaurants and supermarkets including Waitrose, and a mainline station with services from Sevenoaks to London Bridge in 26 minutes. Communications links are excellent, with easily accessible links to major regional centres and the national motorway network via the M26 and M20 and two nearby train stations at Borough Green and Sevenoaks, both with regular direct links to central London.The area offers a wide range of state primaryand secondary schooling together with Wealdof Kent Grammar School, Tonbridge Grammar School (TOGS), Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar School (TWGGS), Judd, Skinners and Tunbridge Wells Boys Grammar as well as a good selectionof independent schools including SevenoaksPrep, Hilden Oaks, Hilden Grange, Sackville,Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Walthamstow Hall,Solefield, Somerhill and The Granville. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_plaxtol-d576261/for-sale_i71625082
This five-bedroom detached house of over 4,000 sq ft lies in Ightham, Kent, surrounded by over half an acre of meadowed grounds. Built in the 1980s, it was remodelled and extended by the current owners, who have ensured strong connections between indoors and out. Although Ightham has a rural, secluded feel and is within the Kent Downs AONB, nearby Borough Green Station runs services to London Victoria in under 50 minutes, while Sevenoaks Station, a 13-minute drive away, connects to London Bridge in just 23 minutes. The Tour Set behind a set of automatic gates and a sweeping driveway, the house's profile is shaped by a complementary pairing of black composite cladding and red brick. A solid black door is beneath a storm porch that opens to an internal hall laid with five-finger parquet flooring. From here, a circling staircase descends to the living room, lending the space a sunken 'conversation pit' feel. A double-height, mono-pitch ceiling creates an airy yet cosy feel. At the far end, glazed doors open to a flagstone patio - great for summertime hosting, although a gas fire inside ensures year-round functionality. A wide opening off the hallway leads into the dining room, laid with grey stone tiles and with white walls and a second gas fire. The dialogue between the internal plan and the outdoors is maintained by more sliding doors that open to the garden. The kitchen beyond has been conceived with day-to-day needs in mind. White cabinetry takes a U-shape, snaking around the room's generous proportions, and is topped with a grey stone countertop; integrated appliances include a black Miele induction hob, a wine cooler, twin Neff ovens and a steel sink. A useful island adds counter space and subtly demarcates the room. Opposite, the current owners have arranged more casual dining and sitting areas, although the room's versatility lends itself to various configurations. An oriel picture window with a window seat looks over the lawn outside and works with roof lights to fill the space with light. Above, a steel beam painted a fluorescent yellow exemplifies the playfully practical approach to decoration across the plan. A well-considered utility room and study complete the ground-floor plan. In the latter, floor-to-ceiling windows, a built-in desk and open bookshelves make for a comfortable working-from-home environment. Back towards the entrance of the house is a staircase that ascends to a small landing with two double bedrooms opposite one another. In the front room, double-aspect windows overlook neighbouring woodland, while the rear room has a glazed door opening to a patio. The latter also has useful built-in wardrobes. An immaculate bathroom between the bedrooms is finished with fluted windows, grey rubber flooring, antique brass taps and metro tiles and has a free-standing bath and a walk-in shower. Upstairs are three further double bedrooms, all with green outlooks. The main bedroom has wide black-framed sliding doors that open to a slender terrace with views towards the bucolic North Downs. Plenty of storage is concealed behind muted grey shaker-style pocket doors and there is an en suite with a walk-in shower. One of the two further bedrooms has a bank of built-in wardrobes. Both are served by a generous bathroom with a walk-in shower. A basement, accessed from an internal lobby, has been wonderfully adapted for a range of functions. Arranged with lounge seating, it offers a further reception area and has a separate office or, as it's currently used, a crafting area, complete with a built-in L-shaped desk. Outdoor Space Bates Hill has a generous and varied provision of outdoor space. Extensive grounds of around half an acre encompass a large double garage with an EV charging point and a hot/tub training pool. A thoughtful approach to planting is immediately apparent; along the long driveway are mature trees, including oak, hawthorn and ivy, as well as planted beds that teem with grasses and ferns. A planted bed in front of the ground-floor bedroom has red-leaved grass, verbena, camelia, ferns and grasses. The garden connects to the indoors via sliding doors. It is divided between areas of lawn and terraces, including a steel-framed pergola from the dining room and a flagstone-laid patio area currently arranged with lounge seating beneath a steel-framed sunshade. A family of rabbits call this spot home too, and can often be seen frolicking in the garden. A second part of the garden abuts the church's woodland; predominantly lawn, it also has a lovely seating area thoughtfully placed beneath a sloping roof section next to the living room. A glass 'igloo' in the main garden is a wonderful spot to enjoy the warmth on a summer's day. The Area Ightham is a pretty village in the Kent Downs Area of Natural Beauty, around four miles east of Sevenoaks and six miles north of Tonbridge. Surrounded by rolling Kentish hills, Ightham is perhaps best known for Ightam Mote, a 14th-century moated manor house set amid extensive and landscaped gardens. The village has a handy shop, an art gallery - Pratt Contemporary - and Greenacres garden centre. A cosy timber-framed local, George and Dragon, is in the heart of Ightham; there is also a village hall that hosts events throughout the year. Sevenoaks can be reached in around 14 minutes by car. At one end of the town is the beautiful Knole Park, a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest with 43 acres of grounds, a country house and two different types of deer. The town itself has a range of shops, restaurants and coffee shops, including Basil and Life on High. Historic pubs are aplenty - the White Hart comes recommended, particularly after a weekend walk at nearby Knole. Tonbridge is also nearby for other amenities, as is Bluewater Shopping Centre, around 17 miles from the house. Kent is known for its excellent schooling options. In the immediate vicinity is Ightham Primary School, which was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted; there are also primary schools in nearby Borough Green and Shipbourne. There are several secondary schools in Sevenoaks and Tonbridge, several grammar schools as well as well-regarded private schools such as Sevenoaks School and Tonbridge School. The New Beacon School and Walthamstow Preparatory School are also nearby. Ightham sits around 28 miles south-east of London; as a result, connections into the city are quick and frequent. Borough Green Station is just over a mile away and runs services to London Charing Cross, London Bridge and London Blackfriars; from Sevenoaks Station, a 13-minute drive away, services arrive at London Bridge in 23 minutes, with services also connecting to Charing Cross and Cannon Street. The house is also well situated for travel by car, with the M25 and M20 both in easy reach. Council Tax Band: H For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_ightham-d554095/for-sale_i70717804
A striking contemporary home enjoying a prominent position on Tankerton's much sought after Marine Parade, from where it commands far reaching, uninterrupted views of the sea and beyond.The interior has been designed and styled with flair and imagination, and finished to an exceptional standard throughout with every detail exuding quality. In addition, home automation technology has been embraced and the house features a Lutron lighting system and remotely operated blinds and curtains, amongst other features.This exceptional home extends to 4130 sq ft (383 sq m), with accommodation arranged over three floors. The ground floor comprises a large central entrance hall, a contemporary kitchen with Gaggenau appliances open-plan to a living/dining area with full-width sliding doors opening to the garden, a study, gym, cloakroom, a utility room and a cinema room with 4K HD projector, 100" screen and Dolby Atmos 3D sound system. To the first floor, there is a sea facing sitting room with Juliet balcony (which could provide a fifth bedroom if required), three double bedrooms and a shower room. The second bedroom has a sea facing balcony and an en-suite shower room. The principal bedroom suite occupies the second floor and features a fitted dressing room, bathroom with vaulted ceiling, walk-in shower and freestanding bath, as well as a private balcony to enjoy the best of the sea views. The South facing garden has been smartly landscaped and designed for ease of maintenance and incorporates a sun terrace, planted borders, and comprehensive outdoor lighting. The pool house is fitted with underfloor heating beneath porcelain tiled flooring, a Swim Spa and a cloakroom. A double garage and block-paved driveway to the rear of the house provide secure parking for a number of vehicles behind electric gates, accessed via Tankerton Road. No onward chain.Location - Marine Parade is amongst Tankerton's most sought after locations and is conveniently situated in an elevated position at the top of Tankerton Slopes, commanding views over the bay and beyond. Tankerton Road is moments away and offers an excellent range of local shops and restaurants, and Whitstable town is less than 1 mile distant with the bustling High Street providing a wide range of shopping facilities as well as fashionable restaurants and recreational amenities. Whitstable mainline railway stations offer frequent services to London (Victoria) approximately 80mins. The high speed Javelin service provides access to London (St Pancras) with a journey time of approximately 73mins. The A299 is accessible providing a dual carriageway link to the M2/A2 giving access to the channel ports and connecting motorway network.Accommodation - The accommodation and approximate measurements (taken at maximum points) are:Ground Floor - Entrance Hall - 8.42m x 3.56m (27'7 x 11'8) - Kitchen/Dining/Living Room - 10.45m x 4.16m (34'3 x 13'7) - Utility Room - 3.18m x 1.98m (10'5 x 6'5 ) - Study - 2.97m x 2.46m (9'9 x 8'1) - Cinema Room - 4.27m x 4.19m (14'0 x 13'8) - Gym - 4.19m x 2.96m (13'8 x 9'8) - Cloakroom - 2.46m x 1.43m (8'0 x 4'8) - Plant Room - 5.80m x 1.86m (19'0 x 6'1) - First Floor - Bedroom 2 - 4.34m x 3.46m (14'2 x 11'4) - En-Suite Shower Room - Balcony - 6.12m x 0.96m (20'0 x 3'1) - Bedroom 3 - 4.16m x 3.50m (13'7 x 11'5) - Bedroom 4 - 3.84m x 2.59m (12'7 x 8'5) - Shower Room - 3.50m x 1.53m (11'5 x 5'0) - Sitting Room - 4.79m x 4.23m (15'9 x 13'11) - Second Floor - Bedroom 1 - 5.27m x 4.00m (17'3 x 13'1) - En-Suite Bathroom - 4.47m x 3.00m (14'7 x 9'10) - Dressing Room - 3.41m x 2.88m (11'2 x 9'5) - Balcony - 3.10m x 2.50m (10'2 x 8'2) - Outside - Pool House - Cloakroom - Rear Garden - 27.13m x 14.02m (89' x 46') - Double Garage - 6.75m x 6.50m (22'1 x 21'3) - Video Tour - Please view the video tour for this property, and contact us to discuss arranging a viewing. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tankerton-d545772/for-sale_i71677614
This beautiful house, with touches of Edwardian charm, is newer than it looks as it was built in the 1930s, showcasing the high-quality craftsmanship of that era.Screened from the road by high mature planting, double gates on both sides of the property open onto wide driveways, with a detached double garage sat neatly to the side. The house sits proudly within its landscaped gardens occupying an idyllic semi-rural position surrounded by rolling Kent countryside. However, it enjoys the best of both worlds as it is a stone`s throw from easy access to the M25, fast rail connections to central London and first-class schools.Lush green gardens wrap around the property with manicured lawns gently sloping down to meet the open farmland at the front, delivering spectacular unspoilt views.The house itself offers space and light in abundance with a light filled interior that flows beautifully to deliver family and entertaining space in equal measure. A part glazed door welcomes you into the porch, with plenty of space for coats and shoes, and a useful storage cupboard to the side.Decorative internal glazing with stained glass welcomes you into the beautiful entrance hallway, its oak panelled staircase sweeping upwards adding a touch of glamour. Warm English oak flooring seamlessly links the reception rooms running of it at every angle. There is a useful guest cloakroom and a bathroom with a shower over the wooden panel enclosed bath with sliding shower screens.First on the right is the elegant drawing room, its dual aspect windows flooding the space with light. The square bay window to the front delivers glorious garden views and the oak framed fireplace adds character and warmth to the room, which has ample space for large family sofas. Behind is the large home office with its bay window enabling you to work in a light and airy space. It is a versatile space and could easily be used as a children`s playroom. Returning to the hallway, the dining room is opposite and to the front. It also benefits from a square bay window bringing in garden views for charming dining experiences. There is a useful serving hatch into the breakfast room behind.The breakfast room, conveniently placed next to the kitchen, is a wonderfully informal dining space. An Aga sits recessed under a mantlepiece and two impressive dresser units flank the walls offering storage and decorative display options. Beyond, the kitchen has oak cabinetry that wraps around the kitchen separating the integrated appliances and offering lots of storage and food preparation space. A sink sits under one of the windows and there is a lobby to the back with room for an additional appliance and access into the garden. Double glazed doors open into an impressively large utility room which also has base level wooden cabinetry, space and plumbing for appliances, additional sinks ideal for muddy paws and boots and garden access. This vast space is ripe for a renovation project that could potentially reconfigure the kitchen space too. Accessed from its own courtyard to the side is the conservatory with wrap around windows and a glazed roof flooding the room with light. It is the perfect space for relaxing or entertaining in and its own set of double glazed doors open onto the terrace and garden beyond.Climbing the stairs to the first floor you reach the bright landing, its windows delivering striking unspoilt views. There is a second bathroom with a shower over the bath, a separate cloakroom and four generous double bedrooms. The bedrooms are graciously proportioned, with high ceilings, feature fireplaces and large windows offering beautiful views of the garden enabling you to lie in bed and watch the changing seasons in comfort.Outside spacious gardens of approximately 1.1 acres surround the house, safely self-contained for pets and children. At the front of the house is a paved terrace with three sets of steps leading you through different sections of the beautiful rear garden with its unrivalled views.Manicured lawns are edged by mature stocked flower beds briming with colour and variety, while iron rail fencing at the perimeters enable you to have unspoilt open farmland views. A garden pavilion and a summer house offer perfect vantage points for tranquil seating to enjoy the scenery while a section of protected woodland to the west has a canopy of trees, including the three oaks, and provides a perfect hideaway and adventure playground for kids to make childhood memories. There are two greenhouses, a wooden shed and plenty of terracing for alfresco dining. A variety of mature high greenery screens and surrounds the property to the front and side perimeters.The detached double garage, with a separate garden store at the rear, has an up and over door and pedestrian doors, with ample off-road parking to the rear. This wonderful home brimming with character, period features and striking unspoilt country views has the added advantage of the opportunity for you to create your own vision and add value in the future. A must see!Covered part glazed entrance door opening into:Porch: tiled flooring, hanging space for coats, fitted cupboard with shelving housing the alarm system, internal part opaque stained glass door opening into:Entrance Hall: internal front aspect opaque stained glass windows and top light panels, original English oak flooring, oak panelled staircase rising to the first floor with under stair storage cupboard, radiator and doors opening into: Drawing Room: 18`5 x 13`11 front aspect square bay window with secondary glazing, side aspect window with secondary glazing, oak fireplace with marble hearth and surround and gas fire, and radiator. Home Office: 15`5 x 13`11 rear aspect square bay window with secondary glazing, fitted alcove oak cabinets with shelving with glazed doors above and cupboards below, oak fireplace with brick surround and tiled hearth and radiator. Dining Room: 18`5 x 13`11 front aspect square bay window with secondary glazing, internal side aspect window with secondary glazing, oak fireplace with brick surround and hearth, wall serving hatch opening into the breakfast room and radiator. Bathroom 1: rear aspect window with secondary glazing, wooden panel enclosed bath with mixer tap and wall mounted shower attachment, sliding opaque shower screens and wooden fitted storage of a pull-out deep drawer and cupboard with shelving above, pedestal wash hand basin, part tiled walls, tiled flooring, and radiator with wooden shelf over. Cloakroom: rear aspect opaque window with secondary glazing, low level WC and tiled flooring. Breakfast Room: 14`1 x 11`11 rear aspect window with secondary glazing, two fitted dressers with open shelving above and cupboards and drawers under, 2 oven gas fired Aga (white) in tiled recess with painted wooden mantle above, working service bell indicator box, radiator and door opening into:Kitchen: 15 x 11`11 rear aspect window with secondary glazing, side aspect internal windows with secondary glazing, 1 ½ stainless steel sink with mixer tap and drainer, integrated Bosch dishwasher, integrated under counter fridge, integrated Bosch combination oven, 4 ring gas hob, pull out extractor hood, tiled splashback, tiled flooring, ceiling loft access hatch and radiator. The kitchen has a range of oak wooden eye and base level cupboards, a dresser unit with shelving with glass doors and additional cupboards, open shelving at base level, countertops and rear aspect door opening into: Lobby: rear aspect window, rear aspect door opening into the garden, space for an appliance, tiled walls, and flooring. Double glazed doors, with glazed top light window above, opening from the kitchen into the:Utility Room: 15`3 x 14`7 rear and side aspect windows with secondary glazing, side aspect part glazed door opening into the side garden, plumbing and space for appliances, double stainless steel sink with mixer taps and drainer, tiled splashback, tiled flooring, wooden panelled ceiling, and radiator. There are a range of oak wooden base level units with countertops with some wall based open wooden shelving.Conservatory: 17`3 x 10`11 (accessed from the garden) side, front and rear windows, double front aspect glazed doors opening into the adjacent courtyard, and glazed roof. Oak panelled stairs rising to first floor landing with front aspect windows with secondary glazing, ceiling loft access hatch, radiator and doors opening into: Bedroom 1: 14`11 x 13`11 front and side aspect windows with secondary glazing, feature fireplace with painted mantle and tiled surround, five door fitted wardrobe and radiator. Bedroom 2: 14`11 x 13`11 front aspect windows with secondary glazing, feature fireplace with painted mantle and tiled surround and radiator. Bedroom 3: 13`11 x 11`11 rear aspect windows with secondary glazing, pedestal wash hand basin with mixer tap, feature fireplace with painted mantle and tiled surround and radiator. Bedroom 4: 14`1 x 11`11 rear aspect windows with secondary glazing, vanity unit with wash hand basin and mixer tap over and cupboard under, fitted cupboard with shelving, feature fireplace with painted mantle and tiled surround and radiator. Bathroom 2: rear aspect window with secondary glazing, wooden panel enclosed bath with mixer tap, wall mounted shower attachment, hand held shower attachment, glass shower screen, vanity unit with wash hand basin and mixer tap over and cupboard under, wall cabinet with mirror, shelf and cupboards, part tiled walls and traditional heated towel radiator.Cloakroom: rear aspect opaque window with secondary glazing, and low level WC. Outside: The house, part clad in wisteria, is accessed via two sets of double wrought iron gates at either side of the property, one opening onto a hard surface driveway with pathway access to the front entrance door and the other opening onto a hard surface driveway that fronts the double garage. Mature high planting and trees edge the rear and side perimeters and provides privacy screening for the house. There is iron rail fencing to the front perimeter allowing unobstructed views across the farmland. Areas of manicured lawn lie to the rear and front of the property edged with mature stocked flower beds with a variety of plants including rhododendrons, camellias, roses, magnolias, and azaleas. A mix of gravelled and paved pathways meander through the lawns and garden sections to enable easy access with a paved terrace at the front of the house and a self-contained paved terrace at the rear of the conservatory. To the west side is an area of ancient woodland, including the three mature oaks, with a composting area. There is a garden pavilion and a summer house, a wooden shed and two greenhouses. Double Garage/Store Room: 21`4 x 18`11 rear aspect up and over door, side aspect windows, front aspect part glazed doors, lighting, and electricity. The store room has a front aspect part glazed door and window.General:Tenure: FreeholdLocal authority: Tunbridge Wells Borough CouncilCouncil tax: Band G (£3,602.00)EPC: E (50)Area Information: Southborough/Bidborough border, Tunbridge Wells, KentSouthborough is just a couple of miles outside the historic spa town of Tunbridge Wells. It sits immediately to the north of Tunbridge Wells and just south of Tonbridge, with the A26 passing through it. Southborough`s location allows easy access to the A21 which leads to the M25.Southborough Common, situated near to the property, is a conservation area where cricket has been played for more than 200 years. Southborough Cricket Club is still very much a vibrant community club.If you are a runner or casual walker, the woodland area of the Southborough Common, which is near the property, is a very beautiful space. It is nestled behind St. Peters Church, and it is a delightful broadleaf woodland featuring ancient and young trees sloping down to a stream.Birch Wood, is in the valley between Southborough and Bidborough. With its lovely lake, duck house, and array of pathways and bridges meandering through 17 acres, this wood is a haven for wildlife and a perfect place for local residents to enjoy the countryside.Bidborough is an idyllic and pretty village in the borough of Tunbridge Wells, lying to the north of Tunbridge Wells town centre and to the south of Tonbridge town centre.It has an active community with an historic church, a local primary school which is ranked by Ofsted as good, a petrol station, a local convenience store and a popular recently and extensively refurbished village pub, the `Kentish Hare`.Parish sports facilities are good, and the village boasts a tennis court, a bowls green and two recreation ground areas, which are available for cricket and five-a-side football.The area benefits from open countryside and sprawling woodland on its doorstep, but it is also popular with commuters being only 2.4 miles from Tonbridge Station with its fast and frequent access into central London in 44 minutes. It is also close to Gatwick Airport and with the A21 less than 2 miles away with access onto the M25 it provides quick road access into London too. There is also a luxury coach service, which drops and collects a short walk from the property, straight to Canary Wharf, the City, Embankment, and other central London destinations. It is half the cost of rail travel enabling you to slumber or work using its Wi-Fi connectivity as you travel.Excellent local independent primary schools such as The Schools at Somerhill and Hilden Grange Primary sit alongside the highly regarded Bidborough, and Southborough primary schools and the sought-after girls` and boys` secondary grammar schools are also nearby. With several additional exceptional state secondary schools in its borough and the renowned Tonbridge and Sevenoaks Schools on its doorstep, parents are definitely spoilt for choice.Southborough Hub with its new medical centre, library, theatre/hall, coffee shop, community rooms, and town council offices, together with retail space is within walking distance of the property. The Yew Tree and Ridgewaye Playing Fields are also close by, with open green spaces for walking and recreational sport. Southborough enjoys many local independent shops with an award winning hairdressers, The Gallery, and restaurant Tallow, which has just been named The Good Food Guide`s Best UK Local Restaurant 2023 both are a short walk away. With additional convenience stores, a baker, a butcher, and pubs such as The Hand & Sceptre and The Imperial nearby, all your local needs are met.The more extensive shopping facilities in both Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells are nearby as is Tunbridge Wells` historic Pantiles which offers a vibrant al fresco cafe culture with independent boutiques stretching up to the old High Street.what3words /// artist.ample.firmsNoticePlease note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_southborough-d550346/for-sale_i69570554
A beautifully presented country property with a tennis court, heated swimming pool, two outbuildings and about 3 acres of garden and paddocks. DescriptionLen Hurst is a beautifully presented, predominantly Victorian country property nestled amidst gardens and paddocks of about 3 acres whilst situated in the centre of its plot. This impressive home has been extended and renovated by the current owners to a high specification with accommodation being situated over two floors. In addition to the main house there is a detached three bedroom building with a separate entry and driveway, together with a range of versatile outbuildings, heated swimming pool and tennis court.This light, airy and substantial home boasts well-presented accommodation, enjoying well proportioned rooms and modern features including under floor heating to the kitchen. dining room and utility areas. The reception rooms provide ideal family areas and comprise a sitting room with gas fireplace, leading to the well proportioned family room with log burner and sliding doors to the pool area and a study, all which flow seamlessly. The bespoke fitted orangery kitchen/breakfast room by Roma Interiors is beautiful, fitted with an extensive range of cupboards and a central island complimented by stunning marble worktops. Appliances include a Rangemaster gas cooker, two Neff ovens including steam and microwave with warming drawers, a Quooker tap and integral dishwasher. To one end is the dining room with an attractive double sided flue gas fire also open to the kitchen. Off the kitchen is a utility room, fitted to match the kitchen with further integral dishwasher, sink and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer. A cloakroom concludes the ground floor accommodation. There are four bedrooms on the first floor, served by a stylish family bathroom with Mira digital contemporary shower. The principal bedroom suite incorporates a generous bedroom with a dressing room, a variety of fitted cupboards by Thoroughly Wood and a well appointed en suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and Mira digital contemporary shower. The second bedroom also enjoys a stylish en suite bathroom with whirlpool bath.Electrically operated gates with entry system, provide access via a graveled driveway to parking for several cars and access to the detached double garage. Attractive paved terraces extend to the south and west of the house flanked with palm trees providing the perfect areas for al fresco entertaining. To the west of the main house lies the formal garden laid mainly to lawn, whilst to the south is the paddock and woodland bordered by the River Len, all amounting to approximately 3 acres. Further recreational facilities include a tennis court and a heated swimming pool, both newly refurbished in 2022. Adjacent to the swimming pool is a pool house fitted with a WC, shower and sauna room and to the rear, a plant room which houses the pool equipment.Situated to the south west of the main house and benefitting from its own electrically operated entrance and driveway is a flexible detached single storey building, comprising a number of rooms. It benefits from private parking and a porcelain tiled south facing garden area with central olive tree. This could be used as ancillary/annexe accommodation, subject to the necessary planning and building control requirements.At the end of this driveway is also a further detached two storey outbuilding which benefits from air conditioning and comprises a games room, double garage and office above.LocationFairbourne Court occupies a country lane position about 0.5 of a mile from Harrietsham which benefits from a good range of everyday amenities, under two miles from the pretty village of Ulcombe with The Pepperbox Inn and The Harrow Inn and primary school and 2.3 miles from the market village of Lenham with Coop supermarket, village store, pharmacy, school and public houses. Rail services run from Harrietsham and Hollingbourne to London Victoria in about 1 hour 12 mins. Ashford (15.3 miles) has a high speed train service to London St Pancras in about 37 minutes. Ebbsfleet International (23 miles) has fast services to London St Pancras in about 20 mins. Like many parts of Kent there is an excellent selection of schools in the area. In the state sector there are schools for boys and girls in Maidstone, Sittingbourne, Cranbrook and Tonbridge. Independent girls and boys schools in the private sector include Sutton Valence, King's Canterbury, Lorenden, St Edmunds and Tonbridge at junior and senior level. There is easy access to the M20 (Junction 8) and M2 providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airport and other motorway networks. *All distances and mileages are approximateSquare Footage: 2,992 sq ft Acreage: 2.98 AcresDirectionsFrom the M20 leave at junction 8, Hollingbourne Interchange and take the third exit onto the A20 towards Harrietsham. After about 3 miles turn right onto Fairbourne Lane and Len Hurst will be found on the right hand side after 0.4 mile.///wacky.laugh.sheep Additional InfoServices: Gas fired central heating, mains electricity and water. Private drainage. Swimming pool heated via air source heat pump.Agent's Note: There are two substantial buildings which have potential use for: business, annexe or other, subject to the appropriate planning and building regulations. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_harrietsham-d528900/for-sale_i69338018
Grade II listed, Great Walton is a beautifully presented 17th-century red brick, tile-hung and weatherboarded country property with 18th and 19th-century additions, offering almost 5,000 sq ft of unique and versatile accommodation arranged over three spacious and light-filled floors. The property retains an abundance of charming features, including original windows, fine feature fireplaces, tall ornately corniced ceilings, exposed timber beams and more. The front door opens to a generous reception hall with a carved staircase. Either side of the hall are the formal dining room and the bright sitting room, both with feature fireplaces. The accommodation flows into the elegant drawing room, with its marble fireplace and triple arched French doors opening to the south westerly terrace, alongside which is an attractive conservatory with domed skylight. A boot room and cloakroom are situated behind the staircase.Further along the hall is the kitchen/breakfast room, with stone floors, bay windows with peaceful garden views, tasteful sage-coloured cabinetry, various appliances and an island. Alongside is a utility with a hatch to the cellar below. From here a door leads to an impressive walkway with a trail of arched glazed window panels, and a staircase to the 27 ft tongue and groove panelled and vaulted billiard room with herringbone floors and cast-iron fireplace. The airy first-floor landing branches off into a dual-aspect study or seventh bedroom, along with a family bathroom and three charming bedrooms, one of which has an en suite bathroom. A short flight of stairs leads to the principal suite, which benefits from fitted wardrobes and an en suite bathroom with separate WC. The second floor is home to two further bedrooms, both well served by a family bathroom and a range of adaptable store rooms.The property is approached via a large, gravelled carriage driveway opening to a courtyard beside the brick-built stores, carports and garage. The house has a beautiful facade adorned with pretty climbers and sits within beautiful mature gardens and grounds. There are sunny paved terraces, several divided formal landscaped gardens with trimmed hedging and shrubs, extensive level lawns interspersed with mature and towering specimen trees, topiary and a wealth of colourful stocked herbaceous beds, along with a swimming pool and tennis court.Thriving Eastry offers ample local amenities, including a store, Post Office, butchers, bakers, pharmacy, public house and several eateries. Nearby Sandwich provides further shopping and cultural attractions, whilst an extensive array of facilities and educational options can be found in the city of Canterbury.The Kent coast and Pegwell Bay National Nature Reserve offer many walking and cycling routes. There are numerous well-regarded golf courses nearby, including Royal St George's. Sandwich station provides frequent connections to London and the A2 and M2 offer convenient road links. There is good access to the Continent. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_eastry-d535465/for-sale_i70067705
Southwinds is an exquisite residence, commissioned by the current owners and built to high specification and finish. To the front of the property there is a perimeter wall topped with a hedge for privacy. A wide sliding electric gate leads to a private drive with ample parking for three cars on a loose stone drive. To the side there is a separate pedestrian gate and drivable access to the garage at rear. Tiled steps lead up to a large porch with tall glass front doors. These open onto an atrium with 6m ceiling heights. The entrance hall is split level with lateral doors to the drawing room and a guest suite immediately within. On the upper level there is a staircase on the right hand side to the first floor balcony and further lateral entrances to the yoga/fitness studio and utility room with bespoke cabinetry and guest cloakroom. The atrium continues directly ahead opening into a galleried dining area overlooking the garden, on either side of which are the open plan kitchen and the snug, both with french windows that open onto the garden.The lower garden is an expansive paved area, suitable for dining, entertaining or recreation. Central steps lead to the upper garden where there is a heated swimming pool surrounded by lounge areas. There is also a changing area, direct access to the double garage and views towards North Foreland Lighthouse.On the first floor the there is a gallery that overlooks the atrium and links four well proportioned bedrooms, three of which have ensuite bathrooms. The fourth bedroom is directly adjacent to the large family bathroom with a freestanding bath. The Master Suite has a shared terrace which overlooks the sea and a dressing room with bespoke fitted wardrobes and access to the second floor - two smaller rooms with Velux windows with an aspect towards the lighthouse. These could be used as an office, playroom or children's bedroom. Accommodation list/Features Vaulted Reception Hall, Drawing Room with fire place and double French Doors, Guest Bedroom suite with double French Doors, lateral open plan kitchen with galleried dining room and snug, sliding doors opening onto the garden, heated swimming pool, utility room, guest cloakroom, fitness studio, Master suite with dressing room and walk-in wardrobe, access to shared terrace with sea view, 5 further bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, detached double garage. Gated driveway with ample space for three cars. Specification listThe specification was specifically tailored to the current owners requirements and includes: Loxone smart home fully developed including lighting, security, CCTV, access control, heating, music system Steel Windows and Doors to front of property all other windows Heritage AluminiumMitsubishi Air source heat pumpMVHR includes ventilation to every roomMechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery (MVHR) is a whole house ventilation system that both supplies and extracts air throughout a property. This is increasingly used to reduce the heating and cooling demands of buildings.Under floor Heating throughoutAmtico floor with inlay edging detailWindows Wired For electric curtains and blindsTV points in every room, wired for Internet, HDMI, TV/SATAV cupboard, includes all smart home, speaker, hdmi, cat6 wiringProperty lighting design by specialist including inlay LED detailing to main hallwayExternal lighting design an install to front and backDouble Garage with lighting, power, water, internetElectric gatesBespoke kitchen with cock bead detailSwimming pool heatedLog burners to drawing room and snug10 year build warranty to 2030 ServicesThe property is connected to mains water, gas, drainage, electricitySituationOne mile to Broadstairs bustling with independent shops and restaurants 0.3 miles to Joss Bay and Cafe Bus; The Loop connects Margate, Broadstairs, and Ramsgate in a continuous cycle, up to every 7 minutes, and operates 7 days a week, from early morning until late evening. Train; Broadstairs to London Victoria 2hrThanet also boasts a frequent High Speed direct rail service to London St Pancras and the International Eurostar terminus. Electric Car: Broadstairs - Westwood Cross Shopping Centre, CT10 2BF - 5 bays (2 multi-charge, 1 Tesla and 2 Podpoint which require an app) Shopping: Westwood Cross, Shopping Centre Broadstairs - 3 milesAirports: City via M2 1hr 56m Gatwick via M2 1hr 52 Schools: Private: St Lawrence College, Wellesley House, State: The Charles Dickens School, Bromstone Primary School, Grammar: Chatham & Clarendon Grammar School, Ramsgate Golf: North Foreland Gold Club Yoga & Wellness: Hotpod Yoga Margate 3.3m, Haeckels House Spa, 3.9m Museums/local historical attractions: Dover Castle, Northforeland Lighthouse, The Charles Dickens Museum, Broadstairs For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_kent-d541505/for-sale_i70182532
Set towards the edge of a sought-after village, yet within the M25, a fine and handsome, detached country house of elegant proportion. With origins dating to the 1920s, together with later additions, the original architectural style reflected the Arts and Crafts school and to this day retains many of those attributes and exudes character. Exteriors are typical of the period with an oak front porch, red brick and tile hung elevations, under a tall tiled roof with leaded light with multi-pane, oak framed casement windows, whilst internally the many features include original parquet flooring, an imposing oak staircase, a variety of handsome fireplace styles, wood panelling to some walls and the original servants call system still in working order. At present extending to over 3,680 square feet, the quietly elegant and characterful accommodation is laid out over three floors. Ceilings are generous throughout with some displaying oak beams, while windows and French doors are large, offering a fine prospect over the grounds and beyond. The two formal reception rooms each have oak panelling to the walls and fireplaces, as does the reception hall. Elsewhere on the ground floor is a fully fitted kitchen/breakfast room, comprehensively furnished with a range of wall and base units, granite work surfaces and a terracotta tiled floor. Integrated appliances include a four-oven gas Aga, De Dietrich ceramic hob, single oven with space for an American style fridge/freezer and a dishwasher. The adjoining utility room has further storage and a door to the outside. In total there are seven bedrooms arranged over the upper two levels, with many having built in storage. The principal bedroom enjoys a triple aspect and has an en-suite bathroom, which is also 'Jack and Jill' to the landing. The additional four first floor bedrooms utilise the family bathroom with the further two bedrooms on the second floor sharing a shower room.OutsideThe property is set back and approached via a pair of electric wooden gates opening on to tarmac drive, sweeping up to a brick paviour, parking and turning area. In total the gardens and grounds extend to just under two acres and surround the house providing many open spaces for entertaining or play. Large swathes of lawn are peppered by spring flowering bulbs, herbaceous borders are well stocked and there are many varieties of mature trees, hedging and shrubs. Traversing the rear of the house, a large York stone terrace has elegant steps leading down to a formal lawn with a stone fountain. The heated pool has an electric safety cover, pump room and its own terracing. Storage is provide by various timber outbuildings.SituationKnockholt is a sought-after village within the M25 just north of Sevenoaks, which has a connected and vibrant community. Amenities include two public houses, community hall, primary school and a family owned garden centre with two sites in the area which hosts a monthly farmer's market. Sevenoaks is approximately seven miles to the south and has a wide variety of shops, supermarkets, cafes, restaurants and a theatre, whilst the busy town of Bromley is about nine miles to the north west. For commuters, stopping train services to London and Sevenoaks can be accessed at Knockholt station just under four miles away with fast trains in to the City, West End and Victoria from Orpington approximately six and a half miles away. Kent is of course renowned for its excellent choices in schooling, at primary and secondary levels, state and private sectors including grammar schools in Orpington, Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells, village primary schools, prep schools in Sevenoaks, Bromley and Bickley, public schools such as Sevenoaks, Eltham College and Tonbridge.Additional InformationTenure: Freehold Services: All mains services. Local Authority: Sevenoaks District Council. Council Tax Band G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_knockholt-d554999/for-sale_i70574720
TANCREYTancrey is a unique and substantial period property. Dating originally from Tudor times, the house has been extensively remodelled and extended over the centuries and offers a charming and eclectic range of architectural styles. The oldest part of the house is the southern wing, where dragon beams and other period features indicate the style of a Wealden "hall house", possibly dating from the 16th century. A further addition was made in the 17th century and, finally, a Georgian wing was added in the early 1700s. The mellow elevations and the juxtaposition between the timbered elevations and the more formal Georgian architecture make for a very pleasing contrast.Set on its own island in the River Stour in the centre of the Fordwich, Tancrey is beautifully secluded and protected but sits at the heart of this ancient settlement. Fordwich is famously known as Britain's smallest town, with its unique timber-framed town hall.The accommodation is currently arranged to provide the principal house with an adjoining annexe. Both could easily be incorporated into one if required.In the main house there are four principal reception rooms with significant period features throughout, each with their own individual character and perfect for family living and entertaining. With such a variety of rooms there is ample space to find a quiet spot to relax and enjoy the views over the garden.The kitchen is the heart of the house and has a wonderful atmosphere, full of character, with numerous beams and beautiful views over the garden. A four oven Aga sits proudly at the end of the room. This is the perfect place for informal dining with plenty of room for a refectory style table. The first floor offers six well-proportioned bedrooms, many of which enjoy tall vaulted and beamed ceilings, wood-panelled walls; most of the rooms enjoy peaceful aspects of the grounds and river beyond. There is a family bathroom and two family shower rooms.On the second floor there is a further bedroom and an additional adaptable room, together with a family bathroom.THE ANNEXEThe attached annexe comprises an open-plan sitting/dining room/kitchen with a curved bay window and fireplaceA staircase leads to the first floor where there is a well-proportioned principal bedroom with a charming window seat, integrated wardrobes and a large en suite shower room. A second bedroom and shower room complete the floor.The property benefits from a highly desirable position with its beautifully landscaped grounds giving direct access to the scenic and meandering Great Stour river, with its pretty beds comprising various trees and a mature weeping willow. A decked area offers a peaceful spot to relax by the river, whilst the expansive grounds comprise a number of formal level lawned gardens with well-stocked flower beds on three sides of the home. The property's main entrance is accessed via a walled, gated courtyard which contains a large gravelled driveway and front terrace to the annexe leading to the detached double brick-built garage and pool house. The garage has the capacity to park up to six vehicles, utilising lifts. The fully glazed arched pool house encloses the 37ft swimming pool and paved sun terrace; there is also a games room, shower room and pump room. The well-established garden also features a sizeable and characterful two-storey outhouse with a 30ft dual aspect workshop, tractor store, four former stable rooms to the ground floor and a capacious, adaptable floor above, as well as a sizeable greenhouse and mature vegetable plot.The property is situated in Fordwich, England's smallest town, which lies to the north east of Canterbury, with its extensive educational, leisure and shopping facilities. The Junior Kings School is located close-by in Sturry village. The station at Sturry provides connections to the High-Speed service from Canterbury West (London St Pancras from 54 minutes) and Ashford.The A2 provides direct access to the motorway network. The Port of Dover and the Channel Tunnel at Folkestone provide regular services to the Continent. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_fordwich-d576705/for-sale_i68143323
In a wonderful location, occupying a commanding position within an exclusive private estate and in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a magnificent, detached country house with substantial accommodation, surrounded by lovely, landscaped gardens. Designed and constructed towards the end of the twentieth century, Manor Road was laid out to reflect a manorial estate as it would have developed over the centuries, therefore the six private properties each have their own distinctive, heritage style. Willington Manor is set at the head of the tree lined avenue approach and has architecture reflecting the Edwardian style. With imposing exterior elevations of red brick under a tall, pitched tiled roof, French doors and windows are large, leaded light double-glazed sash casements, allowing for maximum natural light penetration and framing the fine prospect over the gardens and of the views beyond. Maintained exceptionally well by the current owners who have been in residence since new, internally the accommodation extends to approximately 6370 square feet and is arranged over three floors, which, despite its size, has a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Rooms sizes are very generous with tall ceilings and include elegant reception rooms and sociable family living areas. A Gothic style, brick entrance porch has double doors which open into the fine reception hall with polished oak floors and a handsome oak staircase. The drawing room enjoys a triple aspect with two large bay windows and French doors to the rear garden and has a stone fireplace with gas fire, whilst the dining room has a walk-in wine store and polished oak flooring. From the casual sitting room, a pair of part glazed doors open into the kitchen/breakfast room, which is comprehensively furnished with a range of white wall and floor cabinetry in a contemporary style with black granite work surfaces and integrated appliances by Siemens, Smeg and Neff. Opening through from the kitchen area is a marvellous, hexagonal garden room providing a lovely informal dining and sitting space, enjoying fabulous views of the gardens. There are six/seven bedrooms arranged over the upper two levels. The principal bedroom suite has a large bay window to the front with exceptional far-reaching views as far as London on clear days, a fully fitted dressing room and a large en-suite bathroom with separate shower cabinet. There are four further bedrooms, three with en-suite shower rooms and one with a walk-in dressing room. The second floor is given over to two large rooms, one at present used as a games/hobby room, separated by a 'Jack 'n' Jill' bathroom.OutsideIn total the private estate extends to approximately 17 acres with Willington Manor benefitting from just under 2.5 acres of private gardens. Accessed via electrically operated gates, opening on to a tree lined avenue, the house itself has an electric five bar gate opening on to a wide private drive leading to the detached triple garage. The gardens are beautifully landscaped with carefully cared for sweeping lawns, well-stocked herbaceous borders, colourful shrubs, mature trees and a stone terrace traversing the rear of the house.SituationManor Road is set within a manicured private estate, approximately seven miles to the northeast of Sevenoaks, which is a thriving, vibrant town with excellent shopping, entertainment and sporting facilities, as well as fast trains to the West End and City of London with journey times from 28 minutes. There are local shops in West Kingsdown just over 1 mile from the house, whilst the quaint village of Otford is about 4 miles away, which has a train service into London Victoria. The area is renowned for the excellent selection in schooling including local village primary and junior schools, grammar schools in Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Maidstone, prep schools in Sevenoaks and Otford and public schools in Sevenoaks and Tonbridge.Additional InformationTenure - Freehold. Estate Charges - £1,500 per annum - approximately. Services - All mains services. Authority - Sevenoaks District Council; Council Tax Band H For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_west-kingsdown-d555054/for-sale_i70102810
THE OLD RECTORYStanding proudly overlooking the village green with views towards the old mill and the church, The Old Rectory is quintessentially English, forming part of an idyllic and unchanged pastoral scene and is one of the finest early-18th century houses in East Kent. Built in 1713 for the then rector of Wickhambreaux, it is a much admired and very fine example of Queen Anne architecture. With symmetrical facades on both the front and rear elevations, the house exudes significant character and has been stylishly and extensively updated in recent years by the current owners.A short flight of stone steps with iron handrails rises to a very handsome door case with an ornate fanlight over. The door opens to the reception hall, a beautiful panelled room flooded with light from a pair of tall sash windows. A wide archway leads through to the staircase hall with an elegant, easy rising 18th century staircase, dominated by a full height sash window.Off the hall to the right is the delightfully sunny study and to the rear of the house is the elegant panelled drawing room, which overlooks the rear garden. A beautiful fireplace is a focal point, and a door with external steps leads out to the garden. Adjoining the drawing room is the cosy sitting room with two deep sash windows looking out to the rear garden.A door off the staircase hall leads to the rear hall, where an elegant secondary staircase serves both the upper floors and the lower ground floor. The lower ground floor is, in the main, given over to a large and very well appointed family kitchen/dining room with an adjoining range of ancillary rooms, including a utility room, a laundry room, a pantry, a store room and a wine cellar.The main staircase rises to the bright first floor landing. The principal bedroom is situated to the rear and has three deep sash windows with lovely views over the garden. Its en-suite bathroom is a spacious room, newly fitted with a walk-in shower cubicle, wash basin, WC and a free-standing bath. Across the landing are two guest bedrooms, one with an en-suite bathroom that can also be accessed from the landing.A door opens to the rear staircase landing, from where the secondary stairs elegantly lead to the top floor where there are five further bedrooms and a family bathroom.THE COTTAGEThe attractive and well-appointed period cottage comprises a sitting room, a neatly fitted kitchen, ground floor bathroom and a spacious first floor bedroom. Adjacent to the cottage is a garage, with a separate large workshop and bike store.The house is approached off the village lane either by pedestrian access through a wrought iron gate into a well landscaped and formal front garden or, for vehicular access, through electric oak gates, via the gravel driveway to a parking and turning area immediately in front of the garage and cottage.The stylish swimming pool is tucked away behind the cottage/garage, and has the benefit of its own outdoor Roshults kitchen with fridge and dual BBQ which is linked with the mainline gas supply. The cottage doubles as an entertaining space, alongside the gym and changing rooms adjoining the spacious terrace around the pool. Beyond is the tennis court, which has a sand-based astro, suitable for a variety of sports. The partly walled garden has been carefully and sensitively landscaped, and makes a wonderful sanctuary. As well as the formal lawn, which has a summer house at its focal point and is surrounded by mature hedges and walls, with well-tended borders and a variety of specimen trees, there are terraces beside the house and these provide a variety of entertaining spaces. The vegetable garden is located at the far end of the garden, sheltered behind an abundance of lined pleached pear and apple trees which form the orchard, along with grapevines in the Victorian greenhouse. There are many modern technologies integrated throughout the grounds of The Old Rectory, including a cedar hot tub operated by app, outdoor shower, full remote Reko garden lighting system and fully automated Rainbird irrigation.The Old Rectory is located in the heart of picturesque Wickhambreaux. The village has a primary school and a pub with further amenities available in neighbouring Littlebourne. The Cathedral city of Canterbury has a superb array of restaurants and both high street and independent shops. There is easy access to large supermarkets and the city's well-regarded leisure and cultural facilities. There are excellent schools in both private and state sectors, including The King's School, St Edmund's School and the Simon Langton grammar schools. The dualled A2 junction at Bridge gives access to the wider motorway network. The High Speed train service to London St Pancras is available from Canterbury West (from 54 minutes). The area has good access to the Continent. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wickhambreaux-d556148/for-sale_i68164254
Chalksole Manor is a handsome double-fronted brick and timber-beamed residence with a wealth of original features, including fine stone and woodwork, feature fireplaces and leaded windows. Built circa 1920 in the Arts & Crafts style, and extensively modernised and extended by the current owners, today it offers over 7,600 sq ft of luxurious and adaptable accommodation ideal for modern living, along with a trio of versatile additional accommodation. The main house is traditionally styled with a porch opening to the striking vaulted central reception hall with its natural stone flooring, eye-catching 1920s fireplace, ornate turned stairway and galleried landing. From here double doors flow to the capacious sitting room with its bay window and detailed cornice and impressive Tudor style fireplace; the room opens directly to the rear terrace. Adjacent is a formal dining room with stone fireplace and beams also opening to the grounds. There is a further cosy family room off the hall. The main hallway flows past the cloakroom and larder/storage room, with access to cool wine cellar, to the sociable open-plan kitchen and casual dining area with double doors opening to the garden. The kitchen benefits from a wide range of bespoke kitchen units with granite worktops; there is a central island/breakfast bar with inset sink. A large range cooker is into a feature fireplace surround and there is also a fitted microwave, two fitted fridge freezers and dual sinks. Doors from the kitchen lead through to a fitted laundry room with Butler sink and to a rear exit comprising a boot room and cloakroom.The staircase rises to the galleried first floor landing with four elegant bedrooms and a family bathroom; all the bedrooms benefit from extensive fitted wardrobe space and two enjoy contemporary en suite shower rooms. The principal suite has a balcony overlooking the grounds, a fully fitted dressing room and a deluxe en suite bathroom with double basins, large inset bath and shower with built in steam appliance. The second floor offers two further bedroom suites with shower rooms and substantial eaves storage.The property sits in grounds of about 34 acres nestled among picturesque Kent countryside, The main house is approached through electrically controlled gates with a large sweeping gravelled driveway giving access to the four-car garage. The landscaped formal gardens have paved terraces, large lawns herbaceous beds, topiary and feature trees. There is a summer kitchen, Victorian style greenhouse, vegetable garden and a natural duck pond leading into paddocks and extensive ancient bluebell woodland with oak, ash and beech trees.In addition to the main house there is a separately accessed attached annexe and two separate well-appointed properties with private terraces, a working vineyard with large barn, and adaptable outbuildings currently being used as a workshop, log and implement store. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_alkham-d563972/for-sale_i70115703
Hookwood Farm is an impressive country residence built in a classic Georgian style to an exceptionally high standard and completed in 2013.The house has excellently proportioned accommodation, which also provides a versatile layout. The property has many unique and bespoke features, in keeping with the Georgian style yet ideal for modern living. These features include a handmade kitchen, stylish bathroom suites, decorative plaster friezes, elegant marble fireplaces, high ceilings, impressively proportioned internal doors, marble flooring, engineered oak flooring, multi-pane sash windows and decorative downpipe collars. The property sits within the magnificent gardens and grounds, which provide a wonderful backdrop and a high degree of privacy.The impressive and well-proportioned reception rooms provide wonderful areas for formal entertaining. The dining hall has an outlook to the front with double doors opening to the drawing room with three French doors to the south-facing terrace. The living room has an outlook over the rear gardens and leads to the impressive triple aspect orangery with French doors to the west terrace.The generously proportioned kitchen/breakfast room is triple aspect and has French doors to the east terrace. There is an excellent range of bespoke cupboards with matching island units. Granite work surfaces incorporate a 1½ bowl sink together with a preparation sink within the island unit, which also provides a breakfast bar. Fitted appliances include an electric Aga and separate gas Aga, two fridges and dishwashers, a Miele coffee machine and a wine fridge.The adjoining utility room has a double butler sink and additional fitted storage cupboards, together with direct access to the outside. A rear lobby leads to a store/boiler room and the integral double garage. An elegant staircase with a handcrafted handrail rises to the spacious first-floor landing with views to the front.The principal suite comprises a bedroom with views over the rear garden, a fitted dressing room and an elegant en suite bathroom with a separate shower cubicle. The guest bedroom is double aspect with wonderful garden views, a fitted wardrobe and en suite bathroom with a separate shower cubicle. There are two further bedrooms on this floor, both of which are served by en suite bathrooms.Arranged over the second floor are two well-proportioned bedrooms with views either to the front or rear, both served by en suite shower rooms and storage cupboards. There is also an excellent attic storage room with a porthole window to the front.Planning consent has been given for a single-storey rear extension. (Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council Planning Application 21/03218/FL).The annexe is approached from the rear lobby, with stairs rising to the first floor. It comprises a spacious living/bedroom area with a kitchenette and a well-appointed en suite shower room.The barn comprises a garden store, store room with kitchenette, cloakroom and open store. The timber stables comprise a loose box and field shelter Victorian-style greenhouse with cold frames, a garden shed and a chicken run with a coop.The house is approached over a gravel drive with a stone-pollarded entrance and wrought iron gates. The drive splits, leading to the garaging and on to the front of the house, where there is a generous area for parking. There is also a secondary drive from the lane, which leads to the barn. The formal gardens surround the house and include manicured lawns edged with either yew or box hedging, with the front lawn featuring an attractive rill culminating in an ornamental pond.To the west and south of the house are generous paved and gravel terraces flanked by well-stocked beds and providing wonderful areas for al fresco entertaining. The symmetrical south facing garden features stone steps leading to the terraced lawns, one of which has two herbaceous beds flanked by white lavender.Hookwood Farm is located on the edge of the sought-after village of Shipbourne. The village includes the popular Chaser Inn and weekly award winning Farmers' Market, as well as the church, primary school and common.Comprehensive Shopping: Tonbridge (3.3 miles), Sevenoaks (8.6 miles), and Tunbridge Wells (10.9 miles) provide supermarkets and the usual popular high street retailers and many pubs and restaurants. Bluewater (23.1 miles).Mainline Rail Services: Tonbridge (3.6 miles), Hildenborough (5.9 miles) and Sevenoaks (9 miles) mainline stations to London Bridge, Charing Cross & Cannon Street, and Borough Green (6.4 miles) to Victoria.Primary Schools: Shipbourne, Plaxtol, Kings Hill, Mereworth, Hadlow, Ightham and Borough Green. Secondary Schools: Judd Boys Grammar, Weald of Kent Girls Grammar and Tonbridge Grammar. Knole Academy, Trinity and Weald of Kent Grammar Schools in Sevenoaks. Private Schools: Tonbridge and Summerhill Schools in Tonbridge. Sevenoaks and Walthamstow Hall Schools in Sevenoaks. The Granville, Solefields and New Beacon Preparatory Schools in Sevenoaks. St Michaels and Russell House Preparatory Schools in Otford. Radnor House in Sundridge.Leisure Facilities: Shipbourne Tennis Club on the Green, Golf at Wilderness, Nizels, Knole Park and Poult Wood. Nizels Golf & Fitness Centre in Hildenborough, indoor and outdoor swimming pools the Angel Leisure Centre and a range of sporting clubs, including football, baseball, swimming and sailing in Tonbridge. A large network of footpaths linking to the Greensand Way.All distances are approximate. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_shipbourne-d586169/for-sale_i70302145
This property has all the hallmarks of a small country estate but one that is steeped in the modern world rather than in history. The impressive house was only completed about 10 years ago and nestles in about three acres of gardens surrounded by some 12 acres of beautiful grounds that include a lake, a reservoir, a hard tennis and basket ball court as well as a stunning indoor swimming pool on the lower ground floor that opens up to a vast terrace with an amazing waterfall. It also offers outstanding accommodation as well as the latest in technical know how and it is this aspect that really sets it apart from other upmarket properties. It includes two windmills providing electricity, a bore hold and an irrigation system that services all the gardens and grounds. From the moment you enter through the wrought iron gates to the in and out driveway you will be awestruck. Walking under the Palladian style porch to the double sized front door you will be impatient to see what lies beyond and you won't be disappointed. The central hall and vast atrium with its cathedral style double height windows and dining and seating areas provide an impressive introduction to this fascinating place with plenty of light streaming in from the wall of sliding glass doors that open on the upper terrace. There is an elegant drawing room and large dining room for more formal occasions as well as a beautifully fitted study and a stunning bespoke kitchen/breakfast room designed by Thoroughly Wood. This includes a large island/breakfast bar, a Wolfe range cooker, a two drawer dishwasher, coffee machine, combi microwave and a warming drawer and still leaves plenty of room for a large table and chairs. The lower ground floor is the piece de resistance with a simply stunning indoor swimming pool with a built in Jacuzzi and a wall of sliding doors to the vast lower terrace that, when open, bring the outdoors inside. Around the pool there is a steam room, plunge pool and infra red and classic sauna as well as a shower room, changing rooms, a large playroom that would make an excellent cinema and a utility room with two washing machines and two tumble dryers.What the Owner says:There was originally an older farmhouse on the site but we were advised by the town planners that it would be more appropriate to demolish the old house and build a new one. So we started the 'labour of love' building this amazing property at the end of the last century and finished it some 10 years later. We both come from Africa and have always enjoyed homes with plenty of light so that was a very important aspect when initially designing our new residence. In order to create the fabulous lower ground outdoor terrace so we could wander out from the swimming pool to a large open space, we had to dig out the whole area and all the soil has gone into the landscaping of the surrounding gardens. While the earth from digging out the lake and the reservoir has been used to landscape the 12 acres of grounds. Over the years we had three gardeners designers providing wonderful creations for different parts of the garden and grounds and we are extremely proud of the delightful results. When building the property we have tried to incorporate everything of the highest quality and to provide a beautiful and relaxing home for ourselves, our family and our friends. We love our home but are now about to embark on a new chapter in our lives and we look forward to new owners being able to take advantage of everything we have done to create the ultimate in a modern country estate.Room sizes:Reception Hall: 26'8 (8.13m) x 24'7 into bay (7.50m) narrowing to 17'6 (5.34m)Drawing Room: 34'9 into bay x 17'6 (10.60m x 5.34m)Kitchen/Dining Room: 36'5 (11.11m) x 21'4 (6.51m) narrowing to 17'6 (5.34m)Boot Room: 9'1 x 9'1 (2.77m x 2.77m)CloakroomFormal Dining Room: 18'9 x 15'5 (5.72m x 4.70m)Study: 14'5 x 14'3 (4.40m x 4.35m)HallSwimming Pool Area: 43'6 x 37'8 (13.27m x 11.49m)JacuzziSteam RoomSaunaPlunge PoolShowerWCChanging Room: 11'5 x 7'4 (3.48m x 2.24m)Gym: 19'4 x 15'9 (5.90m x 4.80m)Function Room: 35'3 x 17'4 (10.75m x 5.29m)Wine Room: 12'7 x 7'4 (3.84m x 2.24m)Laundry Room: 11'5 x 8'5 (3.48m x 2.57m)CloakroomPantryUtility Room: 12'5 x 8'0 (3.79m x 2.44m)Store Room: 10'7 x 5'9 (3.23m x 1.75m)Plant Room: 15'9 x 15'5 (4.80m x 4.70m)Systems Room: 12'9 x 12'5 (3.89m x 3.79m)SPLIT LEVEL FIRST FLOORGalleried LandingMaster Bedroom: 17'7 x 14'0 (5.36m x 4.27m)Dressing Room: 17'5 (5.31m) narrowing to 9'3 (2.82m) x 17'0 (5.19m)En-Suite Bath/Shower Room: 15'9 x 8'9 (4.80m x 2.67m)2 x BalconiesBedroom 5: 13'4 up to fitted wardrobes x 10'6 (4.07m x 3.20m)En-Suite Shower Room: 11'5 x 5'8 (3.48m x 1.73m)Bedroom 2: 15'11 x 12'8 (4.85m x 3.86m)En-Suite Shower RoomBedroom 4: 13'3 x 12'3 (4.04m x 3.74m)Jack & Jill Bath/Shower Room: 10'8 x 8'2 (3.25m x 2.49m)Bedroom 3: 17'8 x 10'1 (5.39m x 3.08m)SECOND FLOORLoft Room: 20'5 x 8'1 (6.23m x 2.47m)Roof Terrace: 36'2 (11.03m) x 13'1 (3.99m) narrowing to 8'0 (2.44m)OUTBUILDING GROUND FLOORTriple Garage: 35'8 x 24'0 (10.88m x 7.32m)WCStore RoomOUBUILDING FIRST FLOORAnnex Living Room: 20'1 x 16'2 (6.13m x 4.93m)Annex Kitchen: 11'2 x 7'8 (3.41m x 2.34m)Annex Bedroom: 20'1 x 11'4 (6.13m x 3.46m)Annex Shower Room: 11'2 x 8'2 (3.41m x 2.49m)OUTBUILDING LOWER GROUND FLOORGames Room: 34'6 x 20'9 (10.52m x 6.33m)Store RoomOUTSIDEGardensWater Fall FeatureTennis CourtMan Made LakeJettyWater ReservoirGreenhouseVegetable GardenOrchardGated In & Out Driveway The information provided about this property does not constitute or form part of an offer or contract, nor may be it be regarded as representations. All interested parties must verify accuracy and your solicitor must verify tenure/lease information, fixtures & fittings and, where the property has been extended/converted, planning/building regulation consents. All dimensions are approximate and quoted for guidance only as are floor plans which are not to scale and their accuracy cannot be confirmed. Reference to appliances and/or services does not imply that they are necessarily in working order or fit for the purpose. We are pleased to offer our customers a range of additional services to help them with moving home. None of these services are obligatory and you are free to use service providers of your choice. Current regulations require all estate agents to inform their customers of the fees they earn for recommending third party services. If you choose to use a service provider recommended by Fine & Country, details of all referral fees can be found at the link below. If you decide to use any of our services, please be assured that this will not increase the fees you pay to our service providers, which remain as quoted directly to you. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_stelling-minnis-d524392/for-sale_i71681039
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