£1,750,000 /Sale price

Idyllically situated contemporary five bedroom house with over 13 acres. DescriptionWhite Ash Farm occupies an idyllic rural setting with land extending to over 13 acres and a stylish contemporary five bedroom family home at the heart.Externally, the property retains the utilitarian character and appearance of the original agricultural barn whilst internally it boasts light and beautifully proportioned accommodation over two floors, with limestone flooring and underfloor heating to the bath and shower rooms.The front door opens to an impressive reception hall with centrally placed dividing oak and glass staircase rising to a superb galleried landing. Light and airy reception rooms comprise a dual aspect sitting room, a home office and a wonderful open plan L shaped room, incorporating family and dining room areas with views over the land to the south and west. The sleek kitchen is included in this excellent open plan space and is equipped with an extensive range of cupboards, central island and integral appliances including Bosch ovens and dishwasher and Neff coffee maker. There is an adjoining utility room with further cupboards and space for white goods.Off the stunning galleried landing there is access to a decked balcony. Five attractive double bedrooms are arranged over the first floor, with plantation-style shutters and all enjoy the scenic surrounding countryside views. The bedrooms are served by three en suite shower rooms and a family bathroom.White Ash Farm is approached over a long private track bounded by undulating fields. A spur winds off to the various outbuildings whilst the track continues to a five bar gate which opens and leads around to the substantial parking area situated to the front of the house.LocationSissinghurst village (1.2 miles) provides local shopping with more extensive shopping, sport and leisure facilities in Cranbrook (2.4 miles), Tenterden (10 miles), Maidstone (12.4 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (15.4 miles).An excellent selection of educational opportunities exist within the area in both the private and state sector, at all levels. These include Sissinghurst and Cranbrook primary schools, Marlborough House, Dulwich and Saint Ronans preparatory schools. Cranbrook School, Sutton Valence School, Bethany, and Benenden School at secondary level and grammar schools in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Maidstone.Staplehurst (3.6 miles) has fast and frequent services to London Charing Cross, London Bridge and Cannon Street from approximately 1 hour. Eurostar trains are available from Ashford International and a high speed service runs from London St Pancras to Ashford in about 37 minutes. Leisure facilities include golf clubs at Chart Hills, Rye and Dale Hill in Ticehurst. Risebridge Health Club at Goudhurst with pool, squash and tennis courts. Sailing and fishing at Bewl Water and riding, walking, mountain bike trails plus a climbing and activity centre in Bedgebury Forest and Pinetum.The A21 is easily reached and provides access to the M25, Gatwick, Heathrow and the national motorway network.*All distance and travel times are approximate.Square Footage: 3,994 sq ft Acreage: 13.67 AcresDirectionsFrom the Wilsley Pound roundabout take the A229 towards Maidstone. After passing a Murco garage on the left hand side, take the next left turning signposted Starvenden Lane (private lane). Follow this lane for about 0.4 of a mile and the entrance to White Ash Farm will be found on the left hand side. Additional InfoServices: LPG fired central heating, mains electricity and water. Private drainage.Cladding: This property has cladding, as far as we know the current position with the property is: The property is under six floors so any cladding may not have been tested. Purchasers should make enquiries about the external wall system of the property, if it has cladding and if it is safe or if there are interim measures in place.A footpath runs over part of the land