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" Set in 1.88 acres (*TBV) and surrounded by farmland in a picturesque rural location on the North Downs, with no near neighbours, is this charming well-presented period Grade II listed detached property including 4 bedrooms and 3 Receptions rooms with the benefit of a separate detached period barn(currently used as pony stables) offering options for use as a workshop, vehicle storage or possible conversion to ancillary accommodation or holiday let Subj. P.P.). For those with outdoor/equestrian interests there is a bridleway directly adjacent to the property offering access to hacking out and country walks. The large rear garden overlooks farmland views and the adjoining paddock offers space to add a self contained stable block if required. The glorious beamed accommodation includes a wealth of features synonymous with the period origins of the house including a huge Inglenook fireplace in the dining room, further fireplace with wood-burning stove in the sitting room and hand-made 'Wren of Sevenoaks' country kitchen with AGA - open-plan into the conservatory/garden room. The whole is approached through a five bar gate to the front onto a shingled driveway with parking for several vehicles. A separate driveway to the side leads to a single garage and to the paddock and barn to the rear. NO CHAIN

ACCOMMODATION-refer to the floor plan GROUND FLOOR - Front Door To Hall - Window to front. Wall mounted alarm panel. Radiator.
SITTING ROOM - Wood burner with brick surround on a tiled base. Exposed beams.
DINING ROOM - French door to rear. Shallow storage cupboard. Large feature open inglenook fireplace. Exposed beams. Built in corner storage cabinet.
KITCHEN - Window to front. Bespoke hand built kitchen with range of wall and base units. Integrated dishwasher and microwave. American style fridge/freezer to remain. Butler sink. Aga. Stone flooring.
STUDY/OFFICE AREA - Sink with built in unit. CLOAKROOM - WC with hand basin. Localised tiling.
REAR LOBBY/UTILITY ROOM- Space for washing machine and tumble dryer. Tap. Wall mounted thermostat. Brand new oil fired boiler and hot water tank. Rear door.
CONSERVATORY - Double glazed French doors to rear. Stone flooring. Feature well with glass casement.
CELLAR - BT Point. Fuse box. CCTV hub. Power and light.
FIRST FLOOR - First Floor Landing - Smoke alarm. Radiator. Window to front x 2. Feature fireplace. Storage cupboard.
BEDROOM 1 - Built in double wardrobe. Wall lights. Corner sink with built in corner unit. Exposed beams.
Ensuite - Low level WC. Window to rear. Shower with screen. Partly tiled walls.
BEDROOM 2 - Built in ladder to upper level. Exposed beams leading to loft access. Ceiling fan.
BEDROOM 3 - Built in double wardrobe. Exposed beams.
BEDROOM 4 - Built in double wardrobe.
BATHROOM - Suite comprising of WC, corner unit wash hand basin with built in cupboard and stand alone bath with feature shower attachment. Exposed beams. PROPERTY LOCATION The property is set off a country road with good access to the front drive and via a separate five bar gate to the side. Further pedestrian access is also available to the rear between the gardens and pasture. There are no near neighbours and the property is deemed as rurally located. Access to the main roads and motorways can be made in either direction onto the A20 then the M20 which takes you directly north or south, or, to Faversham/Sittingbourne in the other direction for the A2 and M2.
The nearest towns are Maidstone and Sittingbourne each with a comprehensive range of shops, schools and railway stations offering fast commuting links to London of around 1 hour. Road communications to London/M25 are very good via Junction 8 of the M20 and junction 5 of the M2. For local amenities the picturesque village of Lenham is a short drive with various shops, primary school and several well known country inns and restaurants in the surrounding hamlets. There are numerous leisure facilities in the local vicinity including the Hucking Estate Woodland Trust, Leeds castle golf course and the World renowned Tourist attraction 'Leeds castle' as well as various sport and leisure centres. Further rail links to London can be gained at Newington and Ebbsfleet International which also gives connections to the Continent. EQUESTRIAN & BARN There is a bridle path adjacent to the property which takes you through some woods and then to Lenham Heath Road where further Bridle paths can be found and riding out over 'set aside'. The set aside riding out may be via the TROT scheme.
BARN - We understand that this is also listed and believe is from assorted ages based on its construction. In part brick, some flint, timber and steel frame with a corrugated roof. Power, light and water connected. there is also a small separate covered stable and hard standing area for ponies. Leading to the rear paddock. The Barn could be refurbished and adapted to include more stabling or possibly offers opportunities for conversion to ancillary accommodation or holiday lets. (subject to permissions). LAND & GROUNDS We understand that the whole site sits in approx. 1.88 acres (TBV). Entrance via a Five bar gate to shingled drive with parking for several vehicles. Rear garden has mixed areas of shingle, decked and paved areas for sitting out/entertaining. Separate entrance from roadside leading to a single garage and to the pastureland with water point from mains. N.B. the paddock areas allow enough space to add a stable block (subject to permissions)
The acreage stated at the property is 'TBV - *To Be Verified', which means that the land has not been measured formally by Equus and its sellers/clients other than by obtaining the Title Plan from Land registry, where available, with the boundary and acreage clearly marked. Interested applicants/buyers are advised that if they have doubts as to the plot size and wish to have verification of the exact size of the entire plot, they will be required to make their own arrangements by appointing the services of an accredited company who can measure the boundary for a compliant Land Registry Title Plan. SERVICES & OUTGOINGS TENURE: Freehold
LOCAL AUTHORITY: Maidstone Borough Council
SERVICES: HOUSE - Oil central heating. Mains water. Private drainage. AGA oil (cooking only). BARN: Water. Power. Lights.
TAX BAND: G
EPC RATING: Exempt Grade I I listed HELPFUL WEBSITES We recommend that you visit the local authority website pertaining to the property you are interested in buying for all the planning consents / restrictions / history and the following websites for more helpful information about the property and surrounding local area before proceeding in a purchase: www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk - www.homecheck.co.uk
www.floodrisk.co.uk - www.environment-agency.gov.uk - www.landregistry.gov.uk, www.homeoffice.gov.uk, www.ukradon.org VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS All Viewings are strictly by Appointment with the Vendors Agent
Equus Country & Equestrian, South East
T: 01892 829014
E: sales@equusproperty.co.uk GENERAL NOTES ON WRITTEN INFORMATION If you are viewing one of our properties through an external website certain information placed within the sales details may be stripped out of the text; these may include ? external websites names, currency signs and useful telephone numbers. DIRECTIONS Heading South on the M20 toward Folkestone take the exit at junction 8 (signed to Leeds Castle) onto the A20 proceed for approximately 5 miles passing through Harrietsham village and then take the left hand turn (opposite the Lenham Village Turn off) onto the Faversham Road. Continue for around 3.4 miles and the property will be found on your right hand side. "