Property description
This stunning Grade II Listed property is believed to date from the 16th century with later additions but there are suggestions that it could date back as early as the 14th century. The property enjoys a 'wow' location between Cranbrook and Benenden with far reaching views.
Oozing with character, there are numerous period features from fireplaces to exposed beams throughout the accommodation which consists of a vaulted, triple aspect drawing room with feature fireplace, a sitting room with doors to the garden and an open fireplace, a family room with open fireplace, a bedroom/study, a reception room, a kitchen/breakfast room and a bathroom on the ground floor.
Two staircases lead to the first floor, the first leads to two double bedrooms and a w.c. with a steep staircase leading to a second floor bedroom. The second staircase leads to a double bedroom with an ensuite shower room and a staircase leading to an attic bedroom and shower room.
A gravel driveway provides off road parking and leads to a detached brick barn with planning permission to convert to a four bedroom property. Adjoining the driveway there are two paddocks bordered with post and rail fencing. From the driveway a lych gate leads to the garden.
Within the grounds a detached annexe consists of a sitting/dining room and a kitchen on the ground floor. With a double bedroom and a shower room on the first floor.
The annexe can be approached via the neighbouring driveway onto an area of brick parking which extends to create a brick terrace around the main house.
Sitting in delightful mature garden and grounds of approximately 6 acres, the garden is laid to lawn bordered with established hedging and well stocked flower and shrub beds and interspersed with a variety of mature trees. Within the garden there is a charming brick boiler house.
In addition to the 'wow' location the property also benefits from being located within the Cranbrook School Catchment Area.
Conveniently located for both Cranbrook and Benenden.
Every day needs are served by the nearby town of Cranbrook which is renowned for its eclectic mix of shops, cafe's, restaurants, boutiques etc. and within walking distance to all the towns amenities. Dominating the town is the stone church known locally as "The Cathedral of the Weald". A variety of social clubs offer a range of interesting activities.
The village of Benenden offers a large general store and post office, a hairdresser, a good butchers, an award winning pub and a village hall. Summer Sunday afternoons can be spent enjoying cricket on the village green.
In addition to Cranbrook School, there are other excellent schools, namely Bethany, Benenden School, Marlborough House, St Ronans, High Weald Academy and Dulwich Prep School as well as a number of Grammar Schools.
The A21 offers excellent links to the Motorways heading North and South. The Mainline station at nearby Staplehurst offers trains to London Bridge, Charing Cross and Cannon Street.
Property Features :
- Stunning Grade II Listed Property
- Five Reception Rooms
- Kitchen/Breakfast Room
- Five/Six Bedrooms, One Ensuite
- Gardens and Grounds Approx. 6 Acres
- Detached One Bedroom Annexe
- Brick Barn with Planning Permission
- Cranbrook School Catchment Area