A fantastic grade ll listed Elizabethan family home nestled in the Kent countryside.
This distinguished Grade II listed three/four-bedroom family home, dating back to 1550, exudes character and charm. This delightful property offers a perfect blend of traditional features and modern amenities throughout.Approaching the house via steps leading up to the solid oak front door, the inviting porch welcomes you into the entrance hallway, setting the tone for the warmth and elegance that permeates the entire home. At the heart of the property, you will find the handcrafted bespoke kitchen and breakfast area, fitted with modern appliances as well as a traditional Rayburn, providing a perfect space for family gatherings. Adjacent to the kitchen is a practical utility room and pantry, offering ample storage and workspace.Heading back through the kitchen to the centre of the house, the inner hallway, adorned with a beautiful staircase, leads to various parts of the house. To the right, a downstairs study/home office provides a quiet and private space. The beautiful living room, features exposed beams, an impressive inglenook fireplace fitted with a log burner and offers a cosy retreat. This room seamlessly connects to the formal dining room, complete with its own bespoke bar, which offers a perfect space for entertaining. Adjacent to the study is a downstairs cloakroom, coal & log store and side access to the garden.Ascending the charming staircase, the first floor boasts three double bedrooms, each offering unique, quirky features such as vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and a lovely bay window and seating area. The principal bedroom is charming, featuring a standalone roll top bath, sink, built-in wardrobe and storage. Bedrooms two and three are positioned at either end of the property, where the character continues, both offering fabulous views over the gardens and fields beyond adding to the home's historical elegance. Off the landing, all three bedrooms share the well-appointed family bathroom.The second floor presents an exciting opportunity for further development with the right permissions/listed building consent. The attic space could easily be converted into habitable living space, whether as a fourth bedroom & en suite shower room, or an additional workspace/studio. This area also offers brilliant storage options in the eaves.Outside, the property continues to impress, with its in-and-out driveway, offering ample parking for multiple cars. The mature gardens provide a serene outdoor oasis, perfect for relaxing and outdoor entertaining in the various pockets of the garden. This space offers excellent privacy as it is enclosed by fields on all three sides. The property also benefits from a potting shed/greenhouse, laid to lawn areas as well as stunning countryside views, enhancing its appeal.The detached barn features a double garage/workshop below, with unmodernised living space above. This area, complete with its own minstrels' gallery, offers endless possibilities for use, from ancillary accommodation, perfect for multi-generational living or as an additional home office or studio. The current owners have already obtained planning permission and listed building consent to convert to a separate dwelling.Additional Information:Electricity Supply:Water Supply:Sewerage:Heating:Broadband:Mobile Coverage:Please look at the Ofcom website for more informationRestrictions:Coastal erosion risk:Flooding risk:Planning permissions:Coalfields and mining:
The property is ideally located in the Kent Countryside and sits in local proximity to both Hadlow and East Peckham. Both offer local shopping facilities including bakers, pharmacists, pubs, restaurants and general stores. A small step further away is the bustling town of Tonbridge with its mainline station (running into London Bridge, Charing Cross and Canon Street),