Situated in the charming village of Sissinghurst, an exceptional family home with a self-contained annexe occupying a superb position with outstanding views over the surrounding countryside. EPC D
Set on a rural country lane in the picturesque village of Sissinghurst, within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this beautiful family home has been comprehensively renovated and refurbished to an exceptionally high standard by the current owner, blending its period features with an array of wonderful modern touches to provide generous and flexible family accommodation.The property benefits from 17 solar panels, underfloor heating in the garden room, and original parquet flooring throughout.The property opens up into a large and welcoming entrance hall with parquet flooring and integrated storage beneath the staircase. The formal sitting room is located to the rear of the property with a feature fireplace and a large window with views to the outside.The charming country style kitchen/breakfast room offers views out to the front of the property with fitted wall and base units and an AGA cooker; the dining room is a great space with a feature fireplace; two sets of French doors lead out to the picturesque, landscaped garden. Just off the kitchen, there is a convenient utility room with a cloakroom. The living room, with a working wood-burning fireplace, is a spectacular space with an architect designed garden room with bi-fold doors leading out to the terrace, providing a wonderful space for everyday life and entertaining.In addition to the main house, there is a newly renovated self-contained annexe with a single garage, providing beautifully and well-appointed accommodation comprising a living room with access to a terrace area, a studio with exposed timbers, a kitchen, and a well-appointed bathroom. Steps lead up to an additional guest bedroom; offering great scope for additional family accommodation if required.The property is approached over a long private driveway, leading to the annexe/garage and a gravelled parking area with space for multiple cars. The gardens are a particular feature of the property offering beautiful views over the adjoining countryside, including spectacular views opposite Sissinghurst Castle Garden. The property includes formal gardens with a wildflower meadow and espalier fruit trees, various terrace areas with seating and a large extended garden mainly laid to lawn enclosed by mature trees and hedging. In all, the property extends to about 1.5 acres (to be confirmed).
Sissinghurst 0.7 miles, Cranbrook 2.4 miles, Staplehurst 4.6 miles (London 60 mins), Etchingham 11.1 miles, Tunbridge Wells 15 miles, London 56.8 miles. (All times and distances approximate).The property is about 0.7 miles east of the village of Sissinghurst in the Weald of Kent, with its warm sense of community with its charming cafés, traditional stores, and the renowned Sissinghurst Castle and Gardens, a centrepiece of local history. The popular town of Cranbrook is situated a mere 2.4 miles to the southwest, well known for its High Street lined on either side by attractive period property and has local shops and amenities serving all the usual day-to-day needs. Royal Tunbridge Wells is about 15 miles to the west and offers a more extensive range of shopping, restaurants, and cultural facilities.Communications in the area are excellent. The nearby village of Staplehurst (6 miles) has a mainline station serving Charing Cross in approximately 60 minutes. The old market town of Ashford is about 15 miles away offering direct trains to London St. Pancras International, where they can connect to the Eurostar. The M20 motorway provides links to the M25, and the international airports of Gatwick and Heathrow can be accessed from either Ashford or Maidstone, the County Town of Kent.The area is particularly renowned for the quality of its schooling; Cranbrook School is a short distance away; other schools in t