Southenay Lane, Sellindge, Kent

Dating back to the 18th century, Southenay Farm is a Grade II Listed barn conversion surrounded by beautiful countryside and offering complete tranquillity. The property sits on a stone plinth and is weather-boarded; it has lovely, exposed honey oak beams throughout. Perfectly positioned to appreciate country living the house has a variety of rambling routes on the doorstep including The North Downs Way, and the popular Black Horse pub is only a mile away. A sizeable triple cart barn with workshop has potential for creating a first-floor annexe (subject to any necessary consents), and a superb office/studio/gym provides a further versatile space. The plot totals 2.5 acres.

The front door opens into a welcoming reception hall with double doors to the impressive triple aspect sitting room, centred around a charming inglenook fireplace with wood-burning stove; the room has stunning views over the grounds. The partially vaulted snug/family room is an ideal spot to relax and unwind. French doors from here open to the rear garden and a large skylight catches the evening sun.

The open plan kitchen/breakfast/dining room is set up for modern family living and entertaining. A bespoke Thoroughly Wood kitchen with matching larder cupboard adds warmth and quality, with a variety of fitted base and wall units, a central island with granite worktop over and built-in electric oven, an integrated dishwasher and an Aga. There is room for an American style fridge- freezer and ample space for a large dining table. A stone flagged floor links through the kitchen/breakfast/dining areas as well as the snug/family room. A door leads through to the useful utility room, with space for white goods as well as coats and storage, and a cloakroom. A further cloakroom is located off the reception hall.

A covered carport sits between the kitchen and the 25 ft family/games room. The family/games room has a boarded loft with lighting and fitted pull-down ladder. The carport is currently utilised as an outdoor covered seating/dining area but also allows parking with easy access to the house.

Stairs rise to the bright galleried first floor landing with a beamed vaulted ceiling. The principal suite has fitted wardrobes and storage cupboards and an en suite bathroom with separate bath and shower. Two further double bedrooms are fitted with bespoke Thoroughly Wood units with matching vanity sink units. The final bedroom has fitted wardrobes. A family shower room completes the accommodation.

There are two lit loft storage areas.

A sweeping gravelled driveway leads to the triple cart barn/workshop building with generous space for parking. The grounds are largely laid to lawn with notable views over the adjoining fields and Brabourne Downs.

Accessed from the snug/family room, a large, paved terrace sits at the rear of the barn, the perfect spot for alfresco dining and entertaining. Mature boundaries and a high brick wall provide complete privacy and seclusion, with a further sheltered seating area. There is also a large, well-constructed metal and wood chicken run. As a whole the garden provides a secure space for small children and dogs. The vaulted office/studio/gym is tucked away in the far corner of the plot.

Immediately to the right of drive is a separate paddock which has an access gate from the front lawn as well as its own gate from the lane. This could be used for livestock or equestrian purposes and could potentially be suitable for residential development, but this would require further investigation and would be subject to any necessary consents.

There was previously planning permission granted to add a tennis court to the garden under planning ref 96/0358/H. The cart barn offers potential to convert into an annexe subject to any necessary consents.

Sellindge is situated in pretty, undulating countryside at the foot of the North Downs. Together with nearby Brabourne Lees, the village provides a variety of amenities, including a primary school, day-to-day shopping, a doctor’s surgery, sports facilities, with the award winning pub The Tiger Inn, Stowting and popular Five Bells, East Brabrourne 2 and 3 miles away.

A comprehensive range of leisure and shopping facilities can be found in Hythe, Ashford and Canterbury together with an array of well-regarded secondary schools in both state and private sectors. The Ashford Designer Outlet is easily accessible.

Commuter access to London is good, via the M20 (Junctions 10a and 11) and the rail network. There are local stations at Westenhanger and Sandling, and Ashford International provides High Speed services to London St Pancras from around 36 minutes. The area has excellent access to the Continent via the Port of Dover and Eurotunnel at Folkestone.