High Street, Cowden
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
7
- BATHROOMS
5
- SIZE
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Freehold
Key features
- A remarkably attractive Country House with extensive and versatile accomodation incorporating 3 separate properties
- Various alternative options for multi generational residence and work from home opportunities plus additional income sources (if required)
- Situated within the highly respected and peaceful village of Cowden, within a short stroll of thousand of acres of rolling Kent countryside
- Notable amenities include the highly regarded golf courses at Hever, Sweetwoods and Holtye as well Ashdown Forest and the castles at Hever and Chiddingstone
- Excellent road and rail links to Central London and the South Coast, via A22, M23 & M25. Gatwick Airport 30 minutes drive
- Private driveway with parking at rear leading to the detached two storey annexe with extensive garaging and storage
- For the larger than average family the Medway House Estate is able to offer a total of 6-8 bedrooms, 3-4 reception rooms, 4 bathrooms and 2 independent kitchen/breakfast rooms - truly exceptional !
- Delightfully secluded gardens with southerly aspect and views towards the local golf courses
- Cowden village is blessed with a beautiful 13th century St Mary Magdelenes Church, the highly regarded ‘Fountain Inn’ as well as the Queens Arms at Cowden pound
- In summary - a unique opportunity to acquire a versatile country residence in a truly idyllic village location
Description
Nestled within the peaceful and highly regarded village of Cowden, the Medway House Estate presents a unique opportunity to acquire a beautifully presented country residence offering exceptional flexibility for multi-generational living, home-working, or potential income generation.
Set within delightfully secluded, southerly facing gardens with views toward nearby golf courses, this expansive home incorporates three distinct and self-contained properties. In total, the estate can offer 6–8 bedrooms, 3–4 reception rooms, 4 bathrooms, and 2 fully equipped kitchen/breakfast rooms—a truly rare offering for the larger or extended family.
The estate includes a detached two-storey annexe providing extensive garaging, storage, and ancillary accommodation, ideal for guest or staff quarters, studio, or office use.
Located just a short stroll from thousands of acres of unspoilt Kent countryside, the village of Cowden combines rural tranquillity with excellent connectivity. Hever, Sweetwoods, and Holtye golf courses, as well as Ashdown Forest and the historic Hever and Chiddingstone Castles, are all nearby, offering a wealth of leisure and lifestyle opportunities.
For commuters, the property is well connected via the A22, M23, and M25, with Cowden station offering services to London, and Gatwick Airport just 30 minutes away.
Cowden itself is a quintessential English village with a rich heritage, home to the beautiful 13th-century St Mary Magdalene Church, the acclaimed Fountain Inn, and the Queens Arms at Cowden Pound.
In summary, Medway House is a truly special country home—elegant, expansive, and highly adaptable—offering a rare blend of lifestyle, location, and potential in one of Kent’s most charming villages.
Cowden Rail Station - 1.2 miles
Edenbridge Rail Station - 4.8 miles
East Grinstead Rail Station - 6.5 miles
All times and distances are approximate.
Council Tax: Band - House G, Cottage D, Flat C
EPC Rating: Band - House E, Cottage G, Flat F
SERVICES
Mains water to all three properties Mains drainage to all three properties Heating source to Cottage and Flat - electric Oil heating to Medway House Electric heaters/ radiators to Flat and Cottage Electric underfloor heating to Medway House Water heating - oil to Medway House Electric water heating to Flat and Cottage No gas to any of the three properties
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This property is in a Conservation Area - consult your legal adviser for advice.
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Brochures
High Street, CowdenBrochure- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: G
- LISTED PROPERTYA property designated as being of architectural or historical interest, with additional obligations imposed upon the owner.Read more about listed properties in our glossary page.
- Listed
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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