Dukes Place Cottages, Mereworth Road, West Peckham, Maidstone, Kent, ME18

Distinguished period residence, offering over 3,400 sq ft with original features and stylish interiors. In a rural setting yet conveniently close to the village and its amenities, the property is framed by beautifully landscaped gardens.


DESCRIPTION

Beautifully presented seven bedrooms, three reception room period residence blending historic character with generous light-filled living spaces. Set in a peaceful rural location just moments from the village and local amenities, the property offers landscaped gardens and over 3,400 sq ft of refined interiors.

FEATURES

- Step through the front door into the heart of this exceptional home, the spacious open kitchen and breakfast room stretches across the width of the property with a striking inglenook fireplace at its centre.

- Throughout the home original period features have been beautifully preserved including exposed beams, traditional fireplaces and wooden doors creating a seamless blend of heritage and modern living.

- The bespoke kitchen, crafted by David Haugh, offers views over both the front and rear gardens. Thoughtfully designed, it features a central island, granite worktops, a classic Butler sink, and underfloor-heated stone flooring. Appliances include an integral Bosch dishwasher and a Redfyre range cooker with induction hob with space provided for a full-size fridge freezer and doors leading to the garden.

- The formal dining room retains its historic charm with wooden floorboards and flows into a separate family room.

- A second kitchen, currently used as a spacious utility room, offers abundant storage and space for all appliances. A cloakroom and side entrance add further convenience.

- The elegant sitting room enjoys views over the front garden and features another beautiful inglenook fireplace.

- A quiet study with garden views provides a peaceful work-from-home retreat.

- The upstairs accommodation is served by double staircases and is set over two floors offering flexible family living. The principal suite is bathed in natural light and includes a generous dressing area (which could be used as an extra bedroom), fitted wardrobes, a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite shower room.

- One wing of the house hosts three further bedrooms spread across two levels, one with a dressing room. They share a luxurious family bathroom.

- The opposite wing offers three additional bedrooms, one with dressing room and a shared shower room making it ideal as a guest or extended family suite.

- The gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped to create a tranquil and versatile outdoor haven. Mature borders, flowering trees and fruit trees surround the lawns. Multiple seating areas perfect for enjoying both morning and evening sun. A charming pergola, shed and log store add both beauty and functionality.

- Ample driveway parking is available for six or more cars.

SITUATION

Dukes Place is located on the edge of the village of West Peckham a thriving village clustered around a pretty village green, where cricket is played. St Dunstan's church in the village appears in the Domesday Book and dates back to the turn of the 11th century. There is a community owned gastro pub (The Swan) and a village hall. Also very nearby is the delightful Yotes Court Vineyard.

The area has excellent road and rail links from the M25, M20 and A21, which provide easy access to London, the Channel Tunnel and the international airports of Heathrow and Gatwick. Mainline rail services to London Bridge, Cannon Street, Waterloo East and Charing Cross operate from Tonbridge station (4.1 miles) with journey times from 30 minutes and Borough Green station (3 miles) provides mainline services to London Victoria with journey times from 44 minutes and Charing Cross from 48 minutes.

There are numerous schools in the area including Mereworth Primary School, Hilden Grange and Hilden Oaks in Tonbridge, together with the schools at Somerhill, the Weald of Kent, Skinners, Walthamstow Hall, Tonbridge Girls Grammar, Judd School for Boys and Tonbridge Public School. Sevenoaks Preparatory, Sevenoaks School and New Beacon Preparatory are also nearby in Sevenoaks.

There are leisure centres in Paddock Wood, Tonbridge, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells, and the David Lloyd Health Club in Kings Hill. Golf at Kings Hill, West Malling, Poult Wood in Tonbridge. There is an abundance of country walks and riding to be had in the surrounding countryside utilising the public foot and bridle paths.

DIRECTIONS

From Borough Green, head East on the A25. Continue for 1.7 miles and at the lights turn right onto London Road. After 0.3 miles at the roundabout take the 2nd exit on Seven Mile Lane and continue for 3.1 miles. Turn right onto Mereworth Road and continue for 0.7 miles. 1-2 Dukes Place Cottages is the driveway just after Dukes Place Farm driveway on the left-hand side and the property is the first house on the right as you turn in.

From the M26 (Jct 2a), take the A20 South. Pass the Borough Green turn off and petrol station and after 0.3 miles at the roundabout take the 2nd exit on Seven Mile Lane and continue for 3.1 miles. Turn right onto Mereworth Road and continue for 0.7 miles. 1-2 Dukes Place Cottages is the driveway just after Dukes Place Farm driveway on the left-hand side and the property is the first house on the right as you turn in.

PROPERTY INFORMATION

- Services: Mains electricity, water and drains. Private oil tank.
- Local Authority: Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council,
- Council Tax band: G (£3,864.23 for 2025/26)
- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.


Dukes Place is located on the edge of the village of West Peckham a thriving village clustered around a pretty village green, where cricket is played. St Dunstan's church in the village appears in the Domesday Book and dates back to the turn of the 11th century. There is a gastro pub with its own micro-brewery (The Swan) and a village hall. Also very nearby is the delightful Yotes Court Vineyard.

The area has excellent road and rail links from the M25, M20 and A21, which provide easy access to London, the Channel Tunnel and the international airports of Heathrow and Gatwick. Mainline rail services to London Bridge, Cannon Street, Waterloo East and Charing Cross operate from Tonbridge s tation (4.1 miles) with journey times from 30 minutes and Borough Green s tation (3 miles) provides mainline services to London Victoria with journey times from 44 minutes.

There are numerous schools in the area including Mereworth Primary School, Hilden Grange and Hilden Oaks in Tonbridge, together with the schools at Somerhill, the Weald of Kent, Skinners, Walthamstow Hall, Tonbridge Girls Grammar, Judd School for Boys and Hayesbrook and Tonbridge Public School. Sevenoaks Preparatory, Sevenoaks School and New Beacon Preparatory are also nearby in Sevenoaks.

Sporting and recreational interests in the area are well served including golf at Nizels, Widernesse and Knole Park. Horse racing at Lingfield Park and Epsom Downs. There is an abundance of country walks and riding to be had in the surrounding countryside utilising the public foot and bridle paths