East Sutton Hill, East Sutton, Maidstone, Kent, ME17

A design-led barn conversion in the Kent countryside, blending period detail with contemporary simplicity.

Description

Once the working stables of a historic farmstead, The Old Stables has been transformed into a striking contemporary home. Vaulted oak beams, full-height glazing and landscaped garden by Acres Wild create a rare balance of heritage and modern design. The property enjoys a delightful position in the hamlet of East Sutton, just over a mile east of the pretty village of Sutton Valence.

This Grade II curtilage-listed property forms part of a small collection of traditional farm buildings. The conversion, undertaken by Cox Restorations, preserves the integrity of the oak-framed structure while introducing stylish contemporary interiors and modern fixtures and fittings.

At its heart is a dramatic vaulted living/dining space with exposed beams, a wood-burning stove and full-height glazing to the east elevation, bringing the garden into the home. The bespoke fitted kitchen, equipped with a Smeg range and integrated appliances, completes the open-plan setting.

Two vaulted bedrooms each have contemporary en suites, finished with artisan tiling and beautiful sanitaryware by Hansgrohe, Crosswater and Adamsez bath.

Specification highlights include underfloor heating with individual thermostatic controls, hardwood and aluminium double-glazed windows, Cat 6 wiring, and FTTP fibre broadband being installed. The property is sold with a 10 year AHCI new homes warranty and an Architect’s Certificate.

Outside, there are terraces to the east and west for morning and evening sun, together with a substantial attached barn providing two open parking bays with EV Car Charger, a lockable workshop/bike store and a separate bin store.

Location

The Old Stables occupies an elevated position just over a mile away from the village of Sutton Valence which has a hairdressers, several pubs and a Dr's surgery. Extensive shopping can be found in Headcorn, Cranbrook and Maidstone.

Headcorn and Staplehurst stations offer commuter services to London Bridge, Charing Cross and Cannon Street in about 50 to 60 minutes whilst Bearsted has a frequent service to Victoria in just over an hour. A high speed train service runs from Ashford to London St Pancras in about 37 minutes.

There is an excellent selection of schools in the area, including a village primary school and Sutton Valence Preparatory and Senior Schools, Dulwich Preparatory, Benenden School and grammar schools in Maidstone, Ashford and Tonbridge.

The M20 Jct 8 connects with the country’s motorway network, providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airports, London and the Channel Tunnel Terminus.

*All distance and travel times are approximate.

Square Footage: 1,082 sq ft



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Additional Info

Services: Mains gas, water and electricity. Private shared drainage.

Agent's Note: Parsonage Farm will manage the drainage system and the vendor of The Old Stables will contribute proportionately. There will also be a 20% contribution for the upkeep of the grass at the shared entrance.