Biddenden Road, Headcorn
Guide Price
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- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
5
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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Freehold
Key features
- Period farmhouse set in 4.5 acres, with the field occupying 3.5 acres of land in an attractive, secluded setting
- Features including original timber beams, farmhouse tiles & wood flooring
- 5 double bedrooms, 4 with built in wardrobes/cupboards & 3 reception rooms
- Sitting room with open fire, plus log burners in both living & dining rooms
- Picturesque garden incl. spring fed pond the current owners swim in. a fountain & large decking area
- Stylish family bathroom, downstairs W/C plus en-suite to main bedroom
- South & west facing gardens with fruit trees, split rail fencing overlooking its own field & farmland beyond with equine opportunities
- Large gravelled driveway providing off road parking for multiple vehicles. Plus vehicular access to the field behind & timber framed garage with both log stores & workshop space
- Headcorn Primary, Sutton Valence Prep & Senior, Dulwich Prep and Cranbrook schools are all within easy reach
- Just 1.8 miles to Headcorn train station with regular mainline services to London or on high speed services via Ashford. Also on the No12 Maidstone/Tenterden bus route
Description
Property Description: Guide Price £1,250,000 - £1,350,000. Discover this charming five-bedroom period farmhouse, set within approximately 4.5 acres in a secluded setting with a converted oast and barn for neighbours. The farmhouse retains many original features and with extensive gardens, it's an idyllic family home owned by the same family for 21 years.
Nestled in a picturesque and secluded setting between Biddenden and Headcorn, this exquisite five-bedroom period farmhouse presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial family home with approximately 3.5 acres of land. This property seamlessly blends historical charm with modern family living, making it an ideal sanctuary for those seeking space, character, and convenience.
Upon entering, you are immediately struck by the property's rich heritage, examples of which include original wood flooring, original tiled farmhouse flooring, exposed timber beams and large open fireplaces. The generous accommodation includes three versatile reception rooms, providing ample space for both formal entertaining and relaxed family life. The sitting room, a welcoming space, features a traditional open fire, perfect for cosy evenings. Additionally, both the living and dining rooms are enhanced by efficient log burners, creating warm and inviting atmospheres throughout the colder months.
The farmhouse provides five well-proportioned double bedrooms, ensuring comfortable living for all residents. Four of these bedrooms come complete with built-in wardrobes or cupboards, offering practical storage solutions. The main bedroom is a true retreat, featuring a stylish en-suite bathroom and a small dressing room, providing a private haven. A beautifully appointed family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms, designed with contemporary fixtures and fittings whilst complementing the home's period character.
A unique and truly impressive feature of this property is the versatile basement room. Currently utilised as a music studio, this room could easily be adapted to suit a variety of needs, whether as a home office, a gym, or a dedicated hobby room, adding significant value and flexibility to the home.
Outside: Externally, the property truly excels. The south and west-facing gardens are a delight, meticulously maintained and featuring an attractive pond with a large decked area to enjoy the surroundings, mature fruit trees, and robust fencing that encloses a private rear garden, perfect for children and pets. The expansive grounds extend to approximately 3.5 acres, providing ample space for outdoor pursuits, gardening, equine opportunities or even keeping small livestock. A large gravelled driveway provides extensive off-road parking for multiple vehicles, a practical necessity for any family home. Furthermore, there is convenient vehicular access to the field located behind the property, enhancing its agricultural or recreational potential, plus there is a timber framed garage which includes a log store and workshop area.
This period farmhouse on Biddenden Road is more than just a house; it is a lifestyle opportunity, offering a blend of historical charm, spacious living, extensive grounds, and a highly desirable location. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the unique qualities and potential of this exceptional property. Planning permission was previously granted to extend this beautiful home further (now lapsed).
Location: The location of this farmhouse combines rural tranquility with excellent connectivity. Families will appreciate being close to Headcorn Primary, Sutton Valence Prep & Senior, Dulwich Prep and Cranbrook School, ensuring quality education is within easy reach. For commuters, Headcorn train station is a mere 1.8 miles away, providing regular and direct services to London Charing Cross and the Kent coast, making city access straightforward whilst retaining the peace of country living.
Headcorn is a highly sought-after village in the heart of the Weald of Kent. It is well connected with its own mainline station offering services to Charing Cross in approximately one hour, or 14 minutes to Ashford International for the coast or high speed services into Stratford and St Pancras in 38 minutes. The thriving high street supports numerous independent shops, (including an extensive hardware store, bakery, butcher, a photo printing shop and an antique store) restaurants, Village tearooms, Krishna Indian restaurant, and the popular Tap 17 micropub. There are two further pubs, a takeaway Chinese, a fish & chip shop, hair salon and florist. Other recognisable outlets include a Sainsburys local, Costa, Post Office and an Original Factory Shop.
Headcorn is also home to the famous Big Cat Sanctuary with a variety of big cat species just 2 miles away - you can sometimes hear a roar on a quiet night from the village! As well as a village primary school, the area is particularly well known for the quality of schools, both in the private and state sectors. Notable schools in the area include Benenden, Sutton Valence, St Ronans and Dulwich Prep. Excellent Grammar Schools can be found in Cranbrook, Maidstone, Tenterden, Tonbridge and Ashford making it an ideal location for families.
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Council Tax: Band F (correct at time of marketing). To check council tax for this property, please refer to the local authority website.
Local Authority: Ashford Borough Council . Kent County Council
Services: Oil-fired central heating, mains water, private draining and mains electricity. For broadband and mobile coverage, we advise you check your providers website or refer to an online checker.
Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.
Disclaimer: Please note the image with the boundary line is for indicative purposes only and will be need to be confirmed via Land Registry during the conveyancing process.
Additional Property Notes: This property is traditional construction and has had no adaptions for accessibility.
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- Band: F
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- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
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