Wickhurst Road, Weald, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14

A magnificent Grade II* listed manor house dating from 1381 with later additions, offering immaculately presented & well-appointed accommodation in an idyllic position, with about 4.8 acres.

Description

Wickhurst Manor is a striking Grade II* listed manor house of immense architectural and historical interest.

The unique Great Hall forms the heart of the property and was built in 1381, displaying stone construction with deep mullion windows, a stone doorway with ogee arch, vaulted ceiling, octagonal crown post and original timber truss work in place.

Later additions have since been added to seamlessly combine period features with contemporary embellishments throughout, ideal for both family living and formal entertaining.

Salient features include wood panelling, exposed timbers, leaded light windows with stone mullions, oak panelled doors, intricate carved detailing, column radiators, high ceilings, recessed lighting, bespoke kitchen and bathroom suites, and magnificent feature fireplaces.

The impressive primary reception rooms comprise the elegant Medieval Great Hall, a superb drawing room with box bay window and feature fireplace, a dual aspect dining room off the reception hall, and a superb orangery with doors opening to the terrace.

The magnificent kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of bespoke wall and base units, with a range of integral appliances including an Aga, and a central island unit incorporating a breakfast bar.

The adjoining breakfast/family room is ideal for both family living and formal entertaining, with doors opening to the orangery.

A laundry room provides additional storage and space for appliances, together with an additional boot room with access to a wine store.

Two separate cloakrooms and a larder complete the ground floor.

Dual sets of staircases ascend to the first floor and outstanding principal suite which features a bay window, fitted wardrobes, attractive fireplace an a stylish en suite shower room with twin basins and a spacious walk-through shower.

There are four further double bedrooms, two served by modern and well-appointed en suite bathrooms and dressing rooms with bespoke fitted wardrobes, and all providing charming views over the grounds and surrounding farmland.

Wickhurst Manor is approached via dual sets of wrought iron gates with sweeping gravel driveways flanked with manicured lawns and wildflower, culminating at a turning and parking area with garaging. The delightful gardens are predominantly laid to lawn with a combination of formal and informal areas incorporating landscaped lawns, wildflower meadow, vegetable beds, majestic specimen trees and a pond adorned with aquatic planting.

Established, boxed yew hedging and topiary bounds the front and rear gardens within the curtilage of the house and pool area, with a large glasshouse situated to the rear. A paved terrace spans the front of the property with paths leading through the gardens and to the rear of the property, adjoining the orangery and providing excellent areas for al fresco entertaining.

Well-stocked flower beds provide a charming buffer to the pool area, which incorporates a swimming pool with a paved surround and an impressive pool house with kitchen/reception area, W.C, indoor and outdoor shower, steam room and sauna. Situated within the informal grounds is a well-appointed annexe, timber framed garage block, and a tennis court.

Location

Wickhurst Manor is superbly situated in an enviable spot off Wickhurst Road, approximately a mile from the popular village of Weald which has a village green, village hall, church, primary school, public house and restaurant, a village shop, garage, and a hairdresser.

Local and Comprehensive Shopping: Weald village (1 mile), Sevenoaks (3 miles), Tunbridge Wells & Bluewater.

Mainline Rail Services: Sevenoaks (4 miles) to London Bridge (from 22 minutes)/Cannon Street/Charing Cross.

Primary Schools: Weald CP. Various in Sevenoaks to include; St Thomas’ RCP, St John’s CEP, Sevenoaks CP, and Lady Boswell’s CEP Schools.

Secondary Schools: Judd Boys Grammar, Weald of Kent and Tonbridge Girls Grammar in Tonbridge. Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar, Tunbridge Wells Boys Grammar and The Skinners’ School for Boys in Tunbridge Wells. Knole Academy, Trinity, Weald of Kent & Tunbridge Wells Boys Grammar Annexes in Sevenoaks.

Private Schools: Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Walthamstow Hall Secondary Schools. Sevenoaks, Solefields and New Beacon Preparatory Schools in Sevenoaks. St Michaels & Russell House Preparatory Schools in Otford. Radnor House in Sundridge.

Leisure Facilities: Bridle paths and walks in the local area. Wildernesse Golf Club in Seal, Knole Golf Club in Sevenoaks and Nizels Golf and Leisure Centre in Hildenborough. Sevenoaks Swimming and Leisure Centre.

Please note that all distances, measurements and timings are approximate.

Square Footage: 6,442 sq ft


Acreage: 4.8 Acres

Directions

From Sevenoaks town centre proceed in a southerly direction turning right into Oak Lane opposite Sevenoaks School. Turn right over Gracious Lane Bridge and continue passing White House Lane. On reaching a left hand fork, proceed down this lane taking the next left into Wickhurst Road and after approximately a mile, the gates to Wickhurst Manor will be seen on the right hand side.

Additional Info

Services: Mains electricity & gas. Private water & drainage. Solar panels.

Maintenance charge: Private road maintenance approx. £250 p/a.

Agent Note: Photographs date from June 2024. There is a swimming pool & pond within the grounds.