Gravelly Bottom Road, Kingswood, Maidstone

The Cedars is an exceptional detached residence offering over 5,500 sq ft of beautifully appointed accommodation, including a substantial detached annexe, all set within a secluded and private plot. Despite its peaceful setting, the property remains within easy reach of Maidstone and excellent transport links.

Finished to an exacting standard throughout, this impressive home combines contemporary design with the comfort and practicality required for modern family living. At its heart is a spectacular open-plan kitchen, dining and family room, flooded with natural light and featuring two sets of floor-to-ceiling frameless sliding glass doors that seamlessly connect the interior with the landscaped gardens. Ideal for entertaining and everyday family life, this space is complemented by additional reception rooms offering flexibility for relaxation, home working or leisure.

The first floor is centred around a luxurious principal suite with a substantial dressing room and lavish en-suite bathroom. The two remaining bedrooms are both generous doubles with stylish en-suites, one also benefiting from a large walk-in wardrobe.

Outside, a sweeping gated driveway provides extensive parking and leads to an attractive oak-framed triple car barn. A feature fountain creates a striking first impression, while the beautifully maintained rear garden offers privacy and the perfect setting for outdoor entertaining. Further features include a brick-built garden store, a detached gym/home office and a large garden pavilion with excellent potential for an outdoor kitchen and entertaining space.

The detached one-bedroom annexe offers superb versatility, whether for guest accommodation or multi-generational living. Finished to the same high standard as the main house, it comprises an entrance hall, kitchen/dining room with bi-folding doors to a private patio, living room, double bedroom and luxurious bathroom.

The Cedars enjoys an enviable position on the edge of the sought-after village of Kingswood, combining the tranquillity of Kent countryside living with excellent connectivity and access to outstanding amenities. Surrounded by rolling farmland, ancient woodland and picturesque country lanes, the area offers a lifestyle that feels wonderfully rural without being remote.

Families are particularly well catered for, with the highly regarded Sutton Valence School just 2.6 miles away (approximately 9 minutes by car), while Maidstone, around 6 miles away, provides an excellent choice of schools including some excellent grammar schools and further educational facilities. Maidstone also offers extensive shopping, leisure and dining options, including Fremlin Walk, The Mall, independent boutiques, cafés, bars and restaurants.

For commuters, Kingswood is exceptionally well placed. Staplehurst Station is just 6.7 miles away (approximately 17 minutes by car) and provides direct services to London Bridge, Waterloo East, Charing Cross and Cannon Street in around an hour. For high-speed services, Ebbsfleet International is approximately 25 miles away (around 36 minutes by car), offering journeys to London St Pancras in as little as 19 minutes.

The area is a haven for those who enjoy an active outdoor lifestyle. The Ridge Golf Club is just 1.8 miles away, while the renowned Leeds Castle Golf Club can be reached in around 3 miles. Leeds Castle itself, often described as "the loveliest castle in the world", provides stunning grounds, events and leisure facilities throughout the year. There are also countless opportunities for walking, cycling and horse riding in the surrounding countryside, with the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty within easy reach.

Whether you're seeking excellent schools, a straightforward London commute, championship golf courses or simply a quieter pace of life surrounded by beautiful countryside, Kingswood offers the very best of Kent living.

"When we first bought our home, it was a tired and very dated bungalow, but we could see its potential from the beginning. Over the years, we have completely transformed it into the home we dreamed of, putting our heart into every detail.
Everything has been chosen with quality, comfort and family living in mind. We have made so many happy memories here, we hope the next owners will love it and enjoy it as much as we have."