Acrise, Folkestone, Kent

THE PROPERTIES
Ladwood Farm enjoys a private, exclusive setting in an eponymous valley deep in the Kent countryside in the heart of the North Downs. The Grade II listed farmhouse, dating to the 14th century, features classic Flemish bond brickwork, period fireplaces, and extensive gardens with southern vistas.

The main farmyard includes Stable Lodge, a high-specification 3-bedroom residence, and The Barn, housing a private residence and two successful holiday cottages. The separate Games Room and a Victorian-style courtyard garden offer further development potential. Additional assets include workshops, an American Barn and a Dutch Barn, all providing income-generating opportunities.

Lot A - Farmhouse, Stable Lodge, The Barn, The Games Room and up to 7 Workshops with about 31.52 acres

Ladwood Farmhouse
A five bedroom Grade II listed 17th century farmhouse with charming period features, including exposed beams, an inglenook fireplace, a traditional Aga, and mellow brickwork adding warmth and character.

Stable Lodge
A recently renovated three bedroom residence with oak interior, marble tiling with silestone counter tops. A contemporary living space with vaulted ceilings imbuing a sense of volume and luxury.

The Barn
An extensive traditional barn currently arranged as two holiday lets and a separate residence that provide a healthy income, with potential for adaptation, perhaps to a substantial new home.

The Games Room
An attractive building currently used as a games room. It offers significant development potential, including conversion into one large or two smaller dwellings.

Up to 7 Workshops
Two large chicken barns are currently used for storage and business. These, along with two smaller workshops attached to The Games Room, are suitable for diverse uses, such as local business rentals or equestrian activities. An additional unit provides stabling with access to fenced paddocks.

Lot B - The Granary with about 12.5 acres
A flint and timber granary with original features of an old corn store. Backing onto woodland, with ground floor store rooms and a two-bedroom first floor residence. Together with about 12.5 acres. Available by separate negotiation.

THE LAND
Ladwood Farm is situated in a private valley, split by a lane. It comprises approximately 12.5 acres of Chalk Downland to the east (Lot B) and 27 acres of pasture to the west, both let under a Farm Business Tenancy for cattle and sheep grazing. The estate also includes small wooded areas and land occupied by equestrian tenants to the west. Some areas may be suitable for vineyards.

Tenancy details are available from the agents.

The property is situated in a private valley setting in a beautiful rural location surrounded by woods and farmland in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Acrise lies to the south-east of Elham which, together with Lyminge, provides day-to-day amenities. Canterbury offers a good range of educational facilities, together with extensive shopping and leisure facilities.

Transport links in the area are excellent, with the M20 providing access to the remaining southern motorway network. Stations at Folkestone Central and Ashford International provide the High Speed service into London St Pancras, taking from 54 and 36 minutes respectively. The area has good access to Continental Europe via Eurotunnel and the Port of Dover.