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cross the Weald there are some of the finest homes in the country and each month we’ll bring you a selection of the most prestigious of those properties currently on the market. Whether you’re looking to buy or simply curious, don’t miss out on this complimentary publication brought to you by One Media publishers of So Tunbridge Wells magazine.

Featured this month in Beautiful Wealden Homes are eight amazing properties with a combined value of around £15million. From the oast house in Goudhurst, to a mansion just outside Tonbridge, we’ve got the large country piles covered. Plus, with a new build using classic design and modern technology near Rye, as well as an equestrian enclave in Cowden, there are also a number of unique homes offering something a little more exotic. And all that’s before we even mention the 10 bed, breathtaking stately home in East Sussex complete with heli-pad, cinema, gym, tower room and cottage. We take you inside each of them with both words and pictures, documenting the 70 acres of land, 47 bedrooms, 25 bathrooms, numerous terraces, pools and even the odd Jacuzzi. And if you’re looking for something unique to round off your dream home why not branch out with one of our amazing tree houses? With magnificent constructions starting from £15,000 and going up to £300,000, we take a look at the work of Blue Forest, the Eridge-based company who have turned the humble tree house into something of a luxury commodity. Join us then, as we take a peep through the keyholes...

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A DETACHED VICTORIAN HOME, SPITZBROOK HOUSE IS A FANTASTIC EXAMPLE OF PERIOD LIVING. THE INTERIOR IS FINISHED TO AN EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH STANDARD AND THE GARDENS ARE PICTURESQUE WITH VAST AMOUNTS OF LAND

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Property: Spitzbrook House, Large detached family home Location: Tonbridge, Kent Price: £1.9million Bedrooms: 7 Bathrooms: 4 Land: 19 acres

Extras: Tennis Court Staff quarters Extensive outbuildings

Best bit: This home would be amazing even if it were just finished in average décor and to a good quality, but in fact this property is aesthetically brilliant. It exudes high quality workmanship, style and charisma. A truly Beautiful Wealden Home. Summary: Spitzbrook came into being in 1850 when Lord Palmerston built it as a wedding present for his daughter. It has spacious accommodation and a number of original period features – many of which have been enhanced and restored – such as the decorative cornicing, timber wall paneling and original radiators. In addition, the majority of the downstairs features beautiful stripped floorboards. The ground floor is quite a space, with an impressive reception hall, featuring an ornate staircase and cast iron banisters. Particularly attractive is the drawing room, with fitted bookshelves and a decorative fireplace, as well as stunning views through the bay windows of the formal grounds. The dining room and kitchen feature large bay windows and all rooms are exquisitely finished in a contemporary take on period style. The conservatory is just as picturesque and leads out to a very relaxing outdoor seating area in a pergola. The kitchen is excellently equipped with AGA, wood cabinets and decorative ceiling. There’s also an office, dining room, sitting room and staff quarters. Above you’ll find the lovely master bedroom, with dressing room and nearby bathroom. Plus, three further bedrooms and a family bathroom. On the second floor are another three bedrooms and bathroom. With four acres of immaculate gardens, there’s a tennis court and large lake as well as a further 15 acres including paddocks. Contact: Strutt & Parker 01732 459 900 struttandparker.com

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IF YOU’RE LOOKING FOR A SPACIOUS FOUR BEDROOM FAMILY HOME ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF TUNBRIDGE WELLS, THIS PROPERTY ON HARLAND WAY MIGHT BE RIGHT UP YOUR STREET

Family Appeal Property: 11 Harland Way, detached family home Location: Southborough, Tunbridge Wells Price: circa £700,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 1 Best bit: The location of Harland Way is certainly one of its key benefits. Off the main road, it’s quiet and peaceful, but TW centre is just a five minute drive away, as is some stunning Kentish countryside. Summary: The downstairs of this large family home is spacious and well presented and, having been recently redecorated, it’s contemporary and tidy. The reception rooms comprise a large sitting room – with fireplace and doors out to the patio, a modest family room, plus a good sized dining room at the front. This area is linked to the spacious modern kitchen by a pantry and, at the rear of the property, you’ll find a utility room that leads into a storage space and attached garage. From the welcoming entrance hall (with cloakroom), a flight of stairs leads up to the first floor. The triple aspect master bedroom occupies the space above the sitting room, while the rest of the floor features bedrooms two, three and four, plus the family bathroom. At around a quarter of an acre, the garden is an excellent size and ideal for a family with younger children. Contact: Ibbett Mosely 01892 515 670 ibbmos.co.uk

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LAKE VIEW MIGHT NOT BE THE PROPERTY FOR YOU IF EQUESTRIAN ACTIVITIES AREN’T HIGH ON YOUR AGENDA, BUT FOR THOSE LOOKING TO KEEP HORSES, IT COULDN’T BE BETTER

Horse’s Heaven Property: Lake View, detached period converted barn Location: Cowden, Kent Price: £1.95million Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Land: 25 acres

Extras: 10 stables Detached indoor pool Extensive land

Best bit: Lake View’s appeal is that it caters for those looking to keep horses perfectly, but at the same time it retains an element of luxury which can often be a difficult balance to achieve. Summary: This property, comprised of converted barns and farm buildings, is rather unique. With accommodation spread over a main building, it also includes two ‘wings’ that house the reception rooms, the kitchens and some of the sleeping quarters. The west wing, being self contained holds a small kitchen, drawing room and dining room on the ground floor with accommodation for two above. In the main buildings you’ll find a galleried reception hall with a grand central staircase that leads to a study, dining room and cloakroom. While access to the east wing reveals a further drawing room, larger kitchen and utility area plus work shop to serve the main building. Upstairs in the property’s hub are three well-proportioned bedrooms and a pair of bathrooms, one en suite to the principal bedroom. Outside and a handsome courtyard fills the space between the buildings and a traditional barn-style construction holds an indoor heated swimming pool, which also comes with a shower and a veranda overlooking the surrounding Kent and East Sussex countryside.

For those interested in keeping horses, an American style barn includes seven stables, plus a haystore and tackroom, while a further two stables are also available. Add to that the acres in which to hack and you’ve got quite a set up. Contact: Hamptons International 01892 516 611 hamptons.com FEBRUARY 2011

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THIS BEAUTIFUL BARN CONVERSION JUST OUTSIDE THE WEALD, ON THE SOUTH DOWNS, IS A FINE EXAMPLE OF HOW A UTILITARIAN BUILDING CAN BE TURNED INTO A STUNNING HOME

Barn Storming Property: Abbots Barn, Sussex barn conversion Location: Nr Lewes, East Sussex Price: £695,000 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Land: 8 acres (approx) Best bit: The grand entrance hall is perhaps Abbots’ finest feature. The double-height area with its lashings of oak and huge windows gives the property its character, as well as adding prestige. Summary: The heart of the home really is the entrance hall, with its natural light and unobstructed views of the South Downs. The large, L-shaped sitting room incorporates a formal dining area, features a number of windows with countryside views and has a wood-burning stove and traditional wooden beams. The farmhouse kitchen, linked with a breakfast area, features an oil-fired range cooker, classic styling and, again, exposed beams. There’s also a utility room with plumbing for a washing machine to keep it out of the way. Up the stunning oak staircase and the master bedroom benefits from an en suite bathroom and dressing room. A box room (perhaps best suited to storage or as a small study) is joined by a family bathroom plus bedrooms two and three. The latter room has floor to ceiling windows with some more of those views. Externally, you’ll find a barn style double garage, a range of stables and timber outbuildings in the 8 acres of land. Contact: Forestersxl.com 01435 865 477

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THIS QUITE EXQUISITE 18TH CENTURY PROPERTY, WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OVER THE SOUTH DOWNS, IS LOOKING BETTER THAN IT EVER HAS. AND WE THINK YOU’LL AGREE THE RESULTS ARE STAGGERING

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Property: Laughton Manor, stately home Location: Laughton, East Sussex Price: POA Bedrooms: 10 Bathrooms: 10 Land: 12 acres

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Best bit: Laughton Manor is truly breathtaking with similar properties selling for around £5 million. It’s the kind of place that makes every day seem like a royal holiday on the Italian coast, with its painted brick exterior, Italianate tower and mosaic floor in the entrance vestibule. Summary: Originally the house at Laughton was built in the 1760s, however, it really became a notable property under the ownership of Sir James Duke Bart. in the 1840s, a chap who was known to be close to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert. From the 1930s the house came under government ownership and remained so until the 90s when private owners bought the place. Carrying out extensive refurbishment on almost all areas of the property Laughton Manor is now in perhaps its best condition ever. The main reception rooms of the manor are all hugely spacious and brimming with natural light. The ground floor comprises a grand entrance hall, an even more impressive inner hall, a quite stunning drawing room, large sitting room, traditional kitchen, dining room, pantry, inner hall and a formal dining room with atrium light above. Upstairs the master suite is impeccable, with his ‘n’ hers dressing rooms and an amazing en suite with stand alone bath, shower, WC and his ‘n’ hers sinks. Three further double bedrooms, each with en suite, finish the first floor. A second floor houses a further four bedrooms, two of which have en suite. Plus there’s an interesting tower room with quad-perspective views of the grounds. A lower ground floor can be used as a selfcontained flat with sitting room, gymnasium, bedroom, sitting room, kitchen and various storage areas. Add to this a detached cottage called Pump House with kitchen, bathroom and en suite and you’re essentially getting three properties for one. Externally, the grounds are phenomenal with heli-pad, formal gardens and a lake with Italian carp. Bellisimo. Contact: Winkworth 01273 471 471 winkworth.co.uk

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Southern Superiority OAST HOUSES ARE MORE OFTEN THAN NOT BEAUTIFUL BUILDINGS AND SOUTH OAST IN GOUDHURST IS NO DIFFERENT. WITH A THREE ACRE FIELD AND PLENTY OF ENTERTAINING AREA, THIS IS A UNIQUE PROPERTY Property: South Oast, large attached oast house Location: Goudhurst, Kent Price: £795,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Land: over 3 acres

Extras: Decked Terrace Detached office Field

Best bit: The overall package of South Oast is what makes it so attractive. It looks the part, has plenty of land, is in a great location and it’s well under £1million Summary: With landscaped gardens and an excellent interior South Oast is quite a find. With a large rectangular floor plan, each reception room is of good size and the ground floor comprises entrance hall, dining room, sitting room and kitchen/breakfast room. Below is a vast cellar, with plenty of potential.

The master suite is a very spacious rectangular area with built-in wardrobes and an en suite bathroom. The remaining three bedrooms share a family bathroom and each one also features built-in storage. A quaint building at the bottom of the garden is wired with electricity, broadband and phone lines so makes for a perfect home office or studio. The property also features a three acre field and, of course, that iconic attached oast. Contact: Harpers & Hurlingham 01580 715 400 harpersandhurlingham.com

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THE FRONT OF THIS VICTORIAN GATEKEEPER’S DWELLING IS RATHER DECEIVING, FOR BEHIND THE TRADITIONAL FAÇADE IS A LARGE MODERN SPACE IN A CONTEMPORARY EXTENSION

Plenty of Front Property: The Cottage, converted Victorian bungalow Location: Broadwater Down, Tunbridge Wells Price: £545,000 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Best bit: This property might be quaint in appearance, but its selling point is certainly its unexpected roominess. That and the picturesque Victorian walled garden. Summary: The Cottage blends Victorian and contemporary architecture to create a unique property on the south side of Tunbridge Wells on Broadwater Down. Originally a gatekeeper’s adobe for a manor house that used to occupy the area, it dates back to around the late 1800s. A modern extension has been added to provide an open plan living space at the rear, including a vaulted ceiling. The Cottage features an oak hand-built kitchen created by Frant company Alpine Joinery, while all appliances are made by Baumatic. The bathroom suites are fitted with Villeroy and Boch in one and Phillipe Staarck (Duravit) in the other. In keeping with the other quality fixtures and fittings, the floors are made of solid oak, rather than veneer and all windows and rooflights have also been fitted by the local joiners. Contact: Alexandre Boyes 01892 525 522 alexandre-boyes.co.uk FEBRUARY 2011

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WOODLAND HOUSE MIGHT LOOK LIKE A PERIOD FAMILY HOME, BUT IN FACT IT’S ONLY RECENTLY BEEN BUILT. TAKING THE BEST OF MODERN TECHNOLOGY AND CLASSICAL STYLE, THIS IMPRESSIVE PROPERTY REALLY IS STUNNING

Modern Classic Property: Woodland House, detached country home Location: Broad Oak Brede, Kent Price: £790,000 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3 Land: 2 acres

Extras: Detached double garage with office space

Best bit: Certainly the way Woodland House marries the traditional detached country home with modern style and appliances is a huge benefit, but the full height windows that adorn the front are its most attractive feature. Summary: Tucked away from the world, Woodland House is a real treat. It’s very well proportioned, exquisitely finished and stocked full with modern technology and attractive design features. A stunning kitchen/breakfast area is, along with the full-height windows in the reception hall, the jewel in the crown. The remaining parts of the ground floor are made up from an excellently sized drawing room, sitting room and study, plus a utility and cloakroom. On the first floor, both the principal and guest room feature balconies and en suite bathrooms, while bedrooms three, four and five share the family bathroom. Outside in the two acres of land is a hot tub in which to de-stress and a terrace to enjoy the views. Contact: Country Property Group 01892 211 888 countrypropertygroup.cpm

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t only takes a brief glance at the creations of Blue Forest to realise that their tree-top buildings are vastly different to the kind of canopy construction you might be used to seeing. These are luxury hideaways that start at around £15,000 and can go up to £300,000. They’re designed to rekindle the sense of joy and adventure we all felt as children. “Our tree houses afford customers a completely new perspective on our surroundings,” says founder and MD Andy Payne, “allowing them to rise above the stresses of everyday life and enjoy more time with their family.” Andy and his brother Simon (Executive Director) grew up in Kenya and benefited from a childhood in the African savannah, climbing trees and building dens. Years later, equipped with a business degree, he spent time in the Japanese city of Aomori (meaning Blue Forest) which inspired the innovative use of wood in construction. His background has also led him to have a strong focus on sustainability. “Each building is constructed using natural materials from sustainable sources,” continues Andy. “The choice of materials helps them blend in with their environment and perfectly complement already beautiful surroundings.” Today each Blue Forest design is different, taking into consideration the location and surrounding countryside, as well as, of course, the materials and style desired by clients. You only have to look over these pages to see the innovation and freedom of design available, including rope bridges, ladders, slides, swings, walkways and fireman’s poles. And perhaps the best thing is that you can power your building with green energy using solar-powered lighting, rain collection tanks and even fuel cells. Oh, and don’t worry if your trees are less than mature, stilts and supports mean that you can build them almost anywhere! blueforest.com FEBRUARY 2011

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Bidborough Ridge, Bidborough £550,000 An outstanding luxury duplex apartment set within this Gothic mansion house with commanding views over the Wealden countryside. Other benefits include extensive gardens, a splendid communal entrance hall with galleried landing, En-Block garage and residents parking. The Character accommodation includes a 25’8” x 17’10” Drawing Room, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Cloakroom, Shower Room & En-Suite Bathroom 3 Bedrooms including the Turret Bedroom with far reaching views in 3 directions.

Viewing is highly recommended. Tunbridge Wells 01892 515144

Robyns Way, Sevenoaks £565,000 A well proportioned, detached chalet bungalow, located in a truly unique setting with direct access and views over the sought after Bradbourne Lakes and within 0.5 mile radius of mainline station. The accommodation comprises of 4 bedrooms, 2 spacious reception rooms, kitchen, utility room, family bathroom and en-suite. To the front there is an in and out driveway with tandem garage whilst to the rear is a lawned garden with direct access to the lakes.

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Price Offers Invited £250,000

NEW Tonbridge, Kent

Plot with planning for a 4 bed detached house of 1,900 sq ft

£300,000

NEW Southwick

NEW Hastings

Single building plot in desirable location

£150,000

NEW Broadstairs

NEW Hawkinge, Kent

Bungalow with planning for additional dwelling

£410,000

2 bed ﬂat with direct sea views situated on private estate for complete renovation

Tenterden, Kent

Self-build plot for 4 bed detached house in approx 0.5 acres

£425,000

Eythorne, Kent

Bognor Regis, West Sussex

Existing property with planning for attached 2 bed house

£195,000

Benenden, Kent

Design & build opportunity for a 6 bed house measuring approx 3,100 sq ft set in grounds of approaching 2 acres

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Offers Invited Approximately 1.9 acres available subject to planning, 1,3 acres of which inside development boundary and remaining 0.6 currently being promoted via LDF

Darenth, Kent

Ticehurst, East Sussex

Plot for 3 bed detached house

£175,000

Available as separate lots or £1.8 million

Mayﬁeld, East Sussex

Plot for 3 / 4 bed detached house

Offers Invited

Sandhurst, Kent

Plot A – 5 bed detached house of approx 2,400 sq ft

£300-£350,000

Smallholding comprising 28 acres of farmland, numerous outbuildings and stables. Farmhouse with planning to convert into 5 apartments. Selection of tenanted bungalows.

Lewes, East Sussex

£500,000

Sandhurst, Kent

Plot B – 5 bed detached house of approx 2,400 sq ft

£300-£350,000

Shop in High Street with large 2 bed maisonette above

Hawkhurst, Kent

Sandhurst, Kent

Barn conversion – 5 bed dwelling of approx 2,700 sq ft

£325-£375,000

Substantial period house in 1.5 acres Offers Invited available subject to planning

Platt, Kent

Approx 4.75 acres with future potential

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East Grinstead,

Single plot available subject to planning

£125£150,000

Biggin Hill

Approximately 100 acres of amenity/investment land available as a whole or in smaller lots

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Halling, Kent

Site with 21 lock-up garages available uncon or STP

£210,000

Kent

Mixed residential and commercial portfolio producing £165,000 pa with further potential

£1.86m or separate lots

Lydd, Kent

0.2 acre site with potential for 26 units STP

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Bognor Regis,

Licenced HMO producing £45,000 per annum

£450,000

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Sidcup, Kent

Up to 2 acres, subject to planning

£3,000,000

Haywards Heath,

Existing property on ½ acre plot with potential STP

£1,000,000

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NEW Hove

Site with planning for two detached houses

£950,000

NEW Whitstable

Site with existing house and planning for 2 bungalows

£550,000

NEW Deal

Site with planning for 1 x 3 and 1 x 2 bed detached houses

£220,000

NEW Alton

Site with planning for 4 detached houses

Offers Invited

NEW Croydon

Site with planning for a pair of semidetached houses

£190,000

Hastings, East Sussex

0.77 acre available as a whole or three lots

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Crayford, Kent

Site with planning for a terrace of 3 x 2 bed houses

£250,000

Folkestone, Kent

Site with planning for 6 x 2 bed maisonettes (price reduction)

£190-£210,000

Rochester, Kent

Site with planning for 9 x 2 and 3 x 1 bed apartments

£350,000

Bognor Regis, West Sussex

Existing 4 bed semi-detached property with planning to convert into 3 x 2 bedroom apartments

£450,000

Durham

Conversion opportunity of a church to 6 town houses

£195,000

Wincheap, Kent

Site in planning for 4 houses and 10 ﬂats

Offers Invited

Mottingham, Kent

Block of 12 ﬂats with planning approved for a further 6 units

£1,500,000

Bexhill, East Sussex

Site with planning for 14 apartments and shop units

£300,000

Ramsgate, Kent

Site with planning to convert existing building into 5 ﬂats

£170,000

Eastbourne, East Sussex

Site with planning for 14 units

£1 million

Chatham, Kent

Outline planning for 22 ﬂats and associated parking

£450,000

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HORSMONDEN VILLAGE £235,000 FREEHOLD What an opportunity!! Benefitting from a central Village location, this attached Period Cottage is ready and waiting for your manipulation. Offering Off-Road Parking, a Garage and a Garden, this rare gem is ready to become your next dream home. Internally, this deceptively spacious family abode comprises: an Entrance Hall, Sitting Room with fireplace, Dining Room with fireplace, Kitchen and Breakfast Room, Rear Hall, a Shower Room, 2 Double Bedrooms and Two Attic Rooms with Double Bedroom potential subject to obtaining the relevant P.P. Horsmonden provides a Post Office, Newsagent, General Store, Hairdresser and bi-weekly Farmers Market. Nearby Paddock Wood offers more substantial Shopping and Banking facilities and a Mainline Rail Station to Central London.

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GOUDHURST VILLAGE OFFERS IN EXCESS: £325,000 FREEHOLD Situated along a quiet lane, this Detached Cottage is a true hidden gem, offering deceptive and beautifully presented accommodation and benefitting from planning permission to extend a Bedroom. Adorned with Roses around the door and just a short stroll into the picturesque Village of Goudhurst, this ‘Chocolate Box’ Cottage keeps ticking all the boxes. Externally, there is a secluded Lawned Garden with mature Shrub Borders, Terraces and a Garage. Internally, this pretty family home boasts: a Sitting Room with Open Fireplace and Glazed Doors leading to the Garden, Kitchen/Dining Room, Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room, Two further Double Bedrooms and a Family Bathroom. Nearby Staplehurst Village offers a mainline Station into Central London. Cranbrook School Catchment Area. NO

RURAL CHAINHURST £425,000 FREEHOLD This beautifully presented, attached Country Cottage is really something very special. Situtated in the pretty and peaceful Rural Hamlet of Chainhurst, this quintessential Family Abode backs onto open Countryside and enjoys far reaching views of rolling fields and trees. Internally, the Cottage offers, a Kitchen with AGA and Dining area, Sitting Room with Open Fire, Utility Room, Wet Room, Master Bedroom with an En-Suite including a RollTop Bath and two further Bedrooms. Externally, the deceptive Gardens house many places to sit and enjoy the views or sample foods grown from the Sheds and Kitchen Garden. Without Grade Listing, this Cottage offers the possibility of extending subject to the relevant P.P. Ample Off-Road Parking. Marden Village offers local amenities and a Main Line Station.

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RURAL GILLS GREEN £400,000 FREEHOLD For those searching for an exciting Equestrian Development project here we have a really special site awaiting your inspection. Add to this the fact that the Property is situated within the much favoured Cranbrook School Catchment Area: so you are advised to view as soon as possible. Full Planning Permission has been granted to convert the Barn into a very aesthetically pleasing Work and Live dwelling that will comprise: an Entrance Hall, 2 Sitting Rooms, 2 Cloakrooms, a Kitchen/ Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Office, Studio, Storage and an integral Garage. Upon the First Floor there shall be 3 Bedrooms with 2 En-Suites, plus a Family Bathroom. Externally, within the grounds there will be Stabling for 4 Horses, plus a Hay Store or Tack Room and the joy of owning a Paddock of some 5.2 Acres. NO

OUTSKIRTS OF MATFIELD VILLAGE £450,000 FREEHOLD Wonderfully warm and welcoming, this Country Cottage is situated on the outskirts of the sought after Village of Matfield, approximately One mile from the Village Duck Pond, Shops and Friendly Country Inns. The Cottage is immaculately presented comprising: Entrance Porch, Sitting Room with an open Fire, Dining Room, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Outside Cloakroom, Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room, Two further Double Bedrooms with feature fireplaces. There is a driveway with parking for up to three cars and a Garage with a separate room suitable for a small office. Good sized rear Garden featuring a Decked Terrace with beautiful Kentish Countryside views. Royal Tunbridge Wells and Paddock Wood offer Mainline Rail Services & further Shops.

HORSMONDEN VILLAGE £549,950 FREEHOLD

MEREWORTH VILLAGE OFFERS IN EXCESS OF: £549,950 FREEHOLD Tucked away, entered through a Five Bar Gate is this beautiful Detached Grade II Listed Oast House sits within just under 1 Acre. With 2 Roundels, this Oast offers period charm and character from the moment you step inside. The internal accommodation comprises: Entrance Hall, Cloakroom, Open Plan Sitting and Dining Area with Glazed Doors leading to the pretty wrap round Terrace, a Roundel Kitchen, a Utility Room, the Master Roundel Bedroom with En-Suite Bathroom, Two further Double Bedrooms and a Family Bathroom. Externally, the Oast offers a pretty Garden scattered with Flowers, which looks onto a Yard, where there is a Detached Double Garage, currently housing a large Stable and 2 Paddocks that are laced with Cob Nut Trees, perfect for games of Hide and Seek!

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HURST GREEN VILLAGE £469,950 FREEHOLD One of 2 attractive newly constructed Detached Houses in a convenient location close to Etchingham Mainline Railway Station and within walking distance of Hurst Green Village with excellent local Shops, Restaurants and Petrol Stations. Completed to a very high standard the property features Under Floor Heating on the Ground Floor. The stylish accommodation comprises: Entrance Hall, Sitting Room, Dining Room, Conservatory, fully fitted “State of the Art” Kitchen, Cloakroom, Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower, 3 further Double Bedrooms and a luxury Family Bathroom. The Landscaped Garden features a Lawn and Terrace wrapping around the property. Off Road Parking and an Integral Garage with Electric Door. 10 Year NHBC. VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED NO

This highly regarded Village General Store is a successful business with awesome potential. Sadly the family run business is having to change hands after 23 Years due to Retirement. Mention Heath Stores to anyone locally and they will say with great enthusiasm that they are famous for their wonderful home cooked old fashioned Ham,tasty Bacon and a fine selection of Cheeses too: people come from miles around for their quality produce and personal service second to none.The setting is idyllic, the Store stands proudly, overlooking the picturesque Village Green in a sought after area with constant passing trade. The capacious trading area has a full EPOS System and sections for Groceries, a Bakery, Deli Counter, Off Licence, Fresh Meat, Dairy Chiller, Frozen Food Cabinets,Grocery shelves,Hot Drinks & home made Sandwiches.Behind the trading area are vast Store Rooms, a Prep Room and Cellars galore as well as a Courtyard and living accommodation comprising: Kitchen, 3 Receptions, 3 Bedrooms, Bath and Shower Room.

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CRANBROOK HIGH STREET £625,000 FREEHOLD Situated within a short walk of the local Schools, shopping and banking facilities this Detached Property enjoys a position that most would envy. Tucked back from the road, offering a Double Garage and ample Parking to the front and a Garden with a Terrace to the rear, complemented by a Kitchen Garden and a Greenhouse. Internally this deceptively spacious Home comprises: Entrance Hall, Drawing Room with floor to ceiling Windows providing views over the Garden to the rear, Dining Room, Kitchen/ Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Shower Room, Master Bedroom with En-Suite potential, Three further Double Bedrooms with built-in storage and a Family Bathroom. Subject to the relevant PP, this abode would offer scope to extend or to re-design. Cranbrook School Catchment Area.

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FRITTENDEN VILLAGE £675,000 FREEHOLD This picturesque detached Cottage, believed to date back to the 1820’s, is set in the heart of the Village and sits proudly within its Garden with an established Wisteria gracing the front Porch. Comprises: an Entrance Hall/Study, Dining Room, Drawing Room with warming log burner, Sitting Room with open coal fire, large family Kitchen/Breakfast Room with oil fired AGA, Island with built in hob, Butlers sink and double doors leading out to the rear Terrace, Utility Room with access to the Garden, Master Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room, 3 further Double Bedrooms, and a Family Bathroom. Externally, the enclosed Garden has a fence to the front, with Gates that lead onto a private drive. Easy walking distance to the Village Shop and Inn. Cranbrook School Catchment.

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RURAL GUESTLING £675,000 FREEHOLD If your dream is to put your mark on a very special property in a rural location this house could be just the ticket!! Located in an elevated position with breathtaking rural views, this Detached Country House has recently been refurbished but the Kitchen, Utility Room and Bathroom have been left for the purchaser to choose the units and suites of their dreams!! Comprising: Reception Hall with Dining Area, Drawing Room, Sitting Room, Study, Kitchen Breakfast Room, Utility, Cloakroom, an amazing Principal Suite with Dressing Area, En-Suite and Sun Room, Three further Double Bedrooms and a Family Bathroom. To the rear of the property is an elevated Swimming Pool enjoying views over the Grounds of around Two Acres and the surrounding Countryside. Off Road Parking & a Detached Double Garage.

ROYAL TUNBRIDGE WELLS £735,000 FREEHOLD Have you ever dreamt of living in a Period Country Property but not wanted to be away from the hustle and bustle of Town Living? This Unlisted Detached Property could be the answer to your dreams. It is tucked away in a secluded location within One Mile of the much sought-after Pantiles in Royal Tunbridge Wells. The well proportioned accommodation comprises: Sitting Room and Family Room both with Fireplaces, Dining Room, Kitchen/ Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Ground Floor Bathroom and Shower Room, Master Bedroom with En-Suite Bathroom, Four further Bedrooms and a Family Shower Room. Externally there is Off-Road Parking for several Cars with Lawned Gardens, Flower Beds and delightful Terraces. Tunbridge Wells Mainline Rail Station is approximately 1.2 Miles away. NO

HORSMONDEN VILLAGE OFFERS IN EXCESS OF: £750,000 FREEHOLD This handsome well-presented Detached House is conveniently close to this much favoured Village and occupies a prime position within this prestigious ‘Charles Church Development.’ Comprising: Entrance Lobby, Reception Hall, Sitting Room, Dining Room, Drawing Room, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Utility Room, Cloakroom, Principal Bedroom with a Dressing Room Area and an En-Suite Bathroom, Guest Bedroom with an En-Suite Shower Room, Two Further Double Bedrooms and a Family Bathroom, The Second Floor has Two more Double Bedrooms and a Bathroom. The well tended Garden to the rear has wonderful views across Woods. A Detached Garage. Paddock Wood Station (with adjacent Waitrose) has trains to London in under the Hour. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

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PLAYDEN HAMLET £795,000 FREEHOLD This immaculately presented, generously proportioned Country Abode is surrounded by some 1.8 Acres of Terraces, Lawns, a Pond and a Paddock, making it perfect for the discerning green fingered purchaser, and or one with Equestrian interests. The flexible accommodation Comprises: Drawing Room with Open Fireplace, Garden Room, Sitting Room, a wonderful Country Kitchen with an AGA and Breakfast Room, Dining Room/ Bedroom 4, Study/Bedroom 5, Wet Room, Utility Room, Two Boot Rooms. Principal Suite with a Dressing Room and Wet Room, Two further Double Bedrooms and a Bathroom. The Loft has been converted into a further Room which has Bedroom potential. Nearby Rye provides Shopping and Banking facilities and a Main Line Train Station to Central London.

BROAD OAK, BREDE OFFERS IN EXCESS OF: £799,000 FREEHOLD Tucked away, a secret well kept, this magnificent 21st Century Country House incorporates period charm with ‘State of the Art’ technology. Situated within its own Gardens and Woodland of 2 Acres, this wonderful Family Home exudes space, style and luxury from the moment you step inside. Internally, the property comprises: a grand Reception Hall with Galleried Landing above, a Sitting Room, Drawing Room with Log Burner, stunning Open Plan Kitchen and Dining Room, Utility, Cloak Room, Office, a Principal Suite with En-Suite Shower Room and Dressing Room/Bedroom 5, Guest Suite with En-Suite Shower Room, Two further Double Bedrooms and an impressive Family Bathroom. There is also a Detached Double Garage with a perfect Studio/Study above. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

OUTSKIRTS OF TENTERDEN OFFERS IN EXCESS: £1,000,000 FREEHOLD This stunning, capacious, Georgian inspired Country House is set in some 3.55 Acres with glorious views and a natural Pond. Well proportioned and presented throughout in excellent decorative order and comprising: a fine Reception Hall, a magnificent Drawing Room, a bespoke, hand-painted Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Study/Playroom, Conservatory, Utility Room, Cloakroom, the Principal Bedroom with a Dressing Room and an En-Suite Bathroom, Four further Bedrooms and a Family Bathroom. The attached Cottage has a Hall, Sitting Room/Dining Room, Kitchen, Cloakroom, Bedroom, Dressing Room, Bathroom and Veranda. Triple Garaging. Tenterden has a wide variety of excellent Shops including a Waitrose. The Station at Headcorn provides Trains to London and or Ashford International

RURAL CHELSFIELD £1,850,000 FREEHOLD This stunning character Country House boasts the most wonderful elevated setting with panoramic and far reaching views, and fantastic Equestrian facilities set in 15 Acres. Discerning purchasers will thrill at the exquisite quality and superb design of this unique house. The house sits in secluded, immaculately maintained formal Gardens. Arranged over 3 Three Floors comprising: Reception Roundel, Drawing Room, Kitchen/Dining/Family Room, Sitting Room, Utility Room, 2 Cloakrooms, First Floor Sitting Room/ Bedroom, 5 Bedrooms and 3 Bathrooms. Externally: Triple Garage Block, A Stable Block with 3 Stables, Feed Room, Tack Room, Kitchen, Store Room, Cloak Room. 6 further Stables, All Weather Ménage, 5 Field Shelters, 3 Bay Store. Beautiful Formal Gardens, Paddocks and Woodland.

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SEDLESCOMBE VILLAGE OFFERS IN EXCESS: £950,000 FREEHOLD Heaven on earth!! Privately tucked away on the edge of a Golf Course, this fantastic character Equestrian Property of some 3,920 sq.ft has been superbly extended and refurbished to create a most desirable Family Home with an integral Annexe that could be used for a variety of purposes (subject to planning). One could so easily combine Business with pleasure here. Comprising: Six Reception Rooms, Master Suite, Guest Suite plus Three further Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms/Shower Rooms, Kitchen/Breakfast Room, Study, Laundry Room, Cellar and Two Cloakrooms. Attached to the Annexe are 4 Loose Boxes and a Tack Room/Feed Store. In addition there is a Three Bay Open Garage, Garden Room, Gardens and Paddocks amounting to 3.5 Acres. Access to Bridlepaths, wonderful Walks and a 27 Hole Golf Club / Hotel.

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Park road, Tunbridge Wells

£2250 PCM

Victorian villa with four bedrooms, two reception plus large kitchen / breakfast. Private driveway and garden, within a short walk of the town centre and station.

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a charming end of terrace two bedroom cottage with the benefit of a large garden and located in the popular south side of the town.

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A two bedroom, two bathroom first floor apartment in this outstanding Grade II listed Country House with stunning roof terrace.

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Tunbridge Wells £1,750,000

Lamberhurst £1,250,000

A detached character country house of great charm with a delightful detached cottage in a wonderful quiet rural setting with outstanding views in just under 2 ¾ acres.

A superbly converted 5/6 bedroom detached period barn with a spacious interior and garage block with annexe, set in attractive gardens on the edge of this highly regarded village.

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Crowborough £775,000 A fine detached 5 bedroom character house with a spacious interior and about ¾ acres, situated only a short distance from Crowborough Beacon golf club.

An attractive sandstone chapel sympathetically converted to keep the character of the chapel together with the practical comforts of modern day living. Tunbridge Wells Office

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Newly refurbished, this elegant home benefits from underfloor heating throughout. So every day will give you a warm welcome. With Winter well and truly here there’s never been a better time to think about moving to warmer climes. You needn’t look far though. From underfloor heating and open fireplaces to homely Agas, at Hamptons International, we’ve properties with everything you could ask for.

Mark Cross £650,000

Tunbridge Wells OIRO £510,000

Detached house of considerable character in a mature plot of some 0.64 acres and with planning permission to extend to create a substantial family home of about 3187 sq ft.

A very well presented and deceptively spacious detached bungalow situated in a highly regarded close in an excellent area in the much favoured south side of town.

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Langton Green £1,495,000

Mayfield £950,000

An exceptional detached family house occupying a wonderful position within this popular road with beautiful views to the rear across neighbouring fields.

A substantial detached Victorian house with well proportioned accommodation including 6 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms and 3 bathrooms enjoying some fine westerly views.

Tunbridge Wells £735,000

Crowborough £695,000 Fine Edwardian house with many features including high corniced ceilings, fireplaces and individually designed windows, all arranged over three spacious floors.

An attractively designed six bedroom detached house with outstanding family accommodation, situated in a quiet cul-de-sac on the southern edge of Tunbridge Wells.

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Buxted OIRO £675,000 A very distinctive detached character house, mainly of timber construction, with light and spacious interior with view and superb gardens of around 1.3 acres.

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Tunbridge Wells £425,000 An attractive Grade II listed Victorian four bedroom townhouse style maisonette situated in the heart of the historic and picturesque Pantiles.

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Bidborough £6,500 pcm A stunning 7 bedroom manor house with 20 acres, outdoor heated swimming pool, cinema room & home gym. The property has been renovated to an extremely high level and will suit a professional family who want a secluded property in the country with outstanding views to front and rear. Tunbridge Wells Office

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Versatile five/six bedroom Kent Oast positioned over three floors with two allocated parking spaces.

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Fordcombe £1,950 pcm Available Now An attractive four bedroom, two bathroom period family home with located opposite the Green in the heart of Fordcombe village.

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