Cot Lane, Biddenden, Ashford, Kent, TN27 8JD

Where classic character meets contemporary living in a tranquil country setting -- Sue Savva #TheGardenOfEngland A charming, unlisted Kentish farmhouse thoughtfully extended and enhanced to provide beautifully presented accommodation, combining contemporary style with period character, set in attractive gardens featuring a duck pond, barn, potential holiday let and adjoining paddock.

The property enjoys a peaceful position along a quiet country lane on the rural outskirts of Biddenden, with convenient access to rail services from Headcorn. Lovely views of surrounding farmland.

In all circa 2.8 acres No chain Situation Wealden enjoys a peaceful setting along a quiet country lane on the rural outskirts of Biddenden.

The village offers a good selection of local amenities, including a village shop, tea rooms, a pub, and restaurants, while the nearby market towns of Tenterden and Cranbrook provide a wider range of facilities and services.

Mainline rail services into London can be accessed from Headcorn to the north. There is a good choice of local schools, both state and private.

Wealden This charming unlisted period farmhouse has undergone an extensive program of extension and refurbishment, resulting in a beautifully balanced blend of contemporary style and traditional character.

The entrance hall provides a welcoming introduction to the home, enhanced by a distinctive Crittall-style glazed wall and door leading to the well-appointed utility and boot room.

The sitting room features exposed wooden floorboards and an attractive fireplace with a wood-burning stove, creating a warm focal point.

A further ground floor reception room offers excellent flexibility and is currently used as a dining room but could serve as a fifth bedroom with the added benefit of an adjoining en-suite shower room.

The stunning kitchen includes a range of attractive shaker style cabinets and wooden work surfaces and island with matching units and a double sink.

The dining area has a roof lantern with dual aspect doors creating a bright open plan area for dining that leads onto the rear terrace and gardens.

Also adjoining the kitchen is the garden room, complete with a vaulted ceiling, exposed oak beams, and French doors opening onto a further side terrace.

Upstairs the master bedroom has vaulted ceiling and a smart shower room en suite. There are three further bedrooms, and these share the family bathroom complete with freestanding bath.

Outside The property is approached from the lane via a gravel drive with ample off-road parking, and beyond the drive is the oak frame barn and the Colt Bungalow.

The bungalow has been insulated and double glazed and is currently configured as a home office with kitchen and cloakroom.

Previously granted planning permission to convert this building to a holiday let has lapsed but may be reinstated, subject to planning approval and further expired permission to erect a cart lodge to the side of the drive could also be reinstated subject to the same approval.

The gardens and pond at Wealden are a particular feature and there are several places to sit and enjoy including a decked terrace overlooking the duck pond.

To the rear of the garden is the Summer House with light and power offering a number of uses. Adjacent to the garden is the paddock which has a separate entrance from the lane.

Additional information Services: Mains electricity, water and drainage, oil fired central heating by way of a Sandyford range. Pressurised hot water system and water softener.

The Colt bungalow is fitted with solar panels powering 10 KWH battery and exporting to grid.

Tenure: Freehold Council Tax Band: E EPC Rating: E Flood risk: Very low Broadband: Yes Mobile Signal: Yes *Data provided by OnTheMarket.com ‘Via Sprift’ Our Ref: TEA260085