Boarden Lane, Staplehurst, TN12 0EB

£965,000 to £1,000,000 Converted to a very high standard approximately 18 years ago, this charming unlisted detached 3 bedroom converted granary, together with a detached period building currently used as an artist’s studio, set in circa 0.8 acres, provides 2,658 sq ft in total of beautifully presented living space that would suit any number of different buyers.

The Granary retains many original features, including magnificent timbers and high vaulted ceiling.

Downstairs, there is a delightful bespoke country style kitchen, utility, cloakroom and two spacious reception areas, one of which is an elegant triple-aspect sitting room with wood burning stove, exposed beams, oak flooring, the other a perfect dining hall, partially open to the kitchen, with vaulted ceiling, full height glass windows, French doors onto the garden terrace, and views over the beautiful garden.

There is underfloor heating throughout the ground floor.

Upstairs, in two separate wings accessed by attractive oak staircases, are the three pretty bedrooms, one of which has the benefit of a generous en-suite bathroom, while the other two are served by a separate shower room with Corner vanity basin, WC, and a pretty stained-glass window.

But it is not just the house itself that impresses.

Outside, the lovely gardens totalling circa 0.8 acres(unmeasured) including a large carp-filled pond, which are a haven for wildlife and nature lovers alike, compliment the house perfectly.

You can picture spending long, leisurely days relaxing in the different areas of the garden, not a care in the world.

The property also benefits from a useful detached oak framed cart barn and a separate detached period timber-framed studio with power, light and possible telephone connection, and a garage with vaulted ceiling space, all of which could work equally well as a home working space, holiday let or separate annexe if converted, subject of course to the necessary permissions.

It is currently used as an artist’s studio.

Tucked away at the end of a pretty private lane where there is a small scattering of other period properties, this wonderful property has a very tranquil, Mediterranean feel and is the perfect place to live a relaxed existence, while still being close to many good local amenities.

The country villages of Staplehurst and Headcorn, both of which have good local facilities and mainline stations to London, are just over 2 miles distant, and the county town of Maidstone, where there are comprehensive shopping, leisure and health facilities, is an 8 mile drive away.

EPC Rating: D INTRODUCTION   This beautiful country home, with its lovely gardens and useful outbuildings, could provide for a variety of lifestyles and would be ideal for buyers looking to enjoy a peaceful, rural existence, while still being close to good local amenities, schools and transport systems.

Converted to a high standard just 18 years ago, this stunning character home has much to offer.

The exterior is completely charming and sits comfortably within its rural 0.8 acre setting, while the inside has a warm, elegant, feel GROUND FLOOR   As you enter this property, you know you are in a very special house indeed.

The heart of this home is the wonderful, bespoke country style kitchen / breakfast room with bespoke granite and wooden worktops, butler’s sink, and an oil-fired Aga-style range.

The utility room, with vaulted ceiling and butler’s sink, opens onto the terrace, and there is a pretty cloakroom looking onto the terrace and garden.

The kitchen opens onto the high vaulted dining hall, where you can imagine large family gatherings taking place.

The dining hall has full height glass windows to front and back, which create a wonderful feature of the property.

Beyond this room is an incredibly spacious and very elegant sitting room with beautiful oak flooring, log burner, exposed beams, and double French doors opening onto the garden and terrace.

This room could be divided into different living spaces if desired. There is also a good amount of built-in storage.

FIRST FLOOR   Two sets of oak staircases from the ground floor dining hall lead to the bedroom and bathroom accommodation on the first floor.

One staircase leads to the principal bedroom which has excellent built-in storage/wardrobe space, and a surprisingly spacious, well-appointed en-suite bathroom.

The two further pretty bedrooms are accessed from the second staircase. Both of these rooms have useful built-in storage space and both share a delightful modern shower room.

OUTBUILDINGS   Positioned close to, but detached from the main house, is an oak framed cart barn which offers much in the way of potential.

At present, it is used as a covered outside entertaining space, but it could be used for garaging, storage or as a games or hobby area.

Next door to this is a detached part brick, part timber studio building and garage with vaulted ceiling which has wonderful vistas over the pond from the first-floor artist’s studio.

This useful outbuilding could be used in a number of different ways, including as a home office.

It also has the potential for conversion to other uses such as an annexe or holiday let, subject of course to obtaining the necessary permissions.

OUTSIDE   The Granary is approached over a private drive which leads onto a large gravel area in front of the property which in turn provides plentiful parking for a number of vehicles.

The garden is surrounded by mature trees and is an oasis of calm and relaxation, completely in keeping with the feel of the property.

To the rear of the main house is a large patio area, ideal for summer living and al fresco dining, and lawn.

This property also benefits from adjoining grazing fields to the rear which gives a lovely open rural outlook. Three garden sheds offer additional storage space.

AGENTS NOTE   AGENTS NOTE Please note that the neighbouring property, "Boarden Stables", has a right of way at all times over part of the driveway.

There is also a public footpath to the side of the property. SERVICES   Mains water and electricity. Oil fired central heating.

NB: Underfloor heating to ground floor / traditional radiators to first floor. Private drainage. EPC Rating: D. Local Authority: Maidstone Borough Council.

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