Grade II listed barn conversion near Bredgar at the top of the North Downs in Kent
Three to four bedroom listed barn conversion in Kent hamlet at the top of the North Downs close to the county town of Maidstone, the Medway towns, Tunbridge Wells and fast train access to Victoria station, London
A rare opportunity to acquire this Grade II listed converted barn, situated in an idyllic hamlet between the villages of Bredgar and Hollingbourne at the top of the North Downs in Kent.
The surrounding countryside has been designated an area of outstanding natural beauty and the property enjoys direct views over cherry orchards and fields beyond.
Converted in the late 1980s, this oak framed barn is clad with traditional weatherboarding beneath a peg tiled roof. Still retaining a wealth of exposed beams, open fireplaces, vaulted ceilings and a galleried landing this lovely barn has recently undergone a comprehensive and stylish refurbishment.
Lounge 18' x 13'8" featuring double height windows, vaulted ceiling, cast iron wood burner and exposed brick chimney breast, solid oak flooring. Attractive solid oak staircase.
Cloakroom with a contemporary wall hung w.c , glass wash hand basin and mosaic splash back tiling. Oak flooring.
Dining room / 4th bedroom 13’3" x 13' with open fireplace and exposed brick chimney breast, oak flooring.
Kitchen 16' x 13'9" with modern solid oak kitchen with built in AEG fridge/freezer, fully integrated dishwasher, stainless steel fan assisted oven, ceramic hob and cooker hood with glass canopy. Granite work tops with Franke inset stainless steel sink and taps. Slate flooring throughout, floor to ceiling windows and French doors leading to garden, open plan to:
Dining / family room 12’4" x 10’6" full height windows and French doors leading to garden. Fireplace with exposed brick chimney breast, Slate flooring.
Utility room with work top and sink unit, plumbed for washing machine, slate flooring and door leading to garden.
Alarm system.
Gallery - the gallery offers a unique seating area further enhanced by floor to ceiling windows, vaulted ceiling, many exposed beams and mood floor lighting.
Planning permission has also been granted for a curved staircase to the upper level rooms of the barn, currently being used for storage.
Bathroom with luxury Sanitan sanitary ware, large Bette bath with chrome mixer taps and shower attachment, old fashioned heated chrome towel rail, oak flooring, exposed beams.
Bedroom 3 14' x 8' featuring full height window to the south, oak flooring and velux window overlooking the garden and cherry orchards beyond.
Bedroom 2 13’6" x 11', oak flooring, velux window, also overlooking the garden and cherry orchards. Exposed beams and brickwork.
Master bedroom 14'6" x 13' featuring exposed brick chimney breast, oak flooring, velux window overlook garden and cherry orchard, exposed beams.
Ensuite Shower room with large tiled shower cubicle with pumped power shower, low level w.c and pedestal hand wash basin, oak flooring and exposed beams, door to airing cupboard.
Outside
Detached double garage.
Gardens mainly laid to lawn with two cherry trees backing onto fields and orchards beyond used for sheep and horse grazing.
Bredgar village itself offers a traditional village shop / post office, village pond and pub. Close by, the Hucking estate offers hundreds of acres of woodland, countryside walks and bridleways.
Easy access to the M2, M20 and Hollingbourne station with services to London Victoria in 58 minutes.
