4 bedroom detached house for sale

Grade II listed stunning barn conversion and roundal offering versatile accommodation complemented by an indoor pool set in a peaceful location with beautiful gardens and far reaching views.

* Cranbrook School catchment area *

Joldwynds is a unique Grade II Listed property, the likes of which do not come to the market very often. Originally two barns with an oast, the building was converted in the 1930s by Oliver Hill (an early mentee of Edwin Lutyens) as an “entertainment complex” for Boxhurst Farm which was, at the time, owned by the Master of the Rolls. The property was converted to a residential dwelling in the 1980s by the current custodian. It has been meticulously and thoughtfully designed to create a stunning family home full of innovative ideas for modern day living with interest at every turn, yet retaining many original features. The most recent addition to the property is a fantastic kitchen and pool house which blend seamlessly to the original structure of the building. For a property of this age, it offers spacious accommodation with lots of natural light flooding into the home.

Joldwynds is approached along a private lane. As you pass through the front entrance you are able to immediately fully appreciate the fantastic far reaching uninterrupted views that accompany this home. The property sits amid 2 acres of beautiful gardens with a paved pathway that encircles the plot. Two wooded areas complement the expanse of lawn, fantastic working fountain and planted borders.

The pool house overlooks the garden and offers a fully enclosed heated swimming pool which can be enjoyed even in the depths of winter, yet can be fully opened up to the garden during the summer months with sliding full height glazed doors. This too has been cleverly designed to provide changing and showering space without the need to return to the main house. The pool house can also be accessed via a covered walkway from the kitchen giving dry coverage even on the rainiest of days.

Joldwynds is accompanied by a spacious garden store and garage, the latter of which is large enough to accommodate 3 cars. Both the store and the garage have electric up and over doors. Additional parking is available adjacent to the garage.


FEATURES
- Throughout much of the house lighting is motion controlled
- Entrance lobby with floor to ceiling windows offering unobstructed views across the garden and countryside beyond
- Boot room to the left of the entrance lobby with a plethora of storage cupboards and providing access to garden courtyard and garaging
- Sitting room with grand fireplace, electric flame effect log fire (a log burner is possible to be reinstated)
- Formal dining area with minstrel gallery landing above
- Stunning kitchen fitted with an abundance of storage cupboards, reconstituted marble counter tops, central island with two sinks with Quooker taps, three eye level ovens, Miele induction hob, integrated fridge and three under counter freezers, dishwasher. The kitchen can be opened up to the garden and dining patio via full height sliding glass doors
- Spacious utility room with storage cupboards, under counter sink and space for washing machine and tumble dryer
- Two ground floor cloakrooms, one with automatic hand dryer
- Ground floor bedroom and en suite shower room with shower cubicle, wall hung basin, WC and bidet
- Lift to first floor, or stairs located in the roundal
- First floor home office/study with log burning stove, built in shelving and triple aspect windows including full height glass doors for fantastic views across the garden
- Master bedroom with air conditioning and en suite bathroom – en suite comprises of a fantastic retro bath, double sinks, walk-in shower, heated towel rail, WC and bidet
- Two further double bedrooms, one with en suite WC and basin
- Dressing room with built in drawer units and hanging rails
- Family shower room with walk-in shower, wall hung basin, heated towel rail, WC and bidet
- Pool house, with full height glass doors which can be fully opened up on two sides, comprising a heated pool with electric safety cover, changing and showering area, utility island housing a sink and fridge, and space for inside seating
- Gardens and grounds of circa 2 acres
- Spacious garage in which to park up to three cars and additional adjacent parking
- Garden store with bore hole for water that can be used over the garden only

SITUATION
Situated on the periphery of Sandhurst village along a private lane, the property is within a short distance of amenities which include a number of local services such as a farm shop and service station. Nearby Hawkhurst provides a good selection of amenities including local shops, Waitrose and Tesco supermarkets, public houses and Kino Cinema. Slightly further afield is Tenterden offering more comprehensive shopping and amenities.

The property is set within the sought-after Cranbrook School catchment area. Other schools nearby include Sandhurst Primary School, Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre in Tenterden, Saint Ronan’s and Marlborough House in Hawkhurst, Benenden Girls’ School and Dulwich Preparatory at Cranbrook. Further secondary schools can be found in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.

The A28 gives access to the M20 for Ashford and coastal ports, and the A21 for the M25 Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted Airports. Staplehurst and Etchingham Stations provide services to London Bridge, Charing Cross and Cannon Street with journey times from under an hour and about 1 hour 15 minutes respectively.

There are a wealth of leisure facilities and tourist attractions nearby including Hemsted and Bedgebury Forests, Chart Hills, Dale Hill and Tenterden Golf Clubs, Sissinghurst, Bodiam and Scotney Castles (National Trust) and Bewl Water Reservoir.

Hawkhurst 3.5 miles
A21 8.2 miles
Etchingham Station 7.9 miles
Staplehurst Station 11.9 miles
(All distances are approximate)

PROPERTY INFORMATION
- Services: Oil fired central heating. Mains electric and water. Private drainage.
- Local Authority: Tunbridge Wells Borough Council
- Council Tax band: G (2023/24)
- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.

DIRECTIONS
From the centre of Sandhurst, starting at the Texaco service station, head East towards Tenterden on the A268 for around 0.5 miles. The turning for Boxhurst can be found on the right hand side just before the Methodist Church. Continue to the end of the lane where Joldwynds is located.

VIEWINGS
Strictly by appointment through Jackson-Stops.
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