5 bedroom detached house for sale

In an unrivalled location with breathtaking views, this unique unlisted barn includes nearly 3 acres and a stunning two-bedroom annexe -- Sarah Holgate, Associate Director



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An impressive unlisted detached barn with versatile living accommodation and wonderful loggia, plus the addition of an attractive detached 2 bedroom annexe, all set in glorious gardens and land/fields of just under 3 acres. Situated in a quiet secluded location within the High Weald National Landscape Area with spectacular uninterrupted countryside views.
In all 2.93 acres

No onward chain




The Old Barn is situated half a mile down a private no through country lane in the National Landscapes (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), on the rural edge of Wittersham, a pretty village that is virtually equidistant from Rye and Tenterden. Wittersham has a thriving village store as well as a village school.

The historic towns of Rye and Tenterden each have an excellent range of shops, restaurants and pubs, including both Tesco and Waitrose supermarkets in Tenterden.
There is a wide choice of both private and state schooling in the area and the property is on the bus route for the grammar schools in Ashford and Homewood Academy school in Tenterden.
Regular train services run from Appledore Station at Snargate for trains to Brighton and Ashford. Ashford has the fast train service into London St Pancras and there are international train services to the Continent. There is access to the M20 at Ashford and the M25 via the A21.

The Old Barn
A unique unlisted detached barn set in a stunning location with the added benefit of a 2 bedroom annexe, ideal for dual family living or a separate income (Airbnb). The 17th Century barn was converted into a family home in the late 1980’s and has versatile living spaces over 2 floors. Of note are the attractive vaulted beamed ceilings and the character catslide roof with overhang loggia providing an amazing extended entertaining area. To the front of the barn is a generous entrance hallway with impressive double height glazing and vaulted ceiling, an oak staircase to the first floor and a modern shower room. The kitchen/dining room has a range of modern fitted units complete with integrated appliances and underfloor heating, and is open plan into the dining room. There a double french doors here opening onto the loggia. The boot room/utility is just beyond the kitchen area with a door to the side. To the rear of the barn there is a generous size drawing room with a feature fireplace, wood burning stove and two french doors, one opening to the side and the other onto the loggia. The separate sitting room has fitted bookshelves and french doors opening onto the loggia.
Upstairs is equally spacious with 3 double bedrooms, plenty of storage and a good size family bathroom. There is potential to create an ensuite if required.

The windows enjoy fabulous views over the gardens and surrounding countryside.

Annexe
The annexe which was built by the current owners 20 years ago is in keeping with the barn and just as pleasing. The front door opens into the studio/sitting area and upstairs there are 2 double bedrooms, 1 having double doors opening onto the balcony which has magnificent uninterrupted countryside views. Both bedrooms share the modern shower room.

Outside
Gardens 2.93 acres
To the front of the property is an area of off road immediately outside the barn and further parking by the annexe/double garage. The gardens are mostly laid to lawn around the barn and annexe with mature clipped hedges, trees, plants and flowers. There is a long paved terrace under the loggia which makes this an exceptional entertaining space. There is a further paved terrace and a potting shed/greenhouse. Opposite the barn there is the addition of the two and a half acre field made up of a small orchard and enclosed meadow including a rabbit proof cutting garden. This would make a great paddock for equestrian purposes.
The garden is surrounded by some of the most glorious countryside with far reaching views across the Downs.
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Services: Mains water and electricity. Oil fired central heating and wood burning stove. Private drainage (treatment plant), Fibre broadband.

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: G
Broadband: Yes
EPC rating : E
Mobile phone coverage: yes

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Our Ref: ACH250031