rural, Kingston, Kent

Property Details: • Type: Detached • Tenure: FREEHOLD • Floor Area: 5106 sqft

Key Features: • Country House with Leisure & Equestrian facilities • 12 acres (*TBV)/Riding Arena/Stables • 3 bedroom annexe/Indoor Pool • Large outbuilding - Potential Development • NO CHAIN

Location: • Nearest Station: Bekesbourne Station • Distance to Station: 3.7463762158651184 miles

Agent Information: • Address: Head Office Lonsdale Gate Lonsdale Gardens Tunbridge Wells Kent TN1 1NU

Full Description: CHAIN FREE - A unique opportunity of a lifestyle equestrian and country property set in 12.3 acres (*TBV) of paddocks and gardens. 5,106 sq. ft. of versatile living space inc.3 bedroom Grade 11 listed farmhouse with attached 3 bedroom annex for guests/extended family, holiday lets, leisure indoor pool and sauna, equestrian stables and riding arena. For those with a passion for development there is large detached 2 storey barn 2,893 sq. ft with part planning permission.<br /><br />The farmstead is located in the picturesque countryside of Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural beauty near the popular rural location. <br />The main farmhouse has retained a wealth of character features such as beams and inglenook fireplaces and includes a fitted oak kitchen/breakfast room with AGA, living room, dining room, family bathroom and 3 double bedrooms. The farmhouse has been extended to include a spacious contemporary attached annex with luxury modern kitchen, breakfast living room and 3 double bedrooms all benefitting from en suites and an additional first floor sitting room. A leisure complex incorporating the annexe has an indoor swimming pool (26.5 ft x 16.2 ft and sauna which further enhances the lifestyle appeal of the property. <br /><br />The equestrian facilities include a timber 2 stable block and haybarn with additional stabling within the ground floor of the two storey barn which totals 2,893 sq.ft, 40m x 20m riding arena and three paddocks with separate access from the lane.<br />The grounds surround the house and annexe features secluded landscaped gardens, terraces for al fresco dining, an ornamental pond and mature trees and shrubs, together with two separate electric gated entrances and ample parking for multiple vehicles and horseboxes ensuring convenience for both residents and guests at the main house and annexe.<br /><br />In summary, this equestrian and country farmstead in Kingston is a rare find, offering a harmonious blend of history, space, and modern comforts. NO CHAIN.<br /><br /><b>Situation & Location</b> - Situated within the Elham Valley, part of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Kingston lies approximately 6 miles south-east of Canterbury. The village is close to Barham Downs and offers useful amenities, including the Kingston Barn village hall, a 14th-century church and the popular Black Robin public house. Nearby Barham provides a village store and post office and a C of E primary school, while the neighbouring village of Bridge offers an excellent selection of public houses and restaurants, including the renowned The Pig at Bridge Place. Broome Park Golf Club, with its excellent 18-hole course set around a magnificent Grade I listed mansion house, is also close by.<br />The Cathedral City of Canterbury provides extensive shopping, cultural attractions and a wide choice of state and independent schools. The area is well connected, with high-speed rail services from High Speed at Canterbury West reaching London St Pancras in about 54 minutes, easy access to the A2/M2 road network, and the Channel Tunnel terminal around 13 miles away, offering convenient links to Europe.<br /><br /><b>Material Information & Services</b> - MATERIAL INFORMATION -MAIN HOUSE <br />TENURE: Freehold<br />PROPERTY TYPE: Detached with attached Annex<br />PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION: Brick <br />NUMBER & TYPE OF ROOM/S: see attached floor plans.<br />PARKING: Large driveway and 3 entrances leading to main house, annex and land<br />TITLE NUMBER/S: K685939/K846420<br />LOCAL AUTHORITY: Canterbury City Council<br />TAX BAND: G<br />EPC RATING: Exempt main house Grade 11 listed<br />HEATING: Oil run by the AGA in main house & separate immersion heater<br />SEWAGE: Cesspit<br />WATER SUPPLY: Mains <br />ELECTRICITY SUPPLY: Mains <br />EPC RATING : Main House Exempt Grade 11 listed<br />BROADBAND: None fitted currently see useful website links.<br />MOBILE COVERAGE: EE / Vodafone / O2 / Three - also see useful website links.<br /><br />ANNEXE MATERIAL INFORMATION & SERVICES:<br />PROPERTY TYPE: Attached to main house<br />PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION: Block built/Timber clad<br />HEATING: Oil separate boiler, water pump<br />SEWAGE: Cesspit– linked to main house<br />WATER SUPPLY: Mains<br />ELECTRICITY SUPPLY: Mains with electric meter and electric charging point for cars fitted<br />INDOOR POOL HEATING: Separate boiler in pump room<br />OUBUILDINGS BARN & STABLES<br />ELECTRICTY SUPPLY: Mains <br />WATER SUPPLY: Mains<br /><br /><b>Land & Grounds</b> - *The acreage and land shown or stated on any map, plan or particulars is TBV (To Be Verified). This means the land has not been formally measured or verified by Equus or the sellers. A Title Plan from the Land Registry will be available, where possible, showing the boundary and stated acreage. Interested parties wishing to verify the exact area should make their own enquiries via their solicitor and, if required, commission a suitably qualified professional to undertake a formal measurement.<br /><br />AGENTS NOTE : There is a public footpath which runs from the gated entrance from the road past the riding arena and across one of the paddocks south to north.<br /><br /><b>Helpful Websites</b> - We recommend that you visit the local authority website pertaining to the property you are interested in buying for all the planning consents / restrictions / history and the following websites for more helpful information about the property and surrounding local area before proceeding in a purchase: <br /> | | | - | | <br /> <br /> <br /><br /><b>Disclaimers</b> - 1. These particulars are not an offer or contract, nor part of one. You should not rely on statements given by Equus International Property Ltd in the particulars as being factually accurate about the property, its condition or its value. Neither Equus International Property Ltd nor any joint agent has any authority to make any representations about the property, any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of Equus International Property Ltd. 2. Please note that the material information is provided to Equus International Property Ltd by third parties and is provided here as a guide only. We advise you to confirm the details of any such information prior to any offer being submitted. We will use reasonable endeavours to update if there are changes as soon as practical. 3. The photographs, property videos and virtual viewings etc. show only certain parts of the property as they appeared at the time they were taken. Areas, measurements and distances given are approximate only. 4. Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. A buyer must find out by inspection or in other ways that these matters have been properly dealt with and that all information is correct. 5. A list of the fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings and other items fixed to the property which are included in the sale (or may be available by separate negotiation) will be provided by the Seller’s Solicitors. 6. VAT may be payable and may change without notice.<br /><br /><b>Viewing Arrangements</b> - All Viewings are strictly by Appointment with the Vendors’ Agent<br />Equus Country & Equestrian, South East/South West<br />T: <br />E: <br />W: <br />DISCLAIMER: All prospective buyers view all properties for sale with Equus International Property Ltd at their own risk and neither the Agents, Joint Agents nor the Sellers take responsibility for any damage or injury however caused to themselves or personal belongings or property. <br />By viewing a property with Equus you accept this disclaimer. If inspecting the outbuildings, equestrian facilities or any other building within the grounds you must wear appropriate clothing and footwear and children must be either left in the car or always supervised. Livestock should not be touched and all gates left shut or closed after use.<br /><br />