Teston Road, Offham, West Malling... 7 bed detached house for sale

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Teston Road, Offham, West Malling... 7 bed detached house for sale

Teston Road, Offham, West Malling, Kent, ME19
£5,000,000

Our Summary

  • The superb equestrian facilities comprise a U-shaped stable block with 10 stables, a barn, hay store and a tack room, together with divided grazing paddocks, an international-sized manège and lunging arena in need of updating
  • There is lapsed planning permission to demolish the log cabin and erect a house in the grounds (Ref: TM/15/03921/FL - 'demolition of log cabin and stable building, removal of hard surfaced parking areas and erection of a contemporary designed dwelling with garage, access and landscaping')
  • Lapsed planning to build a contemporary dwelling in the grounds

Description

This utterly charming period property, Mount Offham, boasts elegantly proportioned accommodation and is situated within extensive gardens and grounds, featuring a swimming pool, tennis court, and equestrian facilities. The property has a rich history, having been owned by the Rhodes family, cousins of Queen Elizabeth II, and later by Baron Plunkett, who added ornate features such as glazing bars, cornices, and marble fireplaces. The house has been lovingly maintained and features a wealth of period details, including high ceilings, exposed wooden and tiled flooring, sash windows, and original window shutters. The immaculate gardens and grounds include a lake, paved terraces, and a parterre, while the equestrian facilities comprise a stable block, barn, and manège. The property is perfect for both family living and formal entertaining, offering a range of versatile spaces, including a traditional kitchen, stylish bathroom suites, and a magnificent orangery.