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Great Chart, Ashford, Kent 6 bed detached house for sale
Great Chart, Ashford, Kent
£1,250,000
Great Chart, Ashford, Kent
£1,250,000
Our Summary
- The property is Grade II listed and thought to date from the 17th century, with a collection of fine rooms exuding character and charm, now in need of modernisation
- A substantial unconverted barn with attached stable block and office provides the option to run a business/work from home, or develop (subject to any necessary consents)
- The barn, stable and office are adjoined and total 1,600 sq ft of useful space; the barn was previously granted planning permission to convert into a four bed residential dwelling in 2015 which has since lapsed
Description
Goldwell Manor, a Grade II listed property, stands proudly in a rural setting with panoramic views of the Weald. Dating back to the 17th century, the house exudes character and charm, despite needing modernization. The property features a substantial unconverted barn with attached stable block and office, offering the potential to run a business or develop (subject to necessary consents). With its "Golden Well" located in the cellar, believed to have healing powers, the house has a rich history, having been featured in the Domesday book and owned by notable proprietors including the Bishop of Baieux and Sir John Goldwell. The property boasts impressive reception rooms, a 29ft reception/dining hall, and four well-proportioned double bedrooms. The garden surrounds the house, including paved terracing, rolling lawns, and meadows on split levels, with fields and paddocks beyond. The property is situated in the village of Great Chart, just outside Ashford, with excellent road and rail links to London, as well as good schools and amenities in the area.