Smarden Road, Biddenden, Ashford... 6 bed detached house for sale

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Smarden Road, Biddenden, Ashford... 6 bed detached house for sale

Smarden Road, Biddenden, Ashford, Kent, TN27
£5,500,000

Our Summary

  • The house, which has been dated to 1419, has half-timbered brick and weatherboard elevations under mainly tiled roofs and is partially jettied to both front and rear with flying posts in both the central recesses to both front and rear of the building with later additions at the back of the house
  • Subject to the necessary planning consents it is considered that the Local Authority might look sympathetically on an application to convert to ancillary accommodation

Description

Vane Court Estate is a stunning Grade II* listed house situated in 67 acres of gardens, park, and arable land, boasting a range of farm buildings and a valuable residential development. The property, dated back to 1419, features half-timbered brick and weatherboard elevations, with a unique flying post design. The interior boasts beautifully preserved original features, including oak staircases, inglenook fireplaces, and ornate woodwork. The property includes a range of impressive rooms, including a principal suite, a study/gym, and a family room, as well as a sun-kissed loggia and a heated swimming pool. The estate also features tennis courts, a water garden, and a pond, surrounded by formal gardens and established hedging. With planning consent granted for the conversion of two redundant barns into either a single dwelling or two independent homes, Vane Court Estate offers a unique opportunity to restore and develop this historic property. Located on the outskirts of Biddenden, the estate is close to Headcorn, Tenterden, and Ashford, with excellent commuter links to London and the surrounding countryside.