Price changed to £1,250,000
October 7, 2024
Listed for £1,350,000
June 10, 2024
£1,250,000 - £1,350,000 Guide Price. Elegant four/ five bedroom Grade II Listed residence.
Large country style kitchen + three spacious receptions and study. Guest suite with spiral staircase.
Abound with period features. Outbuildings with development potential. Beautiful formal gardens & paddocks of approx. four acres. Double garage & extensive parking. Excellent road & rail networks. Highly regarded schooling options.
Bells Farm: Where Timeless Elegance Meets Contemporary Comfort
Fine and Country present Bells Farm, nestled amidst four acres of enchanting grounds, this unique home proudly stands as a Grade II family residence, where timeless elegance meets contemporary comfort, boasting four/five-bedrooms this inspired sanctuary offers not just a home but an appealing lifestyle, with numerous outbuildings there is great potential for development, while idyllically surrounded by the picturesque beauty of the Kentish Countryside.
Heritage & Craftsmanship:
The story of Bells Farm begins centuries ago, with its origins believed to trace back to the 1600s, the historic character is evident in the graceful front elevation with attractive weatherboarding, complemented by the mellow brick additions to the rear of the home, added in the 1970s. Inside, the heritage is tastefully preserved and thoughtfully enhanced, creating a residence that pays homage to its past while embracing the present.
Inviting Spaces For Every Occasion:
As you step inside, you'll be greeted by light and spacious rooms, an ideal canvas for creating cherished memories with friends and family. This home effortlessly balances open spaces perfect for entertaining with intimate areas designed for relaxation and reflection. Every corner tells a story, with leaded light windows, ancient beams and inglenook fireplaces providing a warm and inviting atmosphere. A boot room adds a practical touch, ensuring that muddy wellies and dog paws are no inconvenience.
Culinary Delights and Dining Grandeur:
The heart of the home is the large kitchen/breakfast room, a space adorned with bespoke cabinetry, a generously sized pantry and Aga, perfectly blending modern convenience with classic charm, while an external utility room caters to everyday needs. The imposing formal dining room invites you to host more formal gatherings, while a double-aspect reception room with French doors connects seamlessly with the delightful formal garden. A second reception room/snug and a study cater to various lifestyles, making this residence as versatile as it is elegant.
Private Sanctuaries:
Ascending the staircase, the first floor unveils three double bedrooms, served by an opulent family bathroom. The principal bedroom boasts a double aspect and an exposed brick feature fireplace, exuding character and comfort. The adjacent dressing room or fifth bedroom, as per your preference, adds versatility. A generous fourth bedroom awaits on the second floor, while the guest-suite, complete with luxurious en-suite facilities, offers a secluded retreat accessed via its own spiral staircase.
Enchanted Gardens & Grounds:
Bells Farm is more than a residence, it's an oasis of natural beauty set amidst meticulously manicured formal gardens, and a canvas that celebrates the changing seasons. With two paddocks and stabling, the property caters for equestrian pursuits while extending across approximately four acres. An enchanting stream meanders through fine lawns, shaded by mature specimen trees. Prolifically well-stocked flower beds showcase herbaceous plants and assorted roses, filling the air with their sweet fragrance.
Opportunities Await:
Additional outbuildings comprised of two barns, boast over 2,600 square feet of versatile space, offering exciting potential for development into annexed accommodation (subject to acquiring planning permission) or for those with car or motorcycle collections, complete with separate road access.
Garaging & Parking:
Secure parking is assured with a detached double garage, while a substantial sweeping driveway accommodates numerous vehicles with grace, featuring a large turning circle.
Location & Lifestyle:
Bells Farm is enviably situated in a private and serene setting, yet offers convenient access to some of the regions finest schooling, with a wealth of amenities within easy reach. Sutton Valence and its surrounding parish is a quite stunning location that sits to the south of Maidstone in an elevated position affording far reaching and inspirational views across the Weald. Local amenities in the area include village shops, a beautiful church, two hairdressers, two well regarded public houses, a doctor's surgery, playing fields, the village hall, two local golf courses and local fuel stations. The nearby village of Headcorn affords a more comprehensive range of shopping facilities and eateries, while the county town of Maidstone with it's array of attractions is also conveniently located just a short drive away.
For those requiring schooling facilities, the renowned Sutton Valence private school is very close by, as is a private preparatory school for younger children. A wide range of state primary and secondary schools can be found in the area. In addition Maidstone offers a choice of selective Grammar Schools
The location also benefits from having excellent transport links, there is a choice of mainline stations within a short drive - typical journey times to central London are approximately one hour. Additionally, the motorway network is comfortably close with the M20 providing easy access to London, the Channel Ports, the Channel Tunnel terminus at Cheriton and the international high speed rail terminus at Ashford.
Freehold
Council Tax Band G
EPC Rating F
Standard Broadband and Superfast Fibre Broadband are available at the property for more information please look online
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Neighbouring farmer has tractor access along far side of one field
Services Connected Electric / Mains Water / Cable Tv or Satellite / Phone / Broadband
Drainage is via private cesspool - Unknown if this complies with current legislation - Professional advice should be sought
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