- Converted former school +
- Delightful village setting +
- Far reaching views +
- Atmospheric accommodation +
- Impressive sitting room +
- Master bedroom with timbered vaulted ceiling +
- Gardens, drive and garage. +
This striking Grade II Listed property was built in 1845 and opened as a school in 1846. After
closing in 1991 the property was converted for residential use becoming the home that it is
today. Displaying many features from high ceilings to exposed beams and fireplaces to ornate
windows, this unique family home occupies a prominent position in the sought-after village
of Kilndown.
The accommodation consists of a triple aspect sitting room with log burning stove, wood
panelling and exposed floorboards, a double aspect dining room with fireplace, wood
panelling and exposed floorboards, a conservatory, a double aspect kitchen with Aga and
door to the outside, a utility room with door to outside and a shower room on the ground
floor.
On the first floor the triple aspect principal bedroom is vaulted with exposed beams and a
double aspect bathroom, there are three additional double bedrooms and a family bathroom.
A gate in the stone wall leads across the mature garden to the front door. The enclosed garden
to the rear is laid to lawn with a paved terrace and established planting.
The driveway and garage are approached via Rogers Rough Road, a gate opens from the parking onto a path across the garden.
The village of Kilndown is located just outside the popular village of Goudhurst with its variety
of village shops.
Kilndown boasts a local public house renowned for its food, a pretty Church, the Quarry Centre and a Village Hall which offers Adult Education Classes.
In addition to Cranbrook School, there are other excellent public and state schools for children
of all ages, including Bethany, Benenden School, St Ronans and Dulwich Prep School in the
area.
Kilndown is conveniently situated for access to the A21, London and the South Coast. Rail
links to London from nearby Paddock Wood, Marden and Staplehurst (London Bridge approx.
50-55 minutes).