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This extraordinary Grade II-listed house in Sandwich, Kent has its roots in the 16th century, when it is believed to have been home to jurat William Crispe. Its interiors have been thoughtfully restored by its current antique dealer owners, who have used reclaimed materials throughout to preserve its unique character. A pretty courtyard garden is tucked at the rear of the house, which is just a few minutes' walk from the town's historic quay. Sandwich rail station is a ten-minute walk away, and runs regular services to London in approximately 90 minutes.

Setting the Scene

A busy medieval port town, Sandwich’s development slowed following the siltation of the Wantsum Channel, resulting in a streetscape that has little changed since the Middle Ages.

This handsome house is part of a row of houses that dates from the 16th century. It is thought to have been built for local jurat William Crispe, who bequeathed it to his wife and surviving heirs upon his death. In the 18th century, a stretch of houses including this one was owned by the Kite family; some were used as storehouses and barns, while others were used as dwellings.

It is likely that in years gone by, the house was connected to the one next to it, as evidenced by old doorways found in the walls on the first floor, presumably leading to a landing at the head of the original staircase. An original painting, dating from the 1570 and discovered by the current owners, offers a glimpse into the cultural aspirations of the Elizabethan period as well as a rare insight into the domestic interiors of the gentry class.

The Grand Tour

This characterful house sits on the edge of Upper Strand Street and Quay Lane; the latter is a pretty cobbled lane that is home to Fisher Gate, the only surviving original medieval town gate in Sandwich. On the house’s façade, neat stuccoed walls on its lower level are complemented by white-painted weatherboarding above.

Inside, a light-filled entrance hall has pretty clay tiling underfoot. A spacious living room sits to its left, and has a pretty inglenook fireplace with log burner. On one side, the house’s original brick and plasterwork has been exposed, providing a fascinating glimpse of days gone by.

In the kitchen, painted timber beams run overhead. Here, intricate blue and white tiles adorn a section of the wall, and there is an Bertazzoni range oven. A glass-panelled door leads from the kitchen to the courtyard, and the space is further illuminated by a large sash window. A handy pantry cupboard has been painted in mustard yellow, and there is an alcove with space for a fridge freezer.

To the rear, a smart utility room has a butler sink with brass fittings, and a WC has been painted and wallpapered in shades of blue and white. A study with built-in storage is found next to the kitchen.

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