- Extended Detached Former Oast House +
- Four Bedrooms +
- Three Reception Rooms +
- Kitchen Breakfast Dining Room +
- Bathroom & Two En Suite Showrooms +
- 1.5 Acre Plot with Various Elements +
- Paddock Potential +
- Various Outbuildings +
- Double Garage +
- Workshop / Gym / Office / Garden Room +
GUIDE PRICE £1,100,000 - £1,200,000
The Oast House enjoys an idyllic position along Billet Hill, surrounded by open farmland and uninterrupted countryside on the edge of Ash. Believed to date back to the 1800s, this handsome square oast once played a vital role in Kent’s hop-drying tradition before its careful conversion into a striking country home. Nearly thirty years ago, the present owners embarked on a sensitive restoration, breathing new life into the building while celebrating its rural heritage through the retention of original flintwork, exposed timbers and traditional detailing.
Stepping inside, the house immediately combines a sense of warmth and space. The impressive family kitchen is the focal point of the home, beautifully fitted with bespoke cabinetry, a central island and comfortable dining area, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Double doors open directly to the patio, drawing in natural light and connecting seamlessly with the gardens. The sitting room is an inviting retreat featuring a wood-burning stove and exposed brickwork, while the adjoining sunroom makes the most of the south-facing aspect and garden views throughout the year. A further snug provides an intimate space for reading or relaxation, and the versatile ground-floor bedroom and bathroom offer flexibility for guests or extended family.
The first floor reveals three further bedrooms and well-appointed bathrooms, each finished to a high standard and showcasing vaulted ceilings, character beams and carefully chosen fittings. Every room feels individual yet in keeping with the building’s period charm.
The grounds extend to around one and a half acres, thoughtfully landscaped to include lawns, mature borders and secluded seating areas. The outdoor kitchen and entertaining terrace capture the best of the evening sun, while a separate area is devoted to productive gardening with raised beds, ponds and open paddock-style space. Practical additions include an external laundry and boiler room, a substantial oak-framed double garage and a collection of outbuildings offering excellent potential for a home office, gym or workshop.
The Oast House represents a rare opportunity to purchase a unique, unlisted period property whose heritage, craftsmanship and setting together create a home of exceptional quality. Properties of this calibre in such a picturesque and accessible location are seldom available, and early viewing is strongly advised.