Brockett Farm is a stunning Georgian farmhouse located in the picturesque hamlet of Reading Street, on the outskirts of Tenterden.
With its charming period features and rich history, Brockett Farm is full of character and one of the few unlisted properties in the hamlet.
Dating back to circa 1780-1800, this beautifully presented home is thoughtfully designed across three floors, offering spacious and homely accommodation with three reception rooms and four bedrooms.
The current owner has enhanced the exterior of the property, including fresh paint, an additional gravel driveway near the backdoor, a generously sized greenhouse and log store.
Set within approximately three acres of grounds, the property enjoys idyllic countryside views and features beautiful gardens, an orchard, stables, paddocks, and ample outdoor space.
FEATURES
– Partially vaulted triple aspect kitchen/breakfast room with underfloor heating
– Kitchen with modern units, double oven, induction hob, dishwasher and water filter surround a large breakfast bar with seating and storage
– Utility area comprising of a second sink and space for a second fridge and washing appliances
– Dining room with inglenook fireplace and working wood burner
– Sitting room which boasts another inglenook fireplace and a wood burner
– Small cloakroom with WC and basin
– Steps down to a wet cellar accessed from the hallway
– Rear entrance lobby offering access to the rear garden, driveway and parking
– Beams separate the sitting room from a cosy snug and stairs leading up to the first floor.
– Master bedroom suite benefits from a modern and bright ensuite shower room as well as a fireplace and dressing room
– Second first floor double bedroom with built in wardrobes and a large useful airing cupboard
– Modern family bathroom with a large shower, a full bath, vanity basin and WC
– Two further double bedrooms are situated on the second floor via their own staircase, one of which is being used as a study; both have built in wardrobes and enjoy beautiful views of the countryside
– Outside, the property consists of several paddocks, adding up to around 3 acres, including an orchard and a pond
– The driveway is accessed through electric gates, leading to a spacious area at the end, where you’ll find a large double garage, parking for several cars and stabling
The property is located in the small hamlet of Reading Street, surrounded by footpaths and trails to Appledore and beyond. Reading Street is situated a short distance from the picturesque market town of Tenterden which benefits from Waitrose and Tesco supermarkets, independent shops, restaurants and amenities. There are a host of leisure and tourist attractions nearby including the Kent and East Sussex Railway, Great Dixter Gardens at Northiam, Bodiam and Sissinghurst Castles (National Trust), Chapel Down Vineyard and the coast. Further shopping and amenities can be found in the historic coastal town of Rye
Primary schools are located in Tenterden, Wittersham, Brenzett, Woodchurch and Ham Street, with secondary education available in Tenterden and Ashford. Private education is available in Battle, Robertsbridge, Cranbrook, Hawkhurst, Ashford and Sutton Valence.
Headcorn Station offers services to London Bridge, Cannon Street and Charing Cross with journey times in about an hour, whereas Ashford International operates the high-speed service to London St Pancras from just 37 minutes.
The M20 leads east to the coastal ports and the Channel Tunnel for services to Calais, and west to the M25 for links to Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted Airports.
Tenterden 3.5 miles
Rye 9 miles
Headcorn 11.8 miles
Ashford and M20 14 miles
(all distances are approximate)