9 bedroom country house for sale

LOT 1 Detached 6 bedroom dwelling finished to a high specification A self contained annexe with income potential Games room and indoor swimming pool complex Landscaped gardens, grounds and patio areas Ancient bluebell woodland and paddock land Extending in total to 12.58 acres OFFERS IN EXCESS OF - 2,250,000 LOT 2 Two cottages with holiday let consents and an income stream Agricultural grazing land & bluebell woodlands extending to 7.45 acres Productive vineyard extending to 6.89 acres Extending in total to 14.86 acres OFFERS IN EXCESS OF 500,000 LOT 2 - THE COTTAGES, VINEYARD & LAND – 14.86 ACRES The Cottages are situated just to the east of the main residence and comprise two separate holiday let units. The Old Stables is over a single storey and comprises Open Plan Living Accommodation with a single Bedroom and Bathroom with the Grooms Cottage providing Two Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms and Open Plan Living Accommodation on the ground floor. These cottages provide an additional income stream for the Vendor and have been developed to a high specification fit out similar to the Manor itself. Floor Plans showing the exact layout of the cottages are opposite and more detailed information about current and previous holiday let income is available on request GENERAL DESCRIPTION Chalksole Manor is a handsome 1920’s double fronted brick and timber beamed manor surrounded by the Kent Downs Natural Landscape. The house has been recently upgraded and modernised to a high specification whilst retaining a lot of the original features and character including fine stone and woodwork, feature fireplaces and leaded windows. Carefully and considerately maintained by the current owners, the lawns and warp-around gardens of the property have been landscaped to allow for ample space and enjoyment. There is also a leisure complex attached to the house, with an indoor heated swimming pool, steam room and gym space along with open plan office space above. The property also offers two additional cottages which are away from the main house and currently have holiday let consent, which offers an additional income stream and potential for an incoming purchaser. There is also a productive vineyard that extends to 6.89 acres. In addition, there is paddocked grassland that is currently used for the grazing of livestock and ancient bluebell woodlands that extends to 12.48 acres in total and provides the main residence with privacy. LOCATION Chalksole Manor is situated to the north of Alkham village within the Alkham Valley, which forms part of the Kent Downs National Landscape. The valley is between the coastal towns of Dover and Folkestone and is surrounded by unlimited footpaths and bridleways. Alkham village has local amenities and a popular pub, with the towns of Folkestone and Dover providing more comprehensive amenities and facilities, as well as London connections via the High Speed train network. The M20 motorway is also close by to provide both road links to London and the M25, as well as access to the Channel Tunnel. DIRECTIONS Travelling south on the M20 continue as it merges to the A20. Continue to the Hawkinge junction signing the A260. Take the first exit and continue on the A260 for 0.2 miles. Approaching the next roundabout, take the 2nd exit and continue on the Alkham Valley Road for 3.2 miles before turning left onto Slip Lane. Continue for 0.2 miles before turning right onto Warren Lane. Proceed down Warren Lane for 0.5 miles and turn left onto Chalksole Green Lane. Chalksole Manor Farm will be on your right agter 0.2 miles. CHALKSOLE MANOR & GROUNDS – 12.58 ACRES Chalksole Manor comprises a high specification detached dwelling extending to well in excess of 8,000ft2 to include the indoor leisure complex. The house is accessed via the large Reception Hall which still retains the original 1920’s stone fireplace. Access to the Wine Cellar is gained from the hall, as is the spacious and welcoming Sitting Room, formal Dining Room and large fully equipped Kitchen. All rooms enjoy unobstructed views over The Alkham Valley with large windows allowing plenty of light. The ground floor also contains further living accommodations; a Family Room, various Cloakrooms and Boot Rooms, a large Games Room with open plan Office above and Leisure Complex including indoor heated swimming pool, steam room and gym area. The First Floor of Chalksole Manor comprises Four Double Bedrooms, all of which contain fitted wardrobes, and three are ensuite along with a Family Bathroom. The Master Bedroom Suite has a walk in dressing room, large bathroom with bath, shower and twin wash hand basins along with balcony overlooking the Alkham Valley. Further stairs lead up to Second Floor, containing two separate Double Bedrooms, both with ensuite bathrooms and far reaching views. In addition to the main residence is the self contained annexe with Kitchen, Open Plan Living, a Bedroom and Bathroom on the first floor. Detailed floor plans of the exact layout are below for further information. Outside The Manor sits in beautifully presented and landscaped gardens and grounds approached from a sweeping gravelled driveway with off road parking for several vehicles as well as detached 4 bay Garage with potential. The landscaped gardens have paved terraces, herbaceous borders, topiary and feature tress leading into the bluebell wood. In addition to the garage building there is a detached character Greenhouse and Adaptable Outbuildings including workshop, log and implement store and detached Summer House in the southern end of the garden in an entertaining area with far reaching views down the valley. The grazing land is situated to the south of the main residence and comprises a 2.96 acre grass paddock. The ancient bluebell woodland known as Stonehill Wood is easily accessible from the Manor and provides security and privacy for the main residence. THE VINEYARD, LAND & WOODLAND Further east from the cottages and part of the same lot is the vineyard which is directly accessible from the road to the north. The vineyard was planted in 2007 with the standard sparkling wine/champagne varieties of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. The crop varies on a yearly basis depending on the weather but provides a significant opportunity for an incoming purchaser to expand the business. The grapes are currently produced and sold on the open market to wine producers across the country. In addition to the vineyard there is additional paddocked agricultural land. The paddock to the south of the vineyard (3.11 acres) has potential for planting with further vines if required. There is a small area of wood to the south and east of the cottages providing a break between the vineyard and holiday cottages. The overall acreage of Lot 2 including the cottages, vineyard, land and woodland is 14.86 acres. Additional paddock land and an agricultural building not included in the sale may be available by separate negotiation and adjoins this Lot.