6 bed property for sale

Washenden Manor, Biddenden, Kent TN27

An enchanting small estate in a hidden, secluded setting in the Weald of Kent with a moated 6 bedroom farmhouse, detached 3 bedroom converted oast and Kent barn & 62.67 acres of pasture land. The farm is within a ring fence and extends to nearly 85 acres.

The Grade II Listed Washenden Manor occupies a truly magnificent private position within its own ring fence in the heart of the Kentish Weald. One of Kents hidden gems and the epitome of a Kentish small holding, the Manor is located down a private sweeping driveway serving the farmstead with a large Kent Barn, as well as a detached Grade II Listed Oast house that has been converted into a separate dwelling. The land and woodland on the holding encircle the main residential elements of the property providing security, tranquillity and seclusion. The property has been modernised, developed, and cherished over the past 15 years during the Vendors ownership and it is now time for a new owner to enjoy the property’s location, potential and security over the years to come.

The Grade Manor has 17th century origins and has been carefully restored and modernised by the current owners to become a beautifully presented 6 bedroom family home in an idyllic location. The property comprises, Sitting Room, Study, Family Room, 3 W/Cs, Breakfast Room, Kitchen, Pantry, Boot Room, Utility Room, 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms. The total gross internal area of the Manor is 4.530ft2. Outside, the gardens are lawned, matured and bedded to the front, sides and rear. To the rear of the Manor there is Terraced Area along with a landscaped Vegetable Garden with raised beds and greenhouse and Veranda with foot access across the moat to the agricultural land to the south.

The Oast was originally converted to be used as a holiday let but in recent years has been let out on Assured Shorthold Tenancy terms. Situated just to the east of the Manor and converted to a high specification throughout accommodation comprises Sitting Room, Kitchen / Diner, Utility Room, 3 Bedrooms and Family Bathroom. In addition, there are Airing Cupboards and storage space within the eaves. Outside and attached is a Double Garage as well as a Farm Workshop both occupied in hand by the Vendor. The gross internal area for the Oast is 2,364ft2. The property is currently rented under Assured Shorthold Tenancy terms.

Listed in its own right, the Kent Barn at Washenden provides an opportunity to create a fabulous party barn or further dwelling if needed with far reaching views to the rear. The Barn has a gross internal area of 2,213ft2 and occupies a position in the centre of the property. It is currently used as a general purpose agricultural machinery and implement store for the holding but planning policy could support conversion into ancillary accommodation, residential or commercial depending on the owner’s requirements.

The pasture land surrounding Washenden Manor extends to a total of 62.67 acres. The land is classified as Grade III on the agricultural land classification plan for England and Wales and is farmed under a grazing license. The current license runs until the 31st March 2025 with a single months’ notice after six months of the term if vacant possession is required. The land has been in an environmental scheme and well managed over the last 15 years and maintained to a high standard. It is currently entered into a Sustainable Farming Incentive Scheme.

There is a stable building comprising of 3 Loose Boxes and a Tack Room, set in a small concrete post and rail fenced yard not under the grazing license. The paddocks around the house are outside the farming agreement. In addition, there are 2 Field Shelters for stock or horses.

The majority of the woodland at Washenden is situated at the northern end of the property either side of the access drive. The woodland mainly comprises natural broadleaved species including Hornbeam, Silver Birch, Beech with some Oak standards scattered throughout and extends in total to 17.78 acres. The woodland has a carpet of Bluebells in the spring with signs of Wood Anemone and Primrose throughout. A small brook runs from west to east through the centre of the woodland creating yet another feature.

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