House For Sale £725,000
A delightful attached barn conversion wth glorious views in a tucked away location yet only 1.7 miles from Headcorn Station
Leighbridge Barn is a delightful attached unlisted period barn presenting attractive herringbone brick and tile hung elevations under a slate tiled roof. The building dates from the 17th century and converted two years ago to provide versatile and well presented accommodation.
The conversion was thoughtfully planned to retain the inherent character of the original building and there are some fine oak beams on display. These are complemented by new custom built oak joinery, panelled doors with cast iron furniture and vaulted ceilings overhead. The aluminium framed double glazed windows are a chic addition and afford good levels of natural light.
There is under-floor heating on the ground floor set beneath smart travertine floor tiles and mellow oak flooring. Some intriguing features on display include vintage Kilner jars providing portholes in the north wall, walk on glass flooring and triangular internal windows. The front of the property benefits from far reaching views over farmland and there are pretty garden and pond views from other aspects.
The adaptable accommodation is arranged on two floors, with four bedrooms in all. Two are on the ground floor creating numerous opportunities for alternative use and the potential to create a ground floor master suite, granny annexe or home office (subject to planning).
A generous parking and turning area is provided at the front of the property and at the rear, a charming informal private garden. This comprises a south west facing paved patio and pathway leading around the shared pond to an area of fenced lawn providing ample space for family games and summer parties. The pond encourages a host of wildlife visitors into the garden and provides an enchanting focal point year round. There are a number of established trees under planted with daffodils, bluebells and primroses, creating lovely spring vistas.
Features
- Double aspect sitting/dining room with wood-burning stove, tall picture windows and rural views
- Bespoke oak staircase with glazed panels leading to double height vaulted landing and L shaped gallery with study area
- Kitchen/breakfast room incorporating a range of smart fitted cabinets with timber worktops and matching island unit - integral appliances: Fridge, freezer, dishwasher, electric cooker, hob and extractor
- Good sized utility room with matching fitted cabinets and ample space for appliances
- Ground floor shower room with modern white suite including walk in shower and heated towel rail
- Two ground floor bedrooms sharing ‘Jack and Jill’ contemporary wet room
- Two 1st floor double aspect vaulted bedrooms
- Luxury family bathroom with freestanding tub, heated towel rail and complementary tiling
- Delightful garden with paved patio, natural pond and generous parking for several vehicles
Situation
Leighbridge Barn is set in a rural, yet not isolated location and benefits from far reaching views over open countryside to Sutton Valence and beyond. Nearby Headcorn provides a good range of local and independent shops, Sainsbury’s Local supermarket, primary school and mainline station. The County Town of Maidstone offers comprehensive shops, supermarkets, restaurants and facilities.
There are a range of schools catering for children of all ages nearby including Headcorn Primary School, Sutton Valence Schools, Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre in Tenterden and numerous secondary and grammar schools in Maidstone.
Headcorn Station provides services to London Bridge, Cannon Street and Charing Cross with journey times from under an hour and Ashford International offers journeys to the Continent and a high speed services into London St Pancras with travel time from just 37 minutes. The M20 links to the M25 for Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and to the City.
Headcorn 1.7 miles
M20 7 miles
Maidstone 9 miles
Ashford International 16 miles
(All distances are approximate)
Property information
- Services: Shared (individually metered) oil fired central heating. Mains water and electricity. Shared private drainage.
- Local Authority: Maidstone Borough Council.
- Council Tax band (2019/20): F.
- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.
- Strictly by appointment through Jackson-Stops. Tel:
Leighbridge Barn is a delightful attached unlisted period barn presenting attractive herringbone brick and tile hung elevations under a slate tiled roof. The building dates from the 17th century and converted two years ago to provide versatile and well presented accommodation.
The conversion was thoughtfully planned to retain the inherent character of the original building and there are some fine oak beams on display. These are complemented by new custom built oak joinery, panelled doors with cast iron furniture and vaulted ceilings overhead. The aluminium framed double glazed windows are a chic addition and afford good levels of natural light.
There is under-floor heating on the ground floor set beneath smart travertine floor tiles and mellow oak flooring. Some intriguing features on display include vintage Kilner jars providing portholes in the north wall, walk on glass flooring and triangular internal windows. The front of the property benefits from far reaching views over farmland and there are pretty garden and pond views from other aspects.
The adaptable accommodation is arranged on two floors, with four bedrooms in all. Two are on the ground floor creating numerous opportunities for alternative use and the potential to create a ground floor master suite, granny annexe or home office (subject to planning).
A generous parking and turning area is provided at the front of the property and at the rear, a charming informal private garden. This comprises a south west facing paved patio and pathway leading around the shared pond to an area of fenced lawn providing ample space for family games and summer parties. The pond encourages a host of wildlife visitors into the garden and provides an enchanting focal point year round. There are a number of established trees under planted with daffodils, bluebells and primroses, creating lovely spring vistas.
Features
- Double aspect sitting/dining room with wood-burning stove, tall picture windows and rural views
- Bespoke oak staircase with glazed panels leading to double height vaulted landing and L shaped gallery with study area
- Kitchen/breakfast room incorporating a range of smart fitted cabinets with timber worktops and matching island unit - integral appliances: Fridge, freezer, dishwasher, electric cooker, hob and extractor
- Good sized utility room with matching fitted cabinets and ample space for appliances
- Ground floor shower room with modern white suite including walk in shower and heated towel rail
- Two ground floor bedrooms sharing ‘Jack and Jill’ contemporary wet room
- Two 1st floor double aspect vaulted bedrooms
- Luxury family bathroom with freestanding tub, heated towel rail and complementary tiling
- Delightful garden with paved patio, natural pond and generous parking for several vehicles
Situation
Leighbridge Barn is set in a rural, yet not isolated location and benefits from far reaching views over open countryside to Sutton Valence and beyond. Nearby Headcorn provides a good range of local and independent shops, Sainsbury’s Local supermarket, primary school and mainline station. The County Town of Maidstone offers comprehensive shops, supermarkets, restaurants and facilities.
There are a range of schools catering for children of all ages nearby including Headcorn Primary School, Sutton Valence Schools, Homewood School and Sixth Form Centre in Tenterden and numerous secondary and grammar schools in Maidstone.
Headcorn Station provides services to London Bridge, Cannon Street and Charing Cross with journey times from under an hour and Ashford International offers journeys to the Continent and a high speed services into London St Pancras with travel time from just 37 minutes. The M20 links to the M25 for Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and to the City.
Headcorn 1.7 miles
M20 7 miles
Maidstone 9 miles
Ashford International 16 miles
(All distances are approximate)
Property information
- Services: Shared (individually metered) oil fired central heating. Mains water and electricity. Shared private drainage.
- Local Authority: Maidstone Borough Council.
- Council Tax band (2019/20): F.
- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.
- Strictly by appointment through Jackson-Stops. Tel:
