House For Sale £890,000
A generously proportioned period property full of character features, positioned in its own large gardens enjoying rural views. *No Chain*
Situation
The property is excellently located on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Elham, at the heart of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty; over which there is a wealth of walks, rides and cycle routes. The nearby villages of Elham and Barham boast a variety of amenities including primary schools’, doctors’ surgery, tea rooms, churches, public houses, post office facilities and general stores. Both have village halls plus other recreational facilities. There is a bus service running through the valley giving access, to the north, to the Cathedral City of Canterbury and also, to the south, to the Channel Tunnel town of Folkestone and Ancient Cinque Port Town of Hythe on the coast, together with high-speed main line train services to London St Pancras, with the travel time to the capital down to some 60 minutes.
The Property
The Palm Tree Inn is a grade II listed former Coaching Inn with a fascinating history that dates back to around the 18th century.
It was originally built as a Georgian Farmhouse. Around 1728 when, the then owner was granted a license to sell ales from the premises. In 1806 it was purchased by a local seaman who travelled on one of Captain Cook's ships and visited the Hawaiian Islands where Palm Trees were sighted, hence the name.
Now in 2022 it still boasts its original impressive features which include, timbers and exposed beams as well as open fireplaces and wood floors. It is considered a sizeable family property with the added option of a self contained annexe if desired.
This really is a property that must be viewed in order to be fully appreciated, not only for the obvious charm and character, but also for the amount of space inside and outside.
Entrance Porch
Drawing Room (15' 8'' x 13' 3'' (4.77m x 4.04m))
Sitting/Dining Room (27' 8'' x 11' 8'' (8.43m x 3.55m))
Kitchen (18' 1'' x 13' 9'' (5.51m x 4.19m))
Family Room (31' 11'' x 26' 0'' (9.72m x 7.92m))
Bar Kitchen (10' 5'' x 7' 3'' (3.17m x 2.21m))
Utility (8' 8'' x 6' 0'' (2.64m x 1.83m))
Shower Room (10' 1'' x 9' 5'' (3.07m x 2.87m))
Bedroom Five (10' 0'' x 8' 10'' (3.05m x 2.69m))
Bedroom One (16' 3'' x 13' 8'' (4.95m x 4.16m))
Bedroom Two (16' 2'' x 10' 8'' (4.92m x 3.25m))
Bedroom Three (16' 3'' x 10' 2'' (4.95m x 3.10m))
Bedroom Four (15' 11'' x 7' 10'' (4.85m x 2.39m))
Bathroom (12' 6'' x 6' 5'' (3.81m x 1.95m))
Cellar (15' 11'' x 9' 11'' (4.85m x 3.02m))
Out Building (6' 7'' x 5' 3'' (2.01m x 1.60m))
Garage (32' 7'' x 15' 5'' (9.92m x 4.70m))
Outside
The gardens are approx. 2/3rds of an acre and principally positioned at the rear of the property. Essentially being open plan and laid to lawn with a wealth of established and varied trees and shrubs. A large sun terrace wraps around the front and rear providing an area in which to enjoy the open views and the gardens.
There is a cellar and a large garage, although, this is now used as a useful workshop and generous storage room. The parking is gated and could easily accommodate a large number of vehicles of all shape and size.
What The Vendors Love About The Palm Tree Inn
It’s rural living at its best. We have all the tranquility of living in the countryside, but it’s so well connected with the number 17 bus stopping just outside so our boys could hop on to school in Folkestone and Canterbury (just 20 mins in each direction) and be dropped off directly outside.
You never feel isolated, you truly have the best of both worlds!
We are fully encircled by nature set in around 2/3rds of an acre, surrounded by farmland and woodland walks with a seasonal stream that flows at the bottom of the garden. It is a haven for any bird watcher, nature lover, keen gardener or hiker.
Being steeped in history we have always tried to preserve every last quirky feature that makes The Palm Tree what it is, a very unique and enviable place to call home.
We hope that the next custodians will feel the same way and treasure it too. It’s going to be very difficult for us to live in a “normal“ house ever again and we will miss it so much.
Situation
The property is excellently located on the outskirts of the picturesque village of Elham, at the heart of the Kent Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty; over which there is a wealth of walks, rides and cycle routes. The nearby villages of Elham and Barham boast a variety of amenities including primary schools’, doctors’ surgery, tea rooms, churches, public houses, post office facilities and general stores. Both have village halls plus other recreational facilities. There is a bus service running through the valley giving access, to the north, to the Cathedral City of Canterbury and also, to the south, to the Channel Tunnel town of Folkestone and Ancient Cinque Port Town of Hythe on the coast, together with high-speed main line train services to London St Pancras, with the travel time to the capital down to some 60 minutes.
The Property
The Palm Tree Inn is a grade II listed former Coaching Inn with a fascinating history that dates back to around the 18th century.
It was originally built as a Georgian Farmhouse. Around 1728 when, the then owner was granted a license to sell ales from the premises. In 1806 it was purchased by a local seaman who travelled on one of Captain Cook's ships and visited the Hawaiian Islands where Palm Trees were sighted, hence the name.
Now in 2022 it still boasts its original impressive features which include, timbers and exposed beams as well as open fireplaces and wood floors. It is considered a sizeable family property with the added option of a self contained annexe if desired.
This really is a property that must be viewed in order to be fully appreciated, not only for the obvious charm and character, but also for the amount of space inside and outside.
Entrance Porch
Drawing Room (15' 8'' x 13' 3'' (4.77m x 4.04m))
Sitting/Dining Room (27' 8'' x 11' 8'' (8.43m x 3.55m))
Kitchen (18' 1'' x 13' 9'' (5.51m x 4.19m))
Family Room (31' 11'' x 26' 0'' (9.72m x 7.92m))
Bar Kitchen (10' 5'' x 7' 3'' (3.17m x 2.21m))
Utility (8' 8'' x 6' 0'' (2.64m x 1.83m))
Shower Room (10' 1'' x 9' 5'' (3.07m x 2.87m))
Bedroom Five (10' 0'' x 8' 10'' (3.05m x 2.69m))
Bedroom One (16' 3'' x 13' 8'' (4.95m x 4.16m))
Bedroom Two (16' 2'' x 10' 8'' (4.92m x 3.25m))
Bedroom Three (16' 3'' x 10' 2'' (4.95m x 3.10m))
Bedroom Four (15' 11'' x 7' 10'' (4.85m x 2.39m))
Bathroom (12' 6'' x 6' 5'' (3.81m x 1.95m))
Cellar (15' 11'' x 9' 11'' (4.85m x 3.02m))
Out Building (6' 7'' x 5' 3'' (2.01m x 1.60m))
Garage (32' 7'' x 15' 5'' (9.92m x 4.70m))
Outside
The gardens are approx. 2/3rds of an acre and principally positioned at the rear of the property. Essentially being open plan and laid to lawn with a wealth of established and varied trees and shrubs. A large sun terrace wraps around the front and rear providing an area in which to enjoy the open views and the gardens.
There is a cellar and a large garage, although, this is now used as a useful workshop and generous storage room. The parking is gated and could easily accommodate a large number of vehicles of all shape and size.
What The Vendors Love About The Palm Tree Inn
It’s rural living at its best. We have all the tranquility of living in the countryside, but it’s so well connected with the number 17 bus stopping just outside so our boys could hop on to school in Folkestone and Canterbury (just 20 mins in each direction) and be dropped off directly outside.
You never feel isolated, you truly have the best of both worlds!
We are fully encircled by nature set in around 2/3rds of an acre, surrounded by farmland and woodland walks with a seasonal stream that flows at the bottom of the garden. It is a haven for any bird watcher, nature lover, keen gardener or hiker.
Being steeped in history we have always tried to preserve every last quirky feature that makes The Palm Tree what it is, a very unique and enviable place to call home.
We hope that the next custodians will feel the same way and treasure it too. It’s going to be very difficult for us to live in a “normal“ house ever again and we will miss it so much.
