2 bed Flat For Sale £525,000
Simon Miller & Company are delighted to present this rare opportunity to acquire one of the most prestigious and highly desirable homes within the region. This 2 bedroom former orangery is situated to the side of this elegant manor house, it is appointed on one level and has its own private entrance door. Additionally, there are impressive high ceilings, numerous period features and it has its own outside space in the form of a patio area to the side.
Grounds
Preston Hall occupies beautifully manicured and landscaped grounds of approximately 2.5 acres, comprising of formal lawns interspersed with a range of mature specimen trees, stunning sculptures and a magnificent stone fountain.
History
The apartment itself sits within the main body of Preston Hall, which is a Grade II listed manor house with origins dating to 1102AD. The manor was owned and resided in for over 400 years by the Culpeper family who were renowned for their prestigious royal connections. More recently in the early 20th century the manor was utilised as a serviceman's hospital. Its most notable resident was the author George Orwell who is reputed to have spent time recuperating within the hospital.
The manor house was converted during 2014/2015 to provide exquisite high calibre apartments and mews houses that were designed to appeal to a very select market place. Although varied in their internal layout, each property was meticulously finished and presented to the highest standards.
Location
The picturesque village of Aylesford sits on the river Medway and is just over one mile distant, offering a variety of amenities such as shops, schools, restaurants, public houses and a mainline railway station. A Marks & Spencer's is ideally located within walking distance whilst the wide ranging amenities of Maidstone are also within easy reach. Mainline Rail services offer convenient access to Ashford International, and to the Capital in under an hour whilst the M20 and M2 motorway networks are close by and enable additional access to London, the Chanel Tunnel and the Kent coast, adding yet further practicality to this idyllic location.
For those requiring schooling, this region benefits from excellent variety, with primary and secondary schools within easy reach. Private schools and a choice of grammar schools can all be found in and around Maidstone.
Material information
Share of Freehold
3.04% share
Maintenance Charges: £2,884.52
Council Tax Band (E)
Grade II Listed
EPC Rating (C)
Grounds
Preston Hall occupies beautifully manicured and landscaped grounds of approximately 2.5 acres, comprising of formal lawns interspersed with a range of mature specimen trees, stunning sculptures and a magnificent stone fountain.
History
The apartment itself sits within the main body of Preston Hall, which is a Grade II listed manor house with origins dating to 1102AD. The manor was owned and resided in for over 400 years by the Culpeper family who were renowned for their prestigious royal connections. More recently in the early 20th century the manor was utilised as a serviceman's hospital. Its most notable resident was the author George Orwell who is reputed to have spent time recuperating within the hospital.
The manor house was converted during 2014/2015 to provide exquisite high calibre apartments and mews houses that were designed to appeal to a very select market place. Although varied in their internal layout, each property was meticulously finished and presented to the highest standards.
Location
The picturesque village of Aylesford sits on the river Medway and is just over one mile distant, offering a variety of amenities such as shops, schools, restaurants, public houses and a mainline railway station. A Marks & Spencer's is ideally located within walking distance whilst the wide ranging amenities of Maidstone are also within easy reach. Mainline Rail services offer convenient access to Ashford International, and to the Capital in under an hour whilst the M20 and M2 motorway networks are close by and enable additional access to London, the Chanel Tunnel and the Kent coast, adding yet further practicality to this idyllic location.
For those requiring schooling, this region benefits from excellent variety, with primary and secondary schools within easy reach. Private schools and a choice of grammar schools can all be found in and around Maidstone.
Material information
Share of Freehold
3.04% share
Maintenance Charges: £2,884.52
Council Tax Band (E)
Grade II Listed
EPC Rating (C)
