House For Sale £1,400,000
Property Description: Stapleton is a charming Grade II listed detached house which is believed to date back to the 16th Century and is set in the beautiful surroundings of Wichling which is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The property is set in approximately 1.9 acres and is surrounded by open countryside in a picturesque location with no near neighbours. The main house includes four double bedrooms, four reception rooms and has the benefit of a detached barn which has been beautifully converted with planning permission for use a separate dwelling. The barn has a further two double bedrooms, a gorgeous open plan kitchen/reception room plus a separate living room, utility room and two bathrooms. These two properties are perfect for multi generational living and have great flexibility within their accommodation. Alternatively, they would make for a fantastic holiday let opportunity, subject to the usual consents.
Main House: Stapleton is a glorious property that includes a wealth of period features including vaulted ceilings with open beams, exposed brickwork, a huge inglenook fireplace, a wood burning stove, oak herringbone flooring, latched country internal doors, a feature well and so much more.
To the ground floor there is an entrance hall opening into a huge exposed beamed living room which is newly carpeted and has a feature brick fireplace housing a wood burning stove to warm up on those chilly winter evenings. The living room has windows on all sides giving way to stunning views across the countryside and beyond. There is a separate dining room which has oak herringbone flooring, exposed beams and a huge inglenook fireplace. From here there is access to both the kitchen and the conservatory. The kitchen is open plan to the conservatory and has a bespoke handmade range of wall and base units with granite worktops and has a wonderful original stone floor. Appliances include a magnificent AGA, Neff integrated oven and an integrated dishwasher. There is also space for an American fridge freezer. There is a separate utility room which has the original Butler sink still in place. The utility room has space and plumbing for a washing machine, as does the boot room, and access to a downstairs cloakroom. A boot room provides a great space to leave those muddy boots and shoes after a long walk and has rear door access. Both the kitchen and utility room have underfloor heating. The conservatory has a vaulted glass roof and provides wonderful views of the garden and beyond. There are French doors opening out to the garden and it has its very own piece of history with a well covered by a glass casement. There is also access to a cellar from the hallway which is a useable room.
The landing to the first floor has great views, lots of beams and a storage cupboard. The main bedroom has a built in double wardrobe and a feature exposed brick wall and beams. This bedroom has its own open en-suite shower and low level WC with a vanity corner sink. The second bedroom is just wonderful with a vaulted exposed beam ceiling and a ladder up to it’s own mezzanine floor. Both remaining bedrooms have built in wardrobes. The family bathroom is fully beamed and has a stand alone roll top bath with a shower above, high level traditional WC and a sink all with copper fittings.
Barn/Annexe: Stapleton Barn was converted in 2019 and carries the same curtilage as a Grade II Listing but doesn't have the same Grade II status which meant that many of the original features were kept during the conversion including the beams and exposed brickwork. It was built on the basis that it would be used as an addition to the main house but planning permission was originally granted for use as a holiday let, so if required this could be reapplied, subject to the usual consents. The barn is just beautiful and has been finished to a high specification with a full surround sound system, underfloor heating to the ground floor and stunning countryside views from the floor to ceiling windows. On the ground floor there is a fabulous modern open plan kitchen/dining room with a separate utility room, a double bedroom and a bathroom. The first floor has a large double bedroom with an en-suite shower room and a huge open plan living room with a vaulted ceiling and amazing views across the countryside. The barn has its own large enclosed garden together with private access and a driveway with parking for several vehicles.
Outside: The property is set off a country road with good access to the front drive. The entrance to the main house is through a high double gate and separate entrance to the barn is via a five bar gate. Further pedestrian access is also available to the rear between the gardens and pasture offering access to country walks. There is parking for several vehicles on the driveway and the barn has its own driveway. The plot is approximately 1.9 acres. The beautiful private rear garden has a mix of shingle, decked and paved areas for sitting out/entertaining with a hot tub, the rest is extensive lawns bordered by mature hedging and trees. The gardens have wonderful views of the countryside and beyond with the most amazing sunsets. There are three out outbuildings; a large double shed to house equipment, a small cabin-style building that is currently used as a gym and has full power and lastly a large wooden structure/cabin that is set up to house and care for animals. There is a substantial fenced paddock which is completely secure, has plenty of fruit trees and has it's own water supply leading from the main house - the perfect home for any livestock.
Location: The rural village of Wichling is surrounded by open countryside in a picturesque rural location on the North Downs which is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The nearest towns are Maidstone, Faversham and Ashford each with a comprehensive range of shops, schools and railway stations offering fast commuting links to London of around 1 hour. Road communications to London/M25 are very good via Junction 8 of the M20 and junction 5 of the M2. Access to the main roads and motorways can be made in either direction onto the A20 then the M20 which takes you directly north or south, or, to Faversham in the other direction for the A2 and M2.
For local amenities, Doddington is within walking distance at just 0.7 miles away and is on the main bus route. The picturesque village of Lenham, which has both a primary and a secondary school, is a short drive with various shops, schools and several well known country inns and restaurants in the surrounding hamlets. This property is also within the catchment area for Milstead Primary School. Eastling Primary School and Ospringe Primary School. The Chequers Inn in Doddington and The Carpenters Arms in Eastling are both close by with excellent reviews for food. There is also a local village shop in Doddington. There are numerous leisure facilities in the local vicinity including the Hucking Estate Woodland Trust, Leeds castle golf course and the world renowned Tourist attraction 'Leeds Castle' with it's Go Ape centre and open air cinema as well as other various sport and leisure centres. The historical town of Faversham is only 7 miles away and has it's annual Hop Festival and many shops and restaurants. Further rail links to London can be gained at Newington and Ebbsfleet International which also gives connections to the continent.
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Council Tax: Main house is council band G and the barn is council tax band C (Correct at time of marketing) To check council tax for this property, please refer to
Local Authority: Maidstone Borough Council[use Contact Agent Button]. Kent County Council -[use Contact Agent Button]
Services: Oil central heating, mains water and electricity. Klargester treatment plant emptied once a year for around £150. Both the main house and the barn have a new high spec alarm and CCTV system.
Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.
