GRAHAM JOHNM A K E L I F E S P E C I A L

A converted oast houseEnjoying views over the Vale of Kent

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The Details

Rural location

Views

Entrance hall

Roundel living room

Kitchen/dining room

5 bedrooms

Bathroom

Shower room

Cloakroom

Garage

Oil fired central heating

Life in a country lane is always going to be special, when you get to enjoy the sort of views this home does, it becomes almost magical.

Our clients fell in love with this home the moment

they walked throught the door, they’d decided to buy

it even before they’d been upstairs. It may sound a

little rash and yet, through the years, we’ve always

found that the heart leads people to the best homes.

Certainly, this has been a happy one for this family of

four. The oast ticked some very important boxes, ones

hard to satisfy elsewhere.

The primary feature when they were moving way back

when, was to find somewhere quiet, away from busy

roads. A little country lane where traffic was light and

you weren’t going to notice another nearby major

thoroughfare was always going to be a challenge

to find. They then made it an even bigger challenge

when it also had to be near a school; how fabulous

was this then to be within a simple walk of Sutton

Valence School, less than a mile.

Other things on their wish list? Access to London for

work would always be a need. They love to entertain

so it had to be somewhere interesting and they

wanted a home with some character.

Walking around you’ll see why they fell in love. It’s

actually a home that reveals its secrets in stages,

somewhere that changes character with the time

of day and the seasons. It is a home that manages

to surprise you and you will find yourself stopping,

pausing for a moment as your imagination whirrs

away. How will you use a room? What was a living

room become the current owners’ main bedroom,

that’s right and what a room it is.

An iconic rural image

Delightful views in the distance

Delightfully individual

a home that has country charm and modern ease

Explore outside, on a still summers eve, near dusk, to

be sat at a table with friends and watch the light change

the tones of the countryside that stretches away into the

distance is magical. So much so that we had to schedule

a photo shoot to capture it, we may have lingered over

that one longer than necessary but when you see the

view first hand you’ll understand why.

There are plenty of rooms for a family to spread out in, as

bedrooms, office, play room, library, use them how best

suits you. It is a home that brings a family together, chat

in the kitchen, breakfast round the table and watching

TV sat in a roundel always seems to add to a sense of

togetherness.

It’s quiet here, rural and yet as we already mentioned,

beautiful Sutton Valance is just down the lane. Headcorn

is close by too. Explore a little further and you will find so

much to enjoy. Hamlets, villages, delightful countryside

and Maidstone for shopping. Europe is an easy journey

from Ashford International Station.

For those of you who want to escape, to enjoy life in that

country lane, to have history and convenience on your

doorstep and to be able to sit and enjoy a view across the

Vale of Kent and Weald, delightful Kentish countryside,

well this home has to be one you choose to see.

Roundels make for interesting rooms

This home is available for viewing by appointment

through Graham John Estate Agents.

+44 (0)1303 474101

Email: property@grahamjohn.com

www.grahamjohn.com

With three storey accommodation

there is plenty of space and three

lovely roundel rooms. Each has a

different character and different

owners have used the space in

varying ways.

A home that flows naturally

For family gatherings

One of the charms of a home like this, for us, is that blend of

character, some beams, some brickwork and the benefits of modern

life mixed in. This is a home that has a contemporary feel yet a strong

foot in the traditional too.

Who wouldn’t love the idea of sleeping in a Roundel?

Important notice. Graham John and their clients give notice that 1) They are not authorised to make or give any representations or

warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise.

They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any

offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2) Any areas, measurements or distances are

approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed

that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Graham John have not tested and services,

equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise.

Bedroom or living room, the choice is yours

Everyone gets a fabulous bedroom

We did say everyone

A collection of converted working buildings makes

for a delightful setting and close knit community.

For the owners a big part of life here has been

about peace and quiet. This small rural community

feels truly tucked out of the way yet is incredibly

accessible.

It’s that combination of peace and quiet with the

opportunity to look out across the Vale of Kent that

wows visitors here. ■

Those stunning views are enjoyed from the

terraced garden and evening drinks are always

going to be something special here.

Kent in all its glory