SHIRLEY HALLLANGTON GREEN KENT

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SHIRLEY HALLLANGTON GREEN KENTLANGTON GREEN NR TUNBRIDGE WELLS KENT

Langton Green 0.5 miles Tunbridge Wells 3.6 miles Tonbridge 6 miles Sevenoaks 12.1 miles Central London 35.8 miles Biggin Hill Airport 20 miles Direct trains from Tunbridge Wells to London Bridge and Charing Cross taking from 45 minutes.

(All distances and times approximate).

Entrance hall Impressive reception hall Elegant drawing room Dining room Family room Morning room/Cinema room Large modern kitchen Orangery/Winter garden Study Gymnasium Downstairs “powder room”/shower area Extensive cellars including wine cellar.

Master bedroom suite with dressing room and bathroom 7 additional first floor bedrooms with en-suites 10 further second floor bedrooms (7 with en-suites).

2 bedroom staff flat (former billiard room).

Stable block including extensive garaging, 3 courtyard cottages which currently provide a rental income, and stables with potential for equestrian use or conversion to additional dwellings. The stable block also houses the Biomass boiler which provides cost neutral heating and hot water to the main house and cottages through Ofgem’s

Renewable Heat Incentive, valid until October 2034.

Former cattle building with planning potential Carpark which has been developed from original tennis court Parkland Farmland Mature gardens Summer house.

Planning permission submitted for new tennis court and swimming pool with pool house.

Main House about 19,742 sq ft.

Total area including cottages and stable yard – 26,089 sq ft.

In all about 33 acres.

For Sale Freehold.

A BEAUTIFULLY RESTORED GRADE II LISTED COUNTRY HOUSE IN MATURE PARKLAND GROUNDS.

SITUATIONShirley Hall stands in the middle of its own parkland grounds and is approached over a driveway of approximately 500 yards. Its rural tranquillity, rich wildlife and estate-like grounds belies its accessibility in relation to local amenities and the wider geographical region, including access to Tunbridge Wells and London.

Shopping: There is convenient day to day shopping in Langton Green, 0.5 miles away. More extensive shopping amenities are found in Tunbridge Wells 3.6 miles, Tonbridge 6 miles or Sevenoaks 12.1 miles.

Schooling: There are some outstanding schools for both boys and girls within easy daily driving distance. Senior schools include Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Benenden, Mayfield, Worth, Rodean and Sutton Valence. Further afield are Woldingham, King’s Canterbury and Eastbourne College as well as the excellent grammar schools. Preparatory schools nearby include Holmewood House, the Mead, Somerhill, Sevenoaks Preparatory School, Ashdown House and Brambletye.

Travel: The M25 lies within 15 miles via the A21 which is a dual carriageway the whole way. There are trains to both London Bridge and London Charing Cross from 45 minutes.

Airports: Gatwick Airport is 20 miles and Heathrow Airport is 57 miles with Biggin Hill Airport within 20 miles.

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SHIRLEY HALLShirley Hall is a substantial and elegant Grade II Listed country house which has been beautifully restored between 2013 and 2016. It is of a size ideal for a large family for private use and for entertaining or even part alternative use (subject to the usual consents).The complete restoration of the house has been carried out to a high standard, whilst maintaining many of the original period features and is now ideal for family living and entertaining on a grand scale.

The house is Grade II Listed being of significant historical and architectural importance and is undoubtedly one of the principal houses in the area. Dating back to the mid-19th Century with later additions and alterations, there has been only one change of ownership since 1965. The house enjoys a rich and fascinating history, and local historians report that the original foundations and its 30 foot well were recorded in the Doomsday book.

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Extending to just under 20,000 sq ft. and featuring some spectacular ground floor reception rooms, the main house has well-proportioned accommodation characterised by high ceilings and a feeling of space and light. The main reception rooms are arranged off the double height reception hall and interconnect with adjacent rooms making the layout ideal for grand scale entertaining. The orangery/winter garden is a particular attribute of the property and is a classic feature of mid-19th Century architecture living. The modern bespoke kitchen is well-equipped and has double doors leading out into the garden, and nearby is a utility room, study and gym. The substantial cellar has a wine cellar and five store rooms. A second cellar (formerly the dairy room) is located next to the rear entrance.

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The first floor is dominated by the large master bedroom/dressing room en-suite which has fine views over the gardens to the south and east. There are 7 further first floor bedrooms all with en-suites, and further 10 bedrooms on the second floor, 7 of which are en-suite.The first floor bedrooms are accessed by a grand sweeping staircase from the impressive staircase hall, and opens up onto an ornately carved, galleried landing which overlooks the entrance hall.

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Boiler Room

StoreRoom

StoreRoom

Store Room

5.82m x 4.34m19'1'' x 14'2''

DrawingRoom

Dining Room

Family Room

Morning Room

Courtyard

Bedroom

Bed

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ReceptionHall

Kitchen

Winter Garden

LivingRoom

EntranceHall

13.66m x 6.05m44'9'' x 19'10''

8.43m x 5.61m27'7'' x 18'5''

5.68m x 5.13m18'7'' x 16'10''

8.49m x 5.67m27'10'' x 18'7''

8.46m x 5.90m27'9'' x 19'4''

8.00m x 5.60m26'3'' x 18'4''

Gym

5.79m x 5.41m19'0'' x 17'9''

Study

UtilityRoom

Kitchen

8.54m x 5.61m28'0'' x 18'5''

StoreRoom Store

Room

StoreRoom

Powder Room

Wine Cellar

BedroomBedroom

Bedroom

5.71m x 4.40m

18'9'' x 14'5''

5.35m x 5.19m

17'6'' x 17'0''

7.46m x 5.68m

24'5'' x 18'7''

Bedroom

4.47m x 3.99m

14'7'' x 13'1'

Bedroom

4.63m x 4.13m

15'2'' x 13'6''

Restricted Height

Dressing

Room

Bedroom Bedroom

5.69m x 5.16m

18'8'' x 16'11''

5.68m x 4.32m

18'7'' x 14'2''

Bedroom

5.61m x 4.33m

18'5'' x 14'2''

Bedroom

4.69m x 4.35m

15'4'' x 14'3''

Bedroom

4.67m x 3.50m

15'3'' x 11'5''

Bedroom

5.81m x 4.09m

19'0'' x 13'5''

Bedroom

5.63m x 4.48m

18'5'' x 14'8''

Bedroom

6.09m x 4.22m

20'0'' x 13'10''

Bedroom

5.90m x 2.90m

19'4'' x 9'6''

Bedroom

4.50m x 3.95m

14'11'' x 12'11''

Bedroom

4.87m x 4.05m

15'11'' x 13'3''

Bedroom

5.96m x 3.54m

19'6'' x 11'7''

Bedroom

4.78m x 3.42m

15'8'' x 11'2''

LOWER FLOORS UPPER FLOORS

Approximate Gross Internal Floor Area:House - 19,742 sq ft (1,834.1 sq m)Flat - 743 sq ft (69.1 sq m)For identification only, not to scale.

CELLAR

CELLAR

CELLAR

GROUND FLOOR

FLAT

FIRST FLOOR

SECOND FLOOR

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GARDENS AND GROUNDSThe gardens and grounds are mostly laid to lawns interspersed with magnificent parkland trees including monkey puzzle, oak, horse chestnut and two impressive giant redwood trees.

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STABLE BLOCK The magnificent stable block is situated immediately to the north of the house and enjoys its own secondary access drive away from the house so that the principal drive remains undisturbed. There is a separate carpark which has been converted from the original tennis court. The stable block is arranged in a quadrangle around a beautiful central courtyard and is approached through a decorative stone archway. The stable block contains extensive garaging, 3 courtyard cottages which currently provide a rental income, and stables with potential for equestrian use or conversion to additional dwellings. The stable block also houses the Biomass boiler which provides cost neutral heating and hot water to the main house and cottages. The three cottages are as follows:

Kitchen

Kitchen

Bedroom

Bedroom

Living Room

Garage Garage

Gara

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Garage

Garage

Store Room

Gardener's

Store

Store Room

Courtyard

7.43m x 4.70m

24'4'' x 15'5''

10.16m x 4.70m

33'4'' x 15'5''

6.05m x 3.72m

19'10'' x 12'2''

KitchenBedroom

Bedroom

Bedroom

Living

Room

Storage Loft

4.30m x 4.27m

14'1'' x 14'0''

STABLE COTTAGE Kitchen, 2 bedrooms, living room and bathroom.

THE MEWS A first floor flat comprising a bedroom, living room, kitchen and bathroom.

COURT VIEW Kitchen, bathroom and 2 bedrooms.

THE FLATAdjacent to the house is a staff annexe (formerly the Victorian billiard room) comprising two bedrooms, kitchen, living room and bathroom.

Approximate Gross Internal Floor Area:Court View - 977 sq ft (90.8 sq m)The Mews - 722 sq ft (67.1 sq m)Stable Cottage - 1,011 sq ft (94.0 sq m)Courtyard Outbuildings - 2,894 sq ft (268.9 sq m)For identification only, not to scale.

GROUND FLOOR

FIRST FLOOR

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RESTORATION WORKSThe restoration refurbishment works and provision of new services have been carried out between 2013 – 16 and according to the schedule of works, include the following:

SERVICES • Completely rewired (Threadwell Electrical).• New heating system installed (RJ Tanner Plumbing and Heating Ltd). • Biomass boilers installed (Ecovision) to supply the main house and four flats.• 84 new radiators installed – refurbished antique cast iron radiators (Heritage Radiators).• Underfloor heating in the 3 main bathrooms and kitchen.• Installation of Sonos entertainment system.• Security system and smoke detectors installed linked to central monitoring station

(Blitz/Spy Alarms).• New private drainage system including new sewage-handling chamber.

STRUCTURAL IMPROVEMENTS • Full restoration including reinstating four flats back into the main building, establishing

18 bedrooms and 15 en-suite bathrooms (majority using Lefroy Brooks sanitary wear).• New roof fully repaired with slate.• Lead roof fully replaced on all flat areas.• All windows restored and re-sashed including 28 new windows on the top floor.• Kitchen extended by knocking existing kitchen into adjacent family room to create

larger kitchen (involved installation of steel girder under cellar roof to support the extended floor (under the supervision of Mr Kenneth Chan of Phoenix Consulting Engineers Ltd).

• Bespoke kitchen designed by McCarron and Company including wine cooler, electric aga, steamer, two dishwashers, induction hob, boiling water dispenser, integrated fridge and integrated freezer all by Miele.

• Kitchen floor tiled with Portland Stone tiles and underfloor heating.• New patio doors created from kitchen to garden.• Utility room created including third built-in dishwasher.• New fireplaces installed in dining room, family room and drawing room by Chesney’s.

Antique fireplace sourced and installed in the morning room.

• Bespoke hand carved marble fireplace commissioned for entrance hall, designed from an early Victorian model which was auctioned in Sotheby’s. New fireplace surround created to cover unsightly Victorian stone fireplace.

• Completely re-rendered and painted externally (including “Zinsser” for additional water-proofing).

• Repaired and re-plastered ceilings.• Repaired coving on ceilings.• New wine cellar created.• Completely painted internally (predominantly Farrow and Ball and Paint Library).• Damp treatment (Gullivers).• Replaced roof lantern in central hall.• Chimneys repaired and fully lined.• Door re-installed from hall to passage way.• New external drains /down pipes.• New oak floor installed on ground floor passage way, study and “powder room”.• Original parquet floors repaired on ground floor.• Front porch repaired including the roof of the porch and the carvings inside the porch.• Two matching archways created on landing to introduce more light.• Three additional WCs and “powder room/shower area” created downstairs.• New, wider staircase installed between first and second floor.• Winter garden/conservatory: Repaired metal Victorian roof, replaced all damaged glass,

replaced the roof lantern at the far end, repaired patio doors, laid limestone floor.

EXTERNAL • Garden patio and fountain, outdoor lighting installed.• Landscaping of grounds and new fencing.• Planning permission being submitted for tennis court and outdoor swimming pool.

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FURTHER OUTBUILDINGSThe former cattle building half way up the main drive has, in the past, provided stabling and is believed to have potential for conversion for residential use (subject to planning consent).

PARKLAND AND FARMLANDThe parkland extends principally to the east of the house adjoining the main driveway and is divided into four large fields, one of which is renowned locally for its rare orchids. Historically the land has been used for grazing and is currently in agricultural use. There are some mature belts of deciduous woodland which provides an attractive backdrop.

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DIRECTIONS (TN3 0RQ)From London, take M25 and take the A21 south at junction 5. Proceed on the A21 to the junction with the A26 and proceed into Tunbridge Wells. In Tunbridge Wells take the A264 signed to East Grinstead and Langton Green. Pass through Langton Green and on the outskirts of the village. Turn right at the Hare Public House on the Speldhust Road. Continue straight on past the village green and the village hall. The main entrance to the property is to the left just past the village hall and is next to the white Victorian East Lodge entrance.Alternatively, for directions avoiding Tunbridge Wells:Proceed on the A21 as above to the junction with the A26 and proceed south towards Tunbridge Wells for approximately 1.7 miles. Turn right at the set of traffic lights next to Majestic Wine into Speldhurst Road and follow this road, entering the village of Speldhurst after approximately 1.5 miles. Turn left just after the George and Dragon pub on the left and opposite the village church on the right into Langton Road. Follow this road for 1 mile and the main entrance to the property will be found next to the white Victorian Lodge cottage on the right, just past Leggs Lane.

FIXTURES AND FITTINGS All those items regarded as tenant’s fixtures and fittings, together with the fitted carpets, curtains and light fittings, are specifically excluded from the sale. However, certain items may be available by separate negotiation.

SERVICESMains water and electricity, private drainage with newly created sewage tank. The newly installed biomass boiler provides cost neutral heating and hot water to the main house and cottages through Ofgem’s Renewable Heat Incentive valid until October 2034. The kitchen and three main bathrooms have underfloor heating.

WAYLEAVES, EASEMENTS AND RIGHTS OF WAYThe property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all rights of way and easements, public or private, whether specifically mentioned or not. There is a public footpath which crosses the parkland and driveway, as shown on the plan.

LOCAL AUTHORITYTunbridge Wells Borough Council. Tel: 01892 526121

VIEWINGSAll viewings must be made strictly by appointment only through the Knight Frank London or Tunbridge Wells office.

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IMPORTANT NOTICE1. Particulars: These particulars are not an offer or contract, nor part of one. You should not rely on statements by Knight Frank LLP in the particulars or by word of mouth or in writing (“information”) as being factually accurate about the property, its condition or its value. Neither Knight Frank LLP nor any joint agent has any authority to make any representations about the property, and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents, seller(s) or lessor(s). 2. Photos etc: The photographs show only certain parts of the property as they appeared at the time they were taken. Areas, measurements and distances given are approximate only. 3. Regulations etc: Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. A buyer or lessee must find out by inspection or in other ways that these matters have been properly dealt with and that all information is correct. 4. VAT: The VAT position relating to the property may change without notice. Knight Frank LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England with registered number OC305934. Our registered office is 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN, where you may look at a list of members’ names.Particulars dated: August 2017.Photos dated: July 2017.

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