8 bed detached house for sale Barnden Farm Bell Lane, Smarden, Ashford, Kent TN27

OverviewBelieved to date back, in part, to the 16th Century Barnden Farm is a splendid combination of original historic features and modern day living. It's situation on the outskirts of Smarden provides a secluded location whilst being within close proximity of all major transport links and amenities.The property is entered from the generous forecourt into a grand welcome hall with an impressive butterfly staircase and embellished stone fireplace. To the west side of the property, you will find a contemporary study, dining room and sitting room all of which ideal for entertaining in numbers.To the other side of the entrance hall, believed to be the oldest part of the house is the kitchen/breakfast room, fully equipped utility room along with family/games room and a further staircase. The kitchen, fitted with a range of Oak units and granite worktops is fully equipped with a large aga cooker taking main stage.The secondary staircase boasting many original features provides access to bedrooms three, four and five (all with en-suites) along with bedroom six which could also serve as a dressing room for bedroom five. The principle bedroom with seating area, walk in wardrobe and glamourous en-suite along with bedrooms two, three and four are all accessible via the main butterfly staircase.In addition to the main house is a detached Oast with two bedrooms, en-suite, family bathroom, kitchen and living area as well as a detached unconverted thatched barn with great scope.The rear garden encompasses a further recreational barn infamously known as the 'Buddha Bar' along with a heated outside swimming pool with the further grounds bordered by post and rail fencing keeping the openness with the fields beyond.The property is located in a rural position, just 1.5 miles from the village of Smarden which is well known for being one of the prettiest villages in Kent with its picturesque timber framed properties and church. There is a strong village community and amenities include a village shop, public houses, church and primary school. The neighbouring village of Biddenden and the market town of Tenterden are both easily accessible, as are the larger centres of Tunbridge Wells and Ashford with its Eurostar terminal providing fast trains to London and the continent.There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area, in both the state and private sectors, including Benenden School, Homewood School in Tenterden, Cranbrook School, Ashford School, Bethany in Goudhurst, Dulwich Preparatory in Cranbrook, Marlborough House and St Ronan's in Hawkhurst, Sutton Valence, and grammar schools in Ashford and Tunbridge Wells. Leisure activities in the area include golf at Chart Hills, Biddenden; sailing and fishing at Bewl Water and on the south coast.Smarden village 1.5 miles. Headcorn station 3.5 miles (London Bridge from 1 hour). Biddenden 4.8 miles. Tenterden 10 miles. Ashford 10 miles. Ashford International 10.7 miles (London St Pancras from 36 minutes). Tunbridge Wells 22 miles. London 56 miles. (All times and distances approximate)