Hatmill Lane, Brenchley

This enchanting period country residence, dating from the 16th century and rumoured to be the oldest house in Brenchley, occupies a beautiful and secluded setting within approximately one third of an acre of established gardens. Lovingly cared for by the same owners for more than 40 years, the house has been sympathetically renovated and carefully extended over time, retaining its inherent character while creating a highly comfortable and versatile family home.

The approach to the property is particularly charming, with the current owners choosing to enter through the gardens and directly into the kitchen, which occupies the ground floor of a later double-storey extension. Well appointed and thoughtfully designed, the kitchen combines ample cabinetry and work surface with integrated appliances and a central island. Beyond is a delightful snug, centred around a traditional inglenook fireplace, providing a cosy and informal space for everyday living. A cloakroom and the property's original front entrance are also accessed from this part of the house.

The principal living accommodation is arranged beyond the snug and has a wonderful sense of character and volume. The generous, double-aspect sitting room is filled with natural light and features French doors opening onto the garden, together with a second inglenook fireplace. This living space leads beautifully into the dining area, where a vaulted, exposed-beamed ceiling creates an impressive sense of space. There is ample room for a large dining table and chairs, making this a particularly attractive setting for both family life and entertaining.

Upstairs, there are four well-proportioned double bedrooms. The generous principal bedroom occupies the upper level of the extension and benefits from a walk-in wardrobe and en-suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms are served by an attractive family bathroom, with a vaulted ceiling.

The gardens are undoubtedly one of the property's defining features. A broad terrace extends almost the full width of the house, providing an exceptional setting for outdoor dining and entertaining. Enjoying a sunny aspect, it is bordered by flourishing citrus plants. Beyond, areas of lawn extend around two sides of the house, framed by mature trees, established hedging and an abundance of well-established planting, creating a garden of considerable maturity and character.

Towards the far end of the garden, a small stream introduces an additional sense of tranquillity and provides a natural habitat for a variety of wildlife. A bridge leads to a further area of lawn and a substantial deck, positioned beneath a canopy of mature trees and offering a wonderfully peaceful spot from which to enjoy the surrounding nature.

The grounds also include a superb home office, equipped with air conditioning, underfloor heating, full power and Wi-Fi, providing an exceptionally comfortable environment for working from home. A spacious driveway and substantial two-storey double garage complete the property.

A rare combination of history, character, generous accommodation and exceptional gardens, this is a truly special country home in an idyllic Brenchley setting.

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National Trading Standards Material Information Part B Requirements (information that should be established for all properties)

Property Construction – timber frame

Property Roofing –  clay tile

Electricity Supply -  National Grid

Water Supply -  Direct mains water

Sewerage – Standard UK domestic

Heating – LPG/oil central heating

Broadband –  FTTC (fibre to the cabinet)

Mobile Signal / Coverage -  good

National Trading Standards Material Information Part C Requirements (information that may or may not need to be established depending on whether the property is affected or impacted by the issue in question)

Building Safety –  no known concerns

Restrictions – Grade II* / conservation area

Rights and Easements – no known concerns

Flood Risk -  no known concerns

Coastal Erosion Risk - no known concerns

Planning Permission – no known concerns

Accessibility / Adaptations -  no known concerns

Coalfield / Mining Area -  no known concerns

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