Lidwells Lane, Goudhurst

The planning consent presents the opportunity to convert the existing stable block into a contemporary, single storey, three bedroom dwelling. Designed by renowned architect Claire Scerri, the design utilises the footprint and form of the existing building with considered textures and detailing to maintain a sharp, contemporary profile.

The approved external materials include charred timber cladding, modern aluminium glazing plus a standing seam metal clad roof. The large windows will flood the main living space and bedrooms with natural light and provide exceptional views to the rear garden and landscape beyond.

There is the opportunity to additionally purchase the orchard immediately to the rear to deliver a total plot size of circa 2 acres.

Full details of the planning approval are available via reference 23/03487/FULL on the Tunbridge Wells Borough Council website.

The plot presents the opportunity to design and manage the construction of your dream home.

If required we can introduce the buyer to the architect, planning consultant plus a number of reputable, local contractors to quote on any required works. Most of our self-build buyers choose to work with a main contractor on a fixed-price build contract, with monthly payments in arrears and all works are overseen by a qualified chartered surveyor.

This charming plot is situated on the outskirts of Goudhurst, a beautiful hill-top village, rich in history and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Kent Weald.

Enjoying a stunning vista of the surrounding countryside, the site is within a 10 minute stroll from all of the amenities the village has to offer including grocery stores, farm shop, butchers, bakery and tea room, boutique, pharmacy, antiques and interior shop, as well as traditional inns The Star & Eagle Hotel and The Goudhurst Inn. One of the very best restaurants in Kent, The Smallholding in Kilndown, is 2.7 miles away. Further amenities can be found at Tunbridge Wells (11 miles), Maidstone (13 miles) and Waitrose in Hawkhurst a mere 15 minute drive.

The surrounding area is ideal for riding, walking and cycling and there are a number of golf courses close by including Dale Hill, Lamberhurst and Chart Hills. Local landmarks a short drive away include Bewl Water, Scotney Castle, Sissinghurst Castle, Bedgebury Pinetum and The Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells.

As well as the exceptional Goudhurst and Kilndown Primary School, Goudhurst falls within the ever popular Cranbrook School catchment area. There are many other excellent schools nearby, namely Benenden School, Marlborough House, Dulwich Prep School, Bethany, Saint Ronan's School, the High Weald Academy, in addition to the Boys and Girls Grammar Schools in Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone.

This is an ideal location for those looking for semi-rural living but with easy access to the A21 and other motorway networks including the M20 for ferry ports and the M25 for Heathrow and Gatwick airports. There are direct trains from Paddock Wood station, just under 6 miles away, to London Bridge in 41 minutes. Staplehurst (5.7 miles) and Marden Station (4.7 miles) also offer direct trains 50 mins with the latter also being a short 25 minutes journey to Ashford International.

Full planning drawings are available on request and please note that site visits are available strictly by appointment only.