Paley Lane, Cranbrook, TN17

Perfectly framed by a most magnificent, tall oak tree, the property is believed to date from the seventeenth century together with a fine late Georgian/early nineteenth century addition, the house has the grace of the neo classical period, together with the charm and warmth of the earlier architectural style. Meticulously renovated and extended by the current owners, the charming blend of the two eras has resulted in characterful accommodation extending to in excess of 4,680 square feet, plus cellar, which is laid out over three floors. The handsome exterior elevations are of red brick and tile hanging, under peg tiled rooflines with large, multipaned windows.Internally many exceptional period features remain and a warm and welcoming atmosphere pervades throughout. Ceilings are high with those in the main reception rooms displaying light oak beams, there are a variety of fireplace styles, three with woodburning stoves including a particularly intriguing carved timber surround in the dining room, exposed brick walls in some places and an elegant, easy rising main staircase with a polished handrail. The principal reception rooms have grace and charm, whilst the study and family room are of good proportion. The kitchen/breakfast room and Orangery directly connect and have tiled flooring with under floor heating. Cabinetry has a range of painted timber wall and base units together with an island unit, all with polished wooden work surfaces with integrated appliances including an Aga inset into a small inglenook. The Orangery is a wonderful addition providing a marvellous space from which to take in the outlook over the gardens and of the countryside beyond and has a beamed vaulted ceiling and floor to ceiling windows on two sides with bi-folding doors to a third.
Laid out across the first floor are four double bedrooms of excellent proportion, supported by three bath/shower rooms. The principal suite has an en-suite shower room and wall to wall fitted wardrobes. The second floor is given over to two further bedrooms, together with a bathroom.

Outside

The house is set back from a small, quiet, private lane with an electric, five-bar gate opening on to a large gravel parking and turning area. A large, detached timber outbuilding has secure covered parking for two cars plus a workshop as well as a room currently used as a gym with a first-floor studio above. This area has plumbing and power connected and has the potential to be used as ancillary accommodation or office space. The gardens surround the house and are mainly laid to lawn with terracing adjoining the house where there are also herbaceous borders stocked with colourful varieties of perennials. Elsewhere are mature trees and hedges, including a run of fruit trees, and a large paddock leading down to a stream.

Situation

In a tranquil yet not isolated location, while offering the serenity of a fully rural setting with gorgeous views, the popular town of Cranbrook is about 4.4 miles away with its marvellous array of local stores, antique and interiors shops, St Dunstan’s Church and many cafes and restaurants, whilst the pretty, historic village of Goudhurst is a similar distance to the north. A more comprehensive range of amenities can be found at Tunbridge Wells, Tenterden and Maidstone town centres. Train services to London and the Channel ports are available from nearby Marden and Staplehurst. There is an excellent selection of state and private schools in the area including Cranbrook School, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks public schools, Kent College for Girls, Marlborough House and St Ronan's at Hawkhurst, Benenden School, Dulwich Cranbrook and Sutton Valence. The property lies within the priority area for Cranbrook School catchment area.

Additional Information

Tenure: Freehold
Services: Mains electricity (3 Phase) and water; LPG; Private drainage; Fibre optic broadband connected.
Local Authority: Tunbridge Wells District Council. Council Tax – Band G