Detached house for sale in Cranbrook TN18, 5 Bedroom

Description This lovely Grade II Listed property has immense history, character and charm. It is believed to date back to the 1450's and primarily constructed from recycled ships timbers from which the name Old Timbers is derived. Set in the beautiful countryside just north of the Rother Valley the views are stunning and the walks delightful. Approached via a brick path the property is surrounded by lovely gardens carefully nurtured by the previous owner. There is also an L shaped brick and tiled roof building with a large annexe/workshop, garden store, potting shed and a single garage. We understand this building has potential for a conversion subject to all the necessary consents.

Entrance hall Approached via a brick path leading to the Oak front door. Opening to entrance porch.

Entrance porch Providing access to kitchen/diner and drawing room.

Kitchen/dining room Double aspect windows to dining area. Windows overlooking the rear garden from the kitchen. Range of bespoke wall and base cupboards with white ceramic butler sink and mixer taps. Space for fridge and dishwasher. Electric oven and 4 ring hob with extractor fan above. Boiler cupboard. Door to:

Rear porch Providing access to the rear garden.

Drawing room Triple aspect windows. Lovely room with immense character an inglenook fireplace and tiled hearth. Leading to:

Snug Window to front aspect. Cosy fireplace with wood burner. Door to:

Cloakroom/utility room Window to side. The cloakroom comprises W.C., wash hand basin, exposed brickwork, terracotta flooring and exposed beams. Door to:

Utility room Window to side. There is a door leading to the outside and door leading to large storage cupboard. Ceramic butler sink. Terracotta flooring.

Landing Window to rear. Stairs to second floor. Storage cupboards.

Family bathroom In need of updating but with lovely exposed beams. Window to front. Bath with electric shower over, W.C., wash hand basin.

Bedroom Window to front. Exposed beams. Built in storage. Brick fireplace with wrought iron antique fireplace.

Bedroom Window to front with delightful views. Storage cupboard.

Bedroom Double aspect windows. Walk in dressing area.

En suite Window to side. Shower cubicle with tiling, W.C., wash hand basin.

Second floor

attic room Delightful room with window to side, Crown/King post. Door to storage area.

Attic room Window to front with delightful views.

Outside Old Timbers is surrounded by a beautiful garden with a variety of perennials and shrubs and topiary trees providing a haven within stunning countryside. There is also a tiled roofed building, workshop, garden store/potting shed. This building (subject to relevant permissions) would be ideal as an annexe, holiday let or for someone working from home.

Garage Single garage with up and over door and driveway.

Location Set within glorious Kent countryside close to the centre of Newenden on the Kent/East Sussex border. This charming village has a good community with a public house, parish church and cricket club whilst the river Rother has seasonal boating trips and the steam railway provides trips to Bodiam Castle and Tenterden. The Lime Wharf Boating Station and Café have superb food, camping, water sports and boating.

Northiam offers two convenience stores, a bakery/tea rooms, doctors surgery, Fitness Centre and veterinary practice, opticians, dentist, diy and garden shop, builders merchants, a village hall and various clubs and societies.

The nearby Historic town of Rye has a selection of boutique shops, a supermarket, restaurants and cafes as well as a train station with frequent services to the Ashford International with its High Speed service to London St. Pancras. The popular town of Tenterden is approximately 9 miles away and offers a wide range of High Street shops and Waitrose and Tesco Supermarkets. There are also several restaurants and coffee shops. There are regular bus services in Northiam to Hastings, Rye, Tenterden, Ashford and Canterbury.

The area is full of history with an array of tourist attractions including the popular Great Dixter House & Gardens in Northiam. The nearby Sussex Border Path provides access to walks through local countryside, whilst water-sports and sailing can be enjoyed at Rye Harbour and Camber Sands. All within a 10 mile radius.

There are a range of primary, secondary and public schools including Northiam and Beckley Primary Schools, Frewen College, Claremont, Vinehall at Robertsbridge, Rye College and Homewood School & Sixth Form Centre at Tenterden.