Detached house for sale in Straight Lane, Brookland TN29

This most individual unlisted six bedroom country residence, situated in a set back, but accessible rural location on the outskirts of the village of Brookland, has over the last few years undergone some remodelling and renovation by the current owners and now provides a spacious, flexible family home with an adaptable layout.

In addition to the main house, there are a number of useful outbuildings including a triple garage with inspection pit, a detached purpose built three room studio, currently used as a home office and beauty treatment business, and a pool house / gym.

Melrose is situated on the edge of the Romney Marshes, surrounded by beautiful countryside, with far reaching views, and with the coast and towns of Rye, New Romney and Ashford just a short drive away, it is the perfect property for someone wanting to spend more time communing with nature while still being close to good retail, health, leisure, educational and transport facilities.

EPC Rating: F

Location

Situation: Melrose enjoys a wonderful setting on the outskirts of the rural village of Brookland, which is on the edge of the distinctive and very beautiful Romney Marsh, close to the picturesque Kent coast. Local amenities include a primary school, St Augustine Church, bell tower, village hall and garage with convenience store. The nearby small town of New Romney offers a good selection of independent stores and local facilities. More comprehensive facilities can be found in the historic Cinque Port town of Rye (7 miles) and the market towns of Hythe and Ashford (13 miles). Ashford International offers the high-speed service to London St Pancras, a journey time of approx. 37 minutes. A variety of educational opportunities exist in the area in both the state and private sector, and the property is within the catchment for the well regarded Ashford Grammars.

Entrance Porch / Hallway

A useful enclosed porch leads you to the front door, which in turn opens into the hallway.

Sitting Room (7.19m x 4.93m)

The spacious double aspect sitting room has a modern, elegant feel. French doors to one end flood the room with light and provide views over and access to the patio and garden. A fireplace with wood burner provides a cosy focal point.

Boot / Cloakroom

A useful space for the storage of coats, boots and bags, and a separate cloakroom with wash basin and WC. Built-in cupboard housing boiler and hot water cylinder.

Breakfast Room (3.99m x 3.07m)

This good size room is open to the kitchen, making it a sociable space, ideal for families.

Kitchen (3.99m x 3.81m)

A modern kitchen with a range of built-in units, cupboards and bespoke island. One bowl sink with drainer and mixer tap. Two built-in ovens and electric hob with extractor above. Integrated dishwasher and fridge / freezer. Doors to stairs and utility room.

Utility Room (3.86m x 2.64m)

This useful room has space for a washing machine, dryer and additional fridge/freezer. Units with worktop and sink. Built-in storage along one entire wall. Walk-in larder. Door to rear porch which in turn has a door out to the garden.

Dining Room (3.78m x 2.79m)

Positioned next to the breakfast room, this good size reception room is currently set up for more formal dining, but could be used for a number of different purposes.

Playroom / Cinema Room (3.78m x 2.64m)

Currently set up as a playroom for the children. We understand that it was in the past open to the dining room and could be again, should anyone wish to combine these two spaces.

First Floor Landing

A long landing divides the upstairs space into two wings.

Bedroom 1 (4.93m x 3.45m)

A spacious principal bedroom with bi-fold doors that lead into a luxury en-suite bathroom / dressing room.

En-Suite Bathroom / Dressing Room (5.92m x 2.84m)

This enormous en-suite with dressing area and stunning countryside views, really has the "wow" factor. Free standing Jacuzzi bath, separate shower, vanity unit with two basins and storage, high tech WC and extensive built-in storage.

Bedroom 2 (3.91m x 3.63m)

A good size double with built-in storage and views over the garden.

Bedroom 3 (3.91m x 2.74m)

A double bedroom with window to the front.

Bedroom 4 / En-Suite Shower Room (2.95m x 2.39m)

Bedroom with cleverly designed en-suite shower room and built-in storage.

Bedroom 5 (2.74m x 2.44m)

A pretty single bedroom with window to the front.

Bedroom 6 (2.44m x 2.24m)

Bedroom with window to the front. This would also make an ideal home study or additional dressing room.

Shower / Steam Room (1.78m x 1.37m)

A modern shower / steam room which serves bedrooms 2,3,5 and 6.

Outside

Set within the heart of the beautiful Romney Marshes and just a short drive from the coast, this property enjoys a lovely rural location and yet is still within easy reach of many local amenities. The property is set well back and approached over a long drive which leads to a large parking area to the side of the house. Behind this is the garaging which is divided into a double and single garage, all with electrically operated roller doors. Nb: There is an inspection pit in the double garage for any budding mechanics.

Garden

To the rear of the house is a flat lawned garden and heated covered pool, perfect for the enjoyment of children, and behind the pool, a pool house with cloakroom, which is currently used as a gym. This property also benefits from a purpose built detached outbuilding. Although currently set up as a beauty treatment business and home office, this incredibly useful space could serve a number of different uses. Due to the fact that the property is situated in a highly desirable tourist area, it could provide a possible commercial opportunity as a holiday let or Air BnB, or additional annexe accommodation for multi-generational families, subject of course to any necessary permissions.

Services

Mains water and electricity. Calor gas tank for heating house. Air source heat pump for heating pool. Private drainage. EPC Rating: F. Local Authority: Folkestone and Hythe District Council.

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