5 bed detached house for sale

Swanton Street, Bredgar, Kent ME9

Swanton Old House is a remarkable late 16th century timber-framed property, dating from around 1579 and reflecting the transition from the medieval hall-house tradition to post-medieval domestic planning. Rich in architectural character, the property displays striking jettied elevations, exposed oak framing and a wealth of historic detailing.

The house retains many original features, including impressive inglenook fireplaces, leaded-light windows and a brick-lined cellar, presenting a rare opportunity to own an important piece of Kent's architectural heritage.

The ground floor accommodation is arranged around impressive reception spaces. The formal dining room and dual-aspect sitting room both feature magnificent fireplaces, creating warm and inviting environments.

The kitchen with views over the garden, has a Rayburn and traditional style cupboards, supported by an adjoining utility room, together with a larder and spacious boot room with cloakroom. A dedicated study provides an ideal space for home working or additional reception room, whilst the substantial cellar offers further storage potential.

The first floor is reached via a wide staircase rising to a galleried landing. There are five well-proportioned bedrooms, many showcasing the intricate timber framework of the building. The principal bedroom benefits from a dedicated dressing room, while this level is served by two family bathrooms and a shower room. All the bedrooms enjoy pleasing views across the property's grounds or the surrounding countryside.

Swanton Old House is approached via a long, sweeping drive providing ample parking and leading to a detached double garage with an attached store.

The gardens and grounds offer a wonderful combination of formal and informal landscaping with a south facing terrace, mature specimen trees, herbaceous borders and expansive lawns, along with a potting shed.

A stone-flagged terrace to the rear provides an ideal setting for al fresco dining, overlooking the paddocks and the peaceful rural landscape beyond.

Swanton Old House is situated in the attractive village of Bredgar, which benefits from a village pub, farm shop, café and Post Office, together with a recreation ground and village hall. The nearby towns of Sittingbourne, Maidstone and Faversham provide a comprehensive range of shopping, leisure and everyday amenities.
The area is well served by respected independent schools, including Sutton Valence School, King’s School Rochester and Tonbridge School.

Transport connections are excellent, with the M2 and M20 providing access to the wider motorway network and Sittingbourne and Hollingbourne railway station offering regular services to multiple London terminals. The area has good access to Continental Europe via Eurotunnel and the Port of Dover.