About this property

SOLD BY HAMPTONS. In a wonderful position adjoining The Green and with stunning, far reaching views, a handsome, quintessential late Georgian village house of elegant proportions, styled with sophistication and flair together with a detached Studio Annexe and set within pretty landscaped gardens of approx 0.33 acres.

In a situation that is possibly one often described as the most desirable – overlooking a village green, close walk of a fabulous pub (or two) and with extraordinary views – a handsome village house with origins dating to the early nineteenth century that certainly fulfils that brief. Listed Grade II and in the quintessential late Georgian style, the house has Ashlar stone external elevations, typical of the period with large windows under a slate, tiled roof. Careful to ensure the grace of the neo classical period, the present owners have carried out a marvellously stylish yet sympathetic restoration of the internal accommodation, preserving and enhancing whilst at the same time upgrading the infrastructure. The
characterful accommodation extends to 4572 square feet and is laid out over three floors, plus cellars. Many wonderful period details are still in evidence including original window shutters, some lovely fireplaces and wooden floors, all of which sit alongside the refinement of the recent renovations. Ceiling heights are generous throughout and room sizes well proportioned, whilst the windows provide for an abundance of natural light as well as affording views over the village to the front and the beautiful undulating landscape to the rear.
The primary reception space is an elegant double room, which has fireplaces at both ends and serves as a gracious drawing room as well as a formal dining room. The family living space flows easily from one area to another with an open plan kitchen/breakfast room comprehensively furnished with handcrafted, painted cabinetry and an Aga, which is open to the dining area where there are bi-folding doors, perfectly positioned for access to the rear terrace and for taking in the views. The family sitting room is a cosy spot and has a wood burning stove. The six bedrooms are laid out over the upper levels with the principal suite occupying a large portion of the first floor, again with excellent proportions and enjoying the mar

Outside
The property is set back and adjoining The Green. To the front is a private access to the large parking and turning area as well as a charming gate to the rear gardens. Detached from the house a former outbuilding has been transformed in to a superb annexe with an open plan living room/kitchen, double bedroom and a fine shower room. The gardens are
beautifully stocked. Stone terracing, ideal for outdoor entertaining and for taking in the incredible outlook, leads on to a well-kept, gently sloping lawn, which is peppered with colourful shrubs and trees including magnolia and a Judas tree. Herbaceous borders burst with colour and are stocked with a wide variety of perennials, which produce throughout the seasons. At the far end is a productive kitchen garden and another, smaller terrace.

Situation
Perfectly positioned to enjoy the charms of Frant with its stunning local architecture, village green, church and primary school, local shop and two excellent pub/restaurants, the house is about 1.7 miles from Frant Station where there are rail services to London Bridge from 52 minutes, as well as to the Sussex coast. The ever-popular and vibrant Royal Spa Town of Tunbridge Wells with its marvellous and eclectic selection of shopping, eating and entertainment opportunities is 2.5 miles to The Pantiles. The area is renowned for walking, sailing and equestrian facilities with the famous Bewl Water Reservoir and Bedgebury Pinetum close by, whilst local golf courses include Lamberhurst and Dale Hill. There is an excellent choice of sought-after schooling in the area at primary and secondary levels, in both the state and private sectors including primary schools in Frant, Lamberhurst and Wadhurst, private prep schools such as Sacred Heart at Wadhurst, Holmewood House, Rose Hill and The Mead in Tunbridge Wells, Marlborough House and St Ronan’s in Hawkhurst with senior schools including Tonbridge public school, Mayfield for Girls, Uplands Community College in Wadhurst and Bede’s in Lower Dicker.

Additional Information
Services: All mains services.
Local Authority: Wealden District Council.
Council Tax: Band G.

Stunning Grade II Listed early nineteenth century village house

Beautiful architecture

Outstanding far reaching views

Fabulous characterful accommodation over three floors

Detached studio annexe

Lovely gardens

Marvellous position overlooking the village green.

Additional information

• Stunning Grade II Listed early nineteenth century village house
• Beautiful architecture
• Outstanding far reaching views
• Fabulous characterful accommodation over three floors
• Detached studio annexe
• Lovely gardens
• Marvellous position overlooking the village green.

Key information

Council Tax Band: 6

Tenure: Freehold