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Guide price£950,000
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4 bedroom detached house for sale

Forge Hill, Pluckley
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Detached house
4 bed
2 bath

Key information

Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band G
Broadband: Ultra-fast 1000Mbps *
Mobile signal: 
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Property description & features

  • Tenure: Freehold
  • Stunning detached house set within mature grounds with utmost seclusion within the heart of the sought after village of Pluckley
  • 2416 sq ft of accommodation. Luxury Poggenpohl kitchen/open plan family room & a separate utility
  • Dual aspect living room with feature fireplace, separate dining room with walk in box bay & a study
  • Main bedroom with dressing room & ensuite
  • Solar panels with feed tariff to National Grid
  • Stunning mature plot of 0.38 acres with a summerhouse & a fabulous entertaining area
  • Double detached garage & gated driveway with parking for several vehicles
  • Short walk from Pluckley Primary School. Catchment for Ashford Grammar Schools
  • 7 miles from Ashford Town Centre & Ashford International Station which operates the High Speed Link to London in just 38 minutes
  • Village amenities include the butchers, general store, post office, ancient church, primary school, village hall & recreation ground

Property Description: Guide Price: £950,000 – £1,000,000. This wonderful family home is nestled in the heart of the sought after village of Pluckley. This four bedroom detached house is spread over 2416 sq ft and presents a rare opportunity to own a spacious home that offers both privacy and convenience. The village itself boasts a variety of amenities, including the renowned Black Horse restaurant, butchers, general store, post office, ancient church, primary school, village hall, and recreation ground. Pluckley offers a close knit community atmosphere with everything you need right on your doorstep.

The luxurious dual aspect kitchen/family room is a focal point of the home, featuring high end appliances and ample storage, perfect for culinary enthusiasts. The stunning Poggenpohl kitchen has integrated appliances which include a double oven and combi microwave, a dual fuel six burner ceramic hob, fridge freezer and a dishwasher. There is also a drinking water filter tap, a water softener, a waste disposal unit fitted under the sink and an integrated shower accessory attached to the mixer tap. Additionally, a separate utility room provides convenient laundry facilities with space for a washing machine and a tumble dryer. There is plenty of space for a table or chairs or for a cosy family area with French doors that open out onto the terrace.

The dual aspect living room features an elegant fireplace, creating a cosy ambiance during colder evenings with French doors opening onto the garden. The separate dining room has a walk-in box bay, offering both style and functionality. For those who work from home, there is a dedicated study area that provides a quiet space for productivity.

On the first floor the galleried landing opens through to four double bedrooms. The main bedroom is a true sanctuary, complete with a spacious dressing room and an ensuite bathroom. Two further double bedrooms have built in storage and the family bathroom has both a shower and a bath.

This property not only exemplifies luxury living but also incorporates eco-friendly features. Solar panels have been installed to generate electricity and feed the tariff back to the National Grid, ensuring reduced energy costs and contributing to a sustainable future. Planning permission (now lapsed) was approved for a first floor extension over the kitchen/family room. A new boiler was installed in February 2024 and new guttering was recently installed. All external woodwork has been recently repainted.


Outside: The property sits in the centre of beautiful mature gardens extending to 0.38 acres with a coppice and farmland beyond with the utmost seclusion. The plot surrounding the house adds a touch of serenity and beauty to the property. The fabulous entertaining area is perfect for hosting gatherings or simply enjoying the outdoors and has lighting and steps down to the lawn. The rest of the garden is mainly lawn with a variety of woodland, mature trees and shrubs with a great summerhouse providing a peaceful retreat and a handy shed at the bottom of the garden. To the front of the property there is a gated driveway with parking for multiple vehicles, ensuring convenience and security. The detached double garage has power and light and has a personal door to the side. There is also a lean-to behind the garage for storage.


Location: Pluckley is a village and civil parish in the Ashford District of Kent close to the North Downs. Pluckley is famous for its entry in the Guinness Book of Records in 1989 for being the most haunted village in Britain as well as appearing in the ITV drama The Darling Buds of May and various other programs including Top Gear. Pluckley offers an array of local amenities including the butchers, general store, post office, ancient church, primary school, village hall and a recreation ground. There are two public houses within walking distance the Swan and the Rose & Crown. The village enjoys a close community with a large number of local clubs and societies including a tennis club, a football club and a gardening society. Locally, Pluckley station has services to London while the village itself is less than 7 miles away from Ashford Town Centre and Ashford International Station which operates the High Speed Link to London in just 38 minutes. Junction 9 of the M20 is the closest motorway exit and the Channel Tunnel is only 11 miles from there. The Cinque Port town of Tenterden and market town of Ashford are close by, both offering a comprehensive range of shopping facilities including supermarkets, banks, restaurants, public houses and many nationally known names and local specialist shops. There is a wide selection of schools, leisure and health facilities in the area.


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Council Tax: Council Tax Band G (correct at time of marketing) To check council tax rates for this property, please refer to


Local Authority: Ashford Borough Council -[use Contact Agent Button]. Kent County Council -[use Contact Agent Button]


Services: Electricity, gas central heating, mains water and drainage. There is both an alarm and CCTV (both currently not in use).


Tenure: This property is freehold and is sold with vacant possession upon completion.


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