8 bedroom detached house

Shadwell is a prominent and characterful former farmhouse, with origins dating back to the 17th century and with later additions in the 19th and 21st centuries, ideally situated in the heart of the highly desirable village of Speldhurst. Positioned directly opposite the acclaimed village primary school and within a short walk of the church, Fabulous new Dragonfly farm shop and cafe, and the popular George and Dragon pub, the property offers a beautiful blend of historic charm and contemporary additions, within a setting that embraces village life.

This substantial and beautifully presented family home has been thoughtfully enhanced over the years, marrying timeless period features with more modern additions to create a warm, inviting and highly functional living environment. Arranged over three floors, the main house provides extremely flexible accommodation, including eight double bedrooms, several elegant reception rooms, and a stunning kitchen/orangery room extension. Additionally, the property benefits from a detached oak-framed one-bedrooms oast house, offering ancillary accommodation, and a large character barn with lapsed planning consent for conversion.

Internally, the property retains many of its original features, including exposed aged oak beams, high ceilings, decorative leaded light windows and several fireplaces. A charming beamed inner hallway with built-in bookshelves leads into the oldest part of the house, where a formal dining room centres around a wide inglenook fireplace with a red brick hearth and decorative tiling. The formal entrance porch features a quarry tiled floor and a substantial studded oak door.

The spacious 27' drawing room includes a fireplace with a wood-painted surround and bespoke shelving, while the sitting room enjoys a coal-effect gas fire and double doors opening to a sunny south-facing terrace. The family room, adjacent to the kitchen, has a fireplace, wooden flooring and the remnants of its Victorian bell system, adding a further touch of historic charm.

At the heart of the home is the striking open-plan kitchen/breakfast room, with an oak beamed vaulted ceiling and a full complement of integrated appliances, including twin electric ovens, dishwasher and fridge. This light-filled space flows seamlessly into a generous garden room with glazing along one wall overlooking the garden and twin sets of French doors providing convenient access. A walk-in pantry, fitted utility room, two cloakrooms, and a cellar complete the ground floor accommodation.

Upstairs, the first floor hosts four double bedrooms, a dressing room, and two well-appointed bath/shower rooms. The second floor is accessed via two staircases, offering a sense of privacy and therefore ideal for guests or teenage children. Each staircase provides access to 2 further bedrooms, and each section enjoys its own private bathroom and extensive eaves storage.

To the south of the house lies a beautifully converted, oak-framed oast providing 1,047 sq. ft. of self-contained space including a ground floor sitting room with fitted roundel kitchen, with stairs leading to the vaulted bedroom with a roundel bathroom adjacent.

Beyond the oast, a substantial oak-framed barn is divided into three bays including a store, a garage with double doors and mechanic’s pit, and a side garage. While the original planning permission for residential conversion has lapsed, the potential remains subject to further enquiries. There is also a large greenhouse, perfect for those with green fingers.

The house is entirely encased within its own gardens, which are a particular highlight, extending to approximately 0.85 acres and designed for both beauty and privacy. Features include a circular south terrace, formal lawns with topiary hedging, richly planted herbaceous borders, and an arbour-covered seating area. A high yew hedge forms a secluded archway to the formal entrance, adding to the home’s sense of charm and seclusion.

Shadwell is a rare opportunity to acquire a truly individual period home offering flexible and spacious accommodation, generous gardens, and outstanding village amenities in one of Kent’s most picturesque settings.

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Property Construction – brick and block

Property Roofing – slate tile

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Water Supply - mains

Sewerage - mains

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Building Safety – no known concerns

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Coastal Erosion Risk - no known concerns

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Coalfield / Mining Area - no known concerns

Location

Speldhurst is a thriving village thanks to its primary school, Parish church and general store with post office. The village pub is currently closed but is widely expected to reopen soon. Speldhurst is within easy driving distance of the convenient market town of Tonbridge and the vibrant spa town of Tunbridge Wells with its array of restaurants, a choice of supermarkets, extensive shopping, independent outlets and leisure facilities, plus beautiful open spaces and parks. There are excellent schooling options in the immediate area, both in the independent and state sectors, including those in the sought-after Kent Grammar system at secondary level. The impressive, award-winning Bluewater Shopping Centre is only 26 miles away and if you want to escape to the south coast, then the lovely seaside towns are only 30 miles distant.

Garden

Beautifully presented with established planting, topiary and well maintained lawn

Parking - Garage

Parking - Driveway