Westerhill RoadLinton, Maidstone, Kent, ME17 4BT

A fine Grade II Listed former farmhouse occupying an elevated position with outstanding panoramic views across the Weald of Kent. Believed to date from the 15th or early 16th century, with a later 18th century façade, this charming oak-framed home has been sympathetically refurbished retaining a wealth of period features while incorporating modern comforts.

Character features include sash windows, some with working shutters, high ceilings, dentil cornicing, exposed beams, timber floors and impressive period fireplaces, two with wood-burning stoves. Surround sound wiring is installed to several rooms, while underfloor heating serves the kitchen, breakfast room, utility room, principal bathroom and family bathroom.

The south-facing reception rooms include a dual-aspect drawing room and elegant dining room, both enjoying far-reaching views over the gardens and countryside beyond.

Additional reception space comprises a sitting room and study with a period fireplace and Delft-tiled slips.

The kitchen/breakfast/family room is arranged over two levels and fitted with handcrafted cabinetry, a central island and granite worktops and a selection of appliances. A walk-in larder provides further storage, while a concealed trap door within the timber floor leads to an excellent wine cellar.

A turned staircase rises from the central hall to the first floor, where five bedrooms are served by four bath/shower rooms, two en suite. The principal bedroom enjoys exceptional views and features a dressing room and luxurious bathroom fitted with Catchpole & Rye sanitary ware. A further bedroom, extensive loft storage and a separate WC occupy the second floor.

The house is approached through electric double gates opening onto a gravel driveway. Mature lawns, specimen trees and a pond with water feature lie to one side, while progression lighting extends around the drive, coach house, former stables and open-bay garaging. Two additional vehicular accesses are provided via double wooden gates.

An archway leads to a charming walled garden, screened by evergreen hedging along the eastern boundary.