Haven StreetWainscott, Rochester, Kent, ME3 8BL

The Mount is an exceptional country home combining a wonderful rural setting with excellent connectivity. Set in about 1.6 acres of beautifully established grounds and approached via a sweeping private gravel drive, this handsome home enjoys an enviable position surrounded by countryside, yet lies under three miles from the nearest two rail stations, where services reach London in under 40 minutes.

Rich in character, the property showcases Victorian heritage with elegant Georgian-inspired styling. Tall sash windows framed by decorative shutters, climbing greenery and impressive proportions create an immediate impression. Positioned centrally, the house is surrounded by lawns, mature specimen trees and carefully curated planting, creating a picturesque landscape with far-reaching countryside views.

The entrance hall, with its old tiled floor, leads to a series of characterful reception rooms with marble fireplaces and working window shutters. The formal dining room overlooks the gardens and retains period details including decorative mouldings. The dual aspect drawing room is light filled and elegant, while the sitting room features a wood-burning stove. Beyond, a Victorian timber-framed conservatory provides a delightful space from which to enjoy the gardens in all seasons.

The kitchen features wooden flooring, cabinetry and ample space for dining plus access to a cellar. Adjoining the kitchen is a generous utility and boot room, large pantry and cloakroom. A hidden staircase leads to a first floor bedroom reflecting the home's rich history.

Upstairs are four generously proportioned bedrooms with attractive garden views and period features. The principal bedroom benefits from an en suite shower room, while a fifth bedroom, currently used as a workspace, connects to the hidden staircase. A charming family bathroom and separate WC complete the accommodation.

Separate from the main house is Mount Lodge, a beautifully presented ancillary dwelling currently operating as a holiday let. Stylishly finished throughout, it offers open-plan living and dining space with a wood-burning stove, a well-equipped kitchen, a luxurious bathroom with both bath and shower, and a beautifully appointed bedroom. A private terrace with porch enjoys views across neighbouring fields and the kitchen garden, and has a wonderful sense of seclusion. There is also a cottage garden with brick path at the front.

The grounds are undoubtedly one of The Mount's defining features. Carefully nurtured and full of interest, they offer a variety of enchanting spaces to explore. Formal lawns, extensive flower beds, mature trees and brick pathways lead through the landscape, while a former tennis court has been transformed into an attractive lawn with a pond. The productive kitchen garden includes espaliered fruit trees, vegetable beds, a greenhouse and a fruit cage as well as roses, lavender, floral borders and a magnificent walnut tree.

Further garden areas reveal the remains of Victorian hothouses, a pergola draped with vines, and richly planted beds filled with flowers, vegetables and fruit trees including fig and quince. Opposite the conservatory stands a Victorian pavilion in which to entertain and from which to enjoy the gardens in all weathers.

A range of historic outbuildings enhances the property's versatility, including a former estate office now used as a cabin with beautiful views, potting sheds, an old wash house, dairy, coach house, well and pump, and a triple garage and three useful rooms above. These spaces offer excellent potential for storage, home working, creative studios or a variety of other uses.

The Mount presents a rare opportunity to acquire a distinguished country home of remarkable character, surrounded by exceptional gardens and countryside, while remaining within easy reach of rail connections, transport links and local amenities. It is a truly special property in an outstanding setting.

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