Walnut Shade Farm is a Grade II Listed reed-thatched residence set within grounds of a over three acres and offered for sale with the benefit of no onward chain. Combining period charm with contemporary design, thanks to an award-winning extension completed in 2012, this highly distinctive home is ideally suited to both families and couples seeking an idyllic rural lifestyle. With highly regarded schools nearby, its generous accommodation and further potential offered by the substantial outbuildings, Walnut Shade Farm is a property that must be viewed to fully appreciate its unique character and appeal.

From the front door porch an entrance hall leads to the principal reception rooms with a cloakroom off it. The characterful dining room provides an ideal setting for family gatherings, while its attractive inglenook fireplace perfectly reflects the charm of the original late-medieval hall-house. Beyond lies the sitting room, a welcoming and cosy retreat with a feature fireplace and dual aspect windows that allow an abundance of natural light to fill the space.
Undoubtedly the focal point of the home is the impressive kitchen/living room, created as part of the award-winning extension in 2012. Offering a striking contrast to the period elements of the property, this beautifully designed space is flooded with natural light from extensive glazing and features views over the gardens, a wood-burning stove, limestone-tiled flooring with underfloor heating, and a raised kitchen area. The result is an exceptional living and entertaining space that combines contemporary style with everyday practicality.
The original part of the house is connected to a versatile annex-style wing by a contemporary glass link. The annex has its own separate entrance door and comprises a utility room, a reception room currently utilised as a generous home office but which is designed to be a second kitchen if required, together with a double bedroom and en suite shower room. The arrangement lends itself perfectly to multi-generational living, guest accommodation, or providing greater independence for an older child living at home.

To the first floor are four bedrooms, including the principal suite, which forms part of the modern extension and enjoys vaulted ceilings, fitted wardrobes, an en suite shower room, and delightful views over the gardens. There are two characterful double bedrooms and a single bedroom/dressing room which are served by a family bathroom.

Outside
The property is approached via a remote controlled gate by a long private driveway and the house is set well back from the road with all the external boundaries belonging to the property affording an excellent degree of privacy. Extending to 3.2 acres, the grounds are undoubtedly one of the home's most impressive features and perfectly encapsulate the appeal of country living.
Lovingly landscaped during the current owners' thirty-year tenure, the gardens comprise a variety of areas of interest, including wildlife ponds, orchard, kitchen garden and expansive lawns.
A range of substantial outbuildings provides useful garaging, workshop facilities and storage space, all of which are invaluable for a property of this scale. These buildings may also offer further potential for alternative uses, subject to the necessary planning consents.
Unusually for a home of this age, Walnut Shade Farm has been brought up to date with a 16-panel solar array, which generated an income of approximately £2,750 in the last 12 months, and an EV charging point is also installed.
The property was fully re-thatched in 2012 which included adding a high degree of insulation and fire-boarding.

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