Old WindersBarnets Hill | Peasmarsh | Rye | East Sussex | TN31 6YJ

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Old WindersThis charming five bedroom Georgian house, which is Grade II Listed, is set in nearly 2.25 acres of landscaped gardens in the parish of Peasmarsh. Offering lovely countryside views to the rear, the grounds also include a partially converted two storey annexe and a further large single storey building, which is currently used as a garage but also has planning permission for conversion to an annexe.

“We’ve been here two and a half years, having been particularly attracted by the beautiful and unconventional space of the house, which always seems to be full of light, whatever the weather,” explains Edward. “The location also enabled us to be part of a village community, yet enjoy a large garden with countryside views. Crucially, it was also within easy reach of London; Rye and Ashford provide services to St Pancras, while Battle connects to Charing Cross.”

“We haven’t altered the house as it was refurbished and perfect already,” says Michelle. “The rear wing is the oldest part, dating to circa 1750, while the front part was built around 1820 and has more formal rooms with higher ceilings. It was well maintained and sympathetically decorated so we just re-tasked some of the rooms; the dining room became a play room, the breakfast room our dining space, and one of the first floor bedrooms a living room for my mum.”

“The house is sheltered by many mature trees, while none is too close,” continues Edward. “Of particular note are the lovely Japanese maples, a magnolia, a Scots pine with a wisteria growing through it and a productive sweet chestnut. A paved terrace adjoins the house at the back and there are various areas of lawn, includ-ing a croquet lawn and a former lawn tennis court, which is now a ‘secret garden’ surrounded by trees and shrubs; the space has enabled us to host a garden party for 70.”

“We’ve enjoyed harvests of apples, pears and blackberries from the garden and even been able to make elderflower cordial,” adds Michelle. “The large outbuilding, which we’ve used as a garage, was originally constructed when the property func-tioned as a market garden business and there’s a traditional wood greenhouse that has been refurbished under the Listing. The garden is also a haven for wildlife. We’ve had blue tits nesting in the rambling roses, while the large pond is home to moorhens, frogs and newts.”

“The village is an active community with lots going on,” comments Edward. “There’s a convenient local supermarket with a Post Office and a garage just a quarter of a mile down the road, while the primary school is in the village centre. Rye is delightful and takes about 10 minutes; Tenterden is 20 minutes away, Hastings and Ashford about half an hour.”

“It’s been a wonderful place to live but our needs have changed and we would like to downsize,” conclude Edward and Michelle. “However, we will especially miss the fabulous garden, and our neighbours, who have been very good friends.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

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A substantial detached light and airy country property with well proportioned rooms. Listed as being of architectural and historic interest, offering excellent family accommodation, with a classic late Georgian facade and front portion to the house together with an 18th century beamed rear portion and many original period features.

The numerous outbuildings are all set within glorious gardens of 2.2 acres. entrance hall, drawing room, sitting room/library/TV room, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room, cloakroom, four double bedrooms one with en suite shower, family bathroom, bedroom five with en suite and sitting room/office, gas fired central heating, stunning loggia with utility room, log shed, 32 ft. greenhouse, detached double garage with planning permission for single storey ancillary accommodation, detached single garage/workshop, outside garden WC, two storey annexe with existing planning permission for conversion.

Old Winders has mellow elevations of brick, weatherboarding and tile hung beneath peg tiled and pitched roofs.

The Georgian portion features tall sash windows, internal shutters and a central entrance portico with semi-circular fan light above a panelled door with fluted ionic pilasters, leading to the Georgian hall.

Main Reception HallA fine turned Georgian staircase with moulded handrail to the first floor with storage cupboard beneath. Doors off to Drawing Room and Sitting Room, open doorway through to Rear Hall, with doors to Kitchen, Dining Room and Cloakroom. French doors and side window open onto eastern terrace and garden.

Drawing RoomTall sash window with shutters. Original period fireplace of the Adam style with window to side. Dado rail and quarry tiled hearth. Door onto Eastern terrace and garden.

Sitting Room/Library/TVTall sash window with shutters. Original period fireplace of the Adam style, arched and panelled decorative alcoves on either side, one with additional window to orchard, the other with built-in drawers.

Dining RoomExposed timbers, oak flooring and cast iron fireplace fitted with gas fire. A recess with side windows and French doors opens onto the driveway and orchard beyond. Additional side window with oak shutters.

Kitchen/Breakfast RoomA large open plan ‘L’ shaped room, exposed timbers, tiled throughout. Partly vaulted ceiling in the kitchen area, five ring LACANCHE oven,

twin ceramic sink, recess for fridge/freezer. In the breakfast area is a wood burning stove and built-in dresser with cupboards. A door leads out onto the south facing Loggia/Terrace, main garden and Utility Room.

Main Landing leading through to Inner Landing.

Master BedroomWith original period built-in cupboards. Tall sash window, far reaching view over farm land to Wittersham Church. Cast iron fireplace with original ornamental surround.

Bedroom TwoTall sash window with views to the North, additional window to rear overlooking garden. Cast iron fireplace with impressive Adam style surround.

Inner Landing, Bedroom Three and Four Overlooking the orchard to the West. Family bathroom. Airing Cupboard. Staircase to second floor.

Bedroom Five With en suite, sitting room/office exposed timbers and window overlooking the garden.

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The property is approached from the road via electric gates opening into a large pea beach driveway with ample space for a number of cars and access to the garages.

AnnexeTwo Storey of brick and stone with part weather boarded external elevations. Peg tiled Mansard roof. Two ground floor rooms, single first floor room with additional space for en suite. Existing consents (RR/2005/190/P) (RR/2005/191/L) for conversion to guest annexe. Would make excellent office accommodation Please note works have already started on this conversion.

Double GarageFour windows and paved flooring. Planning Permission for further ancillary accommodation. (RR/2013/1477/P)

Garage/WorkshopDouble doors and door to the rear.Log Store and Garden WCBetween the Annexe and Garage/Workshop

GreenhouseTraditional wooden framed 32 ft. long.

GardensGlorious gardens which provide colour and interest throughout the year are planted with an enormous number of specimen trees and shrubs, including: camellias, rhododendrons, peonies, azaleas and wisterias, evergreen fir trees, eucalyptus, oak and a grand white magnolia Alba. A secret garden is within an area which was once the old grass tennis court. There are areas of sweeping lawn, a small orchard and a York stone paved terrace adjacent to the Loggia. A natural pond attracts a variety of wild life and the boundaries to the East and South back onto open farmland.

LocationSituated on the edge of the village of Peasmarsh which offers a good range of local services including a large independently owned supermarket, a primary school, two public houses and the Parish Church of St. Peter and St. Paul. The Ancient Town and Cinque Port of Rye is just 6 miles away and is famed for its historical associations, period architecture, medieval fortifications and cobbled ways. The town offers a range of local shops, restaurants and train services on the Brighton to Ashford branch line with fast connections to London (37 minutes) and the Continent. To the west is the historic town of Hastings with its seafront and promenade whilst inland are the towns of Battle with its Abbey and Tenterden with its tree lined High Street

and green swards which also offers a good range of shopping facilities and amenities. The coast is within easy reach and the area boasts a host of tourist and leisure attractions including Great Dixter, Bodiam Castle and Smallhythe Place. Secondary schools include Robertsbridge Community College and Rye College. Private schools in the area include Vine Hall at Robertsbridge, Marlborough House at Hawkhurst, Benenden Girl’s School, Buckswood School at Guestling and Kings College at Canterbury.

AccessA21 to M25, Gatwick and Heathrow. Rye Station to Ashford, 37 minute high speed link to St Pancras London. Eurostar trains, Ashford International to the Continent. Channel Tunnel, Folkestone to Calais. Schools: Dulwich Preparatory, Vine Hall, Marlborough House, St Ronans and Benenden. Amenities: Shopping in historic Rye and Jempson’s Supermarket in Peasmarsh. Additional shopping in the major market town of Tenterden where there are two supermarkets. Leisure: Several golf clubs including the prestigious links course of Rye and nearby, windsurfing and long sandy beaches. A yacht club, tennis club and bird sanctuary are all within the area. Services: Mains Gas/Water/Electricity

Local Authority and Council Tax Band Rother District and G

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 20.07.2015

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EPC Exempt - Grade II Listed

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Fine & Country Tenterden 37 High Street, Tenterden, Kent TN30 6BJ

Tel 01580 766 388

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