A listed part of a 15th-century Wealden hall house
Old School Lane, Maidstone, £425,000
What: Hidden behind secure electric gates, The Buttery, dates from the 15th century. Originally part of a traditional Wealden hall house, it’s Grade II*-listed, has three bedrooms and sits at the entrance to Mote Park, just outside Maidstone.
Inside: The timber frame, exposed beams and gently irregular proportions make it clear that this is a slice of history. The living-cum-dining space here exudes warmth – those ancient exposed timbers and inglenook fireplace could tell a few tales and you can almost smell the freshly baked loaves from what was once the bread oven. The separate kitchen is a home for mod cons yet without losing that sense of history. Underneath the living area is an ancient cellar – the perfect storage spot for someone’s wine collection. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, two of them doubles. The third bedroom would work well as a child’s bedroom, guest room or study for anyone working from home. In the bathroom, a little window positioned just above the capacious tub means you can peep outside while you loofah your back.
Outside: There’s parking for several cars, and space for al fresco dining and children to play in. Mature planting and views make it a great, private spot. You’ve got the 450 acres of Mote Park itself on the doorstep.
Why we love it: It’s a chance to enjoy historic hall house living on a very manageable smaller scale and in a secure setting, with Maidstone’s amenities close at hand..
Contact: 0203 987 1739; uniquepropertycompany.co.uk
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