House for sale in High Street, Hawkhurst, Cranbrook

Wellington House is an imposing and historically significant Grade II listed Georgian residence constructed in 1834. The property is believed to have been built for Henry Winchester, Lord Mayor of London, and the house takes its name from the Duke of Wellington, who is understood to have visited the property historically.

The current owners have carefully maintained and enjoyed the property since purchasing it in 2020, appreciating both its remarkable proportions and its adaptability for modern family life. Throughout the house there is a wonderful sense of light and scale, created by ceilings extending beyond 3.5 metres in height together with large sash windows that draw natural light deep into the accommodation.

The house combines elegant period detailing with highly flexible accommodation arranged over four floors, including extensive cellar space and a separate annexe that provides additional versatility for guest accommodation, home working or multi-generational living.

Accommodation

The spacious ground floor accommodation is centred around a welcoming entrance hall, which provides access to the principal reception rooms and enjoys an attractive outlook towards the rear garden.

The drawing room is an elegant and generously proportioned space, enhanced by large sash windows, original detailing and a Chesneys 5kW log burner. Adjacent reception rooms provide excellent flexibility for both formal entertaining and relaxed everyday family living.

The kitchen is fitted with traditional in-frame wooden cabinetry and offers ample dining and preparation space. Versatile rooms sit to either side, with the current owners using one as a home office and one as a family snug. Large sash windows ensure that both rooms are flooded with light.

The utility room is set to the side of the hallway and is a generous space, with ample room for laundry facilities and storage.

One of the defining features of Wellington House is the extensive basement level, which spans the footprint of the property and provides substantial storage together with excellent flexibility for recreation, gym space, hobbies or further ancillary accommodation.

Arranged across the upper floors are five bedrooms and three bathrooms, including a generous principal bedroom created by combining two rooms. The bedroom accommodation is highly adaptable and could easily accommodate a variety of family requirements.

Gardens and External Spaces

The property is approached via a sweeping carriage driveway, in which a working fountain forms the centrepiece, creating an impressive first impression. There is parking for approximately six vehicles.

The gardens are beautifully secluded and provide a peaceful setting with mature planting and terraced areas designed for both relaxation and entertaining. An attractive courtyard terrace links the main house with the separate annexe and creates a sheltered outdoor seating area.

The annexe itself is a particularly valuable addition, offering independent accommodation with living space, kitchen and bathroom facilities. Over the years it has served a variety of purposes including guest accommodation, additional family space and home working.

Additional storage and outbuildings provide practical space for bicycles, logs and garden equipment.

Material Information Disclosure -

National Trading Standards Material Information Part B Requirements (information that should be established for all properties)

Property Construction – brick and block / other

Property Roofing – slate tiles

Electricity Supply -  National Grid

Water Supply -  Direct mains water

Sewerage – Standard UK domestic

Heating - Central heating (gas) / Wood burner/open fire

Broadband –  FTTC (fibre to the cabinet)

Mobile Signal / Coverage -  good

National Trading Standards Material Information Part C Requirements (information that may or may not need to be established depending on whether the property is affected or impacted by the issue in question)

Building Safety –  no known concerns

Restrictions – listed building

Rights and Easements – no known concerns

Flood Risk -  no known concerns

Coastal Erosion Risk - no known concerns

Planning Permission -  no known concerns

Accessibility / Adaptations -  no known concerns

Coalfield / Mining Area -  no known concerns

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One of the major attractions of Wellington House is the balance between its peaceful private setting and its close proximity to the centre of Hawkhurst village.

The village offers an excellent range of amenities including Waitrose, Tesco, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, traditional pubs and the boutique Kino cinema, all within walking distance of the property. The owners particularly enjoy the strong sense of community together with the excellent local food scene and outdoor lifestyle opportunities.

The surrounding countryside is renowned for its orchards, hop fields and extensive walking routes.

There is excellent access to both state and private schooling, including Cranbrook School, St Ronan’s, Bethany School, Claremont and Dulwich College, with convenient local bus services available.

Mainline rail services are readily accessible from Etchingham and Tonbridge, offering regular connection to London.