Lakeside
Lakeside is a stunning period country residence in a glorious lakeside setting. Believed to date from the late 19th century, the detached country house offers well-proportioned, flexible accommodation in a tranquil setting, surrounded by farmland and scattered period homes.
Once forming part of the original Harbourne Estate, Lakeside enjoy a glorious lakeside position set within seven acres of immaculate gardens and grounds. The house is presented in exceptional decorative condition and has been thoughtfully updated and extended to provide flexible living space.
Inside there is a selection of elegant reception rooms including a sitting room with south-facing French doors and a striking drawing room with open fireplace, dining area and a spiral staircase leading up to a galleried study.
A stunning fitted kitchen with central island and integrated appliances opens to an oak framed breakfast/living room with magnificent views over the garden and lake. An oak framed conservatory offers exceptional views and direct access to the outdoor swimming pool and gym. There are four beautifully presented bedrooms, each with en-suite, two of which sit on the ground floor with doors opening onto the gardens.
The landscaped grounds with manicured lawns provide a magical setting, stretching from the house to a heated swimming pool and the scenic lake bordered by mature trees including weeping willow and silver birch. Alongside there is a timber framed summer kitchen, party area and fishing piers to enjoy the delightful outlook.
Beyond the lake, there is an area of bluebell woodland interspersed with wild garlic and spring flowers with an overspill pond.
Additional buildings include an art studio, greenhouse, boathouse/storage room, boiler room, bin store and log store.
Lakeside represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial period home in a discreet and unspoilt location. With generous accommodation and inherent character, it is an ideal country retreat with good local amenities in the historic town of Tenterden, around 11 miles from Ashford with a high speed train link to London from 37 minutes.
Lakeside is on the market with Savills Cranbrook & East Kent with a guide price in excess of £2,250,000. Contact Duncan Petrie or Sarah Hunt on 01580720161.
