For Sale4 Bedroom Detached House in Billet Hill, Ash, Kent, TN15£1,100,000

GUIDE PRICE £1,100,000 - £1,200,000 The Oast House enjoys an idyllic position along Billet Hill, surrounded by open farmland and uninterrupted countryside on the edge of Ash. Believed to date back to the 1800s, this handsome square oast once played a vital role in Kent’s hop-drying tradition before its careful conversion into a striking country home. Nearly thirty years ago, the present owners embarked on a sensitive restoration, breathing new life into the building while celebrating its rural heritage through the retention of original flintwork, exposed timbers and traditional detailing. Stepping inside, the house immediately combines a sense of warmth and space. The impressive family kitchen is the focal point of the home, beautifully fitted with bespoke cabinetry, a central island and comfortable dining area, ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Double doors open directly to the patio, drawing in natural light and connecting seamlessly with the gardens. The sitting room is an inviting retreat featuring a wood-burning stove and exposed brickwork, while the adjoining sunroom makes the most of the south-facing aspect and garden views throughout the year. A further snug provides an intimate space for reading or relaxation, and the versatile ground-floor bedroom and bathroom offer flexibility for guests or extended family. The first floor reveals three further bedrooms and well-appointed bathrooms, each finished to a high standard and showcasing vaulted ceilings, character beams and carefully chosen fittings. Every room feels individual yet in keeping with the building’s period charm. The grounds extend to around one and a half acres, thoughtfully landscaped to include lawns, mature borders and secluded seating areas. The outdoor kitchen and entertaining terrace capture the best of the evening sun, while a separate area is devoted to productive gardening with raised beds, ponds and open paddock-style space. Practical additions include an external laundry and boiler room, a substantial oak-framed double garage and a collection of outbuildings offering excellent potential for a home office, gym or workshop. The Oast House represents a rare opportunity to purchase a unique, unlisted period property whose heritage, craftsmanship and setting together create a home of exceptional quality. Properties of this calibre in such a picturesque and accessible location are seldom available, and early viewing is strongly advised. Location    The setting combines rural peace with excellent accessibility. Ash village retains a strong sense of community and is conveniently placed for local primary schools including New Ash Green Primary and Fawkham Church of England Primary, while secondary schooling is well catered for with Longfield Academy, Meopham School and the renowned grammar schools in Dartford and Gravesend all within easy reach. Longfield station provides rail services to London Victoria in just under thirty minutes, and the nearby A2 and M25 connect to Ebbsfleet International, Bluewater and Gatwick Airport. For leisure, the London Golf Club and Brands Hatch circuit are both close at hand. Seller Insight    Set within the picturesque village of Ash, surrounded by rolling fields and timeless countryside views, this remarkable property began life in the 1800s as a traditional square oast house. Originally built for drying and storing hops, and being unloved for many years, it was purchased by the owners 28 years ago. With much innovation and commitment, together with essential skills, the property has been thoughtfully and sympathetically converted and extended into an outstanding family home. The transformation has preserved the charm and heritage of the original structure whilst introducing modern comfort alongside, the utmost luxury, thereby creating a home that perfectly balances period character with contemporary living. .    The square oast design gives the building a distinctive presence, its sold flint walls and exposed beams stand as a reminder of Kent’s rich history. Once inside, the property unfolds into a series of elegant and beautifully appointed spaces. The conversion has been undertaken with great care, retaining original features whilst introducing spacious, light filled rooms ideal for modern day life. Windows frame idyllic rural views whilst underfloor heating and qualitative finishes bring a sense of understated luxury. The heart of this home is the spacious family/ kitchen area, with its bespoke individual design - a perfect blend of welcoming warmth; an ideal space when the owners are entertaining. Large doors from this room open out onto an inviting patio creating a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor living. This cosy sitting room, with its wood burning stove, leads into the conservatory and on into the beautiful garden. .    The owners have given as much attention and care to their garden as to the house, with its outside kitchen, together with stunning landscaped gardens which wrap around the house providing both privacy and open vistas into the surrounding countryside. In addition, its useful outbuildings presently provide space for storage, a workroom plus a delightful summerhouse/office. The village has a strong sense of community with access to a wealth of amenities from schools, shopping, travel, whether by road or rail. The London Golf Club is located here which has hosted the European Open Championship. Brands Hatch is on the doorstep, and it is just a few minutes to Bluewater retail centre. The owners purchased this property with a vision to honour its history whilst embracing modern living and have achieved something truly special. The former oast house now stands not only as a stunning family home but also as a testament to Kent’s rural heritage. A unique blend of tradition, craftsmanship and contemporary comfort located in such a charming and convenient location. Entrance Hall    Composite panelled door. Window to side. LTV flooring. Plain vaulted ceiling. Underfloor heating. Door to ensuite shower room. Door to bedroom. Sitting Room 21'3" x 14'2" (6.48m x 4.32m). Double glazed windows to rear and front. Beamed ceiling. LTV flooring. Exposed stone and brick walls. Two cast iron radiators. Oak mantlepiece. Wood burner. Snug 10'10" x 10'2" (3.3m x 3.1m). Plain beamed ceiling. Parquet flooring. Brick surround fireplace with wood burner. Radiator. Door to staircase. Sliding door to WC. Door to Sun Room. Sun Room 8'4" x 8'3" (2.54m x 2.51m). Wooden framed double glazed glass panels. Tiled flooring. Corrugated polycarbonate ceiling. Electric feature fire. French doors to garden. WC 5'9" x 2'10" (1.75m x 0.86m). Window to side. Plain ceiling with downlights. LTV flooring. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Low level WC. Heated towel rail. Kitchen/Breakfast/Dining Room/Family Room 23'3" x 20'5" (7.09m x 6.22m). Double glazed windows to each side. Stable door to rear. Plain ceiling with downlights. Part vaulted with three skylights. Amtico flooring with underfloor heating. Wall and base units with granite work tops over. Built-in banquet seating area. Fireplace. Fisher Paykel fridge/freezer. Miele double oven (combi oven with warming drawer). Miele dishwasher. Wine fridge. Central island with Bora induction electric hob with extractor and in-built seating under. Pantry cupboard. Storage cupboards. Suspended LED lighting. French doors to patio. Jack & Jill Cloakroom/En-Suite Shower Room 6'7" x 6'5" (2m x 1.96m). Window to front. Plain ceiling with downlights. Tiled flooring. Seated shower and cubicle with overhead and handheld shower. Tiled walls. Heated towel rail. Heated mirror. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Low level WC, Storage cupboard. Electric underfloor heating,. Door to bedroom. Bedroom 14'11" x 13' (4.55m x 3.96m). Double glazed French doors to side. Double glazed window to side. LTV flooring with underfloor heating. Plain vaulted ceiling with downlights. Fitted wardrobes. Door to ensuite shower room. Landing    Double glazed window to side. Plain ceiling. Carpet. Fireplace. Storage. Bedroom 12'6" (3.8m) extending to 15'2" (4.62m) x 11'11" (3.63m). Double glazed windows to front with window seat. Double glazed window to side. Vaulted beamed ceiling. Carpet. Radiator. Built-in storage cupboard. Cupboard housing water cylinder. Ensuite Shower Room 6'5" x 4'11" (1.96m x 1.5m). Double glazed window to side. Vaulted plain ceiling. Vinyl flooring. Tiled walls. Shower with overhead and handheld shower attachment and steamer. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Low level WC. Bedroom 13'6" x 9'9" (4.11m x 2.97m). Double glazed window to front and side. Plain vaulted ceiling. Carpet. Radiator. Built-in storage. Bedroom 9'10" x 6'4" (3m x 1.93m). Double glazed window to side. Vaulted beamed ceiling. Carpet. Radiator. Beamed walls. Small overhead built-in storage. Bathroom/Shower Room 10'5" x 6'5" (3.18m x 1.96m). Double glazed window to rear. Plain ceiling. Tiled flooring. Panelled bath in feature surround. Pedestal wash hand basin. Shower cubicle. Period feature WC. Cast iron radiator. External Laundry/Boiler Room 8' x 5'10" (2.44m x 1.78m). Oil fired boiler. Washing machine and tumble dryer. Garden & Grounds Overall Plot Size 1.5 Acres with Potential for Submission into Paddocks. Wrap around gardens. Mature trees and shrubs. Flint feature walls. Ornamental pond. Kio pond with filtration system. Ornamental sensor lighting. Patio area. South facing steps to top field. Three outside taps. Outdoor kitchen. Sink. Double fridge. Gas barbeque. Canopy Top field (Approx. acre meadow). Housing tractor shed. Allotment Garden Polytunnel. Wild pond. Lawn area. Vegetable bed. Shed, Water treatment plant. Front patio area. Double Garage 19'11" x 19'5" (6.07m x 5.92m). Oak framed double garage. Electric roller doors. Wall and base units. Sink. Power. Water. Open vaulted roof. Concrete suspended LED lights. Electric charging vehicle point. Office/Garden Room 17'3" x 11'10" (5.26m x 3.6m). Pine cabin. Double glazed French doors to front. Two windows to front. Window to side. Vaulted. Power. Carpet tiles. Strip lighting. Workshop/Office/Gym 17'3" (5.26m) x 9'7" (2.92m) / 11'3" (3.43m) x 9'7" (2.92m). Timber cabin. Two glazed windows to front. French doors to side with two windows. Plaster. Insulated. Pitched roof. Laminate flooring. Power. LED strip lighting. Workshop/store. Shed 11'6" x 8'4" (3.5m x 2.54m). Tractor Shed 7'6" x 7'2" (2.29m x 2.18m). Electric roller door. Power and lighting. Oak framed. Tiled pitched roof. Shed 7'9" x 6'3" (2.36m x 1.9m). Parking    Parking for approximately six to seven cars via two sets of double gates, one set electric controlled metal, the other conventional wooden. Transport Information    Train Stations: Longfield 1.5 miles Borough Green & Wrotham 4.6 miles Ebbsfleet Eurostar International Station 3.5 miles Swanley 7.2 miles The distances calculated are as the crow flies. Local Schools    Primary Schools: Birtley House Independent School 0.9 miles New Ash Green Primary School 1 mile Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School 1.2 miles Leigh Academy Milestone 1.2 miles St. Edmund's Church of England Primary School 1.5 miles Secondary Schools: Leigh Academy Milestone 1.2 miles Longfield Academy 2.7 miles Meopham School 3 miles Helen Allison School 3.2 miles Grange Park School 4.1 miles Wrotham School 4.1 miles Information sourced from Rightmove (findaschool). Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria. Useful Information    We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority websites for more helpful information about the property and local area before proceeding. Some information in these details are taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making then please contact Fine & Country for verification. Tenure    The vendor confirms to us that the property is freehold. Should you proceed with the purchase of the property your solicitor must verify these details. Council Tax    We are informed this property is in band G. For confirmation please contact Sevenoaks Borough Council. Appliances/Services    The mention of any appliances and/or services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full efficient working order. Measurements    All measurements are approximate and therefore may be subject to a small margin of error. Viewings    Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 6.30 pm Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm Viewing via Fine & Country North Kent office. Ref    FCNK/CB/DH/251021 - NKT000267/D1