The Forstal Appledore, Kent

Located in the heart of a pretty village in Appledore is this magnificent character property. Set in an acre of grounds with a swimming pool for the summer, tennis court and a croquet lawn, perfect for large family gatherings or groups of friends. Ideally located for relaxing and exploring, with the village pub, tearoom, and shop only a few doors away. The area is noted for its bluebells in the spring with many woodland walks with panoramic views over the Romney Marsh. The market town of Tenterden, with its tree-lined High Street and restaurants is 6 miles away and you are very close to the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Appledore has a station with trains to Rye (6 miles) and Hastings (19 miles) and Camber is a 10 mile drive. You can follow the coastline to the beaches of North Kent, enjoying the many historic houses, castles, and vineyards along the way.

The entrance hall with its grand staircase and doors leading off into the four reception rooms. On your left enter reception room one with a large bay window, comfortable seating arranged around the Smart TV and a feature fireplace. The Sitting Room, which is reception room number two, also has a large bay window and a working fireplace for the winter with cosy sofas, leading through to a snug with a TV and a sofa which then leads into a very spacious and bright kitchen and dining area. Reception room four is the drawing room with seating and French doors to the garden. The kitchen/diner is the heart of the house, with garden views and doors leading out onto the terrace. The kitchen has a 5 door Aga with a dishwasher and under-counter fridge. It is well-equipped for catering to large groups and has a separate walk-in pantry with a fridge/freezer. The dining area in the kitchen has a large dining table and seating for 10 with doors opening to the terrace and a walled garden with a croquet lawn. The utility room has plenty of space for hanging coats and storing shoes and boots. and there is a separate WC. Upstairs in the main house there is a light-filled landing with doors leading into the master bedroom with a super-king-size bed with stunning views over the garden. The Jack and Jill bathroom with WC is shared with a bedroom with super-king bed and views to the front. The other super-king bedroom with views to the front shares a Jack and Jill bathroom with a twin room with garden views. From the kitchen there is a staircase to the attached annexe where you will find a king-sized bedroom with en-suite shower room and another super king-size bedroom overlooking the garden, and another bathroom.

Outside, the garden has many different areas to enjoy. From the kitchen or drawing room step out onto the terrace which has an outdoor table and chairs, loungers, and a BBQ. Stroll through the box-lined path of the walled garden with its croquet lawn into a wild meadow area and follow the path to the tennis court. Back through the garden, take time to stop and admire (but please don’t touch) Shelia, a much-loved art installation. The swimming pool is in an enclosed area which is terraced, with sun loungers. Swimming pool available from beginning April until the end of October.