7 bed detached house for sale

Imposing 7, 500 Sq/Ft Residence, +1 Bedroom Annex, 1.25 Acres, On Leeds Village Fringes ME17

Imposing Period Residence, Seven Bedrooms Plus One Bedroom Annex, Five Reception Rooms, Five Bathrooms, Large Kitchen Diner Opening to Garden Room, In-Excess of 7,500 Sq/ Ft, Nestled in Grounds of Approximately 1.25 Acres, Open Fireplaces, Vaulted Ceilings, Timber Floors, Sash Windows, Versatile Layout, Large Families, Multigenerational, Running a Business From Home, Double Garage, Carport, Numerous Outbuildings, Two Large Sweeping Driveways, Idyllic Semi-Rural Setting on Fringes of Leeds Village, Excellent Road and Rail Networks, Highly Regarded Schooling Options

Fine & Country proudly presents Bleak House, an impressive period home of substantial scale and timeless character. Nestled in an idyllic semi-rural setting on the fringes of the historic village of Leeds, this exceptional residence offers privacy, space, and a rare blend of period charm and modern versatility.

Rich in heritage, the property is believed to date in part to the Tudor era, with later additions enhancing both its size and appeal.

Brought to market for the first time in nearly four decades, Bleak House provides over 7,500 sq ft of flexible living space. This includes a four-room basement with natural light and a separate one-bedroom annexe, ideal for extended family, guests, or potential rental income.

Throughout the home, original features add warmth and character: High ceilings, sash windows, ornate fireplaces in both marble and timber, and polished wooden floors. There are five principal reception rooms, each offering its own ambiance. The drawing room and study enjoy a southerly aspect, with an open fireplace and inset gas fire respectively. A generous billiard room provides the perfect space for entertaining, while the dining, sitting room, with French doors leading to the garden, was once the home’s original kitchen. To the west, a spacious conservatory opens into the kitchen and captures the afternoon sun beautifully.

The kitchen, breakfast room is well appointed, featuring a range of fitted units with granite work surfaces, a central island, and a full complement of appliances, including a four oven aga and companion. To the rear, a walk-in larder, utility room, laundry and guest WC provide useful everyday functionality.

A striking staircase leads to the split level first floor. The principal bedroom suite is particularly special, with a private staircase leading to a large en suite bathroom and a dressing room complete with extensive fitted storage and eaves access. Five further bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a shower room complete the first floor, while the second floor offers two additional bedrooms, one currently used as a sitting room, alongside a bathroom and kitchenette, making this an ideal retreat for teenagers or long-term guests.

The basement level comprises four natural light filled rooms with their own entrance, offering enormous potential for conversion, perhaps as a gym, wine cellar, studio, or home office.

Outside, the property sits within mature and established gardens of around 1.2 acres. Towering redwoods and a range of ornamental trees and shrubs offer colour and structure throughout the seasons. A sweeping driveway leads to the front of the house, while a secondary access to the north provides additional parking and access to the garage, carport, and a selection of outbuildings.

Attached to the main house by the double garage, the Bleak House Studio is a well-presented ground floor annexe comprising a kitchen, living area, bedroom and shower room, perfect as ancillary accommodation, or guest quarters.

Location

Leeds village is idyllically situated within one of the most desirable regions of Kent, providing ease of access to the superb road and rail networks into the Capital, as well as to many beautiful coastal towns. For families, there is a well-regarded primary school within the village itself, and a wide selection of excellent state, grammar, and independent schools nearby.

The historic Leeds Castle Estate, just minutes away, offers a stunning backdrop for local walks and leisure, and features its own 9-hole golf course along with a vibrant calendar of events throughout the year. Residents also benefit from access to the village’s well equipped playing fields, with football pitches, tennis courts, woodland walks, and a range of children’s play areas. The village itself enjoys a traditional village atmosphere, with a church and a charming country inn, public house at its heart.

Freehold
Council Tax Band G & B
EPC Ratings E & E
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Utilities: - Electric / Gas / Mains Water / Cable TV or Satellite / Phone / Broadband
Drainage is via private Cesspool - unknown if meets current requirements - professional advice should be sought