An exciting opportunity to build a spectacular 'Grand Designs' style eco-home, situated within the incredible setting of a half acre walled garden, surrounded by beautiful farmland and fruit orchards. Formerly part of the Mount Ephraim Estate in the idyllic and sought after village of Hernhill, the property enjoys a magnificent rural setting, yet is within just a few miles of the cathedral city of Canterbury, the bustling market town of Faversham and the charming seaside town of Whitstable.

This innovative project represents the very highest standards in architecture and will be the realisation of over four years of collaboration between the current owners and Richard Hawkes of Hawkes Architecture (renowned for several of his projects having appeared on Channel 4's 'Grand Designs' programme). The unique, angular design of the main house, along with the carefully designed landscaping of the gardens & grounds pays homage to the natural quadrant design of the walled garden. The walled garden itself was constructed circa 1910 and its distinctive red brick elevations not only provide an unrivalled degree of seclusion for the house, but also create a pleasant micro-climate for the gardens.

The main house will comprise four bedrooms, each with a well-appointed en-suite, whilst the principal bedroom will benefit from a full en-suite bathroom and a dressing room. The living spaces will be vast, open plan areas, bathed in natural light, with part-vaulted ceilings and extensive glazing affording fine views over the manicured gardens and grounds. There will be two, separate reception rooms (one of which could easily serve as a fifth bedroom) and the kitchen will be complemented by a large utility room.

There is also an original brick built workshop and potting sheds, which may be possible to convert into a guest annexe or pool room in the future. The landscaping plan for the gardens have been as equally meticulous as the design for the house itself, including wildflower meadows, fruit trees, formal ornamental gardens and a natural outdoor swimming pool. There will be a double garage and parking for three cars within the walled garden and a separate driveway with parking for four additional cars just outside.

In terms of services, there is currently electricity and water on site. Drainage would be dealt with by way of a sewerage treatment plant (not currently in place) and there is a right of way into the ditch in the neighbouring field.

SITUATION:

The Walled Garden is situated in a conservation area just outside the picturesque village of Hernhill, nestled within some beautiful countryside with outstanding views over the surrounding orchards and rolling farmland.

The village itself lies approximately three miles to the east of Faversham and only seven miles from the cathedral city of Canterbury and has a picturesque village green, overlooked by a fifteenth century Church of St Michael and the historic Red Lion public house. The village is also served by another pub, The Three Horseshoes and an outstanding primary school.

Nearby Blean Woods, which have been designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest, cover more than eleven square miles are ideal for a peaceful walk. The closest village is Boughton-under-Blean, which benefits from another good primary school, a post office, a village store, several pubs and a restaurant. Hernhill is also close to the A2 which gives easy access to the motorway network for both London and the coast.

The nearby town of Faversham offers a far wider range of shopping, leisure and recreational amenities, including an indoor and outdoor swimming pool, a cinema, a museum and numerous good pubs and restaurants.

The town is served by a good selection of primary schools and two secondary schools, one of which being the renowned Queen Elizabeth Grammar School. A wider selection of state, grammar and private schools can be found and Canterbury and both Faversham and Canterbury have mainline stations with a high speed link to London St Pancras.

The bustling seaside town of Whitstable is approximately five miles away and is famous for its seafood and annual oyster festival held at the vibrant harbour and picturesque quayside.









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