This kitchen could steal some hearts

Granite worktops, central island, butler sink and German-built integrated appliances. Homes & Living found an old farmhouse with kitchen appeal.

Follow the private lane to Clephanden, a farmhouse dating from 1903, which comes with 2.25 acres. The five-bedroom house, with twobedroom detached guest annexe is at Woodchurch Road, Tenterden and is priced at £1.165m, with Fine & Country. There’s a double garage as well as a cart barn and the centre of Tenterden is a short walk away. Hallway leads to a large square lounge with open brick fireplace and oak flooring. A window seat overlooks the front garden. There’s also a snug, which has a classy cast iron fireplace. The 27ft x 17ft kitchen/diner is triple aspect, with a recently fitted bespoke handmade kitchen. It has granite worktops and a central island. Integrated appliances are by Miele and there’s a butler sink and oil-fired Aga. French doors lead to a conservatory, where the travertine-tiled floor has underfloor heating. There’s a utility room and cloakroom and the five bedrooms are all on the first floor, with two bathrooms. The annexe is next to the garage and has two en suite bedrooms. Lovely gardens include terrace, lawn, mature trees, greenhouse and pond. There is a kitchen garden and a small orchard with crab apple, cherry, plum and pear.

HOUSE DETAILS Address: Woodchurch Road, Tenterden Price: £1.165m Agent: Fine & Country