The Street, West Hougham, Dover
- Land size
- 1.8 acres
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Exceptional Grade II listed Georgian country house set within approximately 1.8 acres of private and mature landscaped grounds.
- Elegant period accommodation featuring high ceilings, sash windows, fireplaces and beautifully proportioned reception rooms.
- Four double bedrooms including principal rooms with sash windows, fitted storage and en-suite/WC facilities.
- Substantial cellar and extensive roof void offering significant storage or potential for further development (STPP).
- Extensive range of traditional outbuildings including barn, stables and storage buildings with conversion potential (STPP).
- Chain-free sale in the peaceful rural West Hougham setting within easy reach of Dover and Canterbury.
- OPEN HOUSE: Friday 29th May 2026 (Strictly by appointment only)
Description
Situated on The Street in the rural village of West Hougham, this exceptional Grade II listed Georgian country house is a rare and significant offering, set within approximately 1.8 acres of private and beautifully landscaped grounds. The property has been carefully maintained while retaining a wealth of original features, including high ceilings, sash-windows, and elegant reception spaces. Offered to the market chain-free, with extensive accommodation, outbuildings (barn & stables), and significant further potential.
The ground floor is arranged around a grand central entrance hall, which sets the tone for the scale and character found throughout the home. To the front of the property are two impressive principal reception rooms, comprising a drawing room and a formal dining room, both featuring bay windows and focal fireplaces, creating refined spaces ideal for entertaining. A further family living room provides a more relaxed setting and enjoys a dual-aspect outlook with access through to a rear garden room, connecting the principal living spaces with the garden beyond. The kitchen is positioned to the rear and is fitted with units, ample work surfaces and storage, complemented by a walk-in larder. A rear glass porch provides a practical utility area, while a downstairs WC completes the ground floor accommodation.
To the first floor, a central landing provides access to four well-proportioned double bedrooms. The two principal front-facing bedrooms both feature attractive bay windows overlooking the private grounds, along with fitted storage and access to individual WC facilities with wash hand basins. To the rear of the property are two further double bedrooms, one of which benefits from a private en-suite bathroom. A separate family bathroom serves the remaining accommodation. In addition, the property offers a substantial cellar comprising three individual rooms with lighting and power, as well as a large roof void accessed via a fixed staircase from the en-suite bedroom, offering significant storage or conversion potential (subject to the necessary consents).
Externally, the property is set within approximately 1.8 acres of mature and well-maintained grounds, featuring extensive lawns, established tree lines, hedging, flower beds and carefully considered landscaping throughout. The gardens include a walled section, a productive allotment area, and a ground-level pond set beneath a mature willow tree, creating a particularly picturesque setting. A swimming pool is also located within a walled and hedge-enclosed area to the side of the property, currently requiring refurbishment but offering excellent potential for reinstatement.
A substantial in-and-out driveway provides off-street parking for multiple vehicles and leads to a range of traditional outbuildings, including a brick and flint barn with large doors suitable for vehicle access, storage or potential conversion (subject to consents). A further set of brick and flint stables offers scope for equestrian use or alternative storage, while an additional tin barn provides further practical outbuilding space. To the rear of the grounds is a fenced paddock area with direct access from the main gardens, well suited to equestrian or lifestyle use.
Situation - West Hougham is a small and peaceful rural village situated within easy reach of Dover and the surrounding East Kent countryside. The area is characterised by open farmland, rolling landscapes and a strong sense of rural seclusion, while remaining conveniently positioned for access to Dover, with its mainline transport links, shopping facilities and seafront amenities. The historic cathedral city of Canterbury is also within comfortable driving distance, offering a wider range of cultural, educational and commercial facilities. This combination of countryside living and accessibility makes the location particularly desirable for those seeking space, privacy and heritage in a well-connected setting.
Lower Ground Floor -
Cellar - Room 1 - 4.34 x 4.56 (14'2" x 14'11") -
Cellar - Room 2 - 3.85 x 4.34 (12'7" x 14'2") -
Cellar - Room 3 - 2.32 x 4.34 (7'7" x 14'2" ) -
Ground Floor -
Entrance Hallway -
Dining Room - 3.99 x 5.56 (13'1" x 18'2") -
Drawing Room - 4.69 x 5.14 (15'4" x 16'10") -
Kitchen - 5.03 x 5.25 (16'6" x 17'2") -
Pantry -
Greenhouse - 1.92 x 3.71 (6'3" x 12'2") -
Living Room - 3.99 x 5.73 (13'1" x 18'9") -
Conservatory - 3.14 x 3.20 (10'3" x 10'5") -
First Floor -
Bedroom 1 - 4.46 x 4.67 (14'7" x 15'3") -
Bedroom 2 - 3.92 x 4.64 (12'10" x 15'2") -
Wc -
Bedroom 3 - 4.76 x 5.46 (15'7" x 17'10") -
En-Suite Bathroom -
Bedroom 4 - 2.83 x 5.51 (9'3" x 18'0") -
Jack & Jill Bathroom -
Main Bathroom -
External -
Stone Barn - 6.10 x 13.28 (20'0" x 43'6") -
Tin Barn - 6.46 x 9.85 (21'2" x 32'3") -
Stables - 3.61 x 13.58 (11'10" x 44'6") -
Ground-Level Swimming Pool -
Agents Notes - This property is Grade II Listed. List entry no. 1363384.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- G
- Date Posted
- 2026-05-21
Market Value Analysis
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Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Gas Central Heating
- Broadband
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- Sewerage
- Mains
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
- Yes
- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1 Mbps
Under 10 Mbps here
Suitable for
- Basic browsing & email
Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.
Mobile signal
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Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Capel-le-Ferne Primary School1.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 170
- Type
- Community school
- Aycliffe Community Primary School2.2 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 82
- Type
- Community school
- St Martin's School2.3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 183
- Type
- Academy converter
- River Primary School2.5 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 384
- Type
- Community school
- White Cliffs Primary and Nursery School2.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 277
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- Astor Secondary School2.4 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 732
- Type
- Academy converter
- Dover Grammar School for Boys2.4 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 960
- Type
- Foundation school
- Gender
- Boys
- Dover Grammar School for Girls3.3 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 847
- Type
- Community school
- Gender
- Girls
- St Edmund's Catholic School3.4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 644
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Roman Catholic
- Folkestone Academy3.5 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 936
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Walking trail
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Getting Around
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Flood Risk
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- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
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- Ground risks (included in the full report)
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