ShareSave
Guide Price£925,000

Swanton Road, West Peckham, Maidstone, Kent, ME18

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2

Description

GUIDE PRICE £925,000 TO £975,000. Situated in an idyllic rural setting along a quiet, narrow lane, this exceptional detached barn conversion enjoys breathtaking views across open fields and neighbouring woodlands. Nestled within a charming hamlet on the outskirts of West Peckham, the property combines peaceful countryside living with excellent accessibility. The nearby market town of Tonbridge offers a mainline station with direct links to London in under 40 minutes, while the M20 provides convenient road connections to the M25 and beyond. Beautifully reimagined by the current owners, this remarkable home seamlessly blends characterful period features with high-quality modern finishes. From the moment you step through the front door, the sense of warmth and welcome is unmistakable. The impressive 21ft dining hall immediately sets the tone, with windows and French doors opening onto a secluded secret garden, a perfect retreat to unwind with an evening drink while enjoying the sounds of the surrounding wildlife. The accommodation flows effortlessly, with a well-appointed kitchen breakfast room positioned to the rear, complementing the spectacular central lounge. This breathtaking space is truly the heart of the home, featuring a striking wood-burning stove, a vaulted ceiling, and a galleried landing above, creating a dramatic yet inviting environment ideal for both relaxing and entertaining guests. The ground floor also benefits from a practical utility room and a generously proportioned guest suite complete with its own bathroom, offering comfort and privacy for visitors. Upstairs, three further well-sized bedrooms provide delightful views over the gardens and surrounding countryside, while the luxurious family bathroom, fitted with both a bath and separate shower, serves the first floor. Externally, the property is equally impressive. A wide driveway provides ample off-street parking and leads to the integrated garage. The beautifully landscaped gardens wrap around the home, thoughtfully designed to make full use of the stunning surroundings. To the front, a level lawn offers a safe and spacious area for children to play, while a charming side seating area provides the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening drinks overlooking the rockery. A pathway leads gently upward to the main garden, where the rear truly comes into its own. Here, a generous lawn area gives way to a large elevated deck, perfectly positioned to capture the far-reaching views. Designed with entertaining in mind, this area includes a substantial covered dining space, ideal for al fresco gatherings with family and friends throughout the summer months. For those seeking a truly special home full of character, set within a peaceful rural landscape yet still within easy reach of town and transport links, this outstanding property offers the perfect balance. Arrange your viewing today to fully appreciate all that it has to offer.

Agents note: Please note that an AML fee is chargeable to the buyer once an offer is accepted to cover the cost of carrying out the required identity and anti-money laundering checks. Once these checks have been completed, the fee cannot be refunded, even if the property purchase does not go ahead.

Map Location

Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-06-10

Energy Performance Certificate

Energy Efficiency Rating

Very energy efficient - lower running costs
CurrentPotential
(92+)A
(81-91)B
(69-80)C
(55-68)D
(39-54)E
(21-38)F
(1-20)G
45 E
63 D

Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)

Utilities & Restrictions

Utilities

Electricity
Ask Agent
Water
Ask Agent
Heating
Ask Agent
Broadband
Ask Agent
Sewerage
Ask Agent

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
Ask Agent
Private Rights of Way
Ask Agent
Listed Property
Ask Agent
Restrictions
Ask Agent

Property Features

Accessibility
Ask Agent
Parking
Parking Available
Garden
Garden

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

CallsDataEE Good GoodO2 Good GoodThree Good GoodVodafone Good Good

Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.

Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.

Nearest Schools

Primary

  • Mereworth Community Primary School0.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    209
    Type
    Community school
  • Kings Hill School Primary and Nursery2.3 milesOfsted: Outstanding
    Ages
    2 to 11
    Pupils
    472
    Type
    Community school
  • Hadlow Primary School2.3 milesOfsted: Good *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    187
    Type
    Community school
  • Valley Invicta Primary School At Kings Hill2.4 milesOfsted: Outstanding *
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    226
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Plaxtol Primary School2.4 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    85
    Type
    Community school

Secondary

  • Hadlow Rural Community School2.5 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 16
    Pupils
    377
    Type
    Free schools
  • Wrotham School3.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,054
    Type
    Academy converter
  • The Malling School4.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,051
    Type
    Foundation school
  • Leigh Academy Hugh Christie4.3 milesOfsted: Requires improvement
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    688
    Type
    Academy sponsor led
  • Hillview School for Girls5.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,500
    Type
    Academy converter
    Gender
    Girls

* 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.

Amenities

Supermarket

Asda Kingshill Superstore, Kings Hill2.4 miles
Aldi Alexander Grove, Kings Hill, Kings Hill2.5 miles
Little Waitrose Kings Hill, Kings Hill2.5 miles

GP surgery

Hadlow Medical Centre2.3 miles

Pharmacy

Hadlow Pharmacy2.4 miles

Hospital

Maidstone Hospital5.9 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Wateringbury Rail Station3.1 miles

Nearest bus stop

School0.8 miles

Typical drive times

Snodland16 min · 9.7 miles
Tonbridge18 min · 8.5 miles
Paddock Wood14 min · 7.8 miles
West Malling11 min · 4.8 miles
City of London (city)56 min · 32 miles

Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.

Flood Risk

From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.

Rivers and the sea

Flood Zone 1Lower risk

Surface water

Outside the mapped risk bandsVery low risk

The detail behind these bandings, including exact zones and annual chances, any recorded past flooding, plus planning, heritage, nature and ground checks, is in the .

Important notice: Information, maps and tags on this page are supplied by the advertising agent or generated automatically. LandSale has not verified them. Relying on these details is at your own risk, always carry out independent checks before committing to a purchase.

Contact Freeman Forman, Tonbridge

146 High Street Tonbridge TN9 1BB

View agent profile

About you

Please note that LandSale will send the above details to Freeman Forman, Tonbridge only. By submitting this form, you confirm that you agree to our terms of use, our privacy policy.

Similar properties for sale