Coombe Lane, Woodnesborough, Sandwich
- Land size
- 1 acres
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 1
Key Features
- Viewing appointments are limited to proceedable parties only*
- Detached, Edwardian home full of character and period charm
- Set within approximately 1-acre of private woodland
- Requires full refurbishment with huge potential
- Recently renewed slate roof to the main building
- Rarely available and offered to the market chain free
Description
*Private viewings will be limited to applicants in a position to immediately proceed to purchase. This includes applicants who are NOT dependant on an associated sale, or those who are currently under offer in a complete chain.
Set within approximately an acre of private woodland, this Edwardian detached house presents a rare opportunity for buyers seeking a character property with enormous potential. Surrounded by mature trees and a natural setting that provides both privacy and seclusion, the house combines period charm with the promise of a rewarding refurbishment project. While the property requires comprehensive renovation, it has the significant benefit of a recently renewed slate roof, providing a solid foundation for future works. Offered to the market chain free, this is an exceptional chance to create a bespoke home in a truly special location.
The ground floor offers generous proportions and a traditional layout with multiple reception spaces that lend themselves to both formal entertaining and comfortable family living. Original features typical of the Edwardian era are present, offering the opportunity to retain and enhance the character of the property during its restoration. The flow of rooms provides a versatile arrangement, with ample scope for reconfiguration to suit modern needs.
Upstairs, the first floor comprises a series of bedrooms arranged around a central landing, each enjoying views over the surrounding woodland. The accommodation is well balanced, with plenty of space to create a comfortable principal bedroom suite alongside additional rooms ideal for family, guests or work-from-home use.
Externally, the house is set within around an acre of woodland, accessed via a right of way along a long treelined driveway from Coombe Lane. The grounds provide a tranquil and picturesque environment, perfectly complementing the character of the house. Outbuildings and ancillary spaces offer further potential for storage or workshop use, subject to renovation. This unique setting, coupled with the scope to transform the property, makes it a highly desirable project for those looking to create a dream home in an idyllic and private location.
Situation - Woodnesborough is a charming semi-rural village on the outskirts of Sandwich, offering a peaceful countryside setting while remaining well connected. The village enjoys a strong sense of community, with a parish church, village hall, playing field and local events bringing residents together throughout the year. Everyday amenities and further shopping, dining and leisure facilities can be found in the nearby historic town of Sandwich, just a few minutes’ drive away, while the vibrant city of Canterbury is within easy reach for a wider selection of shops, restaurants, cultural attractions and excellent schooling options. For commuters, the area is well served by road links and mainline railway stations at Sandwich and Canterbury, providing direct services to London and the coast. Surrounded by open farmland and rural walks, Woodnesborough combines a scenic, village lifestyle with the convenience of being close to two of East Kent’s most desirable towns.
Ground Floor -
Entrance Hall -
Drawing Room - 6.15 x 6.51 (max) (20'2" x 21'4" (max)) -
Reception Room - 3.65 x 4.77 (max) (11'11" x 15'7" (max)) -
Kitchen - 3.88 x 520 (max) (12'8" x 1706'0" (max)) -
Reception Room - 3.33 x 3.79 (10'11" x 12'5") -
Hall -
Dining Rom - 3.69 x 4.90 (max) (12'1" x 16'0" (max)) -
Utility Room - 2.48 x 3.97 (max) (8'1" x 13'0" (max)) -
Cloakroom -
First Floor -
Landing -
Bathroom -
Bedroom 3 - 3.14 x 3.96 (10'3" x 12'11") -
Bedroom 2 - 3.47 x 3.95 (11'4" x 12'11") -
Bedroom 5 (To) - 3.27 x 3.35 (max) (10'8" x 10'11" (max)) -
Bedroom 4 (To) - 3.46 x 3.18 (11'4" x 10'5") -
Lobby Area - 3.10 x 3.18 (10'2" x 10'5") -
Bedroom 1 - 3.65 x 4.22 (11'11" x 13'10") -
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Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- F
- Date Posted
- 2026-09-30
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,734 Homes with Land listings in South East England (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Yes
- Private Rights of Way
- Yes
- Listed Property
- Ask Agent
- 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
32 Mbps
Superfast
Suitable for
- HD streaming
- Video calls
- Web & social
Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.
Mobile signal
Predicted 4G and 5G signal; 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.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Ash Cartwright and Kelsey Church of England Primary School1 mileOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 3 to 11
- Pupils
- 183
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Eastry Church of England Primary School1.8 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 150
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Sandwich Junior School1.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 7 to 11
- Pupils
- 222
- Type
- Community school
- Sandwich Infant School1.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 5 to 7
- Pupils
- 99
- Type
- Academy converter
- Worth Primary School2.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 68
- Type
- Academy converter
Secondary
- Sandwich Technology School1.9 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,104
- Type
- Academy converter
- Sir Roger Manwood's School2.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 981
- Type
- Academy converter
- Goodwin Academy5.8 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 780
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Orion Spires6.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 620
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- The Royal Harbour Academy6.9 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,045
- 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
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
Environment Agency open data, checked around the advertised map pin for the listed acreage. Long-term risk counts flood defences; the planning map's flood zones do not. The map pin for this listing is approximate, so these readings describe the surrounding area. Provided by LandSale, not the listing agent, and not part of the agent's particulars. Risk varies across a holding, so verify before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Planning map: Flood Zone 1.
Surface water
These bandings are the summary. Where this location sits on the flood maps, plus planning activity, heritage and ground risks, is in the full report.
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