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£980,000

Farthing Common, Lyminge, Folkestone

Land size
1 acres
Bedrooms
5
Bathrooms
3

Key Features

  • Substantial Five-Bedroom Detached Family Home
  • Approximately 3,184 Sq. Ft. of Accommodation
  • Beautifully Established Gardens Extending to Approximately One Acre
  • Elevated Position with Far-Reaching Coastal and Countryside Views
  • Highly Desirable Farthing Common Location
  • Three Generous Reception Rooms Offering Versatile Family Living
  • Principal Bedroom with En-Suite Shower Room
  • Extensive First-Floor Balcony with Panoramic Views
  • Large Integral Garage and Generous Private Driveway
  • Situated Within the Kent Downs National Landscape

Description

Impressive Five-Bedroom Detached Family Home Set in Approximately One Acre with Far-Reaching Coastal and Countryside Views. Occupying an enviable elevated position in the highly desirable rural setting of Farthing Common, within the Kent Downs National Landscape, this substantial five-bedroom detached family home offers approximately 3,184 sq. ft. of spacious and versatile accommodation, complemented by beautifully established gardens extending to approximately one acre and breathtaking panoramic views across the surrounding countryside towards the coastline and as far as Winchelsea.

Approached via a generous private driveway, the property enjoys a wonderful sense of space and seclusion, surrounded by mature trees, established hedging and attractive landscaped gardens. Offering an excellent balance of comfortable family living, flexible reception space and impressive outdoor surroundings, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial home in one of the area's most picturesque countryside locations.

The ground floor provides a particularly versatile arrangement of accommodation, ideal for modern family life and entertaining. A welcoming entrance hall leads to a selection of generous reception rooms, including a spacious sitting room, a separate dining room and an impressive family room measuring approximately 18'11" x 14'4". These well-proportioned living spaces provide plenty of room for both formal entertaining and relaxed everyday living.

The kitchen is complemented by a separate kitchen/breakfast room, offering a practical arrangement for family meals and daily activities. Further benefits include a useful utility room and a ground-floor cloakroom, adding to the convenience of this substantial home.

Upstairs, the property offers five well-proportioned bedrooms, providing excellent flexibility for larger families, visiting guests or those requiring dedicated home-working space. The impressive principal bedroom benefits from its own en-suite shower room.

Outside, the grounds are undoubtedly one of the property's standout features. Extending to approximately one acre, the beautifully established gardens offer extensive areas of lawn, mature specimen trees, colourful planted borders and established hedging, creating a wonderfully private and peaceful setting.

The generous gardens provide ample space for outdoor entertaining, family activities and gardening, while an attractive pergola walkway adds character and interest to the landscaped surroundings. A substantial terrace adjoining the house offers further opportunities for alfresco dining and relaxation.

To the front, the property is approached along a generous driveway providing extensive off-road parking and access to the large integral garage, measuring approximately 28'1" x 17'3", offering excellent space for vehicles, storage or workshop use.

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Farthing Common is a highly desirable rural location situated within the beautiful Kent Downs National Landscape, formerly designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Renowned for its breathtaking countryside scenery, elevated position and peaceful surroundings, this picturesque setting offers an exceptional opportunity to enjoy rural living in one of Kent's most attractive landscapes.

Surrounded by rolling hills, open countryside, mature woodland and scenic walking routes, Farthing Common is particularly appealing to those seeking tranquillity, privacy and a close connection with nature. Its elevated position provides spectacular panoramic views across the surrounding countryside, with some locations enjoying far-reaching vistas towards the Kent coastline and across to Winchelsea.

Despite its peaceful rural setting, Farthing Common remains conveniently positioned for access to nearby villages and towns. The charming village of Lyminge offers a range of everyday amenities, including local shops, a primary school and traditional village facilities, while the popular coastal town of Hythe provides a wider selection of independent boutiques, cafés, restaurants, supermarkets and leisure facilities.

The nearby town of Folkestone offers further shopping, entertainment and recreational opportunities, together with high-speed rail services to London St Pancras International. Convenient access to the M20 motorway also provides connections towards Ashford, Canterbury and the wider motorway network.

For those who enjoy outdoor pursuits, the surrounding Kent Downs countryside offers an abundance of opportunities for walking, cycling and exploring picturesque villages, ancient woodland and scenic trails. The beautiful Kent coastline, including the beaches and promenades of Hythe and Folkestone, is also within easy reach.

Combining outstanding natural beauty, peaceful countryside surroundings and convenient access to the coast and nearby amenities, Farthing Common offers a truly enviable lifestyle. Its attractive rural setting and far-reaching views make it a particularly sought-after location for buyers seeking a country home without feeling isolated from everyday conveniences.

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Property details

Tenure
Freehold
Council Tax Band
G
Date Posted
2026-11-09

Market Value Analysis

Compared with 1,592 Homes with Land listings in South East England (1+ acres).

This Property£980,000 / acre
Homes with Land Average (1+ acres) £327,741 / acre
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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
58 D
64 D

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
Oil Heating, Open Fire
Broadband
Cable Internet
Sewerage
Septic Tank / Private

Rights & Restrictions

Public Rights of Way
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Private Rights of Way
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Listed Property
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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
Garage, Driveway
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

7 Mbps

Under 10 Mbps here

Suitable for

  • Basic browsing & email

Fixed wireless access may also be an option here.

Mobile signal

OutdoorsIndoorsEE Good NoneO2 Good NoneThree Good NoneVodafone Limited None

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

  • Lyminge Church of England Primary School1.5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    191
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Stowting Church of England Primary School1.7 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    106
    Type
    Voluntary controlled school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • Sellindge Primary School2.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    198
    Type
    Community school
  • Saltwood CofE Primary School3 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    4 to 11
    Pupils
    202
    Type
    Voluntary aided school
    Faith
    Church of England
  • St Augustine's Catholic Primary School3.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    5 to 11
    Pupils
    179
    Type
    Academy converter
    Faith
    Catholic

Secondary

  • Brockhill Park Performing Arts College2.8 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,314
    Type
    Academy converter
  • Turner Free School4.6 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    997
    Type
    Free schools
  • The Harvey Grammar School5 milesNo Ofsted rating
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,005
    Type
    Academy converter
    Gender
    Boys
  • The Folkestone School for Girls5.2 milesOfsted: Good
    Ages
    11 to 18
    Pupils
    1,145
    Type
    Academy converter
    Gender
    Girls
  • Folkestone Academy5.3 milesOfsted report card · May 2026
    Ages
    11 to 19
    Pupils
    936
    Type
    Academy sponsor led

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

Co-op Sellindge, Sellindge2.5 miles
Sainsburys Hythe, Hythe3.5 miles
Iceland Hythe, Hythe3.7 miles

GP surgery

Church Road1.5 miles

Pharmacy

Lyminge Pharmacy1.5 miles

Hospital

Royal Victoria Hospital5.6 miles

Green space

Public Park Or Garden204 metres

Walking trail

North Downs Way229 metres

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

The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.

Getting Around

Nearest station

Westenhanger Rail Station2 miles

Nearest bus stop

Farthing Common350 metres

Typical drive times

Hythe10 min · 6 miles
Ashford18 min · 12 miles
Folkestone13 min · 8.2 miles
Canterbury (city)18 min · 11 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.

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. 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

Very low risk

Planning map: Flood Zone 1.

Surface water

Very low risk

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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