Strutt & Parker are pleased to bring Yaldham Manor to the market for the first time in over 50 years. This traditional Kentish Estate extends to about 144 acres, and as well as the Manor House, has 5 cottages, a range of traditional farm buildings, and an Oast House for Conversion.

Marcus Binney, writing in The Times, describes the house as “perfect for an affluent couple with daughters to marry off – you could hold the reception in the Great Hall” and he was fascinated by the Glorious Chimneys, exposed beams, and distinctive design of the property.

The house, which extends to over 10,000 sq ft, is focused on the Great Hall, and has 5 other reception rooms, together with 7 bedrooms. The magnificent gardens that surround it contain a wide variety of mature trees, and topiary hedging that is said to be the tallest in the south east, with over 300 yards of yew.

Of specific interest to buyers may be the opportunity to celebrate the sexcentenary. Dendrochronolgy dates the roof timbers to 1412, giving 6 years to prepare for the party of a lifetime.

Edward Church of the firms Canterbury office, describes Yaldham as “perhaps the finest estate to come to the market in Kent this year”, and he continues “that each visit reveals more and more of the charm of the house, rarely does one visit such a warm and inviting family house, where spacious rooms create a homely feel, despite the very generous proportions.”

The property is offered in up to 6 lots. Offers are invited in the region of £4.5million for the whole.