The Riding School, Kennels and Stable Courtyard - About 9.01 acres (3.64 ha)

A wonderful range of Grade II listed buildings dating from the late 18th century comprising partially converted former stable, indoor riding school, kennels and cottages set around a central courtyard.

The main riding school currently comprises one large open space, with a separate lobby and former raised viewing gallery at the eastern end. The building has been used for storage of vehicles and machinery in recent times, but is a light space, lit by rows of metal framed windows. This space offers huge potential to a purchaser, subject to obtaining all necessary planning and listed building consents.

To the south of the riding school, is a u-shaped range of former stables and cottages which are now converted to form 9 units as follows: 1 The Kennels – Two reception rooms, two bedrooms and a bathroom. Redecorated in 2020. 2 The Kennels – Two receptions rooms, two bedrooms and a bathroom. Redecorated in 2020. 3 The Kennels – Reception room, two bedrooms and a bathroom. 4 The Kennels – Two receptions rooms, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Renovated in 2019. 5 The Kennels – One reception room, one bedroom and bathroom. 6 The Kennels – One reception room, two bedrooms and a bathroom. 7 & 8 The Kennels – Arranged as two commercial units. 9 The Kennels – Two reception rooms, two bedrooms and a bathroom.

This property has 9.01 acres of land.

Situation

The Kennel complex is part of the wider and historic Waldershare Park Estate which has been within the ownership of the Earls of Guilford for over 250 years. Now offered for sale by the 10th Earl Guilford, the property offers a diverse portfolio with great development potential subject to planning, in an accessible but rural east Kent location.

Local amenities include public house, Church and village store in the nearby village of Eythorne. The property is approximately 14 miles from Canterbury’s schools, shops and array of further amenities. Locally there are superstores at Whitfield (about 3 miles), and shops in Temple Ewell and River. There are good schools locally, both in the independent and state sectors.

The A2 and A20/M20 are easily accessed and the High Speed service to London St Pancras runs from Dover Priory and Ashford International, with journey times from 66 and 36 minutes respectively

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