Cowden, TN8 7HN

Set within a glorious sweep of open countryside, this striking contemporary barn offers an exceptional lifestyle, combining bold architectural design with complete privacy and far-reaching rural views towards the Ashdown Forest. Behind electric gates, a sweeping approach leads to a beautifully crafted home finished in cedar cladding with a sleek standing seam roof, perfectly positioned within its grounds to take full advantage of the surrounding landscape. Expansive terraces wrap around the house, creating superb spaces for outdoor entertaining and seamless indoor–outdoor living. A vast open-plan kitchen/reception space forms theheart of the home, with vaulted ceilings, dramatic glazing and a wonderful sense of volume and light throughout. The bespoke kitchen is complemented by a statement central island, while a stylish bar and entertaining area elevate the space further ideal for hosting on any scale. A cinema room, study and utility room provide excellent additional versatility. The bedroom accommodation is equally well considered, with a spacious primary suite providing a dressing room and en suite bathroom. The glass bridge links up with three further generous bedrooms, all with beautifully appointed en-suite bathrooms and fitted storage. Internally, the property is truly impressive. A standout feature is the home’s commitment to sustainability, operating with off-grid energy supported by a biomass system, offering low running costs, efficiency and a forward-thinking approach to country living. Substantial solar power with battery storage. Outside the electric gated entrances provide access to the grounds complemented by a detached double garage, ample off road parking and uninterrupted views in every direction. The garden offers good privacy and is arranged with large areas of lawn enclosed by mature hedging and flanked by an extensive paved terrace providing wonderful entertaining space. This is rare opportunity to acquire a highly individual, design-led country home where lifestyle, privacy and sustainability are perfectly balanced. Location Cowden railway station 1.74 miles (London Bridge from 53 minutes). Edenbridge town station 5.86 miles (London Bridge from 44 minutes). The property is situated within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and enjoys fantastic far-reaching views over the surrounding Kentish countryside. It sits on the outskirts of the picturesque and sought-after village of Cowden, with its many period houses and popular traditional inn, with footpath walks from the doorstep leading to the village or to wonderful countryside. The local towns of Edenbridge, East Grinstead provide an extensive choice of shopping, commercial and recreational facilities as does the vibrant spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells. There are many well-regarded schools in the local area including Chiddingstone Primary School (Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’), Brambletye at East Grinstead, Hilden Grange Preparatory, Holmewood House at Langton Green, Somerhill in Tonbridge,The New Beacon in Sevenoaks and grammar schools for both boys and girls in Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks.