6 Bedroom Detached House

The Tower House occupies one of the most enviable positions in the heart of Tenterden, just moments from the bustling High Street, yet offers a rare combination of space, versatility, privacy and plentiful parking. Behind its beautiful Georgian facade lies a substantial and highly adaptable six bedroom / 4 bathroom home, complemented by a beautifully secluded garden of surprising scale, generous off-street parking, and a garage with studio accommodation above. It is an unusual opportunity to enjoy the convenience of town-centre living without compromising on the qualities more often associated with a country property.

Architecturally, the house has a strong presence within the streetscape, its historic form and distinctive tower marking it out as a local landmark. The original Georgian structure is complemented by an Edwardian castellated tower, added in 1904, which gives the building its unmistakable silhouette. Local tradition holds that the tower was commissioned by the owner at the time, John Ellis Mace, for his French wife, so that on a clear day she might look across the Channel towards France. Whether entirely true or not, and whether France is in fact visible from the top, it remains a wonderfully romantic story that forms part of the house’s character and folklore.

Once inside, period character is immediately evident, with generous ceiling heights, well-balanced proportions, sash and bay windows, original fireplaces and refined detailing throughout. A light-filled contemporary garden room opens directly onto the terrace, providing a striking contrast to the original house and creating a seamless connection between house and garden.One of the most unexpected and enchanting features is the lovely walled garden and the stunning far-reaching views beyond. Despite its central location, the garden feels wonderfully secluded, almost hidden away, and is of an impressive scale for a town centre setting, having been carefully landscaped and maintained.

Equally unusual for such a central position is the ample off-street parking that comes with the house. In addition to garaging within a substantial two-storey outbuilding, the property benefits from three designated spaces, all tucked behind secure shared electric gates. The outbuilding itself offers excellent scope for a variety of future uses, with garage and storage below and rooms above, ideal for conversion to ancillary accommodation, a studio, home office or a high-quality holiday let, subject to the necessary consents.

In every sense, The Tower House is a property of distinction. Prominent within Tenterden’s architectural landscape, it combines scale, seclusion and excellent parking in a way rarely found in such a central location. It is a home of character and presence, and one that would be regarded as a privilege to own and steward into its next chapter.