Magnificent Period Features in an English Tudor House

Once owned by a celebrated Rolling Stones photographer, Alderden exudes a magical, creative atmosphere that is both captivating and inspiring. This astonishing country house, occupying one-half of a grand Tudor manor dating back to the 16th century or earlier, offers unique rooms packed with historical charm.

Spanning over 5,400 sq ft, the six-bedroom home is defined by its immense timber frame and intricate leaded windows. A sensitive restoration has highlighted its rare historic features, including extensive paneling and remarkably intricate carved fireplace surrounds.

The beautiful gardens, which blend seamlessly with the surrounding countryside, feature a large swimming pool and expansive lawns, creating a serene oasis that complements the home’s enchanting character.

The open-plan dining and sitting room is located in the center of the historic home and has access to the charming garden on either side.

The sitting area is centered around a large brick inglenook.

The kitchen is a beautiful space with mint green cabinets, a window seat with pink cushion, a checkerboard floor, and green tiles.

The sitting room stands out with a run of 17th-century paneling. It features an exquisitely finished Jacobean overmantel adorned with carved pilasters, angels, and intricate patterns. A dentilled cornice runs along the top of the room, just below the beams, and is embellished with unique and expressive carved wooden heads.

The second sitting room is crowned by a molded bressummer beam, which still bears its original painted decoration, which depicts a serpentine line surrounding green-painted Tudor roses. 

There is a beautiful garden surrounding the house with planted borders of jasmine, roses, and woodland honeysuckle. 

The house is listed for £1,950,000 at Inigo.