Tucked away in the heart of the Kent countryside, in the picturesque village of Horsmonden, Capel Manor Courtyard is an exceptional seven-bedroom residence that seamlessly blends rich heritage with refined contemporary living.
Formerly the stable block and coachman’s house to the grand Capel Manor, this striking property is steeped in character. The original manor—an imposing Italian Gothic-style country house—was designed around 1860 by celebrated architect Thomas Henry Wyatt, commissioned by John Francis Austen, a relative of Jane Austen. Although the main house was demolished in the late 1960s, the Courtyard endures as a beautiful and lasting legacy of the estate’s distinguished past.
Today, Capel Manor Courtyard has been transformed into a stylish and spacious family home, arranged around a stunning central Mediterranean-style courtyard—the heart of this remarkable property.
Upon entry, you are welcomed into a generous open-plan kitchen, dining, and living area with elegant Crittall French doors that open directly onto the courtyard—perfect for entertaining and relaxed family life.
The formal drawing room flows into a cosy library, and a long hallway leads to two well-appointed ground-floor bedroom suites. A separate family/snug room, adjacent to the kitchen, provides access to an upstairs suite complete with dressing room and private bathroom. An additional bedroom suite, also accessed from the snug, enjoys views over the courtyard.
The principal suite enjoys its own entrance from the main corridor and includes two dressing rooms, a spacious bathroom, and a private staircase leading up to the serene principal bedroom.
Additional features include a dedicated study, boot room, and laundry room, rounding out the main house’s versatile layout.
Accessed via the courtyard, a self-contained annexe provides flexible ancillary accommodation—ideal for guests, multi-generational living, or short-term letting. It comprises a bespoke kitchen, dining and living room, conservatory, two charming bedroom suites, and a private garden.
The landscaped gardens and grounds are a true highlight—immaculately designed and included in the National Garden Scheme, a mark of horticultural excellence. A heated swimming pool and pool house, productive vegetable garden, greenhouse, and manicured lawns are all enclosed within a tranquil and private setting.
A large, gated driveway offers ample parking and leads to two enclosed garages and two open carports.
Capel Manor Courtyard enjoys a peaceful position on the edge of Horsmonden village, known for its traditional green and range of local amenities, including shops, cafés, a doctor’s surgery, and a well-regarded primary school.
The property is just a 10-minute drive from Paddock Wood, offering direct rail services to London Cannon Street, London Bridge, Waterloo East, and Charing Cross. Additional services are available from nearby Tonbridge and Royal Tunbridge Wells (London Bridge from approx. 40 minutes).
In addition, the area offers an excellent selection of schools in both the state and independent sectors, including Horsmonden Primary, Saint Ronan’s, Marlborough House, Dulwich Prep, and The Schools at Somerhill, along with a wide choice of grammar and public schools in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.