Medieval home near Winnie-the-Pooh forest yours for £3.5m

This stunning six bedroom period home dates as far back as the 1300s and backs onto the picturesque Ashdown Forest in the village of Hartfield, the setting for the Winnie the Pooh books by AA Milne and located seven miles from Tunbridge Wells.

The only slight catch may be the price at £3.5 million.

The new owners of the property, Forest Gate, will be greeted by the extensive grounds as they make their way to the house through wrought iron gates and up the driveway.

In the reception hall, there are exposed timbers, oak floors and a inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove.

Forest Gate, the £3.5 million property for sale in Hartfield: credit - Maison Partnership

The drawing room is flooded with natural light with large windows looking out onto the property's gardens.

The property also boasts a grand dining room, as well as a hand-crafted country-style kitchen/breakfast room, which features a centre island and breakfast bar, granite work surfaces and wine chiller.

Forest Gate, the £3.5 million property for sale in Hartfield: credit - Maison Partnership

Just off from the kitchen is a family room with patio doors, that lead out into the home's vast gardens.

Up the balustrade staircase are five of the bedrooms, each with fitted wardrobes and fantastic views.

Outside, the property also has several outbuildings, including a barn-style garage, store rooms, a private gym, and a self-contained annex with a bedroom with its own kitchen and shower facilities.

Forest Gate, the £3.5 million property for sale in Hartfield: credit - Maison Partnership

If all this isn't enough, this home also has its own tennis court, a lily-filled pond, six stables, and swimming pool.

Forest Gate, the £3.5 million property for sale in Hartfield: credit - Maison Partnership

The new owners will also be able to access Ashdown Forest, originally a medieval hunting forest, from the boundary.

It is being sold by Maison Partnership at 0333 242 3292.