For any golfer with big ambitions or a love of luxury, a truly unique opportunity has emerged in the picturesque village of Smarden, Kent.
Appletrees – a stunning five- bedroom Victorian home set in two acres of landscaped gardens – is now for sale, complete with one of the most impressive private golf academies in the UK
Built in 1890 and restored by each of its five owners, Appletrees blends historic charm with state-of-the-art amenities.
TOUR WINNERS
But what truly sets this property apart is the world-class golf facility developed by renowned Kent PGA coach Paul Foston, whose pupils have won 11 times on Tour and made Ryder Cup history.
Over the past two decades, this has been Foston’s personal base for delivering over 1,000 lessons per year.
The Academy, hailed as “world class” by the PGA’s Kyle Phillpots, features a sophisticated short game area with an 1,800 sq ft Huxley chipping green, 900 sq ft championship-standard putting green, splash bunker, and a 6-foot-deep St Andrews-style revetted bunker.
A restored 18th-century Normandy barn houses high-tech coaching equipment, making it a serious training centre for elite players and an unmatched setting for golf coaching professionals.
UNIQUE LAYOUT
But the possibilities stretch far beyond the fairway. With its multiple barns and flexible layout, Appletrees offers the potential for multi-generational living, boutique business use, or a dream work- from-home setup with panoramic garden views.
The original barn, now used as a home office, could easily accommodate a studio or separate living quarters.
LOCATION
Located just minutes from major transport hubs including Ashford International and Headcorn station, Appletrees is ideal for commuters and international travellers alike.
The village of Smarden offers traditional English charm with local pubs, a butcher, post office, and even the famous Big Cat Sanctuary.
The home itself is refined living, complete with en-suite bedrooms, premium kitchen appliances, and botanical gardens alive with birdsong and wildlife.
Whether you’re hosting a corporate golf day, coaching clients from around the world, or simply enjoying the quiet beauty of the Kent countryside, Appletrees offers a rare lifestyle.
As Paul and Angela Foston prepare for retirement, they leave behind a legacy property that’s more than just bricks and mortar—it’s a place of passion, performance, and personal joy.
They told Golf News “Appletrees has captured the hearts of all five owners in 135 years,” they shared. “It’s been full of love, fun, success, and happiness. We’ve had a blast.”
Price £2.25M
For more information or to book a private viewing, contact Warner Gray on 01580 766044.
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