We’ve finally finished at Manor Cottage, in the heart of Headcorn High Street. It’s been a real joy to work here, not only because we’ve had the satisfaction of resurrecting a fabulous old building, but also because the people of Headcorn have really made us welcome. Hardly a day has gone by without someone stopping for a chat, often sharing their memories of the house and it’s owners in days gone by, and wishing us well with it. It’s a well-loved local house, and we’ve had a real sense of responsibility to the village when working on it.
We’re proud of what we’ve achieved with it – take a look at the photos here, and I hope you’ll agree that Manor Cottage is now a luxurious family home, full of character, full of light and sunshine, and soon to be full of love and laughter and fun.
If you think this might be the perfect place for you and your family, please take a look at the full details here and then get in touch – we’d love to show you around.

Congratulations to our new owner in the old landlord’s flat at the Royal Oak! With vast sash windows letting the sunshine in and a beautiful finish throughout, we know you will have years of fun and happiness here!

Well, the tiler started today at Manor Cottages, the decorators are in, and the kitchen is due soon. Finally, this somewhat-dilapidated old lady is coming back to her former glory – a fabulous five-bed family home inside a traditional Wealden timber-framed house. It was nice to see that almost all the original timber framing was in good condition, and we’ve also retained a lot of the original lathe, daub and lime plasterwork, while still managing to fit in plenty of insulation and all the accoutrements of modern living. It’s been a great project to work on – a real sense of achievement that we’ve saved an historic building for future generations to love.

It’s been a busy and exciting week at Raspberry Homes! After much discussion, we’ve just been granted permission for the revised design for three houses to the rear of the Pride of Kent, in the old car park and beer garden. We’re currently trying to schedule this project, but work is likely to commence in the second half of 2014.

The listed building and conservation team at Maidstone have approved the final part of our plans to completely renovate this beautiful old building. We’re starting work today, beginning with removing the asbestos that’s been put in over the years and making the site safe to work in. We should be full steam ahead in the New Year!

We are very excited to announce the start of our new project! We’ve just taken on a beautiful Grade II-listed cottage in Headcorn. It will need a huge amount of work, but will be a fabulous family home when it’s finished. Watch this space!

The flat above the Royal Oak (formerly the Pride of Kent) is now up for sale. Please visit Ward & Partners to arrange a viewing – the brochure is available here

We’ve had confirmation from the council that we can return the building to its former name – the Royal Oak. The building is now known as Royal Oak House!

The ground floor at the Pride of Kent is now (finally!) ready for rental. It is licensed for A3 (cafe) use, and we’ve had some interest already. We’re hopeful that an exciting new business will be opening soon in Staplehurst! Please get in touch if you are interested in renting this property.

The planning reference is now back from Maidstone Council, and is MA/12/1956/S. The statutory notices are now up around the property with this planning reference on – please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or concerns.