WALKER Residential is developing three new homes behind Wittersham Court, a grade two listed manor house within a stone's throw of the village's parish church.

One of the houses, known as Wakehurst Place, has been sold already. The second one, called Wellbrook Gate, has been designed in the style of a late Georgian rectory.

Internally, the ground floor high ceilings have moulded cornices and the accommodation includes a fine reception hall, drawing room with fireplace, dining room, kitchen and family room with utility or scullery off. True to tradition, it also incorporates a rector's study.

Upstairs, there is a galleried landing, master bedroom suite with en-suite bathroom, guests suite of bedroom and bathroom, three further bedrooms and a family bathroom.

The other property, Court Cottage, is a period farm building undergoing restoration and conversion to a mainly single storey house.

Exposed beams are being retained and timber-framed mullioned windows with be provided. The master bedroom, on the ground floor, has a cathedral ceiling.

Wellbrook Cottage is priced at £545,000 and Court Cottage £495,00. Contact the agents, Cluttons, on 01622 756000.