A sprawling manor, once a country escape for the deans of Canterbury Cathedral, is back on the market with an almost £1 million price drop.

The Deanery in Parish Road, Chartham, is Grade II*- listed and was up for sale in 2023 for £2.75 million.

Now, it has been relisted by estate agents Finn’s Canterbury for £1.85 million.

The property, which has features dating back to the 13th century, had been used as a country residence for the deans of Canterbury Cathedral since the Reformation.

In the 17th century, it was sold to Leghorn merchant Anthony Lefroy as a private home, which it has stayed.

The most recent owners have died, and the executor of the estate is selling the house.

The interior contains the roof and three walls of the great hall, built by Prior Henry of Eastry in 1303, and two crown posts, built in 1394.

It was largely restored and remodelled in 1728.

Now, visitors are greeted in the magnificent former great hall, which is a huge vaulted reception room and entertaining space with a sweeping bifurcating staircase and period fireplace.

The main house is approached by a gravel driveway to the pillared entrance.

Deanery Cottage - formerly a brick barn that has recently been renovated - is also included in the sale.

Formal gardens lie to the rear of the house and are enclosed by traditional brick walls and high fencing.

Finn’s Canterbury said: “Grade II-listed on account of its important history and interesting architecture, The Deanery is an exceptional and intriguing home.

“The property has strong ecclesiastical connections and was for many years the country residence of the deans of Canterbury Cathedral.

“It is situated on the rural outskirts of the popular residential village of Chartham in an extremely accessible location.”