The following text is from the original listed building designation:
1. 5280 RIVERHEAD RIVERHEAD Chipstead Lane (South Side)
The Old Cottage TQ 5156 25/962 10.9.54.
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2. Hall house of early C15 or earlier. 2 storeys. Gable end to road, roof hipped at rear. Large tiled roof. Oversailing gable end on 3 stout brackets. Off-centre gable on east front with later stone chimney built against it. Visible stout timber framing with plaster or painted brick filling. Weatherboarded on 3-window east front. Modern casements and modern door of old oak. Said to have crown posts remaining.
The Old Cottage, the Old Farm House, and the stable building form a group.
Listing NGR: TQ5129856101

English Heritage, List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest (Map). SKE16160.