The following text is from the original listed building designation:
HALSTEAD HALSTEAD 1. 5280 Shoreham Lane (North Side) (Off) "Colgates" (the former Colgates Farm House, now a property separate from the farm) TQ 46 SE 37/501 II 2. L-shaped building of C16 origin with substantial alterations C18 and later. Timber-framed structure rendered at rear shows steeply-pitched gable-ended tiled roofs. Main north elevation of 2 storeys and attic, 3 windows (the centre blocked on 1st floor). High pitched slated roof with end chimneys and 2 square dormers. C18 brick facade with late C19 or early C20 projecting ground floor and 1st floor canted bay windows. Inside massive stopped chamfered beams on both floors. Associated with the Colgate family who emigrated to USA for religious reasons and now make soap and tooth paste.
Listing NGR: TQ4944561524

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