4 bedroom detached house for sale

A charming and characterful detached period cottage situated on a quiet private road with its own secluded woodland and set within countryside surroundings.

DESCRIPTION

A charming detached cottage situated on a private, no through road, in a serene rural setting, just three miles from village amenities. This beautiful home retains the charm of period features incorporating modern comfort. Surrounded by extensive grounds and secluded private woodland, a perfect countryside retreat.

FEATURES

- Access to the Cottage is via the rear into a boot room, which opens into a spacious utility room. This area includes space for laundry appliances and an American-style fridge/freezer, along with ample storage and separate shower room. A secondary staircase from the utility room offers additional access to the first floor.

- The adjoining kitchen/breakfast area is dual aspect and is filled with natural light. The painted units feature wood and granite worktops, integrated dishwasher, an electric AGA and Belfast sink. The central island unit provides additional workspace and includes a built-in wine fridge.

- The spacious sitting/dining room offers a dual aspect with delightful views to both the front and rear of the property. Featuring a wood-burning stove, with a wood surround, wooden flooring and a further staircase to the first floor.

- The principal bedroom has an ensuite bathroom with roll top bath and separate shower.

- A smaller adjacent bedroom can serve as a versatile dressing room or study.

- Two additional bedrooms, accessible from the secondary staircase or through the principal bedroom, one with fitted wardrobes.

- The Cottage is set within beautiful mature garden and grounds, bordered by hedging. There is a spacious patio for outside dining and the rear garden has a gentle flowing stream with a picturesque bridge that leads into the private woodland.

- Additionally, there is a detached timber frame garage with the potential to convert to a studio/office (subject to the usual planning consent). There is a brick outbuilding and parking for three cars.

SITUATION

The property is situated in a country lane in a rural location. The village of Chiddingstone is within 2.7 miles and the historic village of Penshurst within 2.9 miles. Both have a primary school, public house, church and stately homes.

The property also offers good access to the local town of Edenbridge (5.9 miles) and further afield, Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge all with comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities.

There are many picturesque country walks, bridle paths and village pubs.

Mainline rail services in the area include Cowden (2 miles) Hever (2.9 miles) and Edenbridge (5.9 miles) stations with services to London Bridge. Hildenborough (7 miles) and Sevenoaks (11.6 miles) stations have fast services to Cannon St/Charing Cross/London Bridge.

There are a number of primary schools in the local area including Chiddingstone and Hever. The area offers a wide range of well-regarded secondary schools in both the public and private sectors. There are Grammar schools for both boys and girls in Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks.

Leisure facilities include Golf Courses at Hever, sailing at Bough Beech Reservoir and racing at Lingfield Park. There is also a private health/fitness centre at Nizels, Tonbridge School Sports Centre and Edenbridge Leisure Centre.

The A21 gives access to the M25 and the motorway network, Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted airports, Channel Tunnel Terminus and Ports, as well as Ebbsfleet International Terminal and Bluewater.

DIRECTIONS

From Sevenoaks High Street, proceed south, turning right into Weald Road. Follow the road towards Weald village, and fork left at the church. At the crossroads proceed straight across into Scabharbour Road. Continue on this road until reaching Chiddingstone Causeway, at the T junction turn right. Proceed for approx. 0.5 miles and turn left signposted Chiddingstone. At the T-junction turn left at the Triangle Oast and proceed for approx. 2 miles past The Rock Public House. Continue for approx. 0.3 miles to Chiddingstone Hoath village green. Turn left towards Penshurst/Tunbridge Wells, and Oakenden Lane (unmarked) will be found immediately on the left. Proceed down the lane and Keepers Cottage will be found on the right.

PROPERTY INFORMATION

- Services: Mains water, electricity. Private oil tank and private drainage.
- Local Authority: Sevenoaks District Council
- Council Tax band: G (£3,981.54 for 2024/25)
- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.

The property is set in a country lane with a rural location with the village of Chiddingstone within 2.7 miles and the historic village of Penshurst within 2.9 miles. Both have a primary school, public house, church and stately homes.

The property also offers good access to the local town of Edenbridge (5.9 miles) with a Waitrose, and further afield, Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge all with comprehensive shopping. There are many picturesque country walks, bridle paths, village pubs and local leisure facilities.

Mainline rail services in the area include Cowden (2 miles) Hever (2.9 miles) and Edenbridge (5.9 miles) stations with services to London Bridge. Hildenborough (7 miles) and Sevenoaks (11.6 miles) stations have fast services to Cannon St/Charing Cross/London Bridge.

There are a good number of well regarded schools in the local area including Chiddingstone, Hever and Leigh Primary Schools. Grammar Schools for both Boys and Girls in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells as well as the grammar annexe in Sevenoaks. Tonbridge and Sevenoaks Public Schools and a variety of Preparatory Schools in and around Sevenoaks and Tonbridge including Hilden Grange, the Schools at Somerhill and New Beacon. Holmewood House at Langton Green and Walthamstow Hall for Girls.

Leisure facilities include Golf Courses at Hever and Nizels, sailing at Bough Beech Reservoir and racing at Lingfield Park. There is also a private health/fitness centre at Nizels. Tonbridge School Sports Centre and Edenbridge Leisure Centre.

The A21 gives access to the M25 and the motorway network, Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted airports, Channel Tunnel Terminus and Ports, as well as Ebbsfleet International Terminal and Bluewater.