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SOLD - An immaculate detached 4 bedroom property featuring stunning modern/contemporary single storey accommodation set in 7.24 acres (*TBV) of grounds/pastureland with well presented & well equipped equestrian complex. Further planning permission has been granted to extend the dwelling by 640 sqft and add 5th and 6th double bedrooms each with en-suites/bath/shower rooms. The property is set well back off a lane at the foot of the North Downs offering doorstep access to a network of bridleways, country walks and cycle trails yet is conveniently placed for local shops and amenities being set on the fringes of Harrietsham village also with rail station connecting to London. Electronic entrance gates open onto a long private driveway leading to the dwelling which occupies a secluded elevated position enjoying a commanding view over its own land and beyond. The well maintained equestrian facilities/ outbuildings comprise: Attractive brick and block stables building including 3 loose boxes, wash down bay & solarium, secure tack room of concrete construction, hay barn & further tack room/store, timber garage & gym building, brick garage/store room, outside wc/sink planning permission granted for replacement of an outbuilding to provide a garage and a workshop.
LOCATION & AREA AWARENESS The property is Located on the outskirts of the village of Harrietsham off a single track lane at the foot of the North Downs (AONB) away from traffic and trains and with doorstep access to a network of bridle ways, country walks and cycle trails. A private drive with electronic gates leads to the property,which is set well back in the plot with plenty of parking for several vehicles, horse box and other equestrian/farm equipment. There are no near neighbours and the elevated position of the dwelling offers a commanding view over its own land beyond. Harrietsham is a bustling village which uniquely sits between Maidstone and Ashford offering a range of local facilities as well as mainline railway station. Further rail links to London are at Headcorn (approx. 7 miles (connecting to Charing Cross) and at Ashford International station approx. 16 miles providing a high speed service to London St Pancras as well as Eurostar services to the continent. The nearest town centre is Maidstone offering comprehensive shopping, amenities, leisure facilities and schools. Road communications to London/M25 are easily accessible from the property via Junction 8 of the M20 (approx. 3.6 miles). The location is recognised for it's picturesque countryside and various quaint country inns in easy distance as well as Leeds castle golf course and The World renowned Tourist attraction 'Leeds castle'.
ACCOMMODATION-refer to the floor plan KITCHEN & SUN ROOM - fully fitted modern kitchen with an assortment of base units with fitted dishwasher, Induction Hob and overhead air extractor, granite work surface extending to a breakfast bar, as well as fitted cupboards along one wall which include two eye level ovens and fridge/freezer. Oak flooring throughout. The sun room with feature overhead lantern adds an extra dimension to the interiorar as it affords a 270 degree view of the garden and land beyond. LED lighting throughout. UTILITY ROOM - assorted base units with cupboard housing the boiler and water tank, plus alarm system. Further space for washing machine and ceramic sink with mixer taps. SITTING ROOM & DINING AREA - oak flooring throughout, bi-fold doors and views over gardens and land beyond. The current owners also have their dining table within the room. BEDROOMS - four bedrooms, one being used as a home office area. One bedroom has bi-fold doors to the patio and once the extension is done, could be used as an additional reception room. FAMILY BATHROOM - stunning bathroom with full bath and walk in overhead shower, all fully tiled, two large chrome towel rails, full length built in vanity unit with drawers and cupboards as well as a further wall cupboard unit, 'cut in' wash hand basin and integrated WC, full sparkling black polish marble floor. CLOAKROOM - fully tiled with built in vanity unit and WC with wash hand basin plus chrome towel rail, oak flooring.
PLANNING PERMISSION The property has full planning permission to extend the accommodation by over 640 sqft allowing for two further large double bedrooms, each with en-suites bath/shower rooms. Reference 20/502479/FULL. Alternative Reference PP-08783903 Application Validated Tue 16 Jun 2020. Proposal planning permission granted for the replacement of two outbuildings to provide larger combined 3 bay garage and workshop. Erection of a single storey extension and replacement outbuilding to provide garage and workshop/store (resubmission: 20/501038/FULL). Status: Decided. Decision Application Permitted. Decision Issued Date Tue 11 Aug 2020.
EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES & OUTBUILDINGS-refer to the STABLE BLOCK OF CONCRETE AND BLOCK CONSTRUCTION WASH DOWN BAY & SOLARIUM - three heated lamps on an EQUINE SUN SWITCH system with thermostat and timer. Hot water supply via a heater run off propane gas. Various tether points, rubber matting, power supply, cold water tap. SECURE TACK ROOM - of block and concrete construction to the rear of the stable block with secure door. 3 STABLES - with galvanised door frames and stable doors with hard wood infills. HAY BARN & FURTHER TACK ROOM / STORAGEROOM. TIMBER GARAGE & GYM BUILDING. BRICK GARAGE / STORE ROOM. OUTSIDE WC / SINK - plumbed into the main dwelling water and drainage. PLANNING PERMISSION GRANTED - For replacement of an outbuilding to provide garage and workshop/store (resubmission: 20/501038/FULL) Further Planning Permission has also been granted for an additional large hay barn, concrete base has been laid.
LAND & GROUNDS The site is made up of two Land Registry Titles totalling 7.258 (*TBV). The majority of the land is level pasture divided by post and rail as well as post and electric fencing. All paddocks have mains water supplied to them other than the small turn out paddock in front of the stables. The acreage stated at the property is *TBV - (To Be Verified), which means that the land has not been formally measured by Equus and or its sellers/clients. A Title Plan from Land Registry will have been acquired, where available, showing the boundary and acreage. Otherwise, an online measuring tool will have been used to 'check' the acreage where possible. Interested applicants/buyers are advised that if they have any doubts as to the plot size and wish to have verification of the exact area of the entire plot, they will be required to make their own arrangements, at their own cost, by appointing the services of an accredited company who can measure the area for a compliant Land Registry Title Plan.
HELPFUL WEBSITES We recommend that you visit the local authority website pertaining to the property you are interested in buying for all the planning consents / restrictions / history and the following websites for more helpful information about the property and surrounding local area before proceeding in a purchase: www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk | www.homecheck.co.uk | www.floodrisk.co.uk | www.environment-agency.gov.uk - www.landregistry.gov.uk | www.homeoffice.gov.uk | www.ukradon.org
SERVICES & OUTGOINGS TENURE: Freehold LOCAL AUTHORITY: Maidstone SERVICES: Private drainage. Oil central heating. Mains water & electricity. TAX BAND: G EPC RATING: D 58/76. EPC NUMBER: 0455-3016-0205-4252-0204. Full ratings & advisories/estimated costs are now online at the .gov web site: https://find-energy-certificate.digital.communities.gov.uk/
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS & DIRECTIONS All Viewings are strictly by Appointment with the Vendors' Agent Equus Country & Equestrian, South East/South West T: 01892 829014 E: sales@equusproperty.co.uk W: www.equusproperty.co.uk DIRECTIONS - Use the ME17 1BS postcode in Sat Nav and the property is up the lane on the left clearly signposted with electronic gates. Please ensure you follow the current Covid-19 property viewing protocols which can be found on https://www.gov.uk/coronavirus DISCLAIMER: All prospective buyers view all properties for sale with Equus International Property Ltd at their own risk and neither the Agents, Joint Agents nor the Sellers take responsibility for any damage or injury however caused to themselves or personal belongings or property. By viewing a property with Equus you accept this disclaimer. If inspecting the outbuildings, equestrian facilities or any other building within the grounds you must wear appropriate clothing and footwear and children must be either left in the car or supervised at all times. Livestock should not be touched and all gates left shut or closed after
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Harrietsham
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