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S O L D - - Converted traditional single roundel detached Oast House (unlisted) set in 9.25 acres (*TBV) in a tranquil, rural position. Situated half a mile along a private lane, this exceptional property boasts well-presented equestrian facilities, plus a further detached Cart Lodge/Garage with lapsed planning to convert into a one bedroom annexe. This most attractive 3-bedroom family home is tastefully decorated in a contemporary rural style. A focal point of the ground floor accommodation is the large open plan kitchen and breakfast room with Aga leading into a dining area. An air of spaciousness and light flows through the house with unique roundel sitting room and master bedroom. Outside, extensive surrounding gardens make the most of the views and include a bespoke outdoor kitchen and entertaining space. The well organised equestrian facilities include an L Shaped timber stable block with 4 loose boxes, tack/feed room. All are adjacent to the post and railed 40m x 20m riding arena. The adjoining pastureland is divided into 2 large paddocks with established hedgerows. The locality is renowned for lovely walks and bridleways and the nearby village of Four Elms offers a village pond, cricket club, public house, church, shop, cafe and an equestrian/pet shop.
AREA AWARENESS & LOCATION The property is located in the Greenbelt down a no-through lane, close to the quaint village of Four Elms. Shopping Facilities: Edenbridge (2.1 miles) provides supermarkets including Waitrose and other high street retailers. Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells and Bluewater Shopping Centre in Dartford. Mainline Rail Services: Sevenoaks and Hildenborough (London Bridge/Cannon Street/Charing Cross). Edenbridge, Hurst Green and Oxted (London Bridge and Victoria). Primary Schools: Four Elms, Crockham Hill, Chiddingstone and Hever. Secondary Schools: Within catchment for Kent Grammars: Judd, Skinners and Tonbridge Wells Grammar School for Boys. Weald of Kent, Tonbridge Grammar School and Tunbridge Wells Grammar School for Girls. Comprehensive schools include Knole Academy in Sevenoaks, Hillview for Girls and Hayesbrook Academy for Boys in Tonbridge, Bennett and St Gregs in Tonbridge Wells. Private Schools: Sevenoaks and Tonbridge Public Schools, Sevenoaks Preparatory School, Radnor House School in Sundridge, Walthamstow Hall Girls School, Granville and New Beacon in Sevenoaks, Hilden Grange, Hilden Oaks and Schools at Sommerhill in Tonbridge. Leisure Facilities: Toll rides, bridle paths and walks in the local area. Golf at Westerham, Hever, Tandridge, Chartham Park, Wildernesse, Knole and Nizels in Sevenoaks. Edenbridge Swimming and Leisure Centre. Stately homes include Chartwell, Chiddingstone, Penshurst and Hever. Motorway Links: Between J5 (Sevenoaks) & J6 (Godstone) of the M25 giving access to other motorway networks, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and the Channel Tunnel Terminus.
ACCOMMODATION Refer to the floor plan for dimensions and layout. Enjoy this opportunity to buy into England's Heritage. Oast houses or hop kilns were designed for kilning (drying) hops as part of the brewing process. Found in Southern England, they are often referred to as good examples of vernacular architecture. GROUND FLOOR Front door leading to the HALLWAY with stairs to the first floor and CLOAKROOM. KITCHEN with an assortment of base and wall units, peninsular breakfast bar, large space for American style fridge freezer. DINING AREA currently with large farmhouse table and dresser. An elegant, roundel SITTING ROOM with 'false' feature fireplace and french doors out to rear garden. FIRST FLOOR Open staircase to galleried landing. Principal roundel BEDROOM 1 (with potential above into the 'cowl' for a mezzanine floor or bathroom/dressing room). BEDROOM 2 front and back aspect, and 3 with rear aspect. Family BATHROOM with freestanding roll top bath, WC and wash hand basin. Family SHOWER ROOM with walk in shower, wash hand basin, WC and bidet. Agents note: The current owner did contemplate, with the aid of their Architect, to extend out into the rear garden with a two-storey extension adding to the kitchen and additional bedroom/s.
OUTSIDE KITCHEN & BBQ AREA Bespoke design and handmade, brick with granite worktop and DINING AREA under a pergola. Main electric laid on with built in electric hob and oven, and freestanding fridge and wine cooler. Various weatherproof sockets. Flagstone flooring which extends out to a wide terrace area and adjacent kitchen garden with raised beds. Additional patio area for entertaining from French doors from the Oast roundel sitting room
BARN/GARAGE LAPSED PLANNING FOR "Alterations and conversion of domestic outbuilding into store, games room, library and study" Reference-07/02819/FUL Decision-Granted. Decision Issued Date-Thu 13 Mar 2008
EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES & OUTBUILDINGS Refer to the plans online. Water and power laid on. STABLE BLOCK - x4 loose boxes including x1 corner stable, x1 tack room or store, timber constructed on wide concrete yard and plenty of space for trailer and lorry parking. OUTDOOR ARENA - 20m x 40m sand surface and post and railed. GARDEN OFFICE - full wireless connectivity, power and lighting. Mobile Field Shelter - available under separate negotiation
LAND & GROUNDS The whole plot is 9.25 acres (*TBV) of level gardens and pasture land. There is a small area of woodland which could be used as part of a miniaturised X country course. There is a public footpath along the drive and also to one edge of the field but not the field adjacent to the property. 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 TITLE NUMBER/S: K879989 LOCAL AUTHORITY: Sevenoaks DC. Ref number: 9181408200009 TAX BAND: G SERVICES: Mains water, electric. Private drains (Klargester clear water treatment plant). Electric AGA. Oil central heating with underfloor heating in the hallway and kitchen. EPC RATING: F 34/93 Certificate number: 2900-8321-0622-0191-3823 Full ratings & advisories/estimated costs are now online at the .gov web site: https://find-energy-certificate.digital.communities.gov.uk/ STABLES SERVICES: Water and electric/lighting laid on.
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS 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 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 use.
If you own a rural or village located property with 1 acre or more, detached, semi -detached, or terraced, with or without equestrian facilities, Equus will be pleased to conduct a market appraisal, free of charge and without obligation. At the time of our visit we can also offer practical advice on any improvements we think may be appropriate to the property in advance of placing it on the market.
Equus Terms and Conditions are Straightforward – No Sale – No Fee and you will find our commission fees very competitive. Your property will also receive more advertising and marketing than any other Estate Agent for which we make no charge.
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