Sold STC - 4 bed House - Detached

A unique opportunity to acquire a handsome Arts & Crafts home, enjoying spectacular panoramic views over the surrounding countryside and nestled amidst mature, south-facing gardens and grounds of circa 1.67 acres. Dating to the early 1930s and retaining an enviable gamut of authentic period features, this rare proposition provides well-proportioned accommodation - all of which is orientated to take-in the stunning outlook - with the added benefit of a separate barn (latterly used as a games room and studio) offering versatile ancillary space. Oxted, with its fast and frequent commuter services to London and broad range of amenities is within a ten minute’ drive, whilst the historic town of Edenbridge located 3 miles to the south, is also convenient for day-to-day shopping needs. Major road networks are accessible via either junction 5 or 6 of the M25 and the surrounding Greenbelt/AONB is renowned for its walking, riding and cycling routes.

• UNIQUE ARTS & CRAFTS HOME
• ORIGINAL FEATURES
• IDYLLIC SETTING
• STUNNING RURAL VIEWS
• SOUTH-FACING PLOT OF CIRCA 1.67 ACRES
• VERSATILE ANCILLARY ACCOMMODATION
• CROCKHAM HILL PRE & PRIMARY SCHOOLS - 0.7 MILES
• KENT GRAMMAR SCHOOL CATCHMENT AREA
• OXTED STATION - 4.2 MILES

POINTS OF NOTE:

• Wealth of original internal oak joinery to include wall panelling, thumb latch doors with authentic ironmongery and an ornate staircase with oak treads, intricately turned spindles and newel posts

• Original Crittall windows with quarry-tiled sills, oak flooring, high ceilings and exposed ceiling timbers (believed to date from an earlier building)

• Generously sized, triple aspect sitting room encompassing a striking inglenook fireplace featuring an inset log-burning stove, herringbone brickwork, brick surround/hearth and oak mantle with accompanying bench seating. Fitted oak window seat with integral storage and a delightful outlook over the garden and glazed door opening to the stone-paved rear terrace

• Dining room with original fireplace, oak storage cupboard and serving hatch to the adjacent:

• Kitchen/breakfast room comprising pine farmhouse style cabinetry with Corian counters over, tiled splashbacks and undercabinet lighting, to include an integrated Bosch electric oven/hob and inset stainless steel sink with drainer and mixer tap. Space/plumbing for a dishwasher, Amtico flooring and door to the original pantry with wall-shelving and authentic marble ‘cold slab’

• Large utility/boot room with original fitted storage cupboards, Amtico flooring and space/plumbing for a washing machine, tumble dryer and full height fridge and freezer

• Cloakroom with high-level cistern WC and wall-hung basin

• Entrance hall with fine oak staircase rising and turning to a part-galleried upper landing, passing a charming oriel window with a vista to the front over the garden and driveway, across to grazing pasture

• Family bathroom with white suite of full-length tongue and groove panelled bath, WC and pedestal basin. Heated towel warmer and localised wall tiling

• Sizeable principal bedroom with vanity cabinet/sink, fireplace recess and integral door to the adjacent dressing room with fitted wardrobes

• Guest bedroom with modern shower enclosure featuring an Aqualisa Aquastream system, fitted cupboards/drawers to one wall and hatch to a loft space

• Two further double-sized bedrooms, both with sinks and space to install wardrobes

• Detached barn ’annexe’with power/water supply and useful WC, arranged over two levels and previously utilised as a games room and studio

• Surrounding the attractive wisteria and rose-clad elevations are well-tended, level grounds of circa 1.67 acres (to include a paddock of approx 1 acre), benefitting from a delightful due south view. Largely laid to lawn and conceived to complement the view, these glorious gardens incorporate a small orchard, raised veg beds and well-stocked borders, together with a plethora of established trees, a stone paved terrace - ideal for relaxing and outdoor entertaining - and a timber tool shed with adjacent greenhouse

• Gated driveway parking for several cars and single garage

•Nearby Crockham Hill War Memorial Playing Field hosts cricket and football, whilst also providing a fenced off area with tennis courts and childrens play area

SERVICES:

Mains electricity & water. Private drainage. Oil fired central heating.
High speed fibre broadband connection in situ

OUTGOINGS:

Sevenoaks District Council
Council Tax Band H
EPC: E