5 bedroom detached house for sale

Built in 1913 to the exacting specification of its original owners and having had only three owners since, this is a home of genuine provenance. The current owners have undertaken an imaginative and extensive refurbishment, creating a truly distinctive and statement home. Great care has been taken to retain the property’s original character, including parquet oak flooring, a panelled front room and an impressive oak staircase, while seamlessly integrating a striking and high quality contemporary extension. The accommodation is light-filled, generously proportioned and has a natural flow throughout. It showcases original features such as high ceilings, original doors and coving; complemented by double-glazed windows created bespoke to match the original detailing. The drawing room/lounge features a wide bay window with window seat, a panelled chimney breast and stove. The dining room is equally appealing, with exposed timbers and corner windows, with double Crittall doors opening into the kitchen/breakfast room. The kitchen is a standout space, superbly appointed with top-of-the-range Siemens appliances, underfloor heating and multi-zone lighting. Magnificent glass walls to two sides, including sleek and minimal corner glazing that fully retracts to provide seamless indoor-outdoor living. There are extensive work surfaces, a 3.2m island with storage, a Bora induction hob and integrated appliances. An additional large family room enjoys rooflights and direct access to the garden. The bright utility room offers space for laundry appliances and features a butler’s sink, leading through to a substantial boot room that can also be accessed via a side path at the front of the house. The first floor leads to an attractive landing and four well-proportioned double bedrooms. The principal bedroom benefits from an en suite bathroom, while the remaining bedrooms are light and of a good proportion. The driveway provides parking for three cars, alongside an attractive detached garage, which also has planning permission for partial conversion to a home office. Planning Ref: 21/00749/HOUSE Prospective purchasers are advised that they should make their own enquiries of the local planning authority The rear garden features a large seating area, ideal for al fresco dining, enjoying both daytime and evening sun. The gardens are predominantly laid to lawn and have been freshly landscaped with well-stocked borders and pleached trees. In all, about 0.33 acres. Perfectly located for the commuter and extremely rare to the market, the property lies in a sought-after road within easy walking distance of Sevenoaks mainline station. Sevenoaks provides a comprehensive selection of independent and High Street shops, restaurants and supermarkets including Waitrose. The area offers a wide choice of social and recreational activities including the Stag Theatre, a cinema, library, leisure centre, Hollybush Recreation Ground, which provides tennis courts, bowls, astroturf pitch, a caf and a children's playground and the 1,000-acre Knole Park, one of the last remaining medieval deer parks. There is also golf at Knole and Wildernesse and cricket at The Vine. Distances • Tonbridge 8 miles • Westerham 9.5 miles • Tunbridge Wells 16 miles • London Gatwick Airport 25 miles • Central London 34 miles Nearby Station • Sevenoaks Nearby Schools • Lady Boswells C of E Primary School • St Thomas's Catholic Primary School • The Granville • The New Beacon • Radnor House • Solefields • Walthamstow Hall • Sevenoaks Primary School • Sevenoaks Prep. • Sevenoaks School Key Locations • Knole House and Park • Ightham Mote • Riverhill Himalayan Gardens • Emmetts Gardens • Chartwell • Lullingstone Castle and Gardens • Chartwell