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Colets Orchard, Otford
Sevenoaks, Kent, TN14
Sold
Guide Price
£995,000
Ref: CSD244549
Beautifully maintained four bedroom home with planning permission for 2 storey rear/side extension
- 4 bedrooms
- 2 bathrooms
- 2 reception rooms
- 0.12 acres
- Energy Efficiency Rating C
Features at a glance
- No onward chain
- Beautifully maintained
- Planning permission to extend
- 0.2 miles of Otford station
- Close to good schools
Overview
A beautifully maintained home, with south facing rear garden and views over the North Downs to the front. Benefitting from planning permission granted in August 2022 (22/01608/HOUSE) which provides an exciting opportunity for any incoming purchaser to add a 2 storey side and rear extension to create a spacious kitchen/family room, utility room, garage/carport and principal bedroom comprising dressing room and ensuite.
Bright and spacious entrance hall boasting ample storage with a generous coat cupboard and understairs storage as well as an additional cupboard housing the boiler and water softener.
The heart of the home lies in the contemporary kitchen/dining room with Karndean flooring, featuring sleek white gloss units and stunning blue Silestone worktops. Soft close pan drawers and excellent storage throughout, complemented by an island unit. Integrated appliances include a wine fridge, double oven, ceramic hob, cookerhood, microwave, and dishwasher, with space for a washing machine, tumble dryer, and American Style fridge/freezer. Natural light streams through the generous picture window in the dining area which can accommodate a large table and chairs.
Relax and entertain in the spacious dual aspect sitting room, featuring a beautiful stone mantle with gas fire, built-in bookshelves, and a beautiful outlook over the garden through the large picture window and direct access to the garden. A study overlooks the front, complete with built-in bookshelves.
Ground floor shower room comprising corner shower, heated towel rail, basin & WC.
The first floor has a generous landing with a large airing cupboard, leading to the principal bedroom with two sets of fitted wardrobes. Three further double bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes, offer ample space for family and guests.
This property has 0.119 acres of land.
Outside
The sunny, south-facing garden, offers a picturesque outlook bordered by the charming church wall. Entertain in style with a gazebo featuring decked flooring and two open sides (4.62 x 2.81/15'2" x 9'3"), complemented by a paved terrace, with a seating area covered by remote-controlled awning. The garden is predominantly laid to lawn with a feature tree, pretty rose beds, and mature shrubs.
Double garage with an electric up-and-over door and parking for 2-3 cars, complete with a side gate providing access to the garden.
Situation
Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, yet in the heart of the village and within close proximity to amenities, schools and Otford station for easy commuting to London.
Otford is a charming village with many picturesque period properties along its High Street and around the village pond. Passing through Otford is the Pilgrims' Way providing wonderful walking opportunities. Otford village has a thriving community and a number of local services and shops, post office, 2 public houses, church, village hall, tennis courts and 12 acre recreation field used for football and cricket. Sevenoaks is about 4.5 miles distant and offers a wider selection of shops and facilities. Golf is available at The London Club, Wildernesse and Knole.
Otford station is just 0.2 miles away with services to London Victoria/London Charing Cross from about 40 mins and London Bridge from 30 mins. Sevenoaks station (about 3.3 miles) offers alternative rail services to Cannon Street (London Bridge from 22 mins).
The Sevenoaks area is renowned for the excellent schooling. Otford has its own primary school, nursery and two preparatory schools; Russell House and St Michaels. The Sevenoaks area has many well regarded schools including the renowned Sevenoaks School, the grammar annexes and a wide choice of Preparatory schools. Further well regarded grammar schools are in nearby Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.
The M25 is accessible at junction 5 (about 4 miles) and junction 4 (about 5.5 miles), providing access to the motorway network, Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted Airports, Bluewater, Dover and the Channel Tunnel Terminus.
Directions
From central Sevenoaks, take the A225 North towards Otford. Continue over the traffic lights that cross the A25. Continue past the retail park and over the roundabout until you reach the roundabout in Otford. Take the 2nd exit, Colets Orchard can be found on the right after a short distance, just before Otford Station.
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