3 Middlings Rise Sevenoaks | TN13 2NS
Seller Insight owner.
This well-appointed family home, which boasts a one-bedroom self-contained annex, enjoys a sought after location on the edge of the affluent town of Sevenoaks. The house was originally built in the 1960s, but in more recent years it has been both extended and beautifully refurbished by the current
“I originally bought the house thirty-two years ago, and back then it was the setting that proved to be the biggest selling point,” says Debbie.“The house sits in a quiet cul-de-sac on the edge of town, but still within walking distance of all the shops, amenities and Mainline station with very good fast access to London ; there are some fantastic schools in the local area, so it’s a great place to raise a family, and virtually at the end of the road we have access to mile upon mile of the most beautiful rolling countryside. In short, it’s a place that offers the best of everything.” “The house was rented out for a fair few years while I travelled the world, but when I came home, I decided to move back in and make some quite significant changes to the property. A large extension was added that not only created a lovely big bedroom with vaulted ceiling, but also another room, which could be used as anything from an extra bedroom to a playroom and a Boot room/Utility room or annex Kitchen. I had an arched stud wall put up to section off the annex upstairs and a Fire Door downstairs where it joins the main kitchen – but that could easily be removed to incorporate that space back into the main body of the house – the décor was updated throughout. It’s quite a quirky house in terms of its layout, but it is very comfortable, light and bright, and the rooms at the back enjoy tremendous views of the garden, right the way across to the North Downs.” “The garden is something else that really attracted me to this house all those years ago, and it’s a feature that I’m going to miss when we leave,” continues Debbie. “It’s a fair size and enjoys a really good degree of privacy and sunshine all day long during the summer months. Because of the location of the property it’s also very peaceful and you can enjoy spectacular sunsets. Just outside the conservatory there’s a patio terrace that’s arranged over two levels, and beyond that is a large area of lawn that gently slopes away from the house. It was a fabulous space for the children when they were young, and because there’s a gentle slope, we had a water slide out there during the summer and when it snowed it was brilliant for tobogganing.” “I’d probably choose the living room as my favourite, mainly because of the outlook,” says Debbie. “It’s a very comfortable room and I love to curl up on the sofa and just gaze out at the stunning view, watching the birds which includes Pheasants in the Winter/Spring and lazing in front of the wood burner during the winter.” “The location has been absolutely ideal and that’s one of the reasons I’ve stayed for so long,” says Debbie. “In one direction there’s virtually nothing but open countryside and in the other there’s the fabulous array of shops and amenities of the town. A great commuter area. What more could you want?” “The annex has been a fantastic addition,” says Debbie. “It has an en-suite bedroom and a kitchen on the first floor, and downstairs there’s a good-size living room that opens via patio doors onto a secluded terrace. I’ve been renting it out for a number of years, but it could be ideal for a teenager or a dependent relative.” “The house has been a lovely home, but it’s the setting that I think I’ll really miss when we leave,” says Debbie. “It’s so peaceful here and very picturesque… in fact it’s totally idyllic.”I am very sad to be leaving but require a more suitable house for my partner as he is finding the stairs too much these days due to a critical illness.”* * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
Step inside LOCATION The town is named after seven oak trees that were planted in Knole Park on the edge of town in the Middle Ages. Much later, in 1909, seven oak trees were planted to commemorate the coronation of Edward VII on the northern edge of The Vine, a landmark cricket ground in the centre of town, one of the oldest in the country. Six of these mighty oaks were lost in the great storm of 1987. One of Britain’s most impressive stately homes is in the heart of Sevenoaks: the vast, enchanting National Trust property of Knole. Dating from the 1450s and famously sporting 365 rooms, 52 staircases and seven courtyards, here you’ll wander through exquisite galleries, past shimmering silver, atmospheric portraits and fine fabrics. Then head through the sunlit orangery and into a 1000-acre park dotted with gnarled trees and herds of deer. DIRECTIONS From our Fine & Country office in Otford Village Turn left onto High Street, at the roundabout, take the 4th exit onto Sevenoaks Rd/A225, Continue onto Otford Rd/A225. Turn right onto Bradbourne Vale Rd/A25, continue to follow A25 at the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto London Rd/A25, at the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Amherst Hill/A224, turn right onto Braeside Ave, turn left onto Brittains Lane. Drive to Middlings Rise, turn left onto The Middlings, turn right onto Middlings Rise, the property is located on the left hand side.
A detached four/five bedroom family home situated in a quiet cul-de-sac within walking distance of Sevenoaks Town Centre and Sevenoaks mainline station. Excellent for commuting to London. This unusual and attractive property with accommodation arranged over three and four floors is situated in an elevated position in a prime residential area. Built to a contemporary design, circa 1960 with different options. A large family home or and a self- contained one bedroom four storey attached annexe, circa 2005. The cleverly designed annexe has a versatile internal layout and can be easily adapted to link to the main house to create a larger four or five bedroom, three bathroom property. Features of the property include: a detached double garage, a well-established landscaped garden with a detached summer house, water filter taps for drinking water and water softening system, Hive active gas central heating, and eighteen solar panels with a high annual yield of approximately £1500 per annum (to be verified). FRONT Enclosing brick walls. Rockeries. Block paved drive with off road parking and drive to garage. Laid to lawn. Established shrubbery. Chain linked fence. Side pedestrian access. Motion light sensors. RECEPTION HALL Double glazed door to front. Double glazed window to front. Radiator. Oak floor. Stairs rising to first floor. Stairs to lower ground floor. Access to sub floor storage area. Storage cupboard housing meters and water softener. KITCHEN Window to front. Slate tiled floor with underfloor heating. Myson Kickspace 500 heater. Custom built Oak kitchen with floor and wall units with worktop running above. Task lighting. Inset charcoal grey double sink and drainer / mixer taps. Filtered water tap. Full height ‘Samsung’ fridge freezer in housing with storage above. Pull out larder. Inset five ring gas hob, ‘Neff ’ extractor hood and light above. ‘Neff ’ double fan oven in housing. Integrated ‘Bosch’ dish washer. Breakfast bar.
Fire door entrance to extension/annexe. DINING AREA Full height window to front. Oak floor. Radiator. Shelving with integrated Denon Stereo system. Door to hall. UTILITY AND SHOWER ROOM. Double aspect windows to side. Black gloss fronted wall and base storage units with worktops running above. Inset circular stainless steel hand basin, mixer tap above. Part tiled walls. Tiled floor. Plumbing for washing machine / Tumble Dryer. Black wall mounted convex radiator. Semi-circular shower cubicle with power shower. Low level WC. LOWER LANDING Below stairs storage and access to sub floor storage area. Radiator. Storage cupboard housing ‘Hive active heating’ Gas ‘Worcester Bosch’ central heating boiler. Carpet as fitted. STUDY Double glazed doors to Conservatory. Carpet as fitted. Radiator. Storage cupboard with fitted Fireproof Safe. SITTING ROOM Double glazed windows and patio doors to garden with panoramic views of the North Downs. Carpet as fitted. Wall lights. Down lighters. Limestone fire surround with Duel Fuel Burner. Safety Glass glazed door to hall. . UPPER LANDING Carpet as fitted. Radiator. Linen cupboard housing hot water cylinder. Remote controlled pump for shower. Storage room and arched access to extension/annexe. Access to Lower Roof Space. BATHROOM Window to side. Shaped wash hand basin in vanity unit. Low level WC. Panelled bath with remote controlled power shower and folding shower screen. Heated towel rail. Bathroom cabinet. Concealed light circular mirror. Tiled floor. Part tiled walls. Shaver socket.
MASTER BEDROOM. Double aspect windows to rear and side with views. Carpet as fitted. Radiator. Twin fitted wardrobes. BEDROOM TWO Window to rear with views. Carpet as fitted. Radiator. Fitted cupboards. Access to Main Roof Space BEDROOM THREE Window to rear. Carpet as fitted. Radiator. GARDEN Side pedestrian access. Rainwater butts. Motion light sensors. Timber shed. Raised patio area with steps to sloping lawns. Mature trees and shrubs. Rockeries. Detached summer house with light and power. Playhouse. Log store. Rustic Fencing. CONSERVATORY Door to study. Central pitched glass roof. Double doors to patio. Wood Laminate floor. Sanderson Blinds. Bird table. DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE. Up and over doors to front. Light and power. Personal door to side. ANNEXE/ EXTENSION Boot room/Utility Room Currently used as the Annex Kitchen KITCHEN Double glazed door to front. Slate tiled floor with under floor heating. Windows to front and side. Wall and base units with wood worktops running above. Single drainer stainless steel sink unit with mixer taps above. Filtered water tap. Part tiled walls. Stairs to ground floor and first floor. Fire proof door to main house. Space for free standing cooker and fridge freezer. SITTING ROOM Window to side. Patio doors to rear paved area and garden. Stairs to first floor. Radiator. Carpet as fitted. BEDROOM Window to rear with views. Radiator. Carpet as fitted. Stairs to bathroom. BATHROOM. Window to front. Tiled walls and heated floor. Wash hand basin cupboard under. Low level WC. Heated towel rail. Mirror with shelf under. Shaver socket. Shower cubicle. Electric Galaxy shower. GARDEN. Secluded garden. Side pedestrian access with motion light sensors. Paved patio areas. Rustic fencing.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION Sevenoaks Railway Station: Bat and Ball Railway Station: Otford Railway Station:
0.6 miles 1.9 miles 2.8 miles
The distances calculated are as the crow flies. For information regarding travel please visit: https://www.doogal.co.uk/ MeasureDistances.php LOCAL SCHOOLS Primary Schools St Thomas Catholic Primary School: Riverhead Primary School: Amhurst Primary School: Sevenoaks Primary School:
0.54 miles 1.03 miles 1.04 miles 1.2 miles
Secondary Schools The Knole Academy: Trinity: Hugh Christie Technology College: Wrotham School:
1.29 miles 1.9 miles 5.94 miles 6.18 miles
Sen Schools West Heath School: Knole Development Centre: Valence School: Grange Park School:
1.09 miles 2.35 miles 3.66 miles 6.12 miles
Independent Schools The New Beacon School: The Granville School: Sevenoaks School: Solefield School: Walthamstow Hall: Senior Junior
0.47 miles 0.79 miles 0.85 miles 0.89 miles 1.1 miles 1.5 miles
Information sourced from www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk/school-search Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria. GOLF CLUBS Wilderness Golf Club: Knole Park Golf Club: Nizels Health & Golf Club: The London Club:
2.5 miles 2.6 miles 3.1 miles 7.2 miles
HEALTH CLUBS St Julians: Nizels Health Club: Reynolds Retreat: Mecure Brands Hatch Spa:
2.3 miles 3.1 miles 5.7 miles 7.1 miles
USEFUL INFORMATION We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority website www.sevenoaks. gov.uk and the following websites for more helpful information about the property and local area before proceeding. Some information in these details is taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making, then please contact Fine & Country Sevenoaks for verification. USEFUL LINKS www.mouseprice.com www.tfl.gov.uk www.environment-agency.gov.uk www.landregistry.gov.uk www.gov.uk/green-deal-energy-saving-measures www.homeoffice.gov.uk www.tkradon.org.uk www.fensa.org.uk http://list.english-heritage.org.uk TENURE The vendor advises us that this property is Freehold. Should you proceed with the purchase of the property your solicitor must verify these details.
COUNCIL TAX We are informed this property is in council tax band G you should verify this with Sevenoaks Borough Council on 01732 227000. APPLIANCES/SERVICES The mention of any appliances and/or services within these sales particulars does not imply that they are in full efficient working order. MEASUREMENTS All measurements are approximate and therefore may be subject to a small margin of error. OPENING HOURS Monday to Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00pm Sunday By appointment VIEWING Via Fine & Country Sevenoaks on 01959 588900
Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright Š 2019 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 6385219 VAT No. 924699676 Registered office: Clifton & Co (Hartley) Limited, 2 High Street, Dartford DA1 1BY Printed 08.03.2019
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