Bubblestone Farm, The Green, Otford, Sevenoaks by Fine & Country

Fine & Country Tel: +44 (0)1959 525202 sevenoaks@fineandcountry.com Pond View House, 6b High Street, Otford, Kent TN14 5PQ

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FINE & COUNTRY BUBBLESTONE FARM “It was the charming sense of antiquity which first attracted us to this Grade II Listed property at Bubblestone Farm,” say the current owners. “The way it has been crafted is utterly unique, so even in refurbishing the property to create a modern interior we have taken great care to retain many of the original period features.”

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Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Bubblestone Farm is an enchanting Grade ll Listed 16th century detached cottage nestling on Otford Green with views across to the famous listed Otford duck pond and the historic church of St. Bartholomews. Attractive elevations are part brick and part vertical tiled under a peg tiled roof, with a deep catslide roof to the side. An original barn, with later extensions that sits to the side of the cottage serves as additional living accommodation with a private garden, parking and private access. The current vendors have undertaken a programme of renovation to Bubblestone Farm which has blended flawlessly with the original features of the period. In addition to the detached barn there are two further outbuildings, a pitched roof garage and large timber work shop. The gardens that surround the cottage are nothing less than a pure delight, a myriad of colour and rose arbours, hidden seating areas, paved walkways, and a â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;secretâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; garden complete with the original wishing well. To the side of the cottage is a secluded shingled area for additional parking and access to the garage and workshop. The cottage accommodation is arranged over two floors with an abundance of exposed beams and latched doors. On the ground floor the light and comfortable sitting room boasts a magnificent inglenook, there is a separate dining room with a small inglenook which is open plan to a study area, a superbly fitted kitchen with an original leaded celestial window looking up to the first floor, a utility area, and a luxuriously fitted bathroom. On the first floor there are two double bedrooms, one with a vaulted ceiling, and the third bedroom is currently used as a large shower room but could be reinstated as an additional bedroom. A note of interest, during the renovation of the cottage the vendors exposed what appears to be a simple sketch of a farm and the church. The drawing was discovered behind panelling above the kitchen door. DETACHED BARN The detached barn has private side access and garden area. Internally, there is a light and airy sitting room with a full wall of bifold doors which open onto the patio, an open plan kitchen/dining room, a shower room, and a spacious double bedroom. The barn has separate services to the cottage.

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OTFORD Otford Village is an attractive 16th century village approximately 3.7 miles from Sevenoaks town centre. The village has a variety of delightful small shops and historic houses. There are several pubs serving food, a Turkish Restaurant, a public library, Otford primary school and nursery, and a recreation ground and playground. The village halls host events and club meetings. There are two private prep schools in the area: St Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s school, which takes children from age 2 to 13, and Russell House School. At the centre of the village is a very picturesque springfilled pond, which is reputed to be the only listed duck pond in England. The attractive village green is surrounded by historic buildings including Chantry Cottage and St Bartholomewâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church. Otford has a mainline rail service with frequent services to Victoria. Sevenoaks mainline station is approximately 3 miles away and provides frequent services to London Bridge/Charing Cross. FRONT Enclosing boundary wall with mature shrubbery and climbing plants. Recessed door to gardens. HALL Solid oak latched door to front with leaded light window. Exposed beams to walls and ceiling. Tiled floor. Wall lights. Radiator. Solid wood latched door to inner hall. Staircase to first floor. Under stairs storage cupboard SITTING ROOM Solid wood latched door to hall. Exposed beams. Radiator. Casement windows to front. Carpet as fitted. Wall lights. Inglenook with bressummer beam, brick hearth, inset wood burning stove. DINING ROOM Solid wood latched door to hall. Exposed beam to walls and ceiling. Double aspect windows to front. Window to side. Small inglenook with inset log burner. Carpet as fitted. Solid wood latched door to kitchen. Open plan to office/study.

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OFFICE/STUDY Window to side. Carpet as fitted. Meter cupboard. BEAMED INNER HALL Solid wood latched door to utility room. Solid wood latched door to rear garden

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Seller Insight Exquisitely landscaped south facing gardens provide a picturesque setting for the beauty of the house itself. “Visitors tend to gasp when they see the secret garden which is hidden behind the house,” say the owners, “as you would never know it was there from the front! With lovely trees and even a well, it is absolutely beautiful.” Within the secluded garden is a spacious self-contained and well-presented barn conversion, perfect for use as guest accommodation or visiting relatives. To the rear is private driveway parking behind double gates, with room for several vehicles, as well as a garage and a large timber workshop. The local area too has much to offer, providing both charm and convenience. “We are just a few minutes’ walk from a Post Office, hairdresser, local shop, pubs and restaurants,” say the owners, “meaning that we never have to venture very far to get what we need. Well located in the village, the house enjoys a pleasant outlook to the front over the village duck pond and green, whilst being only a quarter of a mile from the railway station for direct trains to London Victoria and Blackfriars.” Though it is situated within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and a conservation area, the property is within easy distance of further shopping and amenities at Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells and Bluewater Shopping Centre near Dartford. Good primary, secondary and grammar schools are also available in the area. “The lounge is simply beautiful, being very cosy in winter with a log fire burning in the inglenook.” “We have really appreciated the calm yet convenient location of Bubblestone Farm, being within easy walking distance of everything we might need.” “We shall miss the lovely character of this unique historic property – now it just needs the right people to become its next custodians and love it as much as we have!” “The house itself provides an atmospheric setting for intimate dinner parties with close family and friends, while the garden is ideal for larger celebrations, with people flowing in and out of the house.”* * 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.

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KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM Quarry tiled floor. Exposed beams to walls and ceiling. Exposed brick wall. Window to side. High level window to rear. Sloping ceiling with strip window beneath. .Bespoke ivory wood effect fitted base and soft drawer opening units with Corian work tops running above. Illuminated kick board and concealed lighting below worktops. White â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Neffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; oven and Microwave in housing with storage below. Side by side, fridge and freezer in housing. Inset stainless steel sink with mixer taps above. Storage unit with pull out baskets. Latched wood door to hall. UTILITY ROOM Tiled floor. Work tops. Plumbed for washing machine and tumble drier. Door to bathroom

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BATHROOM Double aspect frosted windows to front and side. Panelled bath with centre water fall mixer taps and hand held micro shower. Full width vanity unit with inset wash hand basin and water fall mixer taps, soft close WC with concealed flush. Shaver socket. Radiator. FIRST FLOOR Beamed ceiling and walls. Window to side. Bi-directional landing. Deep cupboard housing hot water cylinder. MASTER BEDROOM Solid wood latched door to landing. Window to front overlooking the green. Original leaded internal window overlooking the kitchen. Beamed ceiling and walls. Carpet as fitted. Linen cupboard. Radiator. BEDROOM TWO Window to front overlooking the green. Window to rear. Beamed and vaulted ceiling. BATHROOM (3RD BEDROOM) Spacious. Exposed beams. Window to front. Gloss vanity unit in mint green with shaped inset wash hand basin and soft close WC with concealed flush. Heated ladder towel rail. Double shower cubicle with drench head shower and hand held shower.

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GARDENS Flagstone from rear door to paved patio. Courtesy lights by catslip roof. Shingled path to side seating area and log store. Raised flowerbeds, Steps to wood pergola with established climbing plants. Bi-directional paths. â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Secretâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; garden. High screening laurels and established trees and shrubbery lend an air of seclusion to this beautiful spot. Original wishing well, level lawns with shaded pathways. Wood pergola and security gate to extensive shingled parking area, pitched roof garage and timber workshop. Rose pergola with access to the detached barn. There is a private drive to the side of the cottage with twin five bar gates and extensive parking on the shingled drive. The gardens are stocked throughout with specimen shrubs and trees and well established flower borders, potted bay trees, fig plants, acers, wisteria and grape vines. DETACHED GARAGE Pitched roof, up and over doors light and power. Side path to work shop TIMBER WORK SHOP Spacious work shop with light and power.

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DETACHED BARN Original brick built barn with further extensions. Pitched roof with ample loft storage. Mature wisteria and grape vine. Stable door to side. ENTRANCE Tiled floor. Concealed utility area SHOWER ROOM Window to front. Pedestal wash hand basin. Corner shower cubicle. Linen cupboard housing central heating boiler. Part tiled walls. SITTING ROOM Full wall of bi-fold doors to paved patio. Radiator. Carpet as fitted. Open plan to kitchen/breakfast room. KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM Comprehensive range of sun yellow wall base and drawer units with light wood work tops running above. Breakfast bar. Tiled floor. Space for fridge and oven. Single drainer stainless steel sink unit. BEDROOM Window to side. Double bedroom with walk in wardrobe. Windows to side. Stained wood floor. Radiator.

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EXTERNAL Paved patio. Side lawn. Courtesy lights. Entrance gate from front boundary wall. Rear patio. TRANSPORT INFORMATION Otford Railway Station: 0.3 miles Shoreham Railway Station: 1.7 miles Sevenoaks Railway Station: 3.7 miles All distances are approximate and calculated as the crow flies. For information regarding travel please visit: http://www.kent.gov.uk/ roads-and-travel LOCAL SCHOOLS Primary Schools: Otford Primary School: 0.1 miles Shoreham Primary School: 1.5 miles Kemsing primary School: 1.7 miles Sevenoaks Primary:1.9 miles Amhurst Primary School: 2.4 miles Secondary Schools: The Knole Academy: 1.8 miles Trinity: 1.9 miles The weald of kent Grammer School â&#x20AC;&#x201C; (annexe located on site at Trinity) :1.9 miles Tonbridge Grammer: 9.6 miles The Judd School: 9.2miles Independent Schools: Russell House: 0.3 miles St Michaels: 1 miles Walthamstow Hall: 2.4 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 Darenth Valley Golf Club:1.8 miles Woodlands Manor Golf Club: 2.9 miles London Golf Club: 5.9 miles HEALTH CLUBS Reynolds Retreat: 7.5 miles St Julians club: 6.3 miles Nizels: 7 miles

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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 the 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 COUNCIL TAX We are informed this property is in council tax band G you should verify this with Sevenoaks Borough Council on 01732 227000. 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. 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 Friday Saturday

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EPC Exempt

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. Printed 20.07.2018

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THE FINE & COUNTRY FOUNDATION

The production of these particulars has generated a £10 donation to the Fine & Country Foundation, charity no. 1160989, striving to relieve homelessness. Visit fineandcountry.com/uk/foundation

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Fine & Country Tel: +44 (0)1959 525202 sevenoaks@fineandcountry.com Pond View House, 6b High Street, Otford, Kent TN14 5PQ

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