Racefield Close | Shorne | Kent | DA12 3EL
Nakatsu
Step inside Nakatsu
This five double bedroom three storey circa 1972 built Georgian style detached family house is one of four individual homes located within a private road and located towards the end of this quiet cul-de-sac within the sought-after village of Shorne. With well-proportioned 2706 Sq Ft accommodation home has excellent potential to reconfigure or extend subject to planning permission. As you enter the property there is a generous L shaped hallway, you will find a cloakroom WC, 25’ sitting room, dining room, conservatory, kitchen with adjacent breakfast room and outside utility store. On the first floor are four double bedrooms, two family bathroom and ensuite shower room to the main bedroom.to the second fore is a 28’ versatile loft room which could be the main bedroom or used for multiple uses such as games room, gym or home office.
The house sits on a secluded 0.32 acre wraparound plot with an established garden, ideal for families or those seeking a peaceful retreat. A large detached Triple garage of 593 sq ft sits to the front of the property, offering excellent potential for conversion into an annexe, subject to the necessary consents. With a wide driveway and generous frontage, the setting provides privacy as well as convenience.
Shorne is a picturesque village that captures the essence of rural Kent with its charming church, village stores and welcoming pubs, and it uniquely benefits from its own country park, offering beautiful walking trails and woodlands just a short stroll from the doorstep. For commuters, the location remains well connected with easy access to major road links such as A2/M2 and nearby rail services into London, making this property a rare combination of space, tranquillity and accessibility.
Quality schooling can be found with the village having it’s own primary school, there is easy access to secondary education including grammar schools in Gravesend as well as renowned independent schools.
Whether you’re searching for a multigenerational home, an escape from city life, or a spacious family house with scope to shape to your own needs, Nakatsu offers a compelling opportunity in one of Kent’s most desirable village settings.
Location
Shorne is a picturesque village offering local shops, public houses, church, pre school and primary school. Adjacent to Shorne village there is Shorne Wood Country Park, an area of outstanding natural beauty designated a site of special scientific interest for its wildlife value. The village is within easy reach of Gravesend and Medway towns providing further excellent schooling. Convenient access to the M2 and M25 motorways linking to both Gatwick and Heathrow airports, London, Bluewater and the International railway station at Ebbsfleet offering a 17 minute link to London and the Channel Ports. The commuter is well served by a coach service running from the area to London, together with main line railway station at Sole Street and Higham on the Victoria and Cannon Street line respectively.
Seller Insight
Nakatsu, with its attractive neo Georgian façade and spacious, elegant and comfortable interior, is a stunning property. The present owner immediately knew it would make an excellent family home: and it also enjoyed a quiet, secluded position in a small close of four houses, but within walking distance to Shorne village centre. The owner says the house has given the family a very happy thirty years.
During that time, a conservatory has been added, the walls insulated to ensure winter warmth, and the windows have been replaced and double glazed. Nakatsu has been a home where the family have used and enjoyed every room, from the well equipped kitchen to the huge room on the third floor, where the owner says they held a dinner party for thirty people. It was a great success but carrying everything up from the kitchen was very tiring. This amazing room is a great adaptable space which has had many uses.
For more conventional entertaining the dining room will seat up to twelve people and has been the setting for many chatty meals. The family and guests have
relaxed in the generous lounge which is a glorious sunny summer room and a warm winter refuge. It looks onto the conservatory where you can sit with a morning coffee and admire the pretty garden scene before you. Nakatsu is a home that is perhaps at its best when full of people.
The walled, private garden is a green and striking outside space. The lawn has a soft green of mature trees and shrub and is an outside entertaining area. A family member was married from the house when guests could wander happily from house to garden. There are many places to sit and simply relish the peace and beauty of the garden.
Shorne is a community minded village with a primary school, and a selection of clubs, and societies centred at the village hall; whilst Shorne Woods Country Park provides many walks and is a great place to spend a day. Gravesend, with its shops and sporting facilities and train station, is only three miles away.
The owner says she will miss the house which has given such a lovely lifestyle but the time has come to downsize. She knows the new owners will come to love it in the same way.”*
* These comments are the personal views of the current owners 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.
Directions
From our North Kent Fine & Country office proceed down Ash Road and continue into Hartley Road. At the bottom of the hill take second exit off mini roundabout into Main Road. Follow road along and turn left into New Barn Road. Continue to the roundabout, take second exit into Hall Road and bear to the right merging onto the A2. Exit the A2 at the Cobham/ Shorne exit and turn right onto Brewers Road. Continue into The Ridgeway and turn left into Tanyards Hill. Racefield Close is the first turning on the left hand side and the property can be found by turning right down the shared drive at the rear of the house on corner.
Transport Information
Train Stations:
Higham 2 miles
Sole Street 2.8 miles
Rochester 3.5 miles
Meopham 3.5 miles
The property is also within easy reach of Ebbsfleet Eurostar International Station. The distances calculated are as the crow flies.
Local Schools
Primary Schools:
Shorne Church of England Primary School 0.5 miles
Gad’s Hill School 1.1 miles
Bligh Primary School (Juniors) 1.5 miles
Bligh Primary School (Infants) 1.6 miles
Cobham Primary School 1.8 miles
Higham Primary School 1.8 miles
Secondary Schools:
Cobham Hall 1 mile
Gad’s Hill School 1.1 miles
Strood Academy 1.6 miles
Thamesview School 1.9 miles
Abbey Court Foundation Special School 2.1 miles
Ref NKFC/CB/DH/250513 - HAR250085/D1
Useful Information
We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority websites for more helpful information about the property and local area before proceeding
Some information in these details are taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making then please contact North Kent Fine & Country for verification.
Tenure
The vendor confirms to us that the 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 band G. For confirmation please contact Gravesham Borough Council.
Appliances/Services
The mention of any appliances and/or services within these 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.
Viewings
Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 6.30 pm
Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Viewing via North Kent Fine & Country office.
Useful Information
We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority websites for more helpful information about the property and local area before proceeding
Some information in these details are taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making then please contact Fine & Country for verification.
Tenure
The vendor confirms to us that the 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 band G. For confirmation please contact Gravesham Borough Council.
Appliances/Services
The mention of any appliances and/or services within these 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.
Viewings
Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 6.30 pm
Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Viewing via Fine & Country North Kent office.
Information sourced from Rightmove (findaschool). Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria.
Nakatsu Racefield Close, Shorne, Kent
Approximate Gross Internal Area
Main House = 2706 Sq Ft/251 Sq M
Garage = 593 Sq Ft/55 Sq M
Outbuilding = 84 Sq Ft/8 Sq M
Total = 3383 Sq Ft/314 Sq M
Quoted Area Excludes 'External C/B'
FOR ILLUSTRATIVE PURPOSES ONLY - NOT TO SCALE
The position & size of doors, windows, appliances and other features are approximate only. © ehouse. Unauthorised reproduction prohibited. Drawing ref. dig/8648193/TOW
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
