Old London Road, Knockholt, Sevenoaks, Kent

PROPERTY
This attractive period house with elevations of yellow and red brick was built in the late Victorian era and has been fully refurbished by the current owners. It is finished to a high standard throughout and presented with a real taste for style, whilst enjoying many period features including original doors, exposed beams, column radiators and New England style shutters. The entrance door opens into the cosy sitting room which boasts carpeted flooring and a large sash window overlooking the front garden. A beautiful brick lined fireplace with timber surround and decorative tiled hearth provides a wonderful focal point to the room with fitted timber furniture either side.

The bathroom, which is located downstairs has been finished in a modern style befitting a boutique hotel. There is a bath with shower over and glass screen, floating basin with vanity storage, towel radiator and WC with hidden cistern.

The marvellous kitchen / dining room is located at the back of the property overlooking the garden. It features a range of ‘shaker’ style wall and base units with solid oak worktops and a tiled splashback. There is beautiful stone flooring with plenty of space for a dining table and a door leading out to the garden. A full range of integrated AEG appliances include a fridge/freezer, extractor, electric oven with warming tray, microwave, 5 ring gas hob, washing machine and dishwasher.

Upstairs the first floor landing leads to two good sized bedrooms with luxury carpet flooring. The master bedroom benefits from fitted wardrobes, a feature fireplace and wiring for a wall mounted television. Bedroom 2 is a large single room with attractive wood panelling with in-built cupboard.

The property benefits from mains gas central heating with a modern combi boiler and double glazed windows throughout.

OUTSIDE
There is a low maintenance paved front garden screened by neat hedging with a set of steps leading to the front door. The back garden is west facing and and a real sun trap. It is fully enclosed by timber fencing with a gate in the rear boundary providing direct access from Main Road. A beautiful stone patio wraps around the garden providing a wonderful spot for alfresco entertaining and an area of lawn offers space for children to play. There is outdoor lighting, a water tap and a shed offering handy outside storage space. Unrestricted on-road parking is available to the front of the property.

LOCATION
The property is located in the heart of Knockholt, which is a sought-after village conveniently situated just outside of Greater London amid the Kent countryside approximately 6 miles north of Sevenoaks. Designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it benefits from excellent road and rail connections to London, international airports and Channel ports, along with a fine selection of schooling in both the state and private sectors including St Katherine’s CofE primary school in the village. Knockholt village itself has a local shop, public houses, an award winning garden centre and an ancient Church. For commuters, Knockholt Station is approximately 2.4 miles away and Orpington Station 5.4 miles away. Both provide easy access to London terminals at London Bridge, Waterloo East and Charing Cross with London Victoria trains also available from Orpington. Access to the national motorway system is via the M25 junction 4, just over 4 miles away.

The market town of Sevenoaks is surrounded by some of the most stunning countryside in South East England. It has a fascinating history and evidence of Stone Age man has been found in Knole Park, the 1,000 acre deer park that once belonged to Henry VIII. There are comprehensive shopping facilities with both national brands and individual businesses all easily accessible. The wide choice of social and recreational activities include the Stag Theatre and cinema, leisure centre with swimming pool, fitness suite and an extensive sporting programme, various golfing venues and a fine selection of restaurants.

Further places of interest within the local area include Chartwell (Winston Churchill’s former home), Ightham Mote, Hever Castle, Emmetts Garden, Leeds Castle, Penshurst Place, Old Soar Manor, Lullingstone Roman Villa, and Sevenoaks Wildlife Reserve.

TENURE
Freehold.

SERVICES
All mains services connected.

LOCAL AUTHORITY
Sevenoaks District Council - Council Tax Band D.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATEEPC
EPC Rating D.