Moonrakers Birdhouse Lane, Downe, Orpington, Kent

SITUATION

This wonderful family home is set within a peaceful rural location, just a short walk from the village of Downe where you will find two pubs, Christmas Tree Farm and a restaurant. Despite its tranquil setting, the property remains well-positioned for commuting, with Orpington station approximately a 16-minute drive away, offering mainline services to London Bridge, Waterloo East, and Charing Cross. Everyday amenities are also within easy reach, with Locksbottom located around 4.7 miles away offering a variety of shops, supermarkets, and restaurants, and Biggin Hill being around 2.5 miles away offering a Waitrose and other amenities. Bromley Town is approximately 6.3 miles and provides an extensive range of shopping facilities, leisure amenities, a theatre, and additional mainline stations. The area is also well served by several highly regarded schools, including Downe Primary School, Cudham Church of England Primary School, and St Olave’s Grammar School, among others nearby.

ENTRANCE HALLWAY

Double doors open into a welcoming entrance hallway featuring engineered oak flooring and a black coir matwell. An oak door leads to the W/C, while double oak doors open into the impressive open-plan living space.

CLOAKROOM WC

The lower ground-floor W/C is finished with engineered oak flooring, a white heated towel rail, a close-coupled W/C, and a cistern sink basin with vanity storage below, complemented by a mosaic-tiled splashback. There is also space for a freestanding storage cupboard.

KITCHEN

The kitchen features engineered oak flooring, double-glazed windows overlooking the front of the property and a radiator. It is well equipped with integrated Zanussi ovens, a five-ring gas hob and ample storage cupboards. An island featuring a solid oak worktop and with storage below and a fitted wine fridge provides additional preparation space, with plenty of room for a dining table and an additional radiator.

DINING ROOM/LIVING ROOM

Double oak doors lead through to the bright and spacious, open-plan living room, dining room and kitchen, with stairs to the lower ground-floor and an oak door leading to an additional reception room. The space benefits from quadruple aspect, double-glazed windows and a Juliette balcony, flooding the area with natural light. Flowing seamlessly from the dining area, the living room features engineered oak flooring, radiators and double-glazed windows overlooking the side of the property. The main balcony extends from the rear of the property with ample space for seating or dining (5m x 3m) with a further Juliette balcony from the sitting room, both enjoying spectacular views over Downe.

LANDING

Leading from the upper level, carpeted stairs descend to a landing with engineered wooden flooring. This space provides access to all three bedrooms, en-suites, and a versatile storage room.

PRINCIPAL BEDROOM

A spacious, carpeted principal bedroom offering plenty of room for furniture and storage. Glass doors lead directly out to the garden, while an additional side-facing window fills the room with natural light. A radiator provides added comfort, and the room flows seamlessly into a private en-suite.

EN-SUITE

Accessed from the principal bedroom, this stylish en-suite features tiled flooring and part-tiled walls for a modern finish. The suite includes a freestanding bath with a shower attachment, a large shower with both hose and head attachments, a close-coupled toilet, and a floating sink basin with storage below. Additional storage cupboards and a heated towel rail complete the space.

BEDROOM TWO

A well-proportioned bedroom with carpeted flooring and ample space for furniture and storage. Glass doors open out to the garden, allowing plenty of natural light to fill the room, while a radiator provides added warmth. The room also benefits from access to a private en-suite.

EN-SUITE

Featuring tiled flooring and part-tiled walls for a modern finish, this en-suite includes a close-coupled toilet, a sink basin with storage underneath, and a freestanding shower. The space is completed with a heated towel rail for added comfort.

BEDROOM THREE

A comfortable bedroom with carpeted flooring and space for furniture and storage. Windows facing the side of the property allow for natural light, while a radiator provides added warmth.

STUDY/BEDROOM FOUR

On the ground floor, a study/fourth bedroom features engineered oak flooring, double-glazed windows overlooking the front and a radiator, making it an ideal study, music room or additional workspace.

SERVICES & AGENT NOTES

Freehold
Private Drainage - Klargester treatment plant
Bromley Council - Tax Band G
Double-glazed windows and doors throughout the property.

CONSUMER PROTECTION FROM UNFAIR TRADING REGULATIONS 2008

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