Brimstone Hill, Meopham, Kent, DA13
- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
4
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Four Bedroom Detached Cottage
- Three Reception Rooms
- Kitchen Breakfast Room
- Various Outbuildings
- Separate FOG Annex / Apartment with External Office
- Two Large Garage / Workshops & Double Carport
- Garden Room / Craft Room & Add Tractor Store
- Plot Approaching 5 Acres
- Established Garden & Woodland
- Rural Setting Close to Village Amenities
Description
Brimstone Cottage is a truly special and characterful home, set within a picturesque and peaceful position on Brimstone Hill in a rural part of Meopham, offering a rare combination of privacy, space and versatility within beautifully established grounds. Having been a much-loved family home for over three decades, the property has been carefully improved and extended over time, thoughtfully blending modern comforts with its inherent charm to create a warm and inviting environment perfectly suited to both everyday living and entertaining.
The main accommodation flows naturally from a welcoming entrance hall into a series of well-proportioned reception spaces, each enjoying attractive outlooks across the gardens. The main sitting room provides a cosy yet generous setting with a feature fireplace and log burner, while a further reception room offers additional flexibility as a snug or family room. The dining room sits centrally within the home, creating an ideal space for gatherings and celebrations, and connects seamlessly through to the kitchen/breakfast room, which is fitted in a classic style with a range cooker and ample workspace. A separate utility room adds further practicality to the ground floor layout.
Upstairs, the first floor continues to impress with four bedrooms arranged around a central landing, including a principal bedroom suite with its own en suite shower room. The second bedroom also has an ensuite and the remaining bedrooms are well-sized and are served by a ground floor family bathroom, making the layout particularly well suited to family life. Beyond the main house, the property excels in its breadth of additional accommodation and outbuildings. A substantial garage complex incorporates a workshop and first floor office space, along with a self-contained annex apartment complete with living area, kitchenette, bedroom and shower room, providing ideal ancillary accommodation for guests, extended family or potential home working. Further outbuildings include a range of sheds, stores and a large garden room, offering excellent versatility for hobbies, leisure or potential business use.
The grounds are a defining feature of Brimstone Cottage, extending to approximately 0.41 acres and enjoying a high degree of seclusion. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn with well-stocked borders and mature planting, creating a tranquil and established setting, with a public footpath crossing the front garden. While areas of woodland to the rear enhance the sense of privacy and connection to the surrounding countryside. The setting offers a wonderful balance of open space and shelter, with an abundance of wildlife and far-reaching views across neighbouring fields, providing a peaceful backdrop that changes beautifully with the seasons.
Brimstone Cottage offers a rare opportunity to acquire a distinctive home of genuine character and scale, combining flexible accommodation, extensive outbuildings and beautiful grounds in a sought-after village setting. Homes of this nature are seldom available and early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything this unique property has to offer.
Location
Meopham itself is a highly regarded village offering a strong sense of community alongside a range of everyday amenities including local shops, eateries, leisure facilities and well-regarded schools. There are excellent transport links nearby, with mainline stations at Sole Street and Meopham providing access into London, while road connections to the A2, M2, M20 and M25 ensure convenient travel across the region, along with easy reach of Bluewater Shopping Centre and Ebbsfleet International.
Directions
From our North Kent Fine & Country office proceed down Ash Road and continue into Hartley Road. At the bottom of the hill turn right at the mini roundabout into Main Road. Continue to the end and turn right into Wrotham Road. Turn left into The Street and continue into Foxendown Lane. Bear right into Brimstone Hill where the property can be found on the left hand side.
Seller Insight
“Brimstone Cottage has been my home for the past 31 years. From the very beginning, it was my husband who truly saw its potential. I was hesitant at first - it felt like something out of a Hansel and Gretel story, charming but overgrown and tucked away in the countryside. However, I am so glad we took the leap. With its peaceful surroundings and many walks, it proved to be the perfect place to raise a family.” “Over the years, we have thoughtfully modernised and renovated the property, always ensuring we preserved its character. My husband carried out all of the work himself, including the extension, which blends seamlessly with the original home. Many people have since commented on how beautiful and pretty the cottage is from the outside.”
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“My favourite place to be is the garden. It is wonderfully private, and although there is a footpath through the fields in front of us, it never intrudes. We’re surrounded by woodland and lucky to see lots of wildlife, from woodpeckers to thrushes, with birdsong always in the background.” “The garden itself is very large, with woodland at the rear that we are lucky enough to own. It has been a truly special space for both relaxation and gathering.”
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“It has always been the perfect home for entertaining. We have hosted Easter egg hunts most years, and it is the kind of place people naturally gravitate towards. With two lounges and space to seat up to 32 guests for dinner on one memorable occasion, it has been ideal for Christmas celebrations, christenings, and countless special moments. The flow of the house makes it both welcoming and practical for hosting.”
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“The community here is equally special. With beautiful walks on the doorstep and a vibrant village life - including a tennis club, craft and needle groups, and a gym, there is always something going on. It is a warm, friendly, and welcoming place to live.” “What I will miss most is the peace and tranquillity, along with the many memories made here while raising my children. It truly has been a wonderful home. Now, however, it is time for a new chapter. Brimstone Cottage is one of those rare places that must be seen to be fully appreciated- it is, without question, something very special.”
Entrance Hall
Vaulted. Hard wood door to front. Carpet. Plain ceiling. Radiator. Stairs leading to landing with understairs storage cupboard.
Bathroom
8' 8" x 6' 11" (2.64m x 2.1m)
Double glazed leaded light effect window to rear. Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling. Radiator. Panelled Duscholux bath. Vernon Tutbury wash hand basin. High flush W.C. Storage cupboard. Part tiled walls.
Sitting Room
21' 0" x 16' 4" (6.4m x 4.98m)
Double glazed window to front. double glazed leaded light effect window to side. Double glazed frosted door to rear. Carpet, Plain ceiling with ceiling rose. Radiator. Brick feature wall with chimney breast and log burner.
Dining Room
12' 0" x 10' 11" (3.66m x 3.33m)
Double glazed leaded light effect window to rear. Wood effect flooring. Dado rail. Log burner.
Snug
14' 1" x 12' 1" (4.3m x 3.68m)
Double glazed bay window to front. Carpet. Plain ceiling with ceiling rose. Built-in chimney breast and log burner. Plumbing for radiator.
Kitchen/Breakfast Room
25' 6" x 9' 10" (7.77m x 3m)
Double glazed leaded light effect windows to front and side. Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling. Fitted wall and base units with Butler sink and drainer and display cabinets with work tops over. Rangemaster 110. Integrated dishwasher, freezer and fridge/freezer. Part tiled walls.
Utility Room
7' 7" x 7' 5" (2.3m x 2.26m)
Double glazed leaded light effect window to side. Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling. Fited wall and base units with work tops over. Spaces for washing machine and tumble dryer. Local tiling to walls. Grant oil central heating boiler.
Landing
Skylight window to front. Carpet. Plain ceiling. Access to loft.
Main Bedroom
16' 2" x 15' 11" (4.93m x 4.85m)
Double glazed leaded light effect windows to front and rear. Wood effect flooring. Plain ceiling. Built-in wardrobes. Dakin air conditioning heater. Plumbing for radiator.
En-Suite Shower Room
7' 11" x 4' 4" (2.41m x 1.32m)
Skylight window to rear. Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling. Shower cubicle. Low level W.C. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Heated towel rail. Storage cupboard.
Bedroom Two
14' 1" x 11' 11" (4.3m x 3.63m)
Double glazed leaded light effect window to front. Wood effect flooring. Plain ceiling. Plumbing for radiator.
En-Suite Shower Room
6' 4" x 5' 10" (1.93m x 1.78m)
Double glazed leaded light effect window to side. Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling. Shower cubicle. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Low level W.C. Heated towel rails. Storage cupboards.
Bedroom Three
12' 0" x 11' 11" (3.66m x 3.63m)
Double glazed leaded light effect window to side. Wood effect flooring. Plain ceiling. Picture rail. Dakin air conditioning heater.
Bedroom Four/Nursery Room
16' 8" x 7' 9" (5.08m x 2.36m)
Double glazed leaded light effect window to side. Skylight window. Wood effect flooring. Plain ceiling. Storage cupboards.
Garden & Grounds
Extending to approximately 5 acres - The grounds are a defining feature, enjoying a high degree of seclusion. The gardens are mainly laid to lawn with well-stocked borders and mature planting, creating a tranquil and established setting, with a public footpath crossing the front garden. While areas of woodland to the rear enhance the sense of privacy and connection to the surrounding countryside.
Garage/Studio
19' 7" x 15' 0" (5.97m x 4.57m)
Panelled door to front. Wood effect flooring. Plain ceiling. Stairs leading to apartment.
Garage/Workshop
28' 1" x 22' 1" (8.56m x 6.73m)
Panelled doors to front. Work benches.
Double Carport
21' 2" x 15' 6" (6.45m x 4.72m)
First Floor Office
20' 10" x 9' 9" (6.35m x 2.97m)
Three skylight windows to front. Carpet. Plain ceiling with downlights.
FOG Annex Apartment
8.4m (8.4) narrowing to 6m (6) x 4.95m (4.95) - Three skylight windows to front. Daikin heater. Wood effect flooring. Plain ceiling.
Kitchenette
Skylight window to front. Fitted wall and base units with work tops over. Stainless steel sink and drainer unit. Hotpoint oven and hob.
Shower Room
7' 5" x 5' 7" (2.26m x 1.7m)
Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling. Heated towel rail. Wash hand basin. Low level W.C. Shower cubicle.
Bedroom
21' 4" x 12' 0" (6.5m x 3.66m)
Three windows to front. Wood effect flooring. Plain ceiling with downlights. Daikin heater. Stairs to studio.
Sheds/Store Rooms
Garden Room
28' 6" x 19' 10" (8.69m x 6.05m)
Two double glazed leaded light French doors to side. Double glazed window to front. Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling. Loft hatch.
Workshop/Store
14' 9" x 10' 11" (4.5m x 3.33m)
Store One
10' 11" x 9' 10" (3.33m x 3m)
Store Two
Craft Room
W.C.
6' 7" x 4' 9" (2m x 1.45m)
Low level W.C. Wash hand basin. Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling.
Tractor Store
19' 8" x 10' 7" (6m x 3.23m)
Parking
Long driveway with ample parking to front.
Please Note
Although the property has elements of a central heating system partly installed, the property has no form of central heating. The property is heated by various log burners and electric heaters.
Transport Information
Train Stations: Sole Street 1.1 miles Meopham 1.6 miles Longfield 3.8 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: Meopham Community Academy 1.1 miles Helen Allison School 1.2 miles Culverstone Green Primary School 1.6 miles Vigo Village School 2.2 miles Cobham Primary School 2.4 miles Secondary Schools: Meopham School 0.8 miles Helen Allison School 1.2 miles Leigh Academy Milestone 3 miles Cobham Hall 3.1 miles Rowhill School 3.4 miles Information sourced from Rightmove (findaschool). Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria.
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 F. 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.
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FCNK/CB/DH/260331 - HAR250244/D1
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- Band: F
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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