Robsacks Kennels
This unique development opportunity to purchase an existing two bedroom, charming detached cottage bungalow with detached garage (totalling 1657 sq ft) and planning permission for demolition and removal of all kennel buildings, erection of additional substantial four bedroom, two storey detached modern dwelling, with part basement (totalling 3455 sq ft ) with associated access, parking and landscaping. The two titles totalling 1.7 acres are situated just outside the village of Eynsford. A shared secluded track leads up to the property where there is a large area for parking to the front of the existing property and since the planning permission was achieved an additional adjoining title to the southern boundary has been purchased by the current owners and is included in the sale.
This Grade II Listed four-storey home sits in a plot of around 0.3 of an acre and the accommodation comprises two/three reception rooms, study, kitchen, family room, six bedrooms, family bathroom, two shower rooms, one of which is en-suite, and a three-room cellar. Outside, there is a large deck and BBQ area at ground level, accessed from the kitchen’s double doors. There is a laid to lawn area and a variety of trees, including fruit trees, which provide for a high degree of privacy. There is also off-street parking for two cars, accessed via electric gates, with additional on-road parking alongside the front flint wall of the house. Since acquiring the property, the current owners have refurbished it throughout which has involved internal reshaping, including some room size alterations, expanding the kitchen to be more than twice the size and garden-facing, and to fully incorporate what was an external path between the house and the cottage.
Location
Eynsford is a picturesque village in the Sevenoaks district of Kent and is located in the historic Darenth Valley. It is famous for the ancient ford and hump-backed mediaeval bridge, which is still very much in use today, St Martins of Tours the 16th century village church, and Eynsford Castle to the north of the village. Eynsford Castle is one of the earliest Norman stonework defences in the country, and the castle and Roman Villa are within easy walking distance of the village centre as is the Lullingstone Country Park which provides stunning views over the valley. The nearby Hop Farm attracts visitors from all over the world with its beautiful lavender fields and farm shop selling local produce. Eynsford has a number of cosy pubs, restaurants and a tearoom by the ford. Eynsford also boasts an excellent primary school – The Anthony Roper School. Eynsford Station has fast links to Victoria and the City, and the village is convenient for the M25, M20 and Ebbsfleet.
Directions
From Eynsford Railway Station head north on Station Road towards Birch Close. Take a sharp left onto the A225/Shoreham Road. Continue along the Shoreham Road for approximately 0.6miles and take a left turning at the track immediately before the bus stop. Then follow the track over a small bridge, bearing left after the bridge, continue to follow the track along to towards the top for 0.1miles and the property is the third on the right-hand side
Seller Insight
In a lovely rural setting, up a private track with amazing views, it is the location that we love most about the property,” say the vendors of Robsacks Kennels. “With endless vistas of valleys and cornfields to the rear, yet within easy reach of the desirable town of Sevenoaks, this place really does have the best of both worlds.”
“Surrounded by an acre of land, which we recently doubled with the purchase of additional land next door, the property has a wonderful sense of space and privacy,” the vendors continue. “It has plenty of potential for development, too, coming with rare planning permission to build a large 4 bedroom home in addition to the 2 bedroom bungalow we are currently living in here. This would be fantastic for a family who would like self-contained accommodation for elderly relatives, older teenagers or as a holiday rental, the existing house being the ideal annexe to a new, larger house.”
“The bungalow itself is light and airy,” the owners continue, “with large windows making the most of the greenery outside. Yet, it remains cosy and welcoming, with exposed red brick feature walls in the lounge and the country-style kitchen lending a feeling of warmth, in the latter forming an alcove which holds the all-important AGA.”
The local area has much to recommend it, too. “Lullingstone Country Park is a stone’s throw away for its popular golf course and stunning dog walks stretching between Lullingstone and Eynsford Castles,” the owners say. “Transport links are excellent, too, with Eynsford station just a short distance away for regular Thameslink services between London and Sevenoaks.”
“Surrounded by lovely views of valleys and cornfields, yet within easy reach of Sevenoaks, this place really does have the best of both worlds.”*
* 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.
Transport Information
Eynsford Railway Station: 0.8. mile Shoreham Railway Station: 2 miles The distances calculated are as the crow flies.
Education
Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria.
Useful Information
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Council Tax
We are informed this property is in council tax band E, you should verify this with Sevenoaks Borough Council.
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.
Viewing
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Council Tax Band: E
