Wrotham Heath Place
Step inside Wrotham Heath Place
Wrotham Heath Place is located at the end of a shared private driveway and is an attractive double fronted attached period property, that is believed to have been the ballroom wing of the original manor house. The house with its red brick facade and sash windows benefits from being the end property, giving a more secluded feel. This attractive four bedroom period home of generous proportions dating originally from the early 1800s is set on a generous 0.8 acre plot and offers versatile accommodation and further extension potential, subject to planning permission.
The front door opens into an inviting double height tiled entrance hall with cloakroom provides access to the ground floor rooms and a staircase leading to the first floor. Double doors lead through to an impressive 24 ft. reception / sitting room which boasts intricate cornicing and pretty ceiling rose, two large sash windows with shutters and window seats, stripped wood flooring and a striking open fireplace with marble surround.
Further ground floor accommodation includes a study, downstairs WC, kitchen breakfast room with adjoining utility room and boot room, a bright conservatory/orangery overlooking the garden that the current owners use as a dining/family room. A second reception room with attractive wall panelling and French doors to the terrace is currently used as a gym but could equally be used as a playroom, library or snug. Access to the cellar is from this room via a trap door. The cellar potentially has conversion potential subject to planning and a buyer’s own investigations.
Stairs lead up from the hallway to a galleried landing on the first floor. The dual aspect main bedroom with focal fireplace overlooks the rear garden and benefits from a spacious recently refitted en-suite shower room. There are three further bedrooms and a refitted family bathroom with separate shower.
Outside the house sits on a plot of 0.8 of an acre, which includes a generous area for off street parking at the front that also provides access to the substantial detached garage / carport which has been extended by the current owners but requires finishing to fulfil its full potential and has annexe or home office potential. To the rear of the house there is a raised terrace area leading down to the garden which is mainly laid to lawn with mature trees and an ideal space to entertain family and friends.
Since purchasing the property, the owners have made various improvements and this vacant possession home it is now looking for a new custodian that will finish the elements that the current owners have yet to complete and is sure to suit an array of buyers, including growing families or those from London looking for an ‘escape to the country’ and a ‘get away from it all’ experience and yet is still conveniently located for road and rail links into central London and the coast.
This charming property is located in a secluded location in semi-rural position set off London Road in Wrotham Heath. Local amenities include a petrol station with shop, Chinese restaurant, Vineyard restaurant, Beefeater public house with restaurant and the Holiday Inn Hotel and Health Club. The village of St. Mary’s Platt is approximately a mile away and benefits from a primary school. A wider variety of shops and facilities are available at Borough Green.
Transport links include Borough Green & Wrotham train station 1.5 miles away, offering direct services to London Victoria and London Blackfriars, the Junction of the M20 is approximately half a mile away, giving easy access to the M26 (for M25) for access to Gatwick and Heathrow, as well as seaports and resorts on the South Coast.
Seller Insight
We decided to move during lockdown,” says the current owner of Wrotham Heath Place. “I had never enjoyed the city life and constant traffic, but we also needed to travel to work and visit family when needed, so not being too far from London with good transport links was also important. We had sold our house quickly, but were struggling to find anything that really took our liking. Whilst sitting waiting to view yet another property, I was scrolling for any new property listings, when up flashed Wrotham Heath Place. I instantly phoned the estate agents and had an impatient wait for the open day the following Saturday.”
“As we drove up the private lane to the property, I fell in love with the secluded feel and all of the surrounding trees and greenery,” the owner continues. “We pulled onto the unmade drive and just love the cottage style house staring at us. When we went inside, the high ceilings, huge windows and years of life that the house had made it feel like home. Although run down, the potential and feeling we had in the house made us love it all the more. The garden was overgrown and also longing to be loved but we instantly knew this was the house we had to have.”
Since then, the owners have made various improvements to the property. “In the time we have lived here, the house has been decorated throughout,” they say, “with new bathrooms, a driveway, and starting the extension on the garage ready for the next owner to fulfil its potential moving forward.”
“There isn’t anything about this property we won’t miss,” continue the owners, “from the beautiful gardens in the summer months, to the open fire in the winter; from the huge Christmas tree to fill the large living area that once was a ballroom, to the peace the house has brought us in the time we have been here. I love every room in this house but my favourite has to be the garden – sitting out there, you could be anywhere in the world! The sun can be found over most parts of the garden and also on the front driveway, which is a lovely place to enjoy a cup of tea or glass of wine.”
This is the ideal home for everyday life and entertaining alike. “We had a party here last year and invited all our family and friends, including our wonderful neighbours. We built a bar for the occasion and had live bands playing all afternoon and evening as over 200 people enjoyed the beautiful garden area - certainly a party we will always remember!”
The local area has much to recommend it, too. “Locally, you have Borough Green and West Malling, both of which are lovely,” the owners say. “Reynolds Retreat can be found in Borough Green, and the bakery there is amazing. The rail links are fantastic, with trains taking approximately 30 mins to London. West Malling has some wonderful restaurants, pubs and bars, all contributing to the buzzing nightlife of the town.”*
* 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.
Location
Wrotham is a pretty village situated on the Pilgrim’s Way in Kent, at the foot of the North Downs. It is located one mile north of Borough Green and approximately five miles east of Sevenoaks. The area has shops, post office, public houses, hotels and recreation ground. Borough Green is approximately one and a half miles from Wrotham and offers shopping facilities, banks, train station and adult only retreat with spa. There are schools at Wrotham and Borough Green with further schooling within the Sevenoaks area. Sevenoaks is approximately 8 miles away and has a variety of shopping facilities, restaurants, main library, swimming pool and leisure centre as well as trains services on the Charing Cross/Cannon Street line. There is also access to M20, M26 and M25 links at Wrotham Heath.
Directions
From Junction 2A of the M20 proceed along the A20 London Road, just past the Holiday Inn the private driveway can be find on your left hand side. Proceed up the driveway which forks to the right where the property can be found at the end.
Transport Information
Borough Green & Wrotham 1.5 miles
Kemsing Station 3.9 miles
Meopham Railway Station: 6 miles Shoreham Station 6.8 miles
Otford Station 6.2 miles
Eynsford Station 7.2 miles
Ebbsfleet International Railway Station: 9.9 miles
All distances are approximate and calculated as the crow flies.
Education
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Useful Information
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Council Tax
We are informed this property is in council tax band G, you should verify this with Tonbridge & Malling 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.
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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
