*Chain free* A spacious character apartment situated within an imposing period residence, with secluded riverside gardens, on the fringe of this sought after village

DESCRIPTION

Just one of seven apartments, apartment 5 is an elegant well-proportioned three-bedroom first floor apartment within this charming Edwardian residence. The superb and secluded park-like gardens have exclusive river frontage and extend to about 0.86 acres.

There are period features from the original house including beautiful fireplaces, some internal and external window shutters, sash windows, good ceiling heights and a fabulous glass dome skylight in the hallway. Most of the rooms overlook the gardens and grounds.

FEATURES

- The communal entrance hall, previously the original kitchen when first built in 1912, has an area for letters and parcels for each apartment. Visitor access is via entry phone.

- Apartment 5’s magnificent 42 ft hallway is flooded with natural light through a fabulous dome skylight and features architectural arches, adding a romantic charm.

- The kitchen has a range of shaker style base and wall units with a Silestone worktop, including two original deep built in larder cupboards. Integrated appliances include a double oven, induction hob, dishwasher and washing machine, and space for a tall fridge/freezer.

- The splendid drawing room has a handsome fireplace and an original attractive display corner unit. This generously proportioned room offers plenty of space for a dining area.

- Spacious principal bedroom overlooking the gardens.

- Two further double bedrooms, one currently being used as a snug/study.

- The bathroom completes the accommodation.

- Garage and parking for two cars, as well as additional visitor parking.

- A great feature is the south facing park like communal gardens extending to about 0.86 acres and bounded on one side by the River Darent. These grounds are mainly laid to lawn with established shrubs and mature trees including a majestic cedar of Lebanon tree.

SITUATION

Situated in the heart of Shoreham village, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Conservation Area.

Shoreham is a picturesque village, tucked away in the Darenth Valley. It has a thriving community with many clubs, societies and annual events taking place. There are three public houses and a Vineyard in the village, plus a tea room, village store, church, museum, village hall with recreation ground, playground, tennis courts, cricket ground and cricket club. It is fortunate to have its own primary school and pre school, and the Darenth golf course. There are many lovely walking opportunities, particularly along the river banks, up on to the North Downs and in nearby Lullingstone Park.

Shoreham railway station, just 0.3 miles away, has services to London Bridge (about 34 minutes with 1 change) or Victoria/Blackfriars (about 1 hour). Orpington Station (5.8 miles) offers services to London Charing Cross / Cannon Street (London Bridge in about 16 minutes).

Junction 4 of the M25 is just 3.5 miles away, giving access to Gatwick, Heathrow, the Channel Tunnel Terminus, Dover Ferry terminal and the motorway network beyond.

Sevenoaks (about 5 miles) has more comprehensive facilities including shops, restaurants, cafes, The Stag theatre/cinema, M&S clothes and food store, Waitrose supermarket, schools and Knole Park. Further shopping is available at Orpington (6 miles) and Bluewater (11.5 miles).

Local golf courses include the Darenth, Lullingstone and Pedham as well as Knole and Wildernesse in Sevenoaks, and Nizels Golf & health club in nearby Hildenborough.

There are a good number of well-regarded schools in the local area including primary schools in Shoreham, Otford and Eynsford. Sevenoaks is renowned for its excellent selection of schools in the private and state sectors, most notably Sevenoaks school, and now also benefits from grammar annexes. There are further grammar schools in Orpington, Dartford and Tonbridge. Sevenoaks, Swanley and Longfield all have secondary schools.

PROPERTY INFORMATION

- Services: Mains electricity, drainage and water
- Heating: Storage heaters
- Local Authority: Sevenoaks District Council
- Council Tax band: F (£3126.20 for 2023/24)
- Service Charges: £3048 per annum
- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.
- Agents note: There is a right of way to the eastern flank of the garden allowing access to a privately owned boathouse.

DIRECTIONS

From Sevenoaks take the A225 and continue through Otford. After 1 mile, turn left signposted to Shoreham. Proceed under the railway bridge into the village and the entrance to Shoreham house can be found on the left-hand side just as the road bends sharply right.

Situated in the heart of Shoreham village, in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Conservation Area. The apartment enjoys the use of the communal park like gardens with large lawn areas, mature shrubs, bushes and trees and is bounded on one side by the River Darent.

Shoreham is a picturesque village, tucked away in the Darenth Valley. It has a thriving community with many clubs, societies and annual events taking place. There are three public houses and a Vineyard in the village, plus a tea room, village store, church, museum, village hall with recreation ground, playground and tennis courts. It is fortunate to have its own primary school and the Darenth golf course. There are are many lovely walking opportunities, particularly along the river banks, up on to the North Downs and in nearby Lullingstone Park.

Shoreham railway station has services to London Bridge (about 34 minutes with 1 change) or Victoria/Blackfriars (about 1 hour). Orpington Station (5.8 miles) offers services to London Charing Cross / Cannon Street (London Bridge in about 16 minutes).

Junction 4 of the M25 is just 3.5 miles away, giving access to Gatwick, Heathrow, the Channel Tunnel Terminus, Dover Ferry terminal and the motorway network beyond.

Sevenoaks (about 5 miles) has more comprehensive facilities including shops, restaurants, cafes, The Stag theatre/cinema, M&S clothes and food store, Waitrose supermarket, schools and Knole Park. Further shopping is available at Orpington (6 miles) and Bluewater (11.5 miles).

Local golf courses include the Darenth, Lullingstone and Pedham as well as Knole and Wildernesse in Sevenoaks, and Nizels Golf & health club in nearby Hildenborough.

There are a good number of well regarded schools in the local area including primary schools in Shoreham, Otford and Eynsford. Sevenoaks is renowned for its excellent selection of schools in the private and state sectors, most notably Sevenoaks school, and now also benefits from grammar annexes. There are further grammar schools in Orpington, Dartford and Tonbridge. Sevenoaks, Swanley and Longfield all have secondary schools.