For sale by Modern Method of Auction; Starting Bid Price £200,000 plus Reservation Fee.
• For Sale by Auction – T & C’s apply
• Subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price
• Reservation Fee applicable
• The Modern Method of Auction

This charming “Circa 1910” two bedroom semi-detached period cottage occupies a semi-rural position within the Betsham area of Southfleet and comes to the market for the first time “since 1989”, presenting a genuinely rare opportunity for buyers seeking a full renovation and redevelopment project. Requiring comprehensive modernisation throughout, the property offers enormous potential to reimagine, reconfigure and potentially extend, subject to the usual planning consents, creating a characterful countryside home tailored entirely to personal taste.

The existing accommodation comprises an entrance hall with stairs to the first floor, a separate sitting room to the front and an adjoining dining room that opens through to a conservatory along with a kitchen. There is also a ground floor WC, while upstairs are two well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. The layout provides a solid base for sympathetic refurbishment or more ambitious redesign.

To the rear, the garden is generous in size and approximately 100’ and backs directly onto open fields, offering attractive outlooks and a sense of privacy. Although currently in need of attention, it provides a superb canvas for landscaping and outdoor entertaining, with scope to create something truly special in keeping with the semi-rural setting. Side access is available and the garden includes a patio area, nature pond and oil tank.

Despite its village feel, the property is exceptionally well connected. Road links via the A2 and M25 are close at hand, with the M20 and M26 also within easy reach, making travel across Kent and beyond straightforward. Ebbsfleet International station is nearby, offering high-speed services into London St Pancras, while Bluewater Shopping Complex provides an extensive range of retail, leisure and dining facilities. The neighbouring village of Longfield offers further everyday amenities along with a mainline railway station serving London Victoria and Charing Cross.

Families will appreciate the range of well-regarded primary schools in surrounding villages, together with a choice of secondary, academy and grammar schools within a short drive, including the highly regarded Gravesend Grammar School and Mayfield Grammar School for Girls in nearby Gravesend, both of which are consistently popular choices for selective education.

The property is offered with full vacant possession and will appeal to those looking for a project with genuine upside in a sought-after semi-rural location.

The property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction, with a starting bid price and reservation fee applicable. Buyers should note that this method requires exchange and completion within the specified timescales and that additional fees apply, details of which are available within the Buyer Information Pack. All prospective purchasers are advised to carry out their own due diligence prior to bidding.

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Location
Southfleet is a delightful semi-rural village in a conservation area. The parish includes within its boundaries the hamlets of Betsham, Highcross and Westwood offering local primary school, two public houses, farm shop and village hall. Ideally situated with easy access of the village of Longfield and Gravesend town centre providing further shopping recreational and educational facilities including mainline railway station to London on to Victoria and Charing Cross lines respectively. The A2 and M25 motorways together with Bluewater, the Channel Ports and Ebbsfleet International station providing a 20 minute link to London St Pancras are also within access.

Directions
From our Clifton & Co Hartley office proceed down Ash Road and continue into Hartley Road. At the bottom of the hill take first exit off roundabout into Main Road and at the next roundabout take third exit into Whitehill Road. Continue into Westwood Road and at the end turn right into Station Road where the property can be found on the left hand side.

Auctioneer's Comments
This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid on the property, your information will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold. This method of auction requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days of the draft contract for sale being received by the buyers solicitor. This additional time allows buyers to proceed with mortgage finance (subject to lending criteria, affordability and survey). The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee. This being 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,000.00 including VAT. The Reservation Fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability.

Further Auctioneer's Comments
Buyers will be required to go through an identification verification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded. This property has a Buyer Information Pack which is a collection of documents in relation to the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know about the property, so you are required to complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample copy of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are also contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of £300.00 including VAT towards the preparation cost of the pack, where it has been provided by iamsold. The property is subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price with both the Reserve Price and Starting Bid being subject to change.

Referral Arrangements
The Partner Agent and Auctioneer may recommend the services of third parties to you. Whilst these services are recommended as it is believed they will be of benefit; you are under no obligation to use any of these services and you should always consider your options before services are accepted. Where services are accepted the Auctioneer or Partner Agent may receive payment for the recommendation and you will be informed of any referral arrangement and payment prior to any services being taken by you.

Entrance Hall
Composite double glazed panelled door to front. Plain ceiling. Radiator. Cupboard housing meter. Stairs leading to landing.

Sitting Room 4.1m x 3.35m (13' 5" x 11' 0")
Double glazed window to front. Papered ceiling. Radiator.

Dining Room 3.35m x 3.1m (11' 0" x 10' 2")
Window to rear. Plain ceiling. Radiator.

Kitchen 3.35m x 1.8m (11' 0" x 5' 11")
Double glazed windows to rear and side. Parquet flooring. Plain ceiling. Fitted wall and base units with work tops over. Stainless steel sink and drainer unit with mixer taps. Local tiling to walls. Spaces for cooker, washing machine and fridge/freezer. Floor mounted central heating boiler. Additional small wash hand basin.

Conservatory 3.48m x 2.64m (11' 5" x 8' 8")
Window to rear and side. Double glazed door to side.

W.C. 1.3m x 1.1m (4' 3" x 3' 7")
Low level w.c.

Landing
Double glazed window to side. Papered ceiling. Access to loft.

Main Bedroom 4.11m x 3.35m (13' 6" x 11' 0")
Double glazed window to front. Papered ceiling. Floorboards. Radiator. Recess and wardrobe over stairwell.

Bedroom Two 3.35m x 2.5m (11' 0" x 8' 2")
Double glazed window to rear. Papered ceiling. Floorboards. Radiator.

Bathroom 2.41m x 2.41m (7' 11" x 7' 11")
Frosted double glazed window to rear. Wood effect flooring. Textured ceiling. Radiator. Panelled bath. Low level w.c. Wash hand basin. Local tiling to walls. Wall cabinet. Airing cabinet.

Rear Garden
Approximately 30.48m - In need of attention. Small paved patio area. Lawn. Concrete base for a shed. Small nature pond to rear. Part walled. Backing onto fields. Side access with oil tank.

Parking
No parking - only on street.

Transport Information
Train Stations: Longfield 1.7 miles Northfleet 1.9 miles Gravesend 2.9 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: Sedley's Church of England Primary School 0.5 miles Ebbsfleet Green Primary School 1 mile Bean Primary School 1 mile Springhead Park Primary School 1.1 miles Painters Ash Primary School 1.2 miles Secondary Schools: Ebbsfleet Academy 1.4 miles Northfleet School for Girls 1.4 miles Northfleet Technology College 1.6 miles Longfield Academy 1.8 miles Rowhill School 1.8 miles Information sourced from (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 Clifton & Co 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 D. For confirmation please contact Dartford 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 Clifton & Co Hartley office.

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