For Sale4 Bedroom House in Row Dow Lane, Otford, Kent, TN15£1,000,000

GUIDE PRICE £1,000,000 - £1,100,000 Highfield is a substantial four bedroom conversion, being Part of a former Country Mansion House. Originally built in 1881 by the architect Spencer Chadwick, ‘Highfield House’ in the Parish of Shoreham was his country estate until 1897, when it was sold to a prominent and influential local family. Sir Herbert Cohen died in 1968 without a direct heir and subsequently the entire Highfield Estate was sold, and the house divided into four luxury dwellings each with their own secluded private gardens, extensive guest and resident parking and double garages en-bloc. Situated in a peaceful and tranquil semi-rural setting on the spur of the North Downs ‘Highfield’ an historic Victorian manor house, is surrounded by open fields and ancient bluebell woods and is approached by a sweeping driveway with bordering woodland and specimen shrubbery. This impressive period property with living accommodation (3311 sq. ft) arranged over three floors. With two entrances one on the ground and another on the lower ground floor this makes this property ideal for multigenerational living arrangements. The main entrance is approached via wide steps to a grand entrance. The bright and spacious sitting room is located to the rear in an elevated position overlooking lawn areas. The open plan kitchen dining room is to the front and enjoys views over the property’s private garden. To the first floor there are three double bedrooms, with ensuite bathroom to the principal bedroom and a further family bathroom. The versatile lower ground floor is where the fourth bedroom is located with an en suite shower. Further accommodation on the lower ground floor includes a study or office for home working, a large store that has previously been used as a gym and further storerooms. With its own separate entrance this level lends itself to various uses, including a grandparent or older child that wants their own space. Outside, the private gardens and grounds extend to approximately 1.26 acres and is made up of many elements with a laid to lawn area with an adjoining area of woodland, a small sun terrace to the front of the house enjoys a view over the main garden. There is an en-bloc double garage and extensive parking to the front of the property. The substantial plot approached by a sweeping driveway enjoy views over the surrounding countryside. This elegant Victorian property situated on the outskirts of Otford village known as Otford Hills and maintains a wealth of period features including high ceilings, attractive fireplaces, large picture windows and panelled doors. Store/Gym 17'1" x 12'1" (5.2m x 3.68m). Location    Otford Village is an attractive 16th century village approximately 3.7 miles from Sevenoaks town centre. The village has a variety of small shops, historic houses, several pubs and a restaurant, a 16th century church, a library, the village primary school and nursery, a recreation ground and playground for small children as well as two halls which host events and club meetings. There are two private prep schools in the area: St Michael's school which takes children from age 2 to 13, and Russell House School. At the centre of the village is a very picturesque spring-filled pond which is the location of the smallest listed duck pond in England. The attractive village green is surrounded by historic buildings including Chantry Cottage and St Bartholomew's Church. Otford has a mainline rail service with frequent services to Victoria. Sevenoaks mainline station is approximately 3 miles away and provides frequent services to London Bridge/ Charing Cross. Directions    From our Fine & Country Office in Otford Village, head East on the High Street, at the roundabout take the first exit onto Station Road A225. Turn right onto Pilgrims Way East, then turn left into Row Dow Lane. Take the left fork in the road at the top of the hill, at the triangle grassed area continuing along Row Dow Lane. Highfield’s entrance will be on your right hand side. Seller Insight    Highfield is an impressive Victorian country mansion, and number 2 is a spacious, comfortable and elegant home. Twenty eight years ago, Jo and Alastair decided to leave London and bring up their young family in a rural environment. As they drove up the sweeping driveway, they were immediately delighted by the attractive façade of the building in its beautiful setting, and the interior with the large rooms and high ceilings of the period: whilst the acre of garden and woodland completed their tick list. They have loved the house and the superb lifestyle it has given them. .    Jo and Alastair have made changes to create a home suited to family living. The galley style kitchen was opened into the large dining room and is now a sociable area where the cook can chat with friends and family who naturally gather together in its inviting ambience. To further enhance the house, they created a large ensuite shower room in the basement bedroom, installed a new ensuite bathroom in the master bedroom, and redecorated all the bedrooms, lounge and the basement rooms, whilst adding ceramic tiles down the stairs and throughout the basement, which is also aesthetically pleasing. .    Jo and Alastair enjoy the whole house and appreciate the sense of space in the rooms, the attractive oak framed windows and ornate ceilings. The lounge is a room where you can relax before the warmth of the wood burner but is also a sophisticated setting for more formal occasions. There have been many parties over the years, including a hen party for Jo’s sister. It is a home which welcomes people. .    The garden is a charming eclectic mix of lawns, flower beds, mature trees and woodland. The keen gardener can work on the raised vegetable beds or potter in the potting shed and greenhouse. It has been a joy to watch the changing seasons, the springtime bluebells and wood anemones, and observe the wildlife in the two ponds. However Jo and Alastair added a patio area with a fountain and say this is their favourite place where they can simply sit and savour the tranquillity that surrounds them. .    Highfield enjoys an excellent location, only a mile and a half from Otford village with its shops, restaurants, pubs and station and rail links to London. Sevenoaks is three miles away and there is easy access to the M25 providing links to Gatwick, Heathrow and the Channel Tunnel. There are endless walks to explore, and Lullingstone World Garden and Mount Vineyard are local attractions. Jo and Alastair will sorely miss their neighbours, local friends and especially the house which has been a safe place for their family to grow and enjoy. They are sure the new owners will love it as they have. Ground Floor Porch    Door to front with window above and window panels to the sides. Plain coved ceiling. Wooden flooring. Entrance Hall    Door to front with window above and window panels to the sides. Window to side. Plain coved ceiling. Two radiators. Wooden flooring. Double doors leading to sitting room. Rear hall leading to Lower Ground Floor and staircase to first floor. Storage cupboards. Cloakroom 13'2" x 4'7" (4.01m x 1.4m). Window to rear. Plain coved ceiling. Tiled flooring. Radiator. Low level w.c. Sink in vanity unit. Storage cupboards. Kitchen/Dining Room 21'8" x 15'11" (6.6m x 4.85m). Kitchen area: Window to front. Plain coved ceiling. Tiled flooring. Wall and base units with granite worktops over with granite upstands. Space for dishwasher. Neff oven with Bosch gas hob with Siemens extractor hood over. Integrated fridge. Wine rack. Space for washing machine. Dining area: Window to front. Floorboards. Period feature, corniced ceiling. Picture rail. Dado rail. Radiator. Period wood surround period fireplace with cast iron inset and filed surround. Sitting Room 22' x 18'11" (6.7m x 5.77m). Large bay window to rear. Floorboards. Period feature, corniced panelled ceiling. Picture rail. Three radiators. Period wood surround fireplace with log burner. Lower Ground Floor    Staircase with Italian wood effect treads and risers to lower ground floor. Entrance Hall/Potential Utility Room 8'4" x 7'2" (2.54m x 2.18m). Door to front. Window to front. Textured ceiling. Italian tiled, wood effect flooring. Storage cupboards. Space for tumble dryer. W.C. 4'7" x 3'1" (1.4m x 0.94m). Window to front. Ceiling with downlight. Italian tiled, wood effect flooring. Low level w.c. Guest Bedroom 13'9" (4.2m) extending to 15'11" (4.85m) x 11'3" (3.43m). Windows to front. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Italian tiled, wood effect flooring. Radiator. Built in wardrobes. En-Suite Shower Room 6'6" x 3'4" (1.98m x 1.02m). Plain ceiling with downlights. Tiled flooring. Shower cubicle. Sink. Fully tiled. Study 18'6" (5.64m) at widest point x 7'9" (2.36m). Windows to rear. Beamed ceiling. Italian tiled, wood effect flooring. Radiator. Workstation. Built in cupboard housing electric meter and consumer unit. Store/Gym 7'11" x 4' (2.41m x 1.22m). Windows to rear. Window to front/staircase. Plain ceiling with downlights. Italian tiled, wood effect flooring. Feature fireplace (not working). Pantry 8'10" x 3' (2.7m x 0.91m). Plain ceiling. Italian tiled, wood effect flooring. Built in shelves. Store 7'11" x 4' (2.41m x 1.22m). Plain ceiling. Concrete flooring. Built in shelves Boiler Room 16'2" (4.93m) x 5' (1.52m) extending to 8'11" (2.72m). Window to front. Housing Worcester boiler and heating system. Butler sink with taps. Wood store. Landing    Split level. Study area. Window to side. Second window to side. Carpet. Radiator. Plain coved ceiling. Large airing cupboard. Principal Bedroom 16'6" x 13'4" (5.03m x 4.06m). Window to rear. Plain coved ceiling. Carpet. Radiator. Fitted wardrobes. En-Suite Bathroom 11'10" (3.6m) x 6'11" (2.1m) narrowing to 3'9" (1.14m). Window to rear. Plain ceiling with downlights. Tiled flooring. Fully tiled with feature wall. Low level w.c. Sink with taps. Panelled bath with mixer taps and handheld shower. Heated towel rail with radiator. Bedroom Two 16'6" x 10'10" (5.03m x 3.3m). Window to front. Plain ceiling with downlights. Radiator. Carpet. Fitted display cabinet. Bedroom Three 16'6" x 10'11" (5.03m x 3.33m). Bay window to front and side. Plain ceiling with downlights. Carpet. Radiator. Family Bathroom 10'1" (3.07m) narrowing to 5'1" (1.55m) x 8'7" (2.62m). Window to rear. Carpet. Plain ceiling with downlights. Heated towel rail. Local tiling. Low level w.c. Sink with taps. Panelled bath with shower screen, mixer taps and handheld shower. Grounds Overall Plot 1.26 Acres. Courtyard Garden    To front with water feature. Indian sandstone patio with brick wraparound seating areas. Main Garden    Lawn area. Flower beds. Two ponds. Established planting including Rhododendrons, laurels, wildflowers and fruit trees. Potting shed. Chicken pen. Compost heap. Greenhouse. Wood store. Oil tank. Woods    Daffodils, bluebells & orchids, trees and established shrubs. Hazel hedging. Double Garage 20'4" x 18'1" (6.2m x 5.5m). En Bloc. Two up and over doors. Parking    To front of the property. Transport Information    Train Stations: Otford 0.9 miles Shoreham 1.1 miles Bat & Ball 2.4 miles Kemsing 2.4 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: Russell House School 0.4 miles St Michael's Prep School 0.5 miles Otford Primary School 0.7 miles Shoreham Village School 1.4 miles Kemsing Primary School 1.4 miles Secondary Schools: Trinity School 2.2 miles Knole Academy 2.3 miles Walthamstow Hall 2.9 miles Sevenoaks School 3.7 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 Sevenoaks Fine & Country for verification. Tenure/Service Charges/Ground Rent    The vendor confirms to us that this property is Leasehold for a term of years from 21/12/71. We are advised by the vendor that the service charge for the previous year was nil and ground rent for the previous year was £3,600. 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 Sevenoaks 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 Sevenoaks & Country Otford office. Ref    SVFC/CB/DH/250520 - OTF250030/D1 Garages 20'4" x 18'1" (6.2m x 5.5m). Two en-bloc garages with power, light. Up and over doors.