For Sale5 Bedroom Detached House in Darenth Mill Lane, Darenth, Kent, DA2£1,250,000

GUIDE PRICE £1,250,000 - £1,350,000 Watermill House is an exceptional riverside home, set on its own private island along the River Darent, approached by a gated drive and footbridge that immediately signals its unique setting. Designed to echo the character of a traditional mill while offering refined contemporary living, the property combines impressive architecture with generous light-filled interiors and ever-changing views of the surrounding water and landscape. Many window frames offer a different aspect of the river or gardens, creating a home that feels connected to nature at every turn. The entrance hall sets the tone, opening into a beautifully appointed interior where considered design and quality finishes run throughout. To the front of the house the study provides an ideal workspace, while the sitting room enjoys a triple aspect with doors that open directly to the riverside terrace. It is a wonderfully calm space in winter and a bright, open extension of the outdoors in the warmer months. The heart of the home is the substantial kitchen, dining and living space stretching 48’ in length, arranged to make the most of the natural light. Finished with quartz surfaces and extensive cabinetry, it is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, with bi-fold doors leading out to the patio for effortless inside-outside flow. A snug sits within this space, offering a cosy retreat at the end of the day where the evening light plays across the water. A well-equipped utility room and separate boot room complete the ground-floor accommodation. The first floor mirrors the purposeful layout of the ground floor, beginning with a spacious landing. The main bedroom is a serene retreat with front- and rear-facing windows, French doors to a Juliet balcony overlooking the river and an adjoining walk-in wardrobe, along with a beautifully appointed en suite shower room. Four further double bedrooms ensure excellent family accommodation, two with their own en suite shower rooms, all complemented by a stylish family bathroom. The second floor reveals a vast games room with a study area, ideal as a leisure room, cinema space, or a substantial home office, with elevated views across the river and treetops adding to the tranquillity. Outside, the plot approaching half an acre has wraparound gardens with bridge to a larger space and has a blend formal planting around the house with the natural charm of the island beyond. Lawns, mature trees and winding riverside paths provide peaceful places to wander and enjoy the wildlife, while the outdoor private kitchen and terrace offer superb scope for entertaining. The property benefits from a garage, double carport, and extensive private parking on the approach to the house. Although tucked away in a wonderfully private development setting, Watermill House remains well connected. Local village amenities are just a short stroll away, while Dartford and Bluewater are easily reached for a wider selection of shopping, dining and leisure. Families will appreciate the broad choice of schooling in the area, with a range of well-regarded primary schools nearby and access to several respected academies and sought-after grammar schools at secondary level, covering all age groups from early years to sixth form. Transport links are similarly convenient, with Farningham Road and Dartford stations, the A2, M25 and Ebbsfleet International all within comfortable reach. Loved by its current owners for its privacy, exceptional natural light and magical riverside position, Watermill House has been a place of memorable gatherings and peaceful daily living. It now awaits its next custodians to enjoy its unique character and remarkable surroundings. Location    Darenth village is located to the south-east of Dartford town; the village is approximately three miles from Dartford and offers many facilities including Prospect Place Retail Park, the Orchard theatre, library, museum, central park, weekly markets and an array of local shops and public houses. There is also the Fairfield Leisure Centre offering facilities such as gym, swimming and soft play area. Dartford has many schools catering from reception to year 13 which includes four grammar schools at secondary level. Dartford also has a mainline railway station with regular services to London and road links from the area giving access to A2/M2, A20/M20, M25 and Dartford Tunnel as well as the Bluewater Shopping Complex and Ebbsfleet International station. Directions    From our Fine & Country North West Kent office, turn right onto Ash Road. Continue onto Hartley Road. At the roundabout, take the first exit onto Main Road, (B260). Continue to the next roundabout and take the second exit onto Green Street Green Road (B260). At the following roundabout, take the first exit onto Darenth Hill. Turn right onto Darenth Road South and then turn left onto Darenth Mill Lane and the property is located via the gates at the bridge. Seller Insight    Watermill House nestles on its own island along the River Darent, and for the present owners it has been a much loved home for the past ten years. They explained that the house is a mix of outer architectural charm, built in the style of an old mill, combined with a modern and sophisticated interior. The house was under construction when they found it and so they were able to have a great deal of input into its design. They ensured that it was a light flooded home where every window had a different view and the generous kitchen with its bifold doors onto the patio is a perfect example. The family can gather round the table for chatty informal meals or enjoy al fresco dining outside, on the patio where the river views create a relaxed holiday vibe. A snug off the kitchen is where the owners like to settle in the evening to savour the golden glow of the setting sun illuminating the water. It is an idyllic and magical way to end the day. .    The living room has a triple aspect. It is a cosy winter room, and the perfect place to curl up with a book, but with the doors flung open you invite the outside in and can spend many happy hours watching the changing light rippling across the water and spotting the kingfishers, ducks and herons, all busy on the river. The house is the perfect entertaining venue and up to ten cars can drive across the bridge and park at the property. The owners recall family gatherings of twenty for Christmas lunch whilst a marquee was erected in the garden for a larger celebration. Guests who stay over are delighted by the fact that they can lie in bed listening to the soothing sounds of the river. .    The garden is reached by a pedestrian bridge and when the owners bought the house, the garden was full of builder’s rubble but is now a mix of formal garden around the house and the more natural feel of the grass and trees of the island where again you can sit and be enchanted by the beauty that surrounds you on all sides. The house offers the perfect balance between seclusion and accessibility. Bluewater Shopping Centre and Dartford are only ten minutes away, a two minute walk brings you to the local pub and it is only a five minute stroll to the local shops. There are endless country and riverside walks, whist the A2 and M25 are a five minute drive, and the nearest station is just over a mile away at Farningham Road. You have the best of town and country living. The owners are sad to leave but say they are now rattling around in the house and it is time to downsize. They will miss the house and the ability to entertain large numbers where everyone enjoyed the unique and captivating character of Watermill House. They take away very many happy memories. Ground Floor Entrance Hall    Double glazed door to front with matching frosted side windows. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Wood effect flooring with underfloor heating. Panelling to walls. Stairs leading to landing with understairs storage cupboard. Cloakroom 6'7" x 6'2" (2m x 1.88m). Georgian style double glazed frosted window to side. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Low level WC. Extractor fan. Study 12'9" x 10'6" (3.89m x 3.2m). Double glazed Georgian style sash windows to front. Double glazed Georgian style windows to side. Window seat. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Wood effect flooring. Underfloor heating. Built-in storage. Comms cupboard housing underfloor heating manifold. Sitting Room 19'2" x 14'2" (5.84m x 4.32m). Double glazed Georgian style sash windows to front and rear. Bi-fold doors to side. Wood effect flooring. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Kitchen/Dining/Family Room 48'7" x 19'7" (14.8m x 5.97m). Double glazed Georgian style sash windows to sides. Double glazed Georgian style sash window to rear. Double glazed bi-fold doors to side. Stable style door to side. Double glazed door to rear. Double glazed door to side. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Wood effect flooring with underfloor heating. Fitted tall, wall and base units with breakfast bar, upstands and Quartz surfaces over. Wine rack. Inset sink and drainer unit with mixer taps and hot tap. Lamona induction hob with CDA downdraft extractor. Two Lamona electric ovens. Two Lamona electric grills. Lamona integrated fridge and Lamona integrated freezer. Lamona integrated dishwasher. Traditional style electric log burner stove. Utility Room 9' x 7'6" (2.74m x 2.29m). Double glazed Georgian style sash window to side. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Extractor fan. Fitted tall, wall and base units with Quartz surfaces over and sink and drainer unit with mixer taps. Local tiling to walls. Integrated Miele washing machine and integrated Miele tumble dryer. Viessmann central heating boiler. Boot Room 7'6" x 5'4" (2.29m x 1.63m). Stable style door to rear. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Base and wall units. Fuse board. First Floor Landing    Double glazed Georgian style windows to side. Double glazed Georgian style sash window to side. Carpet. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Access to loft. Radiator with cover. Linen mounted cupboard. Airing cupboard. Storage cupboard. Main Bedroom 19'2" x 11'10" (5.84m x 3.6m). Double glazed Georgian style windows to front and rear. French doors to balcony. Wood effect flooring. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Two radiators with covers. Walk-in Wardrobe 10'6" x 6'4" (3.2m x 1.93m). En-Suite Shower Room 8'3" x 7'3" (2.51m x 2.2m). Double glazed Georgian style frosted sash window to side. Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling with downlights. Heated towel rail. Two wash hand basins in vanity units. Low level WC. Shower cubicle with overhead & handheld shower. Tiled walls. Extractor fan. Two mirrors. One cabinet. Bedroom Two 13'1" (4m) extending to 18'7" (5.66m) x 13' (3.96m). Double glazed Georgian style sash windows to side and rear. Carpet. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Radiator. En-Suite Shower Room 6'3" x 6'2" (1.9m x 1.88m). Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling with downlights. Heated towel rail. Low level WC. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Shower cubicle with overhead & handheld shower. Tiled walls. Extractor fan. Bedroom Three 12'6" x 10'6" (3.8m x 3.2m). Double glazed Georgian style sash window to front. Two double glazed Georgian style windows to side. Carpet. Plain coved ceiling. Radiator. Understairs storage cupboard. En-Suite Shower Room 9'10" x 3'9" (3m x 1.14m). Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling with downlights. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Low level WC. Shower cubicle with overhead & handheld shower. Tiled walls. Heated towel rail. Extractor fan. Shaving socket. Bedroom Four 13' x 10'10" (3.96m x 3.3m). Double glazed Georgian style sash window to side. Carpet. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Radiator. Built-in mirrored wardrobe. Bedroom Five 13'1" x 10'8" (4m x 3.25m). Double glazed Georgian style sash window to side. Carpet. Plain coved ceiling with downlights. Radiator. Family Bathroom 8'6" x 7'9" (2.6m x 2.36m). Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling with downlights. Heated towel rail. Panelled bath with shower attachment. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Tiled walls. Extractor fan. Second Floor Games Room & Study Area 35'8" x 19' (10.87m x 5.8m). Double glazed Georgian style windows to front & sides. Carpet. Plain apex ceiling with downlights. Two radiators. Eaves storage cupboards. Study area. Plot and Gardens 0.48 Acres Wrap Around Garden    Private rear patio and paths with stainless steel garden kitchen. Outside tap. Outside sockets. Laid to lawn, shrubs, flower beds and mature trees, with an additional lawned island garden accessed via a bridge. Surrounded by the River Darent. Parking    Gated, gravel drive accessed via a private road. Garage 19' x 8'6" (5.8m x 2.6m). Double Carport 19' x 17'11" (5.8m x 5.46m). Transport Information    Train Stations: Farningham 1.3 miles Dartford 2.1 miles Stone Crossing 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: Sutton-At-Hone Church of England Primary School 0.7 miles Fleetdown Primary Academy 1 mile Greenlands Primary School 1.1 miles Leigh Academy Dartford 1.5 miles Oakfield Primary Academy 1.5 miles Secondary Schools: Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy 1.1 miles Stone Lodge School 1.8 miles Dartford Science & Technology College 1.9 miles Wilmington Grammar School for Boys 2 miles Wilmington Grammar School for Girls 2.1 miles Wilmington Academy 2.2 miles Dartford Grammar School for Girls 2.2 miles Dartford Grammar School 2.3 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 Fine & Country 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 G. 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 Fine & Country North Kent office. Ref    FCNK/CB/DH/031125 - HAR250236/D1