Sundridge Nr Sevenoaks, Kent

An agricultural barn with planning permission for conversion to a 4,746 sq ft (441 sq m) family home set in approximately 1.47 acres. Situated in an elevated semi-rural location within easy reach of Sevenoaks.




SITUATION
The property lies in an elevated, semi rural location within a small residential community, a working farm and with fine rural views to the east. Sundridge village is approximately 1 mile in distance and has a village shop and two public houses. For a greater range of shopping facilities and recreational amenities, Sevenoaks lies within 4 miles to the east and Westerham 3 miles to the south west. Sevenoaks railway station offers a regular services to London (Charing Cross and Cannon Street) with a journey time of about 30/35 minutes.

The M25 orbital motorway can be accessed within about 2 miles, giving an easy link to Gatwick and Heathrow airports as well as the continental ferry ports and Channel Tunnel.

A range of schooling is available locally including a primary and secondary school with private schools, Radnor House School in Sundridge and Sevenoaks School in Sevenoaks, both within easy reach.
DESCRIPTION
At present comprising an agricultural barn with corrugated asbestos roofing, planning consent has been granted for the conversion to a stunning detached family home.

The current design shows a a porch opening into a large reception hall with a staircase at the end and a part galleried landing above. Doors would lead to a large open plan kitchen, breakfast and family room and through to a more formal dining room. There would also be a drawing room and a study and a useful utility space together with two cloakrooms.

On the first floor includes a principle bedroom with a dressing room and ensuite bathroom. There would also be three other ensuite bedrooms.

The proposed layout presents a blank canvas to buyers to further enhance or modify to create their ideal living space.

Outside
The consent provides for an integral double garage and a new hardstanding area. There is an extensive garden to be formed on the east side. A smaller detached barn with a concrete bay could be used as stabling with some improvement or as a home office/ancilliary accommodation (subject to all necessary consents).

The whole site extends to approximately 1.47 acres (0.59 ha).

PLAN
The various plans show the site and the proposed conversion and are for information purposes only. Prospective purchasers should satisfy themselves in respect of the boundaries and the planning consent.

TENURE & POSSESSION
The buildings are offered freehold with vacant possession on completion and will be taken as seen and inspected.
SERVICES
Mains water and electricity are available to be connected. Drainage will need to be to a new private system. There is no gas pipeline nearby.

RIGHTS OF WAY & WAYLEAVES
The property is sold subject to, and with the benefit of all existing rights of way whether public or private, including rights of way, drainage, water and electricity supplies, covenants, restrictions and obligations and all wayleaves whether referred to or not.

A management company takes responsibility for the maintenance of part of the access leading from Ovenden Road. The cost of the upkeep is shared between the residents, currently £20pcm per household. Buyers will be required to create a separate access from the northern entry point via Oveny Green Farm.

A public footpath runs through the plot. Further details are available from the Agents.

FIXTURES & FITTINGS
All fixtures, fittings and chattels whether referred to or not are specifically excluded from the sale.

TOWN & COUNTRY PLANNING
The property not withstanding any description contained in these particulars is sold subject to any existing Town & Country Planning legislation and to any development plan, resolution or notice which maybe in force and also subject to any statutory provisions or bye-laws without any obligation on the part of the Vendors Agents to specify them.

Planning consent ref: 23/01475/FUL
The current planning consent allows for the conversion of the barn to provide a substantial 4 bedroom family home. Copies of the relevant documents are available on Sevenoaks District Council’s portal online using the reference above.

Owner occupiers can apply for an exemption from paying the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) if the property is occupied by them for a minimum of 3 years. There is more information about CIL and available exemptions on Gov.uk.

HEALTH & SAFETY
The farm buildings do not present a particular hazard, however care must be taken when inspecting.

LOCAL AUTHORITIES
Kent County Council
Sevenoaks District Council

COUNCIL TAX & EPC (predictive)
The new house: C. The property will be rated for council tax.

DIRECTIONS (What3words///throw.magic.less)
From Sevenoaks take the A25 westbound towards Westerham and just before the junction with the A21 turn right signposted Chipstead. At the junction in the centre of the village turn left into Chevening Road signposted Chevening. Follow the road over the bridge across the M25 and turn left at Chevening Cross. After a short distance, turn right onto Ovenden Road and the entrance to Coombe Bank Farm will be found on the left shortly after the right hand bend. Continue up the drive, past the Oast House and Nebo House will be seen on the left hand side.

From Westerham take the A25 eastbound towards Sevenoaks. At the traffic lights at Sundridge turn left and follow the road. Cross the M25 and turn left onto Ovenden Road. The entrance to Coombe Bank Farm will be found on the left shortly after the right hand bend. Continue up the drive, past the Oast House and Nebo House will be seen on the left hand side.