Crockenhill Road, Kevington, Kent, BR5

Location

The Hamlet of Kevington is thought to refer to a 'place on a hillock', land owned by the Dutch financial merchant Herman Behrens who commissioned the building of Kevington Manor in 1769. Kevington is a semi-rural hamlet located east of the village of Crockenhill and just a short drive to Orpington's shopping and leisure amenities and mainline station. There is a bus service to St Mary Cray station, with trains to various London stations as well as Medway and Ashford International. Other facilities locally include Nugent shopping park (M & S, Next, Boots etc); in the nearby town of Swanley, facilities at the White Oak Leisure Centre include a gym, swimming, and soft play area. Kevington and the surrounding areas have an abundance of open green spaces for outdoor leisure pursuits as well as easy access to Junctions 3 and 4 of the M25 and M2 and M20. Bluewater Shopping complex and Ebbsfleet International station are all accessible via A2.

Directions

From our office, proceed to the roundabout and take the first exit onto Station Road/A225. Continue to follow A225 into Shoreham Road leading to Eynsford Village. Continue from Shoreham Road into Station Road, Eynsford. Turn left into Riverside and then take the first right into Sparepenny Lane. Almost immediately take the left turning into Crockenhill Lane. Follow the road for approximately 1.3 miles, turning left onto Eynsford Road, leading into Main Road and Crockenhill Road (B258). Once you reach Sheepcote Lane on your right the property can be found on your left-hand side, on the corner of Crockenhill Road and Waldens Road.

Seller Insight

This picturesque cottage is set on a large parcel of land and is surrounded by its magnificent garden within the small, rural, hamlet of Kevington which has glorious panoramic outlooks into its adjoining meadows and woodland. Alongside other properties in the hamlet, it had once been a worker’s cottage on the Kevington Estate. Built around 1837 it has increased in size and been meticulously maintained throughout its history and has been the much loved home for the current owners for the past twenty-two years.

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“It was the garden and this fabulous location which first attracted us to view this property. Being garden lovers, we recognised the potential of both house and garden to become a magnificent home. Over the years, we have enhanced the cottage by adding many extra comforts and luxuries to provide a well-proportioned house with a highly practical, flexible, layout, offering many options for the configuration of living space. The year round conservatory, surrounded by the wonderful garden, is a much-loved room. We added a self-contained annexe which enables independent living, but has obvious potential for many uses.”

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Our stunning garden cleverly reflects its Victorian past with its wide lawns, fringed with colour, giving the garden a sense of space. Throughout the years, we have poured so much variety, imagination and ingenuity into our garden ensuring that it is a very popular venue for a multitude of events. We have also opened our garden on several occasions to raise funds for various charities. On a personal level, our beautiful home and garden is a very special venue to share with friends and family and we have held so many joyous occasion.”

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“Beautifully tucked away in this rural haven, yet everything required is just a short drive away including quality supermarkets and individual shops in both nearby Orpington and Bromley. Sport and leisure opportunities are plentiful, together with ease of access to the M25 and railway stations for stress free journeys into the capital.” “After enjoying every single day of our life here, it is time for our next adventure and time for others to experience the enchantment of this beautiful house and magical garden, and we wish them much happiness.”

Cottage

Entrance Porch

Double glazed door to front. Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling. Radiator. Open plan to sitting room.

Sitting Room

22' 3" x 12' 0" (6.78m x 3.66m)

Double glazed window to front. Ceiling with original beams and downlights. Wood flooring. Two radiators. Feature fireplace with wood burning stove. Built-in base dresser and bookshelves above. Stairs leading to landing. Glazed double doors to dining room.

Dining Room

12' 0" x 10' 8" (3.66m x 3.25m)

(Currently used as an additional bedroom). Double glazed window to front. Two double glazed windows to side. Wood flooring. Plain ceiling with downlights. Built-in base cupboard. Open fireplace with brick and timber surround.

Shower Room

8' 3" x 6' 4" (2.51m x 1.93m)

Skylight windows. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating. Plain ceiling, downlights, and extractor fan. Walk-in shower. Wash hand basin with cupboards under. Low level Roca W.C. Local tiling. Heated towel rail. Fitted mirror with light over. Shaver point.

Conservatory

18' 3" x 12' 3" (5.56m x 3.73m)

Double glazed windows to rear and side. Double glazed French door to side. Tiled floor. Airconditioning unit and radiator. Built in storage unit and cupboard

Study

10' 8" x 9' 8" (3.25m x 2.95m)

Skylight window. Wood flooring. Plain ceiling with downlights. Radiator. Built-in cupboard. Built-in desk with office cupboards, filing drawers and shelving.

Entrance Lobby

Wooden stable door. Double glazed window to side. Tiled flooring. Part glazed wooden door to Utility Room. Radiator. Open plan to Kitchen/Breakfast Room

Kitchen/Breakfast Room

15' 0" x 8' 5" (4.57m x 2.57m)

Double glazed stable door to front. Two double glazed windows to front & double glazed window to side. Laminate flooring. Plain ceiling with downlights. Base drawer units with worktop over. Sink and drainer with mixer tap. Gas LPG hob. Electric oven. Cupboard housing LPG combi boiler. Space for fridge freezer. Carpet area. Radiator.

Utility Room

7' 5" x 6' 5" (2.26m x 1.96m)

Double glazed window to side. Tiled flooring. Plain ceiling with downlights. Plumbing for washing machine. Ducting for tumble drier. Space for fridge freezer. Floor to ceiling storage cupboards. Access to loft space, housing Worcester Bosch combi boiler.

Landing

Carpet. Plain ceiling.

Main Bedroom

13' 1" x 11' 9" (4m x 3.58m)

Double glazed windows to front and rear. Carpet. Plain ceiling. Radiator. Air conditioning unit. Built-in unit. Access to eaves storage.

Walk-in Wardrobe

8' 11" x 6' 9" (2.72m x 2.06m)

Double glazed window to side. Carpet. Plain ceiling. Downlights. Built-in shelving and hanging rails.

En-Suite Bathroom

8' 1" x 5' 4" (2.46m x 1.63m)

Double glazed window to rear. Carpet. Plain ceiling. Downlights. Heated towel rail. Panelled bath with mixer taps and shower attachment. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Low level W.C. Local tiling to walls. Shaver point. Fitted mirror with light over.

Bedroom Two

11' 10" x 8' 7" (3.6m x 2.62m)

Double glazed windows to front and rear. Carpet. Plain ceiling. Radiator. Eaves storage.

Ensuite W.C.

5' 2" x 2' 1" (1.57m x 0.64m)

Wood effect flooring. Plain ceiling. Wash hand basin. Low level W.C.

Annexe

Kitchen/Lounge/Diner

19' 0" x 11' 7" (5.8m x 3.53m)

Double glazed stable door to front. Two double glazed windows to front & double glazed window to side. Laminate flooring. Plain ceiling with downlights. Base drawer units with worktop over. Sink and drainer with mixer tap. Gas LPG hob. Electric oven. Cupboard housing LPG combi boiler. Space for fridge freezer. Carpet area. Radiator.

Bedroom

13' 1" x 9' 5" (4m x 2.87m)

Double glazed window to side. Carpet. Plain ceiling. Downlights. Fitted wardrobes. Radiator.

Shower Room

7' 5" x 5' 4" (2.26m x 1.63m)

Skylight windows. Tiled flooring with underfloor heating. Plain ceiling, downlights, and extractor fan. Walk-in shower. Wash hand basin with cupboards under. Low level Roca W.C. Local tiling. Heated towel rail. Fitted mirror with light over. Shaver point.

Grounds

Wrap Around Garden

Established grounds extending to one third of an acre with laid lawns, extensive flower beds, mature trees, fruit trees with pathways, patios and seating areas, soft fruit and vegetable gardens, tree seat, greenhouse, garden shed with fitted shelves, chicken shed, log store, composting area, potting benches, fish pond and gravel drive with and parking for several cars, accessed via electric gate with entry phone. (The Cesspit for both house and annexe is also located in the garden.)

Garage One

16' 9" x 16' 0" (5.1m x 4.88m)

Electric up and over door. Lighting and electric sockets.

Garage Two

17' 2" x 9' 4" (5.23m x 2.84m)

One electric up and over door. One static door. Door to side. Window to side. Lighting and electric sockets.

External Cupboard Adjacent to Annexe

Cupboard with plumbing for washing machine

Chicken Shed

16' 2" x 10' 0" (4.93m x 3.05m)

Store

14' 0" x 8' 2" (4.27m x 2.5m)

Transport Information

Train Stations: St Mary Cray 1.3 miles Swanley 1.7 miles Orpington 2 miles Petts Wood 2.3 miles The distances calculated are as the crow flies. Bus Service: 477 bus stops outside the property and runs from Dartford to Orpington, return, via Wilmington, Hextable, Swanley, Kevington & St Mary Cray.

Local Schools

Primary Schools: Manor Oak Primary School 0.7 miles St Philomena's Primary School 0.9 miles St Paul's Cray Church of England Primary School 1.2 miles St. Mary Cray Primary Academy 0.9 miles Blenheim Primary School 1 mile Harris Primary Academy Orpington 1 mile Secondary Schools: Harris Academy Orpington 1 mile Bromley Beacon Academy 1.2 miles St Olave's and St Saviour's Grammar School 1.7 miles Browns School 1.7 miles Riverside School 1.7 miles Orchards Academy 1.7 miles Newstead Wood Grammar School 2.7 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 is 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 E. For confirmation, please contact London Borough of Bromley.

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 – 5:30 pm Viewing via Fine & Country.

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