Sundridge, Kent

A 4 bedroom stable conversion enjoying a fine rural aspect. Lawned garden with westerly aspect, terrace and decking. Ample parking.

SITUATION
Sundridge, which lies within the Kent Downs National Landscape, has a village shop, Post Office and public house. Westerham (approx 3 miles distant) offers a range of local shops and restaurants and Sevenoaks (approx 4 miles) boasts a wider range of shopping and recreational amenities with a mainline rail service to London (London Bridge, Cannon Street and Charing Cross). The property is also well placed for good local primary, secondary and private schooling.

DESCRIPTION
Shootfield Stables is a converted 4 bedroom single storey dwelling and forming part of a small and attractive courtyard development of the former stable buildings to Shootfield House.

The property, which enjoys an open-plan layout, incorporates many retained character features including exposed timbers and vaulted ceilings . The kitchen/diner has a range of cream Shaker-style units with a built in electric oven, a ceramic hob and spaces for a fridge frezer and dishwasher. Beyond the kitchen/diner is the double aspect sitting room with French doors leading to the rear garden. There is a utility room with spaces for washing machine and tumble dryer.

The principal bedroom has a built in double wardrobe and an ensuite shower room. There are two further bedrooms, a family bathroom with separate WC. There is also a guest bedroom, which could also be used as a study, with an ensuite shower room.

OUTSIDE
Shootfield Stables is approached by a private, shared, treelined avenue from Pilgrims Way which leads to a parking and courtyard area to the front of the property. The rear garden is mainly laid to lawn with a terrace, decked area and timber stores. The garden enjoys a westerly aspect and views across adjoining fields.

TENANCY
The property is to be let unfurnished on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy for an initial period of 12 months, with a view to continuing monthly thereafter by mutual agreement.

TENANCY APPLICATIONS & HOLDING DEPOSIT
Prospective tenants will be required to complete a preliminary application form should they wish to be considered for a tenancy. If you are successful in your initial application, RH & RW Clutton will collect the Holding Deposit (equivalent to one weeks’ rent) and will issue third-party referencing forms for completion.

TENANCY DEPOSIT
A deposit the equivalent to 5 weeks’ rent will be payable prior to the commencement of the tenancy. This will be held by RH & RW Clutton as a stakeholder in a designated Client Monies Account and will be registered with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme. The deposit will be refunded at the end of the tenancy, subject to the property being given up in a satisfactory condition and with no rent arrears or outstanding charges for which the tenant is responsible. The deposit may not be used in lieu of rent by the tenant.

REFERENCING & RIGHT TO RENT CHECKS
Prospective tenants will need to be credit-checked and fully referenced to include a financial and personal references and references from a previous landlord, if applicable. Copies of identification documents will be required as proof of identity to satisfy the Right to Rent Legislation and a utility bill will be required as proof of registered address.

OUTGOINGS & OTHER CHARGES
For the duration of the tenancy, the tenant will be required to pay the Council Tax to Sevenoaks District Council (Band F), Utilities, Communication Services (telephone/internet etc), TV Licence and any Green Deal Finance charges directly to the suppliers. For a full scale of RH & RW Clutton’s Tenants Fees please visit

According to Ofcom’s Broadband Speed Checker, the property is able to access standard broadband. Prospective tenants should make their own investigations to ensure that the broadband available suits their requirements at

SERVICES
Mains electricity and water. Private drainage to a private shared system. Oil-fired central heating.

ENERGY PERFORMANCE CERTIFICATE (EPC)
The property has been given an EPC rating of D.

MAINTENANCE
The tenant will be responsible for maintaining the interior of the property. The landlord will be responsible for the exterior and structure.

PETS
Pets will only be allowed with the landlord’s specific written permission and, if permitted, an additional rent of £20pcm per pet shall be payable in addition to the monthly rent.