House For Sale £1,650,000
In a wonderful location on the edge of a sought-after village and surrounded by charming Kent countryside, an unusual and highly prized contemporary home of quality, designed and constructed in 2017 to the exacting specification of the present owners. With energy efficiency in mind, as well as with a desire to create an architecturally designed house for the twenty-first century, the house combines the technologies expected of such a property with sophisticatedly stylish interiors. Constructed to code for sustainable housing, exteriors are of Weber render and green oak cladding with large, powder coated aluminium windows and bi-folding doors. There is an air source heat pump, backed up by solar panels, which provides under floor heating throughout the whole house. Other features include Cat wiring and Fibre Optic connected broadband. Taking full advantage of its southerly backing position, the house is suffused with an abundance of natural light and enjoys views over the adjoining, parish owned, fields and beyond. The accommodation is arranged over two floors and extends to just under 3,500 square feet. Styling is mid-century modern using a complimentary colour palette with some internal Crittal style, black framed glazed doors, light oak doors and staircase and oversized floor tiles. Arranged for sociable entertaining and family living space, there is a fabulous open plan living/dining/kitchen area, which features exposed brick and timber walls, contemporary style white cabinetry and integrated Smeg appliances, along with a walk-in pantry. The drawing room has a wood burning stove and there are two further reception rooms. The first floor is given over to four well-proportioned bedrooms, supported by a family bathroom and an en-suite shower room to the principal bedroom. In addition, this suite features a fitted dressing room and a freestanding bath positioned perfectly to appreciate the views.
Outside
With a carriage drive, Ocklynge is surrounded by landscaped gardens. There are colourfully stocked herbaceous borders, some raised kitchen garden beds, sweeping lawns, mature shrubs and trees, fruit trees and an ancient apple tree. An area of astro turf is ideal for a children’s’ play zone and there is terracing from which to enjoy the views and for outdoor dining. Covered parking is provided by detached garaging with workshop.
Situation
The property is situated at the edge of the picturesque village of Stansted, which has a vibrant and thriving community, the Black Horse public house, a highly regarded primary school, church and village hall. Access to the A20 and is within a mile and there are local amenities in Wrotham or Borough Green (3.8 miles). Schooling in the area is excellent at all levels, in the state and private sectors, including grammar schools in Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Maidstone and private schools such as St Michaels and Russell House in Otford as well as Sevenoaks and Tonbridge public schools. Commuting is convenient with Ebbsfleet International station (9.1 miles) having access to London St Pancras in approximately 20 minutes, whilst other services to London Victoria in approximately 47 minutes can be found at Borough Green & Wrotham station.
Additional Information
Tenure: Freehold
Services: All mains services.
Local Authority: Tonbridge and Malling District Council: Council Tax Band G
Outside
With a carriage drive, Ocklynge is surrounded by landscaped gardens. There are colourfully stocked herbaceous borders, some raised kitchen garden beds, sweeping lawns, mature shrubs and trees, fruit trees and an ancient apple tree. An area of astro turf is ideal for a children’s’ play zone and there is terracing from which to enjoy the views and for outdoor dining. Covered parking is provided by detached garaging with workshop.
Situation
The property is situated at the edge of the picturesque village of Stansted, which has a vibrant and thriving community, the Black Horse public house, a highly regarded primary school, church and village hall. Access to the A20 and is within a mile and there are local amenities in Wrotham or Borough Green (3.8 miles). Schooling in the area is excellent at all levels, in the state and private sectors, including grammar schools in Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, Maidstone and private schools such as St Michaels and Russell House in Otford as well as Sevenoaks and Tonbridge public schools. Commuting is convenient with Ebbsfleet International station (9.1 miles) having access to London St Pancras in approximately 20 minutes, whilst other services to London Victoria in approximately 47 minutes can be found at Borough Green & Wrotham station.
Additional Information
Tenure: Freehold
Services: All mains services.
Local Authority: Tonbridge and Malling District Council: Council Tax Band G
