House For Sale £875,000
A unique opportunity to acquire this charming detached cottage occupying a corner plot aspect within the semi rural hamlet of Kevington, north east of Orpington. A former gardeners' cottage, the property dates back to 1837 and features landscaped and secluded gardens to three elevations, a detached self-contained annex, detached triple garage outbuilding ahead of ample parking for several cars. The main accommodation briefly comprises three bedrooms (ground and first floors), a spacious through living area, separate dining room, a newly fitted contemporary kitchen, side porch area leading to utility room, ground floor shower room and en-suite bathroom. There is a large dining conservatory which is heated and provides additional living space overlooking one of many garden terraces. Features to note include bright double aspect rooms, gas central heating by combination boiler, double glazed windows, recently installed wood burning stove, exposed ceiling beams, electronic controlled vehicular entrance gate and well presented interior. The annex (371.5 sq.ft) offers a bedroom area with wardrobes, open plan living space, fitted kitchen and shower room. 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. Today, White Cottage stands on the corner of Crockenhill Road and Waldens Road, just a short drive to Orpington's vast shopping and leisure amenities, mainline station, Chelsfield village, transport links in Crockenhill Road serving St Mary Cray Station, Nugent Shopping Park for out of town stores (M&S, Boots and Next etc), easy access to M25 (J4), M20, plus an abundance of open green spaces for outdoor leisure pursuits. To fully appreciate the benefits on offer and the wnderful outside space, viewing comes highly recommended. EXCLUSIVE TO PROCTORS.
Ground Floor
Front Entrance
Double glazed entrance door to front aspect, quarry tiled flooring, radiator.
Through Living Room
6.78m x 3.65m (22' 3" x 12' 0") A delightful double aspect room with double glazed window to front, double glazed French doors to rear, open chimney breast with recently installed wood burner, alcove cabinet, two radiators, natural wood flooring, open aspect staircase, period ceiling beams, interior French doors to dining room.
Dining Room
3.67m x 3.25m (12' 0" x 10' 8") (Double aspect) Double glazed windows to front and side, open chimney breast, radiator, natural wood flooring, recessed ceiling lights.
Bedroom Three/ Home Office
2.98m x 2.95m (9' 9" x 9' 8") Double glazed Velux window to rear, fitted desk furniture and shelves, recessed ceiling lights, built-in cupboard, natural wood flooring.
Dining Conservatory
5.50m x 3.70m (18' 1" x 12' 2") Double glazed conservatory with French doors to patio, pitched roof with skylight window, radiator, ceramic tiled floor, air conditioning unit.
Breakfast Kitchen
4.58m x 2.58m (15' 0" x 8' 6") Excludes porch area. A double aspect room with double glazed windows to front and side, contemporary fitted wall and base units, built-in electric oven, integrated microwave oven, integrated dishwasher, double bowl Belfast sink, gas hob set in granite worktop, extractor hood, integrated fridge, recessed ceiling lights, ceramic tiled floor, radiator.
Kitchen Porch
Double glazed window to side, stable door, ceramic tiled floor, radiator, door to utility room.
Utility Room
Double glazed window to side, deep storage cabinets, plumbed for washing machine, space for fridge/freezer, recessed ceiling lights, ceramic tiled floor, access to loft via ladder which houses the combination boiler.
Shower Room
2.52m x 1.95m (8' 3" x 6' 5") Double glazed Velux window to rear, white suite comprising hand wash basin on vanity unit, back to wall W.C., open shower cubicle, extractor fan, ceramic tiled floor with under floor heating, recessed ceiling lights.
First Floor
Bedroom One
4.00m x 3.64m (13' 1" x 12' 0") (Excludes dormer window) A double aspect room with double glazed dormer window to front, double glazed dormer window to rear, built-in pine cabinet, radiator, eaves access, air conditioning unit.
Walk-In Wardrobe
Double glazed window to side, ample clothes storage area, recessed ceiling lights.
En-Suite Bathroom
Double glazed window to rear, bath, hand wash basin on vanity unit, W.C., heated towel rail.
Bedroom Two
3.62m x 3.35m (12' 0" x 11' 0") (Excludes Dormer) A double aspect room with double glazed dormer window to front, double glazed dormer window to rear, radiator, eaves access.
En-Suite Toilet
W.C., hand wash basin, wall light.
Self-Contained Annex
Double glazed stable door leading to open plan accommodation
Lounge Area
Double glazed window to front, double glazed window to side, radiator.
Kitchen Area
Range of wall and base cabinets, gas oven and gas hob, combination boiler, space for fridge, single sink unit, radiator.
Shower Room
Shower cubicle, hand wash basin, W.C., heated towel rail.
Bedroom Area
Double glazed window to rear, fitted wardrobes, radiator,
Enclosed Garden Area
There is an outside shed, plumbed for washing machine.
Outside
Substantial Plot Garden
A substantial corner plot garden which features a private parking area for several cars via an electric gate and gardens to three sides of the main building. A picturesque landscaped and secluded plot with an abundance of mature shrubs and trees, extensive lawn areas, several patio areas, ornamental fish pond, greenhouse with power, large shed with power and light, chicken house and run, with power and light, enclosed vegetable and soft fruit garden, winding pathways, feature brick archway, pedestrian side entrance, outside lighting and power points. A true gardener's delight.
Triple Garage
Remote control doors, power and light, ample parking and turning point.
Front and Side Entrance
Pedestrian entrance via Crockenhill Road and vehicular entrance via Waldens Road. Entryphone and electronic gate leading to the parking area.
Additional Information
The Cottage
Services: mains gas, water and electricity
Drainage : cesspit (holding tank emptied on a yearly basis).
The Annex
Services : LTB gas supply to combination boiler, electricity, mains water.
Drainage : Cesspit (holding tank emptied on a yearly basis).
Council Tax
Local Authority : Bromley
Council Tax Band : E
