For sale by Modern Method of Auction; Starting Bid Price £300,000 plus Reservation Fee.
• For Sale by Auction – T & C’s apply
• Subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price
• Reservation Fee applicable
• The Modern Method of Auction
Set within a quiet cul-de-sac in the sought-after village of West Kingsdown, is this three bedroom 1960's semi-detached house offering an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking a renovation project. With generous proportions and plenty of scope to modernise, this property provides a blank canvas to create a stylish family home in a well-connected village setting.
The accommodation currently comprises an entrance hall, two reception rooms and a kitchen on the ground floor, with three bedrooms and a family bathroom to the first floor. Outside, the property benefits from off-road parking, an integral garage, and a private rear garden that, once landscaped, could be transformed into an inviting outdoor retreat.
West Kingsdown is a popular village known for its strong sense of community and excellent local amenities, including a primary school within walking distance, convenience shops, village pubs and nearby recreational facilities. For secondary schooling, the area is well placed for the highly regarded grammar and comprehensive schools in Dartford, Sevenoaks and Gravesend, many of which are accessible by bus routes that serve the village.
For commuters, the location is particularly convenient with easy access to the A20, M20 and M25 motorway networks, while nearby stations at Eynsford, Swanley and Longfield offer rail services to London. Ebbsfleet International is also within reach, providing a high-speed connection to St Pancras in under 20 minutes.
Offered with no forward chain, this is a rare chance to reimagine a property to your own specification in a village that combines countryside living with excellent links to London and beyond.
Whether you’re a family ready to create your forever home or an investor seeking a rewarding project, opportunities like this are few and far between.
Location West Kingsdown is a Kentish village close to Sevenoaks and in easy reach of Brands Hatch motor racing circuit. Lullingstone Castle is within easy visiting distance, being only three miles away. The area offers everyday local facilities including doctors surgery, public house, local church, primary school and Birtley House Specialist School. With M20/M25 motorways within easy access providing links to both Gatwick and Heathrow airports, London, Bluewater and Channel ports. Main line stations can be found in the adjoining villages of Farningham Road and Eynsford.
Auctioneer's Comments This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid on the property, your information will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold. This method of auction requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days of the draft contract for sale being received by the buyers solicitor. This additional time allows buyers to proceed with mortgage finance (subject to lending criteria, affordability and survey). The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee. This being 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,000.00 including VAT. The Reservation Fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability.
Further Auctioneer's Comments Buyers will be required to go through an identification verification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded. This property has a Buyer Information Pack which is a collection of documents in relation to the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know about the property, so you are required to complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample copy of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are also contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of £300.00 including VAT towards the preparation cost of the pack, where it has been provided by iamsold. The property is subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price with both the Reserve Price and Starting Bid being subject to change.
Referral Arrangements The Partner Agent and Auctioneer may recommend the services of third parties to you. Whilst these services are recommended as it is believed they will be of benefit; you are under no obligation to use any of these services and you should always consider your options before services are accepted. Where services are accepted the Auctioneer or Partner Agent may receive payment for the recommendation and you will be informed of any referral arrangement and payment prior to any services being taken by you.
Entrance Hall Double glazed door to side. Laminate flooring. Plain coved ceiling. Radiator. Stairs leading to landing with understairs cupboard.
Kitchen 11'5" x 9' (3.48m x 2.74m). Double glazed window to front. Double glazed door to side. Tiled flooring. Textured and coved ceiling. Fitted wall and base units with work tops over. One and a half bowl sink and drainer unit with mixer taps. Spaces for freezer, washing machine, fridge and freezer. Worcester central heating boiler.
Sitting Room 12'4" x 12' (3.76m x 3.66m). Double glazed window to rear. Door to rear. Laminate flooring. Textured ceiling. Radiator. Tiled fireplace.
Dining Room 11'3" x 8' (3.43m x 2.44m). Double glazed patio doors to rear. Laminate flooring. Textured ceiling. Radiator.
Cloakroom Double glazed window to side. Low level WC,
Landing Carpet. Plain ceiling. Access to loft.
Main Bedroom 12'4" x 11'5" (3.76m x 3.48m). Double glazed window to rear. Carpet. Plain coved ceiling. Radiator.
Bedroom Two 11'5" x 9'1" (3.48m x 2.77m). Double glazed window to front. Carpet. Textured ceiling. Radiator.
Bedroom Three 11'5" x 8' (3.48m x 2.44m). Double glazed window to rear. Carpet. Textured ceiling. Radiator.
Bathroom 11'3" x 8'5" (3.43m x 2.57m). Window to front. Vinyl flooring. Plain ceiling. Radiator. Panelled bath. Wash hand basin. Low level W.C. Local tiling to walls.
Integral Garage 16'5" x 8'1" (5m x 2.46m). Up and over door. Fuse board. Electric meter.
Parking Drive to front.
Rear Garden Overgrown. Path. Fenced surround. Side access. Outside tap. Greenhouse. Shed.
Transport Information Train Stations:
Eynsford 3 miles
Kemsing 3.2 miles
Shoreham 3.4 miles
The property is also within easy reach of Ebbsfleet Eurostar International Station.
The distances calculated are as the crow flies.
Local Schools Primary Schools:
St. Edmund's Church of England Primary School 0.2 miles
Birtley House Independent School 0.9 miles
Fawkham Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School 2.3 miles
New Ash Green Primary School 2.5 miles
Leigh Academy Milestone 2.7 miles
Secondary Schools:
Leigh Academy Milestone 2.7 miles
Grange Park School 3.5 miles
Wrotham School 3.6 miles
Longfield Academy 4.1 miles
Rowhill School 4.2 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 are taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making then please contact Clifton & Co 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 D. For confirmation please contact Sevenoaks Borough Council.
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 – 6.00 pm
Viewing via Clifton & Co Hartley office.
Ref HA/CB/DH/250805 - OTF250049/D1
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