This spacious first floor two bedroom retirement apartment is located on the popular South Downs retirement village in the semi rural area of South Darenth. The accommodation comprises of: communal entrance porch and stairwell, entrance hall, living/dining room, fitted kitchen, two bedrooms, one with en-suite and a separate bathroom. Further benefits include double glazing, central heating and stunning views from the living room. South Downs is set in 17 acres of well kept grounds with residents car parking. For the over 55's it offers support and social activities of which Shaw Hall is the hub for this. Facilities include a launderette, social club, nurse on site, plua an office manned 24 hours and all properties have an emergency pull cord.
Location South Darenth is located on the right bank of the River Darent, south of Dartford and is a village in the civil parish of South Darenth and Horton Kirby in the Sevenoaks District of Kent. The village nestles in the Darenth Valley a few miles from Dartford. Its church is dedicated to St Mary and the nearest railway station is at Farningham Road. The A225 road between Dartford and Sevenoaks passes to the west of the village. There are road links from the area giving access to A2/M2, A20/M20, M25 and Dartford Tunnel as well as Ebbsfleet International station, airports, the coast and Channel Tunnel.
Directions From our Clifton & Co Dartford office proceed around the one way system into Lowfield Street. Go straight across the traffic lights at Princes Road junction and continue across next set of traffic lights into Hawley Road. Go straight across mini roundabout into Main Road and continue into Dartford Road. Turn left into Devon Road, follow road round and take third left into East Hill. Continue to the end where Gorringe Avenue can be found opposite. Charles Avenue is the first turning on the right hand side.
Communal Porch & Stairwell Entry phone. Letter boxes. Utility cupboard. Stairs leading to first floor flat.
Entrance Hall Door to front. Entry phone. Carpet. Plain coved ceiling. Loft access. Storage cupboard. Airing cupboard with Megaflow system.
Living/Dining Room 20'1" x 10'8" (6.12m x 3.25m). Double glazed window to front with views. Carpet. Two radiators.
Kitchen 10'8" x 7' (3.25m x 2.13m). Double glazed window to rear. Vinyl flooring. Plain ceiling. Radiator. Range of fitted wall and base units with work tops over. Fitted AEG oven and Electrolux hob with filter cooker hood over. One and a half bowl modern sink and drainer unit with mixer tap. Local tiling to walls. Plumbed for washing machine. Space for fridge/freezer. Cupboard housing Ideal Classic central heating boiler.
Master Bedroom 12'5" x 11'4" (3.78m x 3.45m). Double glazed window to front with views Carpet. Plain ceiling. Radiator Fitted wardrobes.
En-Suite Shower Room 6'4" x 3'4" (1.93m x 1.02m). Carpet. Plain ceiling. Extractor fan. Radiator. Shower cubicle with Richmond shower. Wash hand basin with splashback. Low level W.C. Wall light with shaving point.
Bedroom Two 10'8" x 8'11" (3.25m x 2.72m). Double glazed window to rear. Carpet. Plain ceiling. Radiator.
Bathroom 6'10" x 5'8" (2.08m x 1.73m). Carpet. Plain ceiling. Extractor fan. Radiator. Bath with antique style mixer tap and shower attachment. Wash hand basin. Low level W.C. Part tiled walls. Wall light with shaver point.
Communal Grounds Laid to lawn surrounding property.
Residents Car Park On site.
Garage For rent, subject to availability.
Allotments These are available to rent subject to availability.
Please Note All potential purchasers must be advised that you need to be 55 years or older to reside in this property and that there is a medical questionnaire that must be completed before purchasing the property.
Transport Information Train Stations:
Farningham 1.38 miles
Longfield 3.16 miles
Dartford 5.79 miles
The property is also within easy reach of Ebbsfleet Eurostar International Station.
The distances calculated are as the crow flies.
Useful Information We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority website and the following 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 you decision making then please contact Clifton & Co for verification.
Tenure The vendor confirms to us that this property is Leasehold for a term of 125 years from 2000, subject to ground rent and/or service charges. 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 C. 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.
Opening Hours Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 6.30 pm
Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Viewing via Clifton & Co Dartford office.
Ref DA/CB/DH/201008 - DAR200071/D2
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