This beautiful two bedroom grade II period cottage (circa 1740 and later rebuilt in the early 19th century) that sits beside the river Darent with uninterrupted views across the river and the historical medieval hump back bridge.

The accommodation is arranged over two floors. The double aspect beamed sitting room has views across to the river and there is an open fire inglenook style with a bressumer beam which is reputed to have originated from Hever Castle. The dining room which overlooks the garden to the rear is open plan to the kitchen and utility room. The utility room has access to the downstairs cloakroom. There are two bedrooms and a spacious bathroom on the first floor and access to the loft space. The walled courtyard garden to the rear is secluded with rear access.
PLEASE NOTE - To rent this property please note fixed fees will apply.


Grade II listed Two Bedroom Cottage
Beamed sitting room with river views
Open fire inglenook.
Downstairs cloakroom
Village Location
No onward chain
EPC exempt

The village of Shoreham sits beside the River Darent as it winds through the North Downs and is situated six miles north of Sevenoaks, in an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Reputed to be the most bombed village in Britain, the famous great white cross cut in the chalk hillside is a monument to commemorate the dead of the First World War. The fascinating Shoreham Aircraft Museum holds hundreds of aviation relics and has a charming tea room and tea garden. The village has a primary school, recreation ground, several pubs serving food, an excellent village store and post office. Shoreham Village hosts lots of events throughout the year, including the famed 'Duck' Race, Village Fete, Garden Safari, Midsummer Festival and the Heavy Horse Show. The Mount in Shoreham is a boutique Vineyard producing award winning still and sparkling wines and holds regular wine tasting events. Darenth Valley golf course is located on the edge of the village. Shoreham railway station has trains on the Victoria line, Blackfriars, St Pancras, the line also goes direct to Sevenoaks in just 9 minutes, where there are a variety of trains into central London, taking approximately 40 minutes. For more information on Shoreham visit www.shorehamvillage.co.uk

LOCATION

The village of Shoreham sits beside the River Darent as it winds through the North Downs and is situated six miles north of Sevenoaks, in an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Reputed to be the most bombed village in Britain, the famous great white cross cut in the chalk hillside is a monument to commemorate the dead of the First World War. The fascinating Shoreham Aircraft Museum holds hundreds of aviation relics and has a charming tea room and tea garden. The village has a primary school, recreation ground, several pubs serving food, an excellent village store and post office. Shoreham Village hosts lots of events throughout the year, including the famed 'Duck' Race, Village Fete, Garden Safari, Midsummer Festival and the Heavy Horse Show. The Mount in Shoreham is a boutique Vineyard producing award winning still and sparkling wines and holds regular wine tasting events. Darenth Valley golf course is located on the edge of the village. Shoreham railway station has trains on the Victoria line, Blackfriars, St Pancras, the line also goes direct to Sevenoaks in just 9 minutes, where there are a variety of trains into central London, taking approximately 40 minutes. For more information on Shoreham visit www.shorehamvillage.co.uk

DIRECTIONS

From our Clifton & Co office in Otford village, head east on the High Street, at the roundabout take the first exit onto Station Road continue to follow A225. Turn left onto Station road, becomes Church Street, turn right onto Darenth Way, slight right to stay on Darenth Way, the property is located on the right hand side.

FRONT

Cobbled frontage, chain link fencing wood supports. Colour wash render under a pitched slate roof. Wood seats.

SITTING ROOM

19'8 X 11'4 (6.00M X 3.46M)
Solid wood door to front. Double aspect multi-paned sash windows to front with view to the bridge and river. Radiators. Corner cupboard. Meter cupboard. Polished wood floor. Exposed beams. Open fireplace with supporting timber bressumer, exposed brick chimney breast. Raised hearth. Latched door to dining room.

DINING ROOM

14'9 X 10'10 (4.50M X 3.32M)
‘L’ shaped. Window to rear overlooking garden. Original latched wood door to rear. Terracotta tiled floor. Under stairs storage cupboard. Stairs to first floor. Radiators. Open plan to kitchen and utility area.

KITCHEN

8'10 X 6'11 (2.70mX 2.11m)
Beamed opening from dining area. Vaulted ceiling with skylight. White fretwork base and drawer units with wood work tops running above. Wall mounted dresser unit. Corner storage unit. Larder cupboard. Base unit with wood worktops and inset Butler sink with swan necked mixer taps. Tiled locally. Five ring Range Master cooker with double oven. Extractor and light in canopy above. Marble work surface. Terracotta tiled floor.

UTILITY AREA

9'9 x 5'11 (2.98 x 1.80m)
Window to side. Terracotta tiled floor. Latched door to cloakroom.

CLOAKROOM

Low level WC. Wash hand basin. Radiator. Tiled floor.

FIRST FLOOR

Colour washed exposed brick walls. Storage cupboard. Loft space (not inspected)

BEDROOM ONE

11'3 x 10'5 (3.43m x 3.19m)
Multi paned sash window to front overlooking the river bank and the bridge. Latched wood door to hall. Part panelled walls. Double wardrobe. Carpet as fitted. Radiator.

BEDROOM TWO

11'3 x 7'8 (3.43m x 2.34m)
Multi paned sash window to front with views to river and bridge. Radiators. Carpet as fitted. Latch wood door to hall.

BATHROOM

Skylight window. White suite comprising panelled bath, mixer taps. Wall mounted power shower. Low level WC. Wash hand basin. Part tiled walls, tiled floor. Door to eaves storage. Latched wood door to hall.

GARDEN

Part wall and part fenced. Paved with seating areas. Raised flower beds. Flowering wisteria. Brick log store.

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Shoreham Railway Station: 0.5 miles
Otford Railway Station: 1.9 miles
Eynsford Railway Station: 2.9 miles

All distances are approximate and calculated as the crow flies.
For information regarding travel please visit: http://www.kent.gov.uk/roads-and-travel

LOCAL SCHOOLS

Primary Schools:
Shoreham Primary School: 0.12 miles
Otford Primary School: 1.53 miles
Halstead Primary School: 1.99 miles
Dunton Green Primary School: 2.7 miles

Secondary Schools:
Knole Academy: 3.23 miles
Trinity: 3.37 miles
St Olave’s Grammar School: 4.03 miles
Darrick Wood School: 5.5 miles

SEN Schools:
Browns 2.51 miles
Parkwood hall: 4.31 miles
Knole Development Centre: 4.83 miles
West Heath School: 5.47 miles

Information sourced from www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk/school-search
Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria.

USEFUL INFORMATION

We recognise that renting a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority website www.sevenoaks.gov.uk and the following websites for more helpful information about the property and local area before proceeding.

Some information in these details is taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making, then please contact Clifton & Co Otford for verification.

USEFUL LINKS

www.mouseprice.com
www.tfl.gov.uk
www.environment-agency.gov.uk
www.landregistry.gov.uk
www.gov.uk/green-deal-energy-saving-measures
www.homeoffice.gov.uk
www.tkradon.org.uk
www.fensa.org.uk
http://list.english-heritage.org.uk

COUNCIL TAX

We are informed this property is in council tax band F you should verify this with Sevenoaks Borough Council on 01732 227000.

MEASUREMENTS

All measurements are approximate and therefore may be subject to a small margin of error.

RESERVATION FEE

To reserve a property a holding deposit must be paid. For any property where the rent is £999 pcm or less the deposit will be £200 and for any property over £1,000 pcm the deposit will be £500. This must be paid in cleared funds. The holding deposit paid is deductible from the first month’s rent but is non-refundable should the let not proceed through the fault of the tenant or the tenant pulls out. Terms and conditions of the holding deposit are available upon request.

PAYMENTS

Payments must be made by bank transfer. Please note card payments, cash or cheques will not be accepted in any circumstances.

REFERENCES

A charge of £180 inc VAT reference fee will apply for the first tenant and any subsequent references and/or guarantors will be charged at £120.00 inc VAT per person. References will be taken from employer or previous landlord and a credit search will be made. This payment is nonrefundable.

UTILITY BILLS

Tenants are responsible for all utility bills unless otherwise stated.

RENT AND SECURITY DEPOSIT

Tenants will be required to pay one month's rent in advance at the start of the tenancy and also a deposit equal to one and a half month's rent.

TENANCY AGREEMENT

A charge of £120 inc VAT will be made for the preparation of the tenancy agreement.

END OF TENANCY

The tenant will be liable for any check out costs if applicable.

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

Clifton & Co is a member of The Client Money Protection Scheme (CMP) and The Property Ombudsman.

OPENING HOURS

Monday to Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm

VIEWINGS

Via Clifton & Co Otford on 01959 588 999

REF;

REF; OT/MT/LG/190102-4713323-D1

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