About this property

Spacious 2 bedroom ground floor apartment in an exclusive development with secure parking.

An exceptionally appointed 2 double bedroom apartment in a small exclusive development of 9 properties with allocated parking. This apartment would make a perfect downsize or lock up and leave. The stylish Arts and Craft building is very attractive - the development built on the site of a former school. The apartment has a charming private south facing terrace overlooking the communal gardens.

The apartment extends to about 1379 sq ft with oak flooring and is accessed via a spacious entrance hall leading to a light double aspect sitting room with French doors onto the wrap around terrace, and kitchen. The kitchen is by Italian brand Veneta Cucina comprising a range of wall and base units with granite worktops complemented by a large rectangle island with ample drawers and cupboards on both sides. The kitchen benefits from integrated Miele appliances as well as a free standing large American fridge freezer. Both double bedrooms are beautifully appointed with fitted storage and neutral decor. The principle bedroom has a large ensuite shower room and store room that has access to the underground car park. There is a main bathroom with jacuzzi bath – both bathrooms are luxuriously finished with Italian marble flooring, white sanitaryware, chrome fittings and an heated towel rail. The main bathroom has the option of mounting a wall television.

Outside
The apartment is part of an exclusive development of nine, at the end of a driveway in a tranquil elevated position. It is one of three on the ground floor with direct access from the underground parking, with two allocated spaces and a storeroom. The entrance to the building is elegant, with a secure entry system, lift and communal CCTV. Elegant stairs beside a large window lead down to the ground floor. The apartment’s private south facing terrace leads to the communal gardens, mostly lawn offering access to the North Downs, perfect for country walks.

Situation
The house is situated close to the heart of the popular village of Westerham, famous for its’ connection to Winston Churchill, where there is a charming mix of restaurants, cafés, banks, local shops and boutiques. There are many nearby attractions including historic houses to visit such as Churchill’s home Chartwell, Hever Castle, Penshurst Place and Squerryes Court. The immediate countryside is lovely, providing for marvellous walks, cycling and riding. The nearby towns of Oxted (4 miles) and Sevenoaks (7 miles) are very popular due to the fast train services to London Victoria (31 minutes) and London Bridge (from 28 minutes). The national motorway network and Gatwick Airport are easily accessed via the M25 at Godstone (Junction 6) or Sevenoaks (Junction 5). There is an excellent selection of schooling in the area which includes the state grammar schools in Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.

Additional Information
Mains electricity and water, including a communal soft water machine.
Shared private drainage – Klargester treatment plant
Oil fired hot water/ heating (underfloor wet system)
Integrated HDMI media system
Communal CCTV
Lift
Sevenoaks Council – Tax Band G
Leasehold 125 years from January 2005
Ground rent £250
Service charge annually £4489.36

Additional information

• CHAIN FREE
• Exclusive development
• High specification
• Lift
• Secure underground parking for 2 vehicles
• 2 Double bedrooms
• 2 Bath/ Shower rooms
• Private south facing terrace
• Communal gardens
• CCTV and entry phone

Key information

Council Tax Band: G

Tenure: Leasehold

Leasehold Information:

• Number of years left on lease: 105 years
• Annual service charge: £4,489
• Annual ground rent: £250
• Annual ground rent review period: Contact branch
• Ground rent increase: Contact branch

Energy Performance Certificate