Description
A GRADE II LISTED COTTAGE (circa 1740) SITTING IN THE VERY HEART OF THE VILLAGE OVERLOOKING THE RIVER DARENTNO ONWARD CHAIN - £520,000

DESCRIPTION
It is always a pleasure to be able to present a property such as Bridge Cottage dating back to 17th century and retaining so much history over the years. The cottage sits in the very heart of the village overlooking the Darent River and War Memorial., such a beautiful location. The cottage has been sympathetically updated by the present owners with much thought and attention to detail. The accommodation is arranged over two floors with an open plan Dining Room/Kitchen on the ground floor over looking the pretty courtyard garden. A Sitting Room and Cloakroom. Both Bedrooms and Family Bathroom are on the first floor. Off road parking is available with a parking permit from the council.
If you wish to view this property please call Ibbett Mosely on 01959 522164 to book a slot at the OPEN HOUSE on Saturday 6th April

LOCATION
The village of Shoreham sits in the Darenth Valley between Eynsford and Otford in the North Downs, an area of outstanding natural beauty. It is very popular with walkers who enjoy the many footpaths and designated walks through the surrounding countryside. The village has a railway station with services to London on the Blackfriars/Victoria line and on to St Pancras. There is a school, post office/general store and several public houses. Once the home of artist Samual Palmer, Shoreham is a vibrant village with many societies and activities for all ages including the aircraft museum. Each year there are several summer events including the duck race and village fete. There are a number of highly regarded schools in the area both state and independent. Otford is just under 2 miles away with a wider range of shopping facilities, library doctors surgery and dentist. There are a number of boutique shops in the High Street with tea rooms and antique shops. The Parade has a range of useful shops including the Post Office, One Stop Shop and Lodge Cafe. The M25 motorway can be joined just to the west of Sevenoaks at Chevening.

ENTRANCE
Through solid front door into:

SITTING ROOM (6.10m x 3.35m (20' x 11'))
Two multi paned sash windows to front overlooking the River Darenth and War Memorial. Exposed brick wall with corner period fireplace, open fire and raised hearth, bressumer beam Stripped timber floor. Two thermostatically controlled radiators. Latch door leading to:

OPEN PLAN DINING ROOM/KITCHEN (5.64m x 4.57m (18'6 x 15'))
DINING AREA:
Window to rear. Original latched timber door leading out to courtyard garden. Terracotta tiled floor. Under stairs storage cupboard. Built in larder cupboard

KITCHEN:
White fretwork fronted dresser style floor standing base units with matching wall mounted dresser unit with centre display shelves and glass fronted cupboards. Solid wood Butchers Block work surface. Corner storage unit. Deep Butler sink with matching cupboard under and mixer tap. Beamed sloping ceiling with velux window. Tiled surround. Five ring Range Master cooker with double oven and extractor over. Marble work surface. Terracota tiled floor.

UTILITY AREA (3.05m x 2.13m (10' x 7'))
Window overlooking courtyard garden. Tiled floor. Space and plumbing for washing machine. Space for American style fridge freezer. Latch door to:

CLOAKROOM
Wash hand basin and WC. Tiled floor.

FIRST FLOOR
Painted exposed brick walls to stair well. Airing/Storage cupboard.

BEDROOM (3.35m x 3.05m (11' x 10'))
Through latch door. Multi paned window to front with timber shutters overlooking the Darenth River and bridge. Double built in wardrobe. Radiator.

BEDROOM (3.35m x 2.44m (11' x 8'))
Through latch door. Multi paned window with uninterrupted views across to the Darenth River and bridge. Built in storage cupboard. Radiator.

BATHROOM/WET ROOM SUITE
Large velux window. Sloping ceiling. Suite comprising: slipper bath with shower attachment, shower cubicle, wc. Amtico flooring. Underfloor heating. Heated chrome towel rail.

OUTSIDE

COURTYARD GARDEN
Paved patio providing a perfect secluded location for outdoor entertaining. At the rear of the property is a timber gate with right of way through the neighbouring property to Church Street.

ROUTE TO VIEW
From the Otford office proceed in a northerly direction passing the station on the right hand side. Proceed along the Shoreham Road taking the left hand turning to Shoreham. Continue along passing the Samuel Palmer Public House and Church where Bridge Cottage will be found after a short distance on the right.

Viewing
Please contact us on 01959 522164 if you wish to arrange a viewing appointment for this property, or require further information.

Disclaimer
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