Listed for £1,150,000
February 7, 2024
Sold for £775,000
2013
Sold for £295,000
2000
Sold for £148,750
1996
A handsome semi-detached family home of 1700 sq ft, occupying a prime location in a highly desirable road, offering convenience for commuting, local amenities and schools
DESCRIPTION
This early 20th-century family house, with approximately 1700 sq ft of living space, is well-proportioned and retains classic features such as high ceilings, picture rails, and exposed floorboards. The property combines classic charm with modern amenities, offering a comfortable and adaptable family home.
There is off-street parking for three vehicles and is in close proximity of the town, main line station and local schools.
FEATURES
- Upon entering through the porch with its beautiful original stained glass front door, you are welcomed into a spacious entrance hallway.
- There are two reception rooms to the ground floor. The sitting room/study overlooks the front garden, with a working fireplace and built-in bookshelves. The drawing room features a large square bay window, another working fireplace with attractive tile surround and additional built-in bookshelves.
- Open-plan kitchen/dining/family room, a versatile space filled with natural light flooding in through the patio doors and a skylight. The kitchen area has underfloor heating and integrated appliances, including a 4-ring induction hob, 2-ring gas hob, single oven, and combi microwave/grill. The room offers ample space for a dining table and features a large family area. Doors open onto the terrace from the breakfast area.
- A cloakroom completes the ground floor.
- To the first floor are three double bedrooms, two of which feature venetian style shutters and fitted cupboards/wardrobes.
- A laundry cupboard provides convenient space for a freestanding washing machine and tumble dryer, along with ample storage.
- Well-appointed shower room with a walk-in shower cubicle and a separate family bathroom.
- There is a fully boarded attic, running the length of the house, which not only serves as a spacious storage area but also presents potential for conversion subject to obtaining the necessary planning consents.
- The large terrace is a perfect extension of the living space, offering an ideal entertaining area. The garden features rose beds and a beautiful Magnolia tree.
- To the side is a secluded garden bordered by mature hedging, shed and log store.
SITUATION
The Drive is a sought-after residential road, conveniently located just 0.3 miles from both Sevenoaks railway station and the town centre, making it ideal for commuting to London whilst being within easy reach of several well-regarded schools and only 3/4 of a mile from Knole Park.
Sevenoaks offers a wide variety of shops, cafes and restaurants, including The Stag cinema/theatre, library and Leisure centre.
Sevenoaks mainline railway station has fast and frequent direct services to London Charing Cross and Cannon Street (London Bridge from 22 mins).
The M25 (junction 5) can be accessed via the A21 (2 miles) providing access to The Channel Tunnel, London, Bluewater shopping centre, Gatwick & Heathrow Airports and the national motorway network beyond.
Sevenoaks and the surrounding villages offer an excellent selection of primary and secondary schools in the private and state sector. Secondary schools include the grammar annexes and the highly regarded Sevenoaks School. Further grammar schools are situated in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells which can easily be reached by bus or train.
There are numerous sports facilities including Sevenoaks Leisure Centre with its indoor pool. Cricket, tennis and rugby clubs can be found a short distance away at The Vine and Hollybush area. There are golf clubs in Knole Park and Wildernesse as well as Nizels Health and golf club in Hildenborough.
Knole Park with its 1000-acre Deer Park offers wonderful walking opportunities and access to countryside beyond.
DIRECTIONS
From Sevenoaks station head towards the town centre on the London Road (A224), passing St Botolphs Road on your left. The Drive is the next turning on the left and the property is the first house on the right hand side.
PROPERTY INFORMATION
- Services: Gas fired central heating. Mains electrics, water and drainage.
- Local Authority: Sevenoaks District Council
- Council Tax band: F (£3,236.25 for 2023/24)
- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.
The Drive is a sought after residential road, ideally located just 0.3 miles from both Sevenoaks railway station and town centre, making it ideal for commuting to London whilst being within easy reach of several well regarded schools and only 3/4 of a mile from Knole Park.
Sevenoaks offers a wide variety of shops, cafes, restaurants, banks, Waitrose and M&S supermarkets. Other facilities include The Stag cinema/theatre, library and sports centre.
Sevenoaks mainline railway station has direct services to London Charing Cross (London Bridge from 22 mins) and Cannon Street.
Sevenoaks and the surrounding villages offer an excellent selection of schools in the private and state sector. In particular, Lady Boswell's and St Thomas's primary schools, Walthamstow Hall, The Granville School and The New Beacon are all within close reach of the property. Trinity School, the grammar annexes as well as the well regarded Sevenoaks School. Further grammar schools are situated in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells which can easily be reached by bus or train.
There are numerous sports facilities including Sevenoaks Leisure Centre with indoor pool. Cricket, tennis and rugby clubs can be found a short distance away at The Vine. There are golf clubs in Knole and Wildernesse as well as Nizels golf club and fitness centre is in Hildenborough.
The M25 (junction 5) can be accessed via the A21 (2 miles) providing access to The Channel Tunnel, London, Bluewater shopping centre, Gatwick & Heathrow Airports and the national motorway network beyond.
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