- Existing detached 5 bedroom home in need of refurbishment +
- Planning permission in place to build replacement dwelling if desired (REF: 22/02875/FL) +
- Superbly located approx. 1.6 miles from Hildenborough station (London Bridge from 31 minutes) +
- Former tennis court & swimming pool +
- Excellent gardens & paddocks of about 4.64 acres +
- EPC Rating = E +
Excellent opportunity to build a home in superb spot (REF: 22/02875/FL), set within 4.64 acres, approximately 1.6 miles from Hildenborough station.
Description
The Meadows is a detached home in need of modernisation, with planning permission to create a replacement dwelling. The property occupies a tranquil spot at the end of a tree lined drive with paddocks to either side.
The existing accommodation comprises a sitting room, dining room, study, kitchen, utility room and cloakroom to the ground floor and four bedrooms, a shower room and a bathroom to the first floor, with an adjoining self-contained annexe comprising a reception room, kitchen and shower room to the ground floor and bedroom with bathroom to the first floor. There is a detached garage and derelict swimming pool and tennis court within the grounds.
Planning permission has been granted (REF: 22/02875/FL) 'Demolition of existing dwellinghouse and garage. Erection of one five bed dwellinghouse, tennis court and pool.'
The Meadows is approached at the end of a tree lined driveway which provides parking and leads to the garage.
There are two paddocks to either side of the drive and the gardens are principally laid to lawn interspersed with a variety of trees and shrubs. The plot amounts to about 4.64 acres in total.
Location
Comprehensive Shopping: Tonbridge (2.5 miles), Sevenoaks (5.6 miles), Tunbridge Wells (7.5 miles) and Bluewater (21.5 miles).
Mainline Rail Services: Hildenborough (1.6 miles) to Charing Cross/Cannon Street/London Bridge (from 31 minutes).
Primary Schools: Hildenborough C of E, Stocks Green, St Margaret Clitherow Catholic, Weald, Long Mead and Leigh.
Secondary Schools: Judd Boys Grammar in Tonbridge, Tonbridge Girls Grammar and Weald of Kent Girls Grammar. Hillview School for Girls, Bennet Memorial Diocesan School, St. Gregorys RC School, Hugh Christie Technology College and Hayesbrook School for Boys. Boys and Girls Grammar Schools in Tunbridge Wells.
Private Schools: Sackville School in Hildenborough. The Preparatory Schools at Somerhill. Hilden Oaks and Hilden Grange in Tonbridge. Tonbridge School and Sevenoaks Schools.
Leisure Facilities: The Nizels Golf and Health Club (2.8 miles) and other golf clubs including Knole, Sevenoaks, Wildernesse, Hilden Park Golf and Leisure Club and Sevenoaks Sports and Leisure Centre. Cricket, Hockey, Football and Rugby in the Sevenoaks Vine area. Horse riding and bridle paths in the local vicinity.
Please note that all distances, timings and measurements are approximate.
Square Footage: 3,689 sq ft
Acreage: 4.64 Acres
Directions
From the A21 take the Weald/Sevenoaks/Hildenborough roundabout onto the B245, proceed toward Hildenborough and turn right opposite the Flying Dutchman public house. The Meadows will be found approx. 0.5 miles on the right.
Additional Info
Local Authority: Tonbridge & Malling Council
The Meadows Council Tax Band = H
The Annexe Council Tax Band = B
Services: Mains electricity, gas & water. Private drainage.
Agent Note: Some external photographs date from 2021.