- 5 bedrooms +
- 4 reception rooms +
- 3 bathrooms +
- Detached +
Stancote is a handsome Victorian family property located in a highly sought after private road within 1 mile of Sevenoaks station, town centre and Knole Park and close to many well-regarded schools. Dating from the 1860s with ragstone elevations the property has been extensively modernised by the present owners whilst retaining many features from the period.
Extending to almost 6,000 sq ft the property provides generously proportioned accommodation arranged over two floors and is beautifully presented throughout. Of particular note is the superb orangery which has been thoughtfully designed and finished to an extremely high specification aesthetically enhancing the original building and providing a wonderful space for modern family living. In addition the principal reception rooms are of elegant proportions and are ideal for more formal entertaining.
On the first floor the principal bedroom is of generous proportions and enjoys delightful views over the garden and beyond. There are fitted wardrobes along with a well-appointed en suite with twin basin vanity unit, fitted bath and separate shower cubicle. In addition there are a further four bedrooms served by a family bathroom along with a separate shower room.
Externally the property is accessed off Kippington Road and is approached along a drive providing an excellent sense of arrival. There is parking for several cars along with a detached triple garage with studio above.
A particular feature of the property is the glorious established garden which enjoys a private aspect with far reaching views. Principally laid to lawn the garden has been planted with an array of specimen trees with attractive, well-stocked borders. An attractive, low level stone capped wall with central steps descend to a further terraced area of lawn providing further interest. A stone paved terrace accessed via the orangery provides a delightful setting for al fresco entertaining.
Sevenoaks High Street 1 mile,
Sevenoaks station 1 mile,
M25 (J5) 3.4 miles,
Tonbridge 7 miles,
London 32.7 miles.
(All distances approximate)
The property is located on the highly sought-after and prestigious Kippington Estate 1 mile from Sevenoaks High Street with its excellent range of shops, restaurants and coffee shops.
Sevenoaks station with its mainline links to London Bridge, Waterloo East and Charing Cross is 1 mile.
There are numerous excellent schools in the local vicinity both in the private and state sectors. These include Granville, New Beacon, Sevenoaks Primary School, Walthamstow Hall and internationally renowned Sevenoaks School.
Local recreational facilities include golf at Wildernesse and Knole, cricket at The Vine and Sevenoaks leisure centre.
The property is also conveniently located for Junction 5 of the M25 being 3.4 miles away.