For sale by Modern Method of Auction; Starting Bid Price £650,000 plus Reservation Fee.
• For Sale by Auction – T & C’s apply
• Subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price
• Reservation Fee applicable
• The Modern Method of Auction

Following a burst pipe which is now repaired, the property has suffered water damage and is now in need of refurbishment. Available to the market for the first time since 1982 this substantial five bedroom detached house is set in this favoured location backing on to fields. Built by R J Billings in the late 1970’s this extremely popular quiet cul-de-sac, is within walking distance of the bustling village of Longfield and mainline station. Comprising of entrance hall, cloakroom wc, sitting room, dining room, kitchen breakfast room, which leads to practical utility boot room.

The first floor provides principal bedroom with ensuite bathroom, four further large bedrooms with the smallest making an ideal study, a shower room completes the first floor accommodation. To the rear is a West facing garden backing on to farmland and to the front is driveway for several cars and provides access to a double garage.

Location    Hartley lies in the northern side of the North Downs between Sevenoaks and Dartford/Gravesend. The thriving village offers local shops including a co-op, post office and two outstanding primary schools. Hartley Country Club is set in 10 acres of glorious Kent countryside and offers a unique combination of sporting and social attractions. The village of Longfield offers comprehensive shopping facilities, including Waitrose, doctors surgery, a local bakery and butchers to name a few and a mainline railway station with services to London Victoria. Ebbsfleet international provides fast services to St Pancras and is within 5.5 miles. The Bluewater shopping centre with its varied range of shops and recreational facilities is approximately 5 miles from Hartley village.

Directions    From our Clifton & Co Hartley office proceed down Ash Road and turn left into Parkfield. Banckside is the first turning on the right hand side.

Auctioneer's Comments    This property is for sale by the Modern Method of Auction. Should you view, offer or bid on the property, your information will be shared with the Auctioneer, iamsold. This method of auction requires both parties to complete the transaction within 56 days of the draft contract for sale being received by the buyers solicitor. This additional time allows buyers to proceed with mortgage finance (subject to lending criteria, affordability and survey). The buyer is required to sign a reservation agreement and make payment of a non-refundable Reservation Fee. This being 4.5% of the purchase price including VAT, subject to a minimum of £6,600.00 including VAT. The Reservation Fee is paid in addition to purchase price and will be considered as part of the chargeable consideration for the property in the calculation for stamp duty liability.

Further Auctioneer's Comments    Buyers will be required to go through an identification verification process with iamsold and provide proof of how the purchase would be funded. This property has a Buyer Information Pack which is a collection of documents in relation to the property. The documents may not tell you everything you need to know about the property, so you are required to complete your own due diligence before bidding. A sample copy of the Reservation Agreement and terms and conditions are also contained within this pack. The buyer will also make payment of £300.00 including VAT towards the preparation cost of the pack, where it has been provided by iamsold. The property is subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price with both the Reserve Price and Starting Bid being subject to change.

Referral Arrangements    The Partner Agent and Auctioneer may recommend the services of third parties to you. Whilst these services are recommended as it is believed they will be of benefit; you are under no obligation to use any of these services and you should always consider your options before services are accepted. Where services are accepted the Auctioneer or Partner Agent may receive payment for the recommendation and you will be informed of any referral arrangement and payment prior to any services being taken by you.

Entrance Hall    Double glazed Georgian style door to front. Frosted double glazed window to side. Understairs cupboard.

Cloakroom 8'10" x 4'9" (2.7m x 1.45m). Round window to front. Parquet flooring. Textured and coved ceiling. Heated towel rail. Low level W.C. Wash hand basin in vanity unit.

Sitting Room 22' x 11'11" (6.7m x 3.63m). Two double glazed sash windows to front. Double glazed Georgian style window to side. Double glazed French doors to rear. Two radiators.

Dining Room 12'7" x 11'10" (3.84m x 3.6m). Double glazed Georgian style window to rear. Double glazed French doors to side. Radiator. Serving hatch to kitchen.

Kitchen/Breakfast Room 15'10" x 8'4" (4.83m x 2.54m). Double glazed Georgian style windows to rear and side. Vinyl flooring. Radiator. Baxi central heating boiler. Fitted wall and base units with work tops over. One and a half bowl stainless steel sink and drainer unit. Spaces for dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Zanussi oven and grill. Zanussi gas hob. Serving hatch to dining room.

Utility Room 11'9" x 5'11" (3.58m x 1.8m). Double glazed Georgian door to side. Double glazed Georgian style window to side. Vinyl flooring. Textured and coved ceiling. Radiator. Stainless steel sink and drainer unit. Spaced for washing machine and tumble dryer. Local tiling to walls. Larder.

Landing    Access to loft. Radiator.

Main Bedroom 15'3" x 11'9" (4.65m x 3.58m). Two double glazed Georgian style sash windows to front. Textured ceiling. Radiator. Double built-in wardrobe.

En-Suite Bathroom 8'5" x 6'4" (2.57m x 1.93m). Double glazed Georgian style frosted window to side. Vinyl flooring. Textured and coved ceiling. Heated towel rail. Tiled walls. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Corner bath. Low level W.C. Bidet.

Bedroom Two 12'8" x 11'10" (3.86m x 3.6m). Two double glazed Georgian style sash windows to front. Radiator. Built-in wardrobe.

Bedroom Three 11'10"' x 9' (3.6m' x 2.74m). Double glazed Georgian style window to rear. Radiator.

Bedroom Four 9'10" x 9'2" (3m x 2.8m). Double glazed Georgian style window to rear. Part textured and coved ceiling remaining. Radiator. Built-in wardrobe. Airing cupboard.

Bedroom Five 9'2" x 8'5" (2.8m x 2.57m). Double glazed Georgian style window to rear. Ceiling. Radiator.

Shower Room 7'9" x 7'1" (2.36m x 2.16m). Double glazed Georgian style frosted sash window to front. Vinyl flooring. Textured and coved ceiling. Heated towel rail. Shower cubicle. Low level W.C. Wash hand basin in vanity unit. Tiled walls.

Rear Garden    Paved patio area. Laid to lawn. Flower beds. Fenced surround. Path. Side access.

Double Garage 17'4" (5.28m) x 8'6" (2.6m) and 17'4" (5.28m) x 8'7" (2.62m). Two up and over doors. Georgian style window to side. Door to rear leading to garden. Water softener.

Parking    Drive to front leading to garage.

Please Note    The EPC calculation was done prior to the water damage.

Transport Information    Train Stations:
Longfield 0.4 miles
Meopham 2.3 miles
Farningham 3 miles
The property is also within easy reach of Ebbsfleet Eurostar International Station.

The distances calculated are as the crow flies.

Local Schools    Primary Schools:
Steephill School 0.3 miles
Our Lady of Hartley Catholic Primary School 0.4 miles
Hartley Primary Academy 0.5 miles
Rowhill School 0.6 miles
Langafel Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School 0.7 miles

Secondary Schools:
Longfield Academy 0.5 miles
Rowhill School 0.6 miles
Milestone Academy 1.2 miles
Northfleet School for Girls 3.2 miles
Northfleet Technology College 3.5 miles

Information sourced from Rightmove (findaschool). Please check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria.

Useful Information    We recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority websites for more helpful information about the property and local area before proceeding.

Some information in these details are taken from third party sources. Should any of the information be critical in your decision making then please contact Clifton & Co for verification.

Tenure    The vendor confirms to us that the property is freehold. Should you proceed with the purchase of the property your solicitor must verify these details.

Council Tax    We are informed this property is in band G. For confirmation please contact Sevenoaks Borough Council.

Appliances/Services    Please note, due to the water damage the mention of any appliances and/or services within these particulars does not imply that they are in full efficient working order.

Measurements    All measurements are approximate and therefore may be subject to a small margin of error.

Opening Hours    Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 6.30 pm
Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Viewing via Clifton & Co Hartley office.

Ref    HA/CB/DH/250303 - HAR250039/D1



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