GUIDE PRICE £875,000 - £900,000
Scotia is a 1960’s style four bedroom detached family home, set on the fringes of this picturesque village with stunning surroundings. Nestled in a semi-rural location, the property's key feature is its breathtaking countryside and farmland views to both the front and rear, with a west facing garden that backs onto open fields.

This vacant possession home offers generously sized accommodation and is thoughtfully laid out over two levels. On the ground floor, the reception hall leads to a cloakroom, a well appointed kitchen/breakfast room and a dual aspect sitting room/dining room. This open plan space is a true highlight, featuring large windows, a fireplace, and wood floors. With stunning garden views and direct access to the outdoors, this area seamlessly blends indoor and outdoor living, perfect for entertaining or family gatherings. Upstairs, the first floor boasts four double bedrooms, each offering scenic countryside views. The main bedroom features built-in wardrobes and abundant natural light. The family bathroom completes the first floor accommodation.

The home benefits from a spacious driveway leading to the attached garage and carport. The rear garden offers a tranquil space for outdoor activities, while its position backing onto fields enhances the sense of privacy and connection with nature. This outside space benefits from stores to the rear of the garage and an additional brick built outbuilding.

This home represents an excellent opportunity within the local market with its spacious layout, stunning views, and potential for enhancement and extending (subject to planning permission). Whether you’re looking for a family home or a peaceful haven, this property delivers an exceptional blend of space, a sought-after location and community.

Farningham itself is a village rich in history, dating back to Neolithic times, and offers a peaceful, close knit community. Local amenities, including shops and schools, are within easy reach, and the nearby Farningham Woods provide scenic walking trails and opportunities to explore nature. The property’s location also benefits from excellent commuter links, with easy access to the M25, M20, and A2, making it an ideal retreat for those who work in London but seek the tranquillity of village life.

Location    Farningham Village is a conservation area. It has a mainline railway station (Farningham Road) with regular services to London. Road links from the area giving access to A2/M2, A20/M20, M25 and Dartford Tunnel as well as Ebbsfleet International Station, airports, the coast and Channel Tunnel. Farningham can trace its history back to Neolithic times – flint and other tools have been discovered and these can be found in the Dartford Museum. The Romans occupied the general area after their invasion in the 1st century and, along with evidence of habitation down the road in Lullingstone, there is also evidence of Roman habitation in Farningham. Three farmhouses and three villas have been unearthed. The River Darent provided excellent trout fishing and Charles Dickens was a regular visitor here. Farningham had a watermill, powered by the River Darent, the building of which survives.

Directions    From High Street Farningham, head southeast towards Eynsford Road (A225). At the T-junction turn right then immediately left onto Beesfield Lane. The property can be found down on the right-hand side, with fields opposite.

Entrance Hall 12'3" x 8'6" (3.73m x 2.6m). Double glazed door to front. Double glazed frosted window to front. Block window to front. Plain coved ceiling. Carpet. Radiator. Stairs leading to first floor.

Cloakroom 2'6" x 4'7" (0.76m x 1.4m). Double glazed frosted windows to front. Plain ceiling. Vinyl flooring. Low level WC. Wash hand basin with mixer taps.

Sitting Room/Dining Room 26'6" (8.08m) x 12'9" (3.89m) extending to 14'9" (4.5m). Double glazed window to front. Double glazed frosted window to side. Double glazed French doors with two windows to rear. Parquet flooring. Plain coved ceiling. Fireplace. Two radiators.

Kitchen 13'6" x 12'6" (4.11m x 3.8m). Window to rear. Glazed door to rear. Vinyl flooring. Plain ceiling. Wall and base units with work tops over. Ceramic sink with double drainer. Neff double oven. Neff induction hob. Spaces for washing machine and fridge. Pantry cupboard. Combination boiler. Local tiling to walls. Radiator.

Landing 12'9" (3.89m) narrowing to 5'8" (1.73m) x 7'3" (2.2m) extending to 15'5" (4.7m). Double glazed window to front. Plain coved ceiling. Carpet. Airing cupboard housing the emersion heater. Loft hatch.

Main Bedroom 14'4" x 12' (4.37m x 3.66m). Double glazed window to rear. Plain coved ceiling. Carpet. Radiator. Fitted wardrobes.

Bedroom Two 18'1" x 8'7" (5.5m x 2.62m). Double glazed windows to front and side. Papered and coved ceiling. Carpet. Radiator. Built-in wardrobes.

Bedroom Three 12'1" x 11'1" (3.68m x 3.38m). Double glazed window to side. Plain coved ceiling. Carpet. Radiator.

Bedroom Four 13'1" x 10'5" (4m x 3.18m). Double glazed window to rear. Plain coved ceiling. Carpet. Radiator. Storage cupboard.

Bathroom 7'6" x 6'4" (2.29m x 1.93m). Double glazed frosted window to front. Plain ceiling with downlights. Vinyl flooring. Tiled walls. Low level WC. Bath with hand held shower and screen. Extractor fan. Heated towel rail.

Rear Garden

Garage

Parking

Trains    Mainline trains to London from Eynsford (1.5 miles) and Farningham Road (2.2 miles). Fast trains (30 mins) to London Charing Cross, London Bridge, Cannon Street from Sevenoaks (12 miles) and Orpington (10 miles). London St. Pancras is 19 minutes by train from Ebbsfleet International (10 miles).

Schools    Nursery and Primary Schools: Farningham, Anthony Roper, Eynsford (walkable) 0.7 miles, Shoreham 4.3 miles, and Otford 5.6 miles.

Grammar Schools: Dartford, Maidstone, Tonbridge Girls and Judd Boys Grammar schools in Tonbridge.

Private Schools: Sevenoaks (co-ed), Tonbridge (boys) and Walthamstow Hall (girls). Cobham Hall (girls) in Cobham, Sackville School (co-ed) in Hildenborough and Radnor House (co-ed) in Sundridge.

Preparatory Schools: Sevenoaks (co-ed), Solefields (boys), New Beacon (boys), Walthamstow Hall (girls), The Granville (co-ed), Sevenoaks. St Michaels (co-ed), Russell House (co-ed) in Otford 5.5 miles; Radnor House (co-ed) in Sundridge; Steephill School (co-ed) in Hartley; Fawkham House School (co-ed) in West Kingsdown.

Air    Gatwick Airport (35 miles); Biggin Hill private airfield (12 miles).

Eating & Drinking    The house is within walking distance of 3 pubs (The Pied Bull, The Lion, The Chequers), and an Indian restaurant (Palace of India) in Farningham village. There are 4 more pubs and a tea room, also in walking distance, in the next door village of Eynsford. The Castle Hotel and Rafferty’s Village Shop are the nearest in Eynsford (15 min walk / 2 min drive). The Malt Shovel and Five Bells are further along the high street near to the church, plus The Plough, which is across the ford by the river. The Mount Vineyard, Shoreham (4 miles) has its own wine shop and pizza restaurant. The owners have recently acquired and completely and sympathetically renovated The Samuel Palmer, the 15th century pub across the road from the vineyard. The Woodlands Garden Centre in Ash also has a good café called the Twig & Spoon (4.6 miles).

Shopping    Eynsford has a well-stocked village shop, a butchers, newsagents, and Olivia’s Hair & Beauty. Bluewater main shopping centre (15 mins); John Lewis Food Hall in Bluewater. Waitrose in Longfield (8 mins), in Green Street Green (15 min) & Sevenoaks (22 mins). Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Lidl & Aldi in Sevenoaks; Co-op in West Kingsdown (5 mins); Asda in Swanley (8 mins); Lakeside Shopping Centre (12 miles).

Sport & Recreation    There are 5 golf courses nearby – London Club (Ash), Pedham Place inc. public driving range (Swanley), Lullingstone Park and Darenth Valley (Shoreham), Birchwood Park (Dartford). Plus Wildernesse and Knole in Sevenoaks, and Nizels in Hildenborough, which also offers private health/fitness facilities as does Sevenoaks Sports, Swimming and Leisure Centre. Brands Hatch motor racing circuit is walkable in good boots. Farningham Cricket Club was founded in 1857 and still going strong. Eynsford Castle (English Heritage); Lullingstone Park; Lullingstone Castle & World Garden; Lullingstone Roman Villa (English Heritage); Eagle Heights Wildlife Foundation, Eynsford; Knole Park, Sevenoaks (NT). Darent Valley Path: The Darent Valley is one of Kent’s greatest hidden treasures with fine walking opportunities for all the family. The way-marked path is 19 miles (30.4km) long, following the meandering river from the banks of the busy River Thames at Dartford through the Kent Downs Area (truncated)

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.

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

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

Appliances/Services    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.

Viewings    Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 6.00 pm
Saturday 9.00 am – 5.30 pm
Viewing via Clifton & Co Otford office.

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