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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · BR6 7SW
Listing removedReduced £50k (−7.1%) on 30 JulListed 454 days
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About
Attractive two/three bedroom semi detached cottage situated on the cusp of Chelsfield Park opposite the Chelsfield Equestrian Centre, set back from the road in a third of an acre plot backing onto Chelsfield Lakes Golf Course and close to Chelsfield station and amenities.
Julian Brimstone Cottage was built circa 1800, is individual in style and has an abundance of charm and character.
The property offers versatile accommodation and the ground floor comprises, fitted kitchen with soft closing wall and base units, built-in oven with gas hob and Smeg extractor, slimline dishwasher, under counter fridge, utilities cupboard housing washing machine and tumble dryer and under canopy lighting.
The sitting room is cosy with an open fire with slate hearth and has fitted cupboards, and the conservatory is a good addition with wood effect flooring, inset bespoke blinds and french doors to the garden.
The dining room also has sash windows and the brick stairs lead to the mini cellar for further storage, the family bathroom has a panel bath, shower enclosure, heated towel rail and vanity storage.
To the first floor there are two double bedrooms with a range of fitted cupboards and a further loft room with exposed brickwork and ensuite shower room.
Outside the cottage is surrounded by open green spaces and greenbelt, has a large paved patio for all day sun, hard standing with timber shed and gated gravel driveway for numerous cars.
The property also benefits from a further lawned area to the rear that is bordered by mature trees and shrubs, rail fencing, and can be used for recreational leisure.
Church Road is situated in a semi-rural location yet within easy reach of Chelsfield Station offering services into London Bridge and Charing Cross.
Local shops and amenities are located on nearby Windsor Drive, where you will find a choice of restaurants, The Chelsfield Public House, convenience stores and coffee shops.
More comprehensive shopping facilities are located in nearby Orpington Town Centre and Sevenoaks Town Centre with additional shops and Waitrose Supermarket located on Green Street Green High Street.
Chelsfield is well served by both state and private schools, while in nearby Orpington you will find St Olaves and Newstead Woods Grammar Schools.
Junction 4 of the M25 can be joined for major road networks, Gatwick and Heathrow airports.
EPC Rating: D Garden Outside the cottage is surrounded by open green spaces and greenbelt, has a large paved patio for all day sun, hard standing with timber shed and gated gravel driveway for numerous cars.
The property also benefits from a further lawned area to the rear that is bordered by mature trees and shrubs, rail fencing, and can be used for recreational leisure.
Value & comps
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