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See how verdicts work4-bedroom semi-detached house · TN14 5QX
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About
Semi-detached family home occupying a plot of approximately 0.3 acres in the desirable village of Otford.
Ideally positioned for both the mainline station and well regarded schools, the property offers an excellent balance of village living and connectivity, with Sevenoaks approximately 3.5 miles distant.
The accommodation combines charming period features including attractive bay windows, feature fireplaces, wooden latch doors and exposed timbers.
The dual aspect sitting room is a particularly attractive space open to the stairs and with a feature fireplace and access to the adjoining garden room/study.
The dining room provides an excellent secondary reception room, also featuring a fireplace and enjoying views to the front from the bay window.
The spacious kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a range of wall and base units and a built-in dresser, while a useful porch/utility area provides access to the garden.
A cloakroom completes the ground floor. On the first floor, the principal bedroom benefits from an ensuite shower room, while three further bedrooms are served by a family bathroom.
Two of the bedrooms retain attractive fireplaces (not in use), further enhancing the character of the home.
Externally, the property is approached via a paved driveway providing ample off-road parking and an electric vehicle charging point.
A second driveway leads to a brick-built garage with double doors at either end providing access to the rear garden, together with an adjoining car port.
The generous rear garden is a particular feature of the property, being predominantly laid to lawn and complemented by mature hedges and trees.
A paved terrace provides an ideal setting for al fresco dining, with the gardens creating an attractive and private backdrop to the house.
Dormer Cottage is situated in the heart of Otford village, which lies within a Conservation Area and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
The village itself is charming with many picturesque period properties along its High Street and around the village pond.
Passing through Otford is the Pilgrims' Way providing wonderful walking opportunities.
Otford village has a thriving community and a number of local services, cafes and shops, village hall, tennis courts and a 12-acre recreation field used for football and cricket.
Sevenoaks is about 3.2 miles distant and offers a wider selection of shops and facilities. Golf is available at Shoreham, Wildernesse and Knole.
Otford station has services to London Victoria/London Charing Cross from about 40 mins and London Bridge from 30 mins.
Sevenoaks station (about 4 miles) offers alternative rail services to Cannon Street (London Bridge from 22 mins). The Sevenoaks area is renowned for its excellent schooling.
Otford has its own primary school, nursery and two preparatory schools - Russell House and St Michaels.
The Sevenoaks area has many well-regarded schools including the renowned Sevenoaks School, the grammar annexes and a wide choice of Preparatory schools.
Further well-regarded grammar schools are in nearby Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.
The M25 is accessible at junction 5 (about 5 miles), providing access to the motorway network, Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted Airports, Bluewater, Dover and the Channel Tunnel Terminus.
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About 47, Station Road, Sevenoaks
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