Bayham, Standings Place, Matfield
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Ref: 8622208
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Property Summary
NO CHAIN - A superb opportunity to purchase a characterful two bed duplex in the heart of Matfield, this beautiful property some of which is believed to date back to the 17th century, certainly offers charm and character. Accommodation comprising entrance porch, entrance lobby, sitting room with inglenook fireplace, spacious kitchen/dining and ground floor bathroom with a cupboard housing plumbing for a washing machine. To the first floor to large double bedrooms and a shower room. The property benefits from a small garden and two allocated parking spaces. Share of the freehold. Viewing essential.
Full Details
Description
A delightful two bed duplex property in the heart of Matfield, offering charm and character throughout, comprising a bright entrance hall, beautiful sitting room with large inglenook and wood burning stove, making this a real feature. The downstairs accommodation further benefits from a fitted kitchen/diner and large ground floor bathroom/utility area.
To the first floor, the property boasts two large double bedrooms, the master bedroom is of excellent size and full of character, both rooms offer bespoke fitted cupboards.
Lease details K824032 - Lease 15 March 2001 - 120 year lease - 94 years remaining.
Share of the Freehold for repairs, Annual Service Charge £350.00
£310.00 paid annually for insurance and company accounts supplied to Companies House., This is reviewed annually between the four properties.
Location
Matfield is a favoured Kentish village, with village butchers who have taken pride of place for many years; attracting customers far and wide. The picturesque village green and pond is a delightful place to sit and watch the world go by.
The local primary school is in the village of Brenchley approximately 1.5 miles distant. Mascalls Academy school offering an advanced learning stream is placed on the fringe of Paddock Wood approximately 2.0 miles distant.
The town of Paddock Wood offers Waitrose Supermarket, Barsleys department store, variety o shops, Putlands Sports Centre and mainline station to London Charing Cross, London Bridge/Cannon Street, Waterloo East. In the opposite direction, Ashford International and Dover Priory.
Entrance Lobby
The part glazed front door is reached via a private footpath from the road, with mature shrubbery to the front of the property.
Entrance hall
Doors to sitting room, kitchen/diner and stairs rise to first floor with carpet as fitted.
Sitting Room 11' 10'' x 11' 6'' (3.60m x 3.50m)
Beautiful sitting room with large inglenook and wood burning stove with Bressumer beam over and back lighting. Double glazed casement windows to the front of the property. Carpet as fitted. Wall mounted storage heater.
Kitchen/Diner 12' 10'' x 11' 6'' (3.91m x 3.50m)
Measurement to include a range of base and wall mounted cupboards with complementary work surface over, double oven, electric hob with extractor over. Stainless steel style sink with a double glazed window above and a view of the small garden. Integrated dishwasher, space for dining table and chairs. Laminate flooring.
Bathroom
Spacious bathroom comprising a white suite with paneled bath with telephone shower taps over, low level WC, pedestal hand basin, extractor. Laminate floor. Utility cupboard with plumbing for a washing machine.
First Floor Landing
Carpet as fitted. Doors leading to bedrooms and shower room. Double glazed casement windows to rear.
Bedroom 1 12' 6'' x 12' 2'' (3.81m x 3.71m)
Light and airy double bedroom with double glazed casement windows to the front, carpet as fitted, three single bespoke fitted cupboards. Wall mounted storage heater. Pretty Victorian fireplace and beam to the ceiling.
Bedroom 2 12' 10'' x 10' 6'' (3.91m x 3.20m)
Double glazed casement windows to rear, carpet as fitted, two double bespoke fitted cupboards. Wall mounted storage heater.
Shower Room
Comprising white suite of corner shower cubicle, suspended wash hand basin and low level WC.
Outside
Outside the property benefits from a small garden to the rear and allocated parking for two cars. There is a right of way access from the neighbouring property to use the footpath to the car park.
Specification
25% Share of the freehold. Communal insurance paid annually. Electric wall mounted heaters. Mains drainage.
Share of Freehold
Bayham has 25% of the Share of the Freehold. £310.00 annual charge for the property insurance and company accounts and filing to Companies House. As we are aware there is no ground rent but this is to be discussed with the agent.
Property Features
- Two Double Bedrooms
- Two Parking Spaces
- Village Location
- Garden
- Large Inglenook
- Wood Burning Stove
- Lease details 120 year lease as at 2001
- EPC: D, 903 Sq Ft
- Council tax 'D'
- 25% Share of the Freehold