Fairmans Lane, Brenchley

Auction Guide Price
£875,000

4 Bedroom House for sale in Tonbridge

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  • Being sold via ‘Secure Sale’
  • Immediate ‘exchange of contracts’ available
  • Unlisted Character Home
  • Private Driveway with Detached Garage
  • Wealth of Period Features
  • EPC Rating E / Council Tax Band G

Being Sold via Secure Sale. Terms & Conditions apply. Starting offers £875,000. Located on the edge of the popular village of Brenchley, is this four bedroom detached family home with large landscaped garden, detached double garage with workshop, office and bathroom. The added benefits of ample parking and approximately 3.32 acres of land in a enviable rural position.



Auctioneers Additional Comments Pattinson Auction are working in Partnership with the marketing agent on this online auction sale and are referred to below as 'The Auctioneer'. This auction lot is being sold either under conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer in partnership with the marketing agent. The property is available to be viewed strictly by appointment only via the Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Bids can be made via the Marketing Agents or via The Auctioneers website. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between both any marketing agent and The Auctioneer in order that all matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. In order to submit a bid upon any property being marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders/buyers will be required to adhere to a verification of identity process in accordance with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere. Our verification process is in place to ensure that AML procedure

Overview

Believed to date back to the 17th century and formerly comprising two separate cottages known as “Little Echoes,” Old Herring City is an enchanting and characterful detached property. With its colour-washed brick lower elevation, tile-hung and weatherboarded upper floors beneath a tiled roof, this home offers timeless charm and architectural appeal.

Internally, the property benefits from generous ceiling heights and an abundance of original period features, including exposed wall and ceiling timbers, panelled and latched doors, and deep skirting boards. The current owners have created a beautifully landscaped garden.

One of the home’s most appealing features is the triple-aspect sitting room. Additionally, the detached garage block presents potential for conversion to a self-contained annexe, subject to the necessary planning consents.

Entrance

The long private driveway is flanked by impressive mature trees, a small bridge across a tree lined stream.

Accommodation

Entrance Porch with brick flooring leads to a part-glazed door opening into the Entrance Hall, which includes a built-in cupboard housing the oil-fired boiler. The hall is laid with stone flooring.

A generously sized store room/study area offers hanging space and a walk-in layout, complemented by an under stairs cupboard.
There is a tiled Cloakroom/WC.

The Triple Aspect Sitting Room boasts exposed ceiling timbers and a brick fireplace with a wood-burning stove on the hearth, accompanied by shelving on one side. Glazed double doors open to the side terrace. The room is finished with oak flooring.

The Triple Aspect Kitchen/Dining Room features extensive work surfaces above a range of cupboards and drawers. A recessed Butler’s sink, double larder cupboard, and space for a range-style cooker with stainless steel extractor hood. Integrated fridge and dishwasher, along with eye-level cupboards, complete the space. Oak laminate flooring and deep wood skirting boards add warmth and character.

A separate Utility Room provides plumbing and space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, and has an external door to the side of the property.

The First Floor is accessed via a single flight of stairs leading to a landing with built-in cupboards.

The Triple Aspect principle Bedroom features exposed ceiling timbers, creating a sense of character and space.
There are two additional double bedrooms, each with fitted wardrobes, and a well-proportioned single bedroom with a double aspect.

The Family Bathroom is fitted with a white suite including a slipper-style bath, separate shower, pedestal wash basin, and low-level WC. A built-in airing cupboard completes the space.

Externally

The gardens are mainly to the front of the house and are beautifully landscaped with mature trees, shrubs, and planting. A stream runs through the grounds, complemented by a raised paved terrace with a covered barbecue area overlooking the stream and garden, a truly picturesque spot to relax and entertain. Beyond the parking area, a further five-bar gate provides access to two enclosed paddocks. In all, the property extends to approximately 3.32 acres.

Location

This stunning property is in an enviable rural position on the edge of Brenchley village. With is 13th Century church, Brenchley is situated in an Area Of Outstanding Natural Beauty and offers a plethora of facilities including post office/newsagents and public house. The location offers a variety of outstanding schools in the surrounding areas, including Brenchley Primary School, boys and girls grammar schools in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells, as well as well-regarded preparatory schools including Holmewood House, Hilden Grange and Somerhill.

The mainline stations of Paddock Wood and Tonbridge provide direct links to London, while the A21 provides access to the M25 motorway networks.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Auctioneers Additional Comments
Pattinson Auction are working in Partnership with the marketing agent on this online auction sale and are referred to below as 'The Auctioneer'.

This auction lot is being sold either under conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by the auctioneer in partnership with the marketing agent.

The property is available to be viewed strictly by appointment only via the Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Bids can be made via the Marketing Agents or via The Auctioneers website.

Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details being shared between both any marketing agent and The Auctioneer in order that all matters can be dealt with effectively.

The property is being sold via a transparent online auction.
In order to submit a bid upon any property being marketed by The Auctioneer, all bidders/buyers will be required to adhere to a verification of identity process in accordance with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.
Our verification process is in place to ensure that AML procedure are carried out in accordance with the law.

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a ‘Starting Bid’ or ‘Guide Price’ and is accompanied by a ‘Reserve Price’. The ‘Reserve Price’ is confidential to the seller and the auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the ‘Guide Price’ / ‘Starting Bid’.
These prices are subject to change.

An auction can be closed at any time with the auctioneer permitting for the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction.

A Legal Pack associated with this particular property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers’ obligations and sellers’ commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments
In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price of the property. The deposit will be a contribution to the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum of 6,000 inc VAT) is also required to be paid upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price and consideration should be made by the purchaser in relation to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with overall purchase costs.

Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may believe necessary or beneficial to the customer to pass their details to third party service suppliers, from which a referral fee may be obtained. There is no requirement or indeed obligation to use these recommended suppliers or services.

Important Information

  • This is a Freehold property.

Property Ref: EAXML10807_12687726

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