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Mussenden FarmhouseMussenden Lane | Horton Kirby | DA4 9JW

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MUSSENDEN FARMHOUSE

Mussenden Farmhouse is a picture perfect family home that enjoys an enviable setting within the glorious Kent countryside. The origins of the house can be traced back to c1525, but further additions were added in subsequent years. In more recent times the house has been beautifully renovated throughout to create the immaculately presented and utterly charming home it is today.

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FINE & COUNTRYFine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Australia, Egypt, France, Hungary, Namibia, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, The Channel Islands, United Arab Emirates and West Africa we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals.

Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.

This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques.

We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.


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Dating back to circa 1525 with later additions, this Grade II listed farmhouse set in formal grounds and paddocks approaching 1.3 acres presents a superb opportunity to acquire a slice of rural life. Surrounded by Kent countryside, whilst being only a mile or so from the nearest amenities and outstanding schools.

Once one of the most thriving farms in the area, the whole farm underwent a high quality conversion by WH Simmonds and the farmhouse now sits amongst quality conversions yet enjoying a high degree of privacy.

A wealth of accommodation occupies three floors, a generous bespoke family kitchen complete with Godin range cooker with walk-in larder, leads to a large family/dining room with imposing Inglenook fireplace with multi-fuel stove, a morning room and fabulous lounge boasting a further stove which is perfect for cosy nights in.


The cellar rooms have been converted to a cinema/children’s room and has a votive altar believed to honour the Goddess Nehalennia.

To the first floor the master suite affords substantial bedroom with vaulted ceiling, en-suite dressing room with bespoke wardrobes and en-suite bath/shower room with roll top bath. There are two further double aspect bedrooms, one en-suite and family bathroom with two bedrooms to the second floor.

The property retains all the integrity of the period with imposing central hand carved staircase and sash windows with usable shutters, exposed beams and brickwork with quality oak and period doors throughout.

Outside, the property is approached via a five bar gate. The driveway affords ample parking leading to a barn garage of 38’. The formal patio terrace offers a hydro pool and gardens are laid to lawn with a substantial period grain store offering a variety of uses.

The formal gardens lead to fenced paddock backing onto open fields with greenhouse and vegetable garden.


Seller Insight “I’d lived in this area most of my life, before moving to London for work,” says the owner, “but when the children came along,

moving back to the countryside seemed like the natural thing to do. It’s a stunning location and what really hits you is just how incredibly peaceful it is. We can walk to the pub in the village, or take a short drive to the shops, so we have everything close at hand including Bluewater, which is only 15 minutes away. It’s also an excellent base for a commuter as we are conveniently located for road and rail.”

“I’d describe the older part of the house as quite quirky,” continues the owner, “whereas the later addition c.1800 has lovely high ceilings and big sash windows. The main living areas consist of a beautiful big kitchen, which leads directly into the dining room, and then two large reception rooms at the front of the property. All of the bedrooms are generously proportioned and we even have a double cellar, part of which we’ve converted into a cinema room for the children.”

This exceptional home boasts around 1.3 acres of beautiful grounds that overlook the rolling countryside beyond. “The garden sits mainly to the side of the house,” says the owner, “and we have a lovely big patio, a large area of lawn and a kitchen garden in which we grow herbs and soft fruit. We also have a large paddock to the rear of the house, which we have used for camping with the children, picnics and parties. The whole space is beautiful and it’s been absolutely perfect for the children and dog!.”

“I think what we love most about the location is that it’s so beautiful and peaceful, and yet also incredibly convenient,” says the owner. “We have excellent rail links, but when I was working in the City I would drive to the O2 at North Greenwich, park and then hop on the tube; I could be at my desk in around 45 minutes, which was ideal.”

“We extended the patio and installed a swim spa just over a year ago,” says the owner. “It catches the sun all day, so it’s generally where the children head as soon as they get home from school in the summer, and for my wife and I it has been a great place to exercise, even in the winter months.”

“This has been a stunning family home and a really idyllic and safe environment for our children to grow up in,” says the owner, “We love the peace and quiet of the area, which is why we won’t be moving far.”*


“The kitchen is definitely the heart of our home,” says the owner. “It’s a beautiful big family space that opens straight into the dining room, so it’s used for cooking, eating, homework, chatting… everything.”


LOCATIONHorton Kirby is a village in the civil parish of Horton Kirby and South Darenth in the Sevenoaks District of Kent. The village is located on the right bank of the River Darent, south of Dartford. Its church is dedicated to St Mary. The nearest railway station is at Farningham Road. The A225 road between Dartford and Sevenoaks passes to the west of the village. The village nestles in the Darenth Valley a few miles from Dartford. Road links from the area give access to A2/M2, A20/M20, M25 and Dartford Tunnel as well as Ebbsfleet International station, airports, the coast and Channel Tunnel.

DIRECTIONSFrom Fine & Country North Kent proceed up Ash Road, take the second turning right onto Castle Hill, turn left at the bottom onto Valley Road, follow this road along taking the second turning right into Speedgate Hill proceeding straight across the crossroads into Mussenden Lane, follow this road down where the property will be found approximately 1.5 miles down the lane on the left hand side.

TRANSPORT INFORMATIONFarningham Road Railway Station: 2 miles Eynsford Railway Station: 3 miles

All distances are approximate and calculated as the crow flies. For information regarding travel please visit:-www.kent.gov.uk/roads_and_transport/getting_around.aspx


LOCAL SCHOOLSPrimary Schools:

Horton Kirby Primary School: 0.5 miles Fawkham Primary School: 1.6 miles Sutton at Hone Primary School: 1.7 miles Anthony Roper School: 1.8 miles Hartley Primary School: 2.4 miles


Secondary Schools:

Longfield Academy: 2.7 miles Hextable School: 3.3 miles Swanley School: 3.4 miles Wilmington Boys Grammar: 3.6 miles Wilmington Academy: 3.6 miles Wilmington Girls Grammar: 3.8 miles Dartford Girls Grammar: 4.3 miles Dartford Boys Grammar: 4.4 miles Knole Academy: 7.4 miles

Independent Schools: Steephill School: 2 miles Birtley House: 2.9 miles St Michael’s Otford: 5.4 miles Cobham Hall: 7.4 miles Gads Hill: 9.2 miles St Andrews Rochester: 10.8 miles Kings Rochester: 10.9 miles

Information sourced from www.schools-search.co.ukPlease check with the local authority as to catchment areas and intake criteria.

GOLF CLUBSLondon Golf Club: 3.9 miles Redlibbets Golf Club: 2.4 miles

HEALTH CLUBSBrands Hatch Place: 2.1 miles David Lloyds Dartford: 3.7 miles


USEFUL INFORMATIONWe recognise that buying a property is a big commitment and therefore recommend that you visit the local authority website www.sevenoaks.gov.uk and the following 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 Fine & Country North Kent for verification.


USEFUL LINKSwww.mouseprice.com www.tfl.gov.uk www.environment-agency.gov.uk www.landregistry.gov.uk www.gov.uk/green-deal-energy-saving-measures www.homeoffice.gov.uk www.tkradon.org.uk www.fensa.org.uk http://list.english-heritage.org.uk

COUNCIL TAXWe are informed this property is in council tax band G, you should verify this with Sevenoaks District Council on 01732 227000


Fine & Country North Kent is a Partnership.copyright © 2016 Fine & Country Ltd.

TENUREThe vendor advises us that this property is Freehold. Should you proceed with the purchase of the property your solicitor must verify these details

APPLIANCES/SERVICESThe mention of any appliances and/or services within these sales particulars does not imply that they are in full efficient working order.

MEASUREMENTSAll measurements are approximate and therefore may be subject to a small margin of error.

OPENING HOURSMonday to Friday 9.00 am – 6.30 pm, Saturday 9.00 am – 6.00 pmSunday 10.00 am – 4.00 pm

VIEWINGVia Fine & Country North Kent 01474 700009

REFHA/SD/ST/162804 4131300/D1


Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed 12.05.2016


MUSSENDEN FARMHOUSE

Mussenden Farmhouse is a picture perfect family home that enjoys an enviable setting within the glorious Kent countryside. The origins of the house can be traced back to c1525, but further additions were added in subsequent years. In more recent times the house has been beautifully renovated throughout to create the immaculately presented and utterly charming home it is today.

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FINE & COUNTRYFine & Country is a global network of estate agencies specialising in the marketing, sale and rental of luxury residential property. With offices in the UK, Australia, Egypt, France, Hungary, Namibia, Portugal, Russia, South Africa, Spain, The Channel Islands, United Arab Emirates and West Africa we combine the widespread exposure of the international marketplace with the local expertise and knowledge of carefully selected independent property professionals.

Fine & Country appreciates the most exclusive properties require a more compelling, sophisticated and intelligent presentation - leading to a common, yet uniquely exercised and successful strategy emphasising the lifestyle qualities of the property.

This unique approach to luxury homes marketing delivers high quality, intelligent and creative concepts for property promotion combined with the latest technology and marketing techniques.

We understand moving home is one of the most important decisions you make; your home is both a financial and emotional investment. With Fine & Country you benefit from the local knowledge, experience, expertise and contacts of a well trained, educated and courteous team of professionals, working to make the sale or purchase of your property as stress free as possible.


Fine & CountryTel: +44 (0)1474 [email protected] Church Road Hartley Kent DA3 8DL

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