7 bed detached house for sale

High Street, Kemsing TN15

This substantial 7 bedroom detached character property offers versatile living accommodation, arranged over three floors and ideal for both family living and formal entertaining in the very heart of the picturesque Sevenoaks village of Kemsing. *Planning permission granted and works underway for a substantial detached 2 story barn in the grounds.

As sole agents, Cockburn are delighted to bring to the market Grantham House, a vast property steeped in history having once been in the ownership of Sir. Mark Collet, Former Governor of the Bank of England. This impressive character property is predominately 16th Century with later 18th century additions. Offering ample living space spanning over 3117 sq ft, Grantham House boasts three reception rooms, utility, breakfast room, kitchen, a cellar, seven bedrooms and two bathrooms. Also of note is the superb garden space, the perfect space for children’s outdoor activities, entertaining guests year-round, or for those with green fingers looking to create their very own outdoor oasis!

Grantham House sits in the very heart of the historic and idyllic Sevenoaks Village of Kemsing, at the foot of the North Downs with the Grade 1 St Mary's Church in the vista, forming a stunning backdrop and enhancing the character of the property and location. The property is in a Conservation area and aonb, serving the historic village with protection from future development. Cockburn’s are pleased to offer this rare chance to own one of the largest properties in the village, a property of such size in the area are rare and do not come to the market often.

• Significant recent investment and works undertaken to the exterior of property, including but not limited to, roof, windows, chimneys and all groundworks for the detached two-story barn (including laying of utilities).
• A spectacular entrance and wall were recently built along Church Lane, providing access onto the property and subsequently leading to off street parking for multiple vehicles.
• Planning permission granted in 2022 for a substantial 4 bay 2 story height detached barn in the ground of the property. Works have already begun, which included excavation of the site, levelling and laying of foundations (further information can be provided on request). The barn when built, has potential to apply for change of use, which has been granted for other properties/barns in the area. There is also a small separate access to the barn from Church Lane.
• Large cellar that has a wealth of potential for multiple uses, wine cellar, cinema room etc with original bread ovens still in place.
• The inside of the property is in an honest state and requires general updating and modernisation to some areas, such as a new kitchen, bathrooms etc, top floor bedrooms. Although in need of some interior updating, the property is a perfect canvas for the new owners to create their perfect home (since the property is Grade 2 listed, there are no restrictions for internal works required).
• All rooms throughout the property have open fireplaces including the bedrooms, which are all in working order. There is a huge inglenook fireplace in the one of the reception rooms (currently used as a playroom), that was previously covered up some years ago. This would be a stunning feature once exposed.
• Original Oak flooring
• Walking distance to Otford mainline station with trains direct to all London terminals (fast train Otford to London Bridge within 20mins) and both Kemsing and Sevenoaks mainline stations also very close by.
• A perfect substantial family home that enjoys the benefits of country life but with the added benefit of fast and convenient access into London.
• The property is detached and sits within a very generous plot of land
• Unlike other villages in Sevenoaks such as Otford, Kemsing is not a cut through village and therefore has low traffic flow.
• Families will appreciate the array of highly regarded schools in the local area, including the brilliant village school of Kemsing Primary (3-5 min walk), Seal Church of England Primary, St Michaels Prep, Knole Academy, Weald of Kent Grammar and Trinity Secondary Schools in Sevenoaks, all within the local vicinity. Many more local schools to note.
• A quintessential village pub, convenience store, gp surgery, chemist, primary school, Deli, Village hall, all within 2-5 mins walking distance from the property.
• 30 mins drive to Gatwick airport