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"S O L D - BUILDING PLOT - Development Opportunity - Planning Decision Notice Granted Prior Approval (14//505519/PNBCM) under new planning guidelines to convert an agricultural building to A NEW DETACHED RESIDENTIAL DWELLING, in this case a Boulton & Paul Dutch Barn, into a 2500 sq ft (approx.) residential barn. (See artists impression to demonstrate the potential finished property). This is a rare opportunity to build a beautiful country property in an idyllic rural setting. The level plot extends to 0.85 acres with a view over its own grounds and surrounding fields and woodlands beyond. It is situated off the beaten track in a small rural hamlet offering peace and seclusion but at the same time only 2.5 miles from Staplehurst Station with access to an excellent road network and within the much favoured Cranbrook School catchment area. For horse lovers the front gate opens onto the Frittenden TROT Ride through adjoining woodlands and local countryside.

The guide price stated is for the plot with the relevant permissions to build a new house. The Artists Impression demonstrates what the finished property may look like. Applicants / Buyers will need to ascertain the cost of building the whole property as a finished property including the entire interior / garages/ outbuildings whilst adhering to current Planning and Building Regulations. APPLICATION REFERENCE 14/505519/PNBCM DEVELOPMENT TYPE: Change of use.
PROPOSAL: Prior notification for the change of use of agricultural storage to dwelling with external alterations and the western bay of the barn is to be removed to reduce the size of the building to provide 2 car parking spaces and for its prior approval. LAND, GARDENS & LOCATION The site is situated at the end of a long shared private driveway, nestling amongst woodlands and fields within a small collection of country properties. It is half a mile from the village of Frittenden to the South and a mile from the larger village of Staplehurst to the north with its mainline station and direct trains to Central London (55 mins) and to Ashford International and the coast to the south. There is an excellent road network: M20 (junction 8) and A21 both about 15 minutes drive, as well as an outstanding selection of private and state schools in the area including Benenden, Sutton Valence and Cranbrook Grammar. For more extensive shopping and amenities the County Town of Maidstone is easily accessible (11 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (16 miles). SERVICES & OUTGOINGS LOCAL AUTHORITY: Maidstone Borough Council
TAX BAND: Not yet rated - EPC: Not Applicable at this stage
SERVICES: NOT CONNECTED - this will be down to the new purchaser as part of the build. No mains gas in the vicinity. No mains drainage so private drainage will need to be installed. Mains water exists over private land but not connected to site. HELPFUL WEBSITES We recommend that you visit the local authority website pertaining to the property you are interested in buying and the following websites for more helpful information about the property and surrounding local area before proceeding in a purchase:
www.bestschoolsguide.co.uk
www.homecheck.co.uk
www.floodrisk.co.uk
www.environment-agency.gov.uk
www.landregistry.gov.uk, www.homeoffice.gov.uk, www.ukradon.org GENERAL NOTES ON WRITTEN INFORMATION & WEBSITES If you are viewing one of our properties through an external website such as Rightmove or Zoopla etc, it is likely that certain information which we have placed within our own sales details are stripped out of the text; these may include external website names, currency signs and useful telephone numbers, so please therefore refer to our own website which can be found within the respective website portal you are using and you will see the other information. VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS All Viewings are strictly by Appointment with the Vendors Agent
Equus Country & Equestrian, South East
T: 01580 729000
E: sales@equusproperty.co.uk Preparation of these particulars and their accuracy is not guaranteed and they do not form part of any contract. Descriptions are given in good faith and as an opinion of the agents, not as a statement of fact. No description or information given about the property or its value, whether written or verbal or whether or not in these Particulars (?information?) may be relied upon as a statement of representation or fact. Neither Equus nor its Joint Agents have any authority to make any representation and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of Equus or the seller/lessor. Any areas, measurements or distances referred to are given as a guide only and are not precise. Photographs are reproduced for general information using a wide-angle lens and are not necessarily comprehensive nor current; no assumption should be made that any content shown are included in the sale nor with regards to parts of the property which have not been photographed. Reference to any particular use of any part of the property or to alterations is not intended to imply that planning or building regulations or any other consents have been obtained. We have not tested any appliances, services, heating systems or fixtures, and so cannot guarantee they are in good working order. Prospective purchasers should undertake their own tests, enquiries or surveys before entering into any commitment. The information in these particulars is given without responsibility on the part of the Agent or their clients. Neither the Agents nor their employees have any authority to make or give any representations or warranties whatever in relation to this property. These particulars are issued on the understanding that all viewings and negotiations are conducted through the agents."