Skeet Hill House
Skeet Hill Lane, Orpington, Kent, BR6 7QA
Guide Price
£1,500,000
Residential Tags: Grade II, Manor House
Property Tags: Development Potential, Tennis Court
Land Tags: Arable Land, Fishing Rights and Lakes, Paddock, Pasture Land
Summary Details
- First Marketed: May 2022
- Removed: Date Not Available
- Residential Tags: Grade II, Manor House
- Property Tags: Development Potential, Tennis Court
- Land Tags: Arable Land, Fishing Rights and Lakes, Paddock, Pasture Land
Best and final offers on 13th June 2022. Substantial detached period dwelling with well-proportioned accommodation and extensive gardens and grounds.
Description
Lot 1: Skeet Hill House
Skeet Hill House (formerly Davidson House) is a substantial 17th century Grade II listed manor house. The 7,426 sq ft of accommodation is arranged over three storeys. There is in addition a large cellar currently being used for storage purposes. The house was originally acquired for a boys’ club by the vendor in 1944 to be used for respite from the doodlebug bombs raining down on the East End of London during World War 2.
The house and grounds have provided outdoor education and recreation for many generations of young people. The accommodation is arranged accordingly, with dormitory style bedrooms with ensuite bath / shower rooms, open plan areas on the ground floor for workshops / dining, commercial kitchens and male / female / disabled WCs and shower rooms.
There have been a number of later additions to the 17th century building in the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, but these do not detract from the property’s charm. Period features, such as the original front door, oak staircase running through the core of the building and some exposed beams / wooden panelling together with high ceilings create a wealth of light and space. Adjacent to the house is a 3 bedroom cottage known as “the bungalow”, as well as a further brick-built barn utilised as an art studio with further accommodation. There is an attached pool house and a further outbuilding currently used as a garden kitchen.
Externally, the house is located to the south of its extensive gardens and grounds of approximately 2.11 acres (0.85 hectares), with a large parking and turning area accessed via carriage entrances to the front of the Property. A former pond garden is situated to the east with a further area previously used as an adventure playground (Lot 2). To the north is an area (Lot 3) currently used for growing fruit and vegetables for the residents, with the rest of the paddock left to meadow with a number of new trees.
The Bungalow is a 3 bedroom detached dwelling adjacent to the main house and is arranged over a single storey. It is presented in good condition. The accommodation comprises 2 double bedrooms, a single bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and open plan reception / dining / study area. Patio doors lead to a private garden which is bordered by close-panel fencing.
The Barn - The attractive brick-built barn lies to the north of Skeet Hill House and is arranged over two floors offering further residential accommodation. The ground floor is currently arranged as a studio offering a sleeping / sitting / kitchenette area with a separate shower and WC. The first floor is utilised as an open plan art studio with a further open-plan sleeping area.
The Pool House is built of brick with black timber weatherboarding and is attached to The Barn via the pool plant room. It has an abundance of natural light due to the numerous windows and French doors to the rear. The pool house encloses an indoor pool measuring 9.10m x 4.23m with associated changing rooms, showers and WCs.
Tennis Court - The tennis court lies to the west of the main house and requires some refurbishment.
Garden Kitchen - There is a further outbuilding situated adjacent to Lot 3 which is currently used by the charity as a garden kitchen offering cooking classes. There is a kitchenette at one end and a small sitting area at the other with a wood-burning stove.
Lot 2: Land to the south east (not to be sold prior to Lot 1) Lot 2 comprises of a secluded piece of undulating garden land of approximately 1.51 acres (0.61 hectares) currently used as an adventure playground. The land is surrounded by mature trees and hedges and is mainly laid to lawn.
Lot 3: Land to the north east (not to be sold prior to Lot 1) Lot 3 comprises of a large rectangular grassed area of approximately 3.68 acres (1.49 hectares) which has been allowed to go to meadow with some mown paths and planted garden areas. The land is surrounded on three sides by hedges and arable farmland. There are areas of fruit and vegetable beds used to provide food for the charity and young trees have been planted sporadically across the area. We consider this area could be used by a potential buyer as garden land, paddocks or for other agricultural uses.
Location
The Property is located on the edge of rural Crockenhill, an attractive village located on the fringe of the North Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town of Orpington is within 3.8 miles and has a strong local employment provision. There is a good selection of local amenities including schools, restaurants, retailers, supermarkets, cinema and a hospital. Orpington also acts as a local service centre for surrounding villages. A more comprehensive range of amenities and facilities are available in central London or Bluewater Shopping Centre (12 miles).
In terms of leisure facilities, Lullingstone Park Golf Course is situated 1 mile to the east of the Property, with Darenth Vallley, Pedham Place and Chelsfield Lakes golf centres also within easy reach. The exclusive London Golf Club is situated approximately 10 miles to the east of the Property. To the south is the famous Brands Hatch motor racing circuit. Chelsfield Park Lawn Tennis Club is also within 3 miles. Further walking and outdoor activities are available across the North Downs.
The Property benefits from good transport connections as a result of the A21, which lies approximately 2 miles to the south and runs from Junction 4 of the M25 into central London. The A20 is also approximately 3.5 miles to the north. This also links central London with the M25 and continues on to the M20 which connects London with Maidstone, Ashford, Folkestone, Dover and the South Coast.
International airports are also within easy reach. London City Airport is approximately 13 miles to the north west. London Gatwick Airport is approximately 28 miles to the south and London Southend Airport is approximately 36 miles to the north east. London Biggin Hill private airport is also located within 8 miles.
National rail services are available from Orpington station, approximately 3.2 miles to the west, which offers fast, direct services to London Bridge in 15 minutes. Swanley station is also approximately 2.6 miles to the north east offering South-Eastern services to London Victoria in 27 minutes. Ebbsfleet International Station is approximately 12 miles to the north east offering services to London St Pancras in 12 minutes where wider services to Paris, Lille and Europe are available via Eurostar. Closer by is Knockholt railway station which is located approximately 2.4 miles south west of the Property. Direct rail services are provided to London Bridge, with an average journey time of 24 minutes.
Square Footage: 7,426 sq ft
Acreage: 7.3 Acres
Directions
From Sevenoaks proceed along the London Road through Dunton Green and continue to the roundabout. Take the third exit (A224) onto Polhill and continue up the hill to the roundabout, taking the third exit staying on the A224. At the next roundabout take the third exit onto Hewitts Road and straight over on to Hollybush Lane at the crossroads. Turn right onto Rock Hill and then left onto Well Hill. Proceed up the hill passing Parkgate Road and Daltons Road on the right and Skeet Hill House will be found shortly afterwards on the right.
Additional Info
DEVELOPMENT & CHANGE OF USE POTENTIAL - Savills are of the opinion that the Property lends itself to a change of use to residential (C3) or other use classes (C1, E or F1) subject to achieving the necessary planning permission(s) and listed building consent(s).
SERVICES - We understand the Property benefits from private oil fired central heating and drainage and mains services include electricity and water. Interested parties however, should make their own enquiries of the relevant statutory authorities.
PLANNING - The Site falls within the planning jurisdiction of Sevenoaks District Council (SDC). The current development plan documents for the District are the Core Strategy Development Plan (2011) and the Site Allocations and Development Management Plan (2015). SDC are currently working on an emerging Local Plan with the aim of having the plan in place by 2023. The site is classified as being in the Green Belt, outside of a defined settlement area, and is situated just outside the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The main house is Grade II Listed. In planning policy terms, development of new dwellings in the Green Belt is not supported. However, the re-use of existing buildings (provided that they are permanent and of substantial construction) is supported. SDC have adopted planning Policy GB7 that supports the re-use of a building subject to it not having a materially greater impact on the openness of the Green Belt than the present use, or harm the existing character of the area. There is scope for a change of use back to residential which we expect would include some strategic removal of some built form surrounding the main dwelling. This would result in a net loss in built form in the Green Belt, which is generally viewed positively by a Local Authority.
TITLE - The Site comprises the freehold interest in title number K29192, which will be sold with vacant possession.
METHOD OF SALE - The Site is for sale on an informal tender basis. Offers are sought for the freehold interest on an unconditional and subject to planning (change of use only) basis. Please contact Savills for the closing date for offer submissions.
FURTHER INFORMATION - A recent building survey has been undertaken and a copy is available to prospective buyers upon request. For further information on planning, legal and technical matters, please contact Savills.
VIEWINGS - Viewings are strictly by appointment only. Viewing days have been arranged for10 and 18 May 2022. Please contact Savills to register your attendance.
Marketed by: Savills, Sevenoaks
Description
Lot 1: Skeet Hill House
Skeet Hill House (formerly Davidson House) is a substantial 17th century Grade II listed manor house. The 7,426 sq ft of accommodation is arranged over three storeys. There is in addition a large cellar currently being used for storage purposes. The house was originally acquired for a boys’ club by the vendor in 1944 to be used for respite from the doodlebug bombs raining down on the East End of London during World War 2.
The house and grounds have provided outdoor education and recreation for many generations of young people. The accommodation is arranged accordingly, with dormitory style bedrooms with ensuite bath / shower rooms, open plan areas on the ground floor for workshops / dining, commercial kitchens and male / female / disabled WCs and shower rooms.
There have been a number of later additions to the 17th century building in the 19th, 20th and 21st centuries, but these do not detract from the property’s charm. Period features, such as the original front door, oak staircase running through the core of the building and some exposed beams / wooden panelling together with high ceilings create a wealth of light and space. Adjacent to the house is a 3 bedroom cottage known as “the bungalow”, as well as a further brick-built barn utilised as an art studio with further accommodation. There is an attached pool house and a further outbuilding currently used as a garden kitchen.
Externally, the house is located to the south of its extensive gardens and grounds of approximately 2.11 acres (0.85 hectares), with a large parking and turning area accessed via carriage entrances to the front of the Property. A former pond garden is situated to the east with a further area previously used as an adventure playground (Lot 2). To the north is an area (Lot 3) currently used for growing fruit and vegetables for the residents, with the rest of the paddock left to meadow with a number of new trees.
The Bungalow is a 3 bedroom detached dwelling adjacent to the main house and is arranged over a single storey. It is presented in good condition. The accommodation comprises 2 double bedrooms, a single bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and open plan reception / dining / study area. Patio doors lead to a private garden which is bordered by close-panel fencing.
The Barn - The attractive brick-built barn lies to the north of Skeet Hill House and is arranged over two floors offering further residential accommodation. The ground floor is currently arranged as a studio offering a sleeping / sitting / kitchenette area with a separate shower and WC. The first floor is utilised as an open plan art studio with a further open-plan sleeping area.
The Pool House is built of brick with black timber weatherboarding and is attached to The Barn via the pool plant room. It has an abundance of natural light due to the numerous windows and French doors to the rear. The pool house encloses an indoor pool measuring 9.10m x 4.23m with associated changing rooms, showers and WCs.
Tennis Court - The tennis court lies to the west of the main house and requires some refurbishment.
Garden Kitchen - There is a further outbuilding situated adjacent to Lot 3 which is currently used by the charity as a garden kitchen offering cooking classes. There is a kitchenette at one end and a small sitting area at the other with a wood-burning stove.
Lot 2: Land to the south east (not to be sold prior to Lot 1) Lot 2 comprises of a secluded piece of undulating garden land of approximately 1.51 acres (0.61 hectares) currently used as an adventure playground. The land is surrounded by mature trees and hedges and is mainly laid to lawn.
Lot 3: Land to the north east (not to be sold prior to Lot 1) Lot 3 comprises of a large rectangular grassed area of approximately 3.68 acres (1.49 hectares) which has been allowed to go to meadow with some mown paths and planted garden areas. The land is surrounded on three sides by hedges and arable farmland. There are areas of fruit and vegetable beds used to provide food for the charity and young trees have been planted sporadically across the area. We consider this area could be used by a potential buyer as garden land, paddocks or for other agricultural uses.
Location
The Property is located on the edge of rural Crockenhill, an attractive village located on the fringe of the North Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town of Orpington is within 3.8 miles and has a strong local employment provision. There is a good selection of local amenities including schools, restaurants, retailers, supermarkets, cinema and a hospital. Orpington also acts as a local service centre for surrounding villages. A more comprehensive range of amenities and facilities are available in central London or Bluewater Shopping Centre (12 miles).
In terms of leisure facilities, Lullingstone Park Golf Course is situated 1 mile to the east of the Property, with Darenth Vallley, Pedham Place and Chelsfield Lakes golf centres also within easy reach. The exclusive London Golf Club is situated approximately 10 miles to the east of the Property. To the south is the famous Brands Hatch motor racing circuit. Chelsfield Park Lawn Tennis Club is also within 3 miles. Further walking and outdoor activities are available across the North Downs.
The Property benefits from good transport connections as a result of the A21, which lies approximately 2 miles to the south and runs from Junction 4 of the M25 into central London. The A20 is also approximately 3.5 miles to the north. This also links central London with the M25 and continues on to the M20 which connects London with Maidstone, Ashford, Folkestone, Dover and the South Coast.
International airports are also within easy reach. London City Airport is approximately 13 miles to the north west. London Gatwick Airport is approximately 28 miles to the south and London Southend Airport is approximately 36 miles to the north east. London Biggin Hill private airport is also located within 8 miles.
National rail services are available from Orpington station, approximately 3.2 miles to the west, which offers fast, direct services to London Bridge in 15 minutes. Swanley station is also approximately 2.6 miles to the north east offering South-Eastern services to London Victoria in 27 minutes. Ebbsfleet International Station is approximately 12 miles to the north east offering services to London St Pancras in 12 minutes where wider services to Paris, Lille and Europe are available via Eurostar. Closer by is Knockholt railway station which is located approximately 2.4 miles south west of the Property. Direct rail services are provided to London Bridge, with an average journey time of 24 minutes.
Square Footage: 7,426 sq ft
Acreage: 7.3 Acres
Directions
From Sevenoaks proceed along the London Road through Dunton Green and continue to the roundabout. Take the third exit (A224) onto Polhill and continue up the hill to the roundabout, taking the third exit staying on the A224. At the next roundabout take the third exit onto Hewitts Road and straight over on to Hollybush Lane at the crossroads. Turn right onto Rock Hill and then left onto Well Hill. Proceed up the hill passing Parkgate Road and Daltons Road on the right and Skeet Hill House will be found shortly afterwards on the right.
Additional Info
DEVELOPMENT & CHANGE OF USE POTENTIAL - Savills are of the opinion that the Property lends itself to a change of use to residential (C3) or other use classes (C1, E or F1) subject to achieving the necessary planning permission(s) and listed building consent(s).
SERVICES - We understand the Property benefits from private oil fired central heating and drainage and mains services include electricity and water. Interested parties however, should make their own enquiries of the relevant statutory authorities.
PLANNING - The Site falls within the planning jurisdiction of Sevenoaks District Council (SDC). The current development plan documents for the District are the Core Strategy Development Plan (2011) and the Site Allocations and Development Management Plan (2015). SDC are currently working on an emerging Local Plan with the aim of having the plan in place by 2023. The site is classified as being in the Green Belt, outside of a defined settlement area, and is situated just outside the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The main house is Grade II Listed. In planning policy terms, development of new dwellings in the Green Belt is not supported. However, the re-use of existing buildings (provided that they are permanent and of substantial construction) is supported. SDC have adopted planning Policy GB7 that supports the re-use of a building subject to it not having a materially greater impact on the openness of the Green Belt than the present use, or harm the existing character of the area. There is scope for a change of use back to residential which we expect would include some strategic removal of some built form surrounding the main dwelling. This would result in a net loss in built form in the Green Belt, which is generally viewed positively by a Local Authority.
TITLE - The Site comprises the freehold interest in title number K29192, which will be sold with vacant possession.
METHOD OF SALE - The Site is for sale on an informal tender basis. Offers are sought for the freehold interest on an unconditional and subject to planning (change of use only) basis. Please contact Savills for the closing date for offer submissions.
FURTHER INFORMATION - A recent building survey has been undertaken and a copy is available to prospective buyers upon request. For further information on planning, legal and technical matters, please contact Savills.
VIEWINGS - Viewings are strictly by appointment only. Viewing days have been arranged for10 and 18 May 2022. Please contact Savills to register your attendance.
Marketed by: Savills, Sevenoaks
Land Registry Data
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