Chiddingstone, Kent

Accessed via a tree-lined driveway, Chiddingstone Castle Lodge presents the most unique opportunity to build an impressive house of up to 3,778 sqft on a generous plot adjacent to the stunning Chiddingstone Castle and its tranquil gardens.

The planning consent presents an extremely rare opportunity to build a new, traditional style family home in a historic setting. On visiting the site you will see how seamlessly the design will sit next to not only the castle but the beautiful grounds and nearby houses.

The house will nestle centrally within the plot and present generous terrace areas and garden on all sides. The current, approved design incorporates 3 generous bedrooms on the first floor, all with en-suites, with an additional bedroom/study at ground level. The interior design could easily be reconfigured to deliver 1 or 2 further bedrooms on the first floor if required. There is also the option of including a full basement level if required.

With a plot size of just under an acre, the current plans for the ground floor include a spacious kitchen/breakfast room with patio doors leading onto a wrap-around terrace, open plan lounge/dining area, double bedroom/study plus a separate shower room. On the first floor the large principal bedroom includes a generous en-suite and walk-in wardrobe. Outside there will be ample parking for a number of vehicles.

Full details of the permitted plans can be found at 19/02757/FUL with details of a Minor Material Amendment at 21/02302/MMA. There are no major restrictions placed on the land by the current owners and the buyer may submit a revised design to Sevenoaks District Council if required.

Steeped in history, this delightful and tranquil village is renowned for being one of the best-preserved Tudor villages in Kent as well being just one of a small number of villages in the country owned by the National Trust.

Situated in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Beauty and a Conservation Area, Chiddingstone village offers the popular Castle Inn Public House, the Tulip Tree giftshop and tearoom, store/post office, village hall and St Mary’s Church.

The Ofsted outstanding-rated Chiddingstone Primary School is simply the most idyllic village school and from the plot is accessed via a short walk through the castle grounds. The castle itself is set in 35 acres and includes enchanting woodland walks, a quaint tea room plus gift shop.

Other notable historic sites nearby include Hever Castle, Penshurst Place & Gardens  and Chartwell. In the village there are plenty of outdoor pursuits available including cricket and tennis clubs or  fishing within the grounds of the castle.

The site is well located for Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells while a Waitrose can be found slightly closer in Edenbridge, around 6 miles away.

Direct mainline rail services to London can be located at Edenbridge and Tonbridge, both offering journey times of around 45 minutess. Penshurst Station has direct services to Redhill and Tonbridge.

The area has a number of well-regarded schools covering both the private and state sectors, including Chiddingstone and Leigh Primary Schools and a choice of Prepatory schools. There are a number of boys and girls Grammar Schools in Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge all of which encompass Chiddingstone in their catchment areas.

The A21 and M25 are both 20 mins away and provide links to other motorway networks, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and the Channel Tunnel rail terminal.

The plot presents the opportunity to design and manage the construction of your dream home.

If required we can recommend architects, planning consultants plus a number of reputable, local contractors to quote on any required works. Most of our self-build buyers choose to work with a main contractor on a fixed-price build contract, with monthly payments in arrears and all works are overseen by a qualified chartered surveyor.

Please note that site visits are available strictly by appointment only.