OVERVIEW
A generous, well shaped building plot in an excellent location just to the south of the popular village of Marden in Kent.
Full planning has been granted for a four bedroom, contemporary, detached dwelling to replace an existing barn on this 0.37 acre site. Designed by Architect Colin Sharp of Staplehurst, the approval is for the house to be built to Passivhaus standards with a form and detailing that takes cues from the agricultural history of the site. A materials palette of vertical larch cladding, Planum clay tiles plus zinc canopies will blend perfectly into the semi-rural setting.
The new dwelling will be centrally positioned on the plot and provide a high degree of privacy with just one, well-screened neighbour to the south. The existing, mature trees will be complimented by new, native hedging down both sides.
The buyer can obviously alter the design, subject to planning, but currently the ground floor incorporates a large kitchen diner/family room, utility/boot room plus a separate living area. The first floor offers four good-sized double bedrooms including master ensuite with dressing area. Heating will be provided by an air source heat pump and the consent allows for roof mounted PV panels.
The property enjoys stunning views to the front and backs on to an orchard to the rear with easy access to footpaths for scenic countryside walks.
The plot is being sold with no restrictions, allowing the buyer to submit an alternative design for approval if required. Full details of the existing planning consent can be found under reference 20/504096/FULL. Please note that the CIL has been paid and therefore commencement of the development is confirmed, details are available on request.
Marden, Kent
1 x Self Build Plot
Goudhurst Road, Marden, Kent, TN12 9NW
Plot size: Circa 0.37 acres
House size: 2,346 sqft
Plot price: POA
Status: Available
SITE PLAN
LOCATION
With a long history dating back to Kind Edward I, the historical rural village of Marden lies 8 miles south of Maidstone, only 14 miles from Tonbridge and 4.5 miles from the pretty village of Goudhurst.
The plot itself is a just a short walk along a country road to the south of the village and provides the perfect blend for those seeking country living and village life. Amongst the many historical buildings in the village, Marden offers a host of amenities including a number of village stores, Post Office, library, pharmacy, GP surgery, home interiors/gift shop, butchers, farm shop & country store, coffee house, Indian restaurants and country pubs including the Marden Village Club (winner of the Kent CAMRA Club of the Year in 2022 and finalist of the National CAMRA Club of the Year in 2022) as well as the more traditional West End Tavern and The Unicorn pubs.
For the sports minded, Marden Sports Club offers cricket, hockey and tennis. Further amenities can be found at Maidstone (6 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (14 miles).
For a village setting the transport links are exceptional. Marden rail station offers direct services to Central London in under an hour and only 22 minutes to Ashford International.
The B2079 links the A229 from Maidstone to the A21 at Flimwell, making easy access to the M25, Heathrow Airport, Channel Tunnel and ferry ports beyond with Gatwick Airport only 55 minutes away.
There are a number of excellent private, grammar and state schools in the area including Marden Primary Academy, St Margaret’s Collier Street Primary, St Augustine Academy (Maidstone), Maidstone Grammar School, Tonbridge Grammar School, Benenden School, Bethany School (Goudhurst), Dulwich Prepatory School (Cranbrook), Marlborough House (Hawkhurst), Saint Ronan’s (Hawkhurst) and Sutton Valence School.
BUILD OPTIONS
The plot presents the opportunity to design and manage the construction of your dream home.
If required we can recommend 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.
GALLERY
Goudhurst Road, Marden
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