Set within an impressive late-Victorian manor house believed to date from 1878, this exceptional three-bedroom ground-floor apartment offers substantial and beautifully proportioned accommodation in a peaceful semi-rural setting on the outskirts of Four Elms.

Approached through electric gates and surrounded by approximately five acres of attractive communal grounds, the property is the largest apartment within the development and retains an abundance of original architectural character. Ornate plasterwork, leaded-light windows, decorative ceilings, period fireplaces and generous room proportions provide a wonderful sense of grandeur, while the accommodation has been carefully maintained and thoughtfully updated for modern living.

A private entrance opens into a useful vestibule with a large storage cupboard, beyond which the spacious hallway provides access to the principal rooms. The substantial kitchen, dining and family room is particularly well suited to both everyday living and entertaining. It features an extensive range of fitted cabinetry, granite work surfaces, integrated appliances and a tiled floor, together with an impressive original fireplace and a bay window overlooking the front of the building.

The magnificent drawing room is undoubtedly one of the apartment’s defining features. This remarkable reception space benefits from a broad bay window overlooking the gardens, an ornate curved ceiling with intricate plaster detailing, decorative corbels and a contemporary LPG fire. An original internal archway leads through to an additional seating area, creating a versatile and sociable arrangement with views across the private garden and direct access to the covered terrace.

There are three well-proportioned bedrooms, each offering fitted wardrobe storage. The principal bedroom is an elegant room with an imposing period fireplace, a separate dressing room and a modern en-suite bathroom. The second bedroom enjoys double doors opening directly onto the characterful, partially covered terrace, while the third bedroom is currently fitted and arranged as a home office, also with access to the outside space.

Externally, the apartment enjoys what is understood to be the largest private garden and terrace within the development. The covered terrace provides an attractive sheltered area for outdoor seating and entertaining, opening onto the apartment’s own garden and the extensive east-facing communal grounds beyond.

Two allocated parking spaces are provided, together with additional visitor parking. Offered with a share of the freehold and no onward chain, this is a rare opportunity to acquire an exceptionally spacious and characterful home within easy reach of Four Elms, Westerham and the surrounding countryside. Call us now for more information. We are **Open 8am - 6pm 7 Days a Week**

SITUATION
Mapleton House is approached through twin cast iron electric gates and sweeping gravel driveway and occupies a glorious rural position surrounded by farmland, enjoying open views across the adjoining countryside. Four Elms is a small village located between the towns of Westerham and Edenbridge; within the village there is a pub, church, petrol garage and an attractive duck pond. The town of Edenbridge lies a short drive away and Edenbridge Town railway station offers direct mainline train services into London Bridge and London Victoria. There is a large Waitrose supermarket in the town as well as a range of independent shops and leisure facilities at the Edenbridge Leisure Centre. The larger towns of Oxted (approx 7 miles away) & Sevenoaks (approx 8 miles away) offer a more comprehensive range of shops and facilities. There are any number of good schools locally at primary and secondary levels in both the state and private sectors.

COMMUNAL ENTRANCE HALLWAY
A large wooden door opens into the communal hallway that leads to the front door.

ENTRANCE HALLWAY
The hall has tiled flooring, a door into the kitchen, and a deep storage cupboard with an automatic light.

KITCHEN 7.77m x 7.04m
A vast space that has tiled flooring, a stunning Inglenook fireplace with ornate brickwork, a range of eye and base level under lit units with granite worktops, a six ring range cooker, and brushed steel extractor over, an inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink unit with mixer taps, integrated bin drawer, dishwasher, microwave and space for an American style fridge freezer, a matching central island with multiple pan drawers, space for a dining room table and chair set, three Victorian style radiators, high ceilings, original period windows to the front, an entry phone system and a door into the inner hallway.

INNER HALLWAY
The inner hallway has doors into the stunning sitting room, bedrooms one, two and three, the family bathroom and a utility cupboard.

SITTING ROOM 9.27m x 7.01m
The main reception room is superb. There is a wonderful arched ceiling with ornate plaster mouldings, and a central chandelier. There is carpeted flooring, a feature fireplace with stone mantle and hearth, six Victorian-style radiators, original windows to the rear and side with secondary glazing, and a door leading out into the rear garden and the covered side area.

BEDROOM ONE 6.50m x 6.32m
A very generous main bedroom that has carpeted flooring, a beautiful feature fireplace with ornate brickwork, three original windows with secondary glazing, high ceilings, two built-in wardrobes/storage cupboards, and a door into the ensuite shower room.

ENSUITE
A modern shower room that has tiled flooring, a low-level W/C, a wall-mounted wash hand basin with mixer taps, a double-width shower enclosure with wall-mounted shower and glass screens and doors, tiled flooring and walls, a shaver point, a wall-mounted heated towel rail, windows to the rear and side, and a deep storage cupboard.

WALK IN DRESSING ROOM
The dressing room has built-in shelving and hanging space, including drawer units.

BEDROOM TWO 4.72m x 2.90m
The second bedroom is a double and has carpeted flooring, a radiator, built-in wardrobes, and double doors leading out to the side covered garden area.

BEDROOM THREE 4.66m x 2.44m
The third bedroom is currently designed as a home office with extensive storage units and a desk area. There is carpeted flooring, a covered radiator, a built-in wardrobe, and a door leading to the side covered garden area.

FAMILY BATHROOM
Another modern bathroom that has tiled flooring, a low-level W/C, a wall-mounted wash hand basin with mixer taps, a tile-enclosed bath with mixer taps and shower with glass screen, tiled walls, a wall-mounted heated towel rail, frosted windows to the side, a shaver point and a built-in storage cupboard.

OUTSIDE
To the rear and side, there is a wrap-around garden that is mainly laid to lawn with a yew tree low-level hedge separating the garden from the main grounds. There is a useful covered area that has quarry tiled flooring and lighting. The garden and covered area are accessible via Bedrooms two, three and also the sitting room. To the front, there is gated residents' parking and access to the stunning grounds of this stately home, which include a large level lawn and walks through the woodlands beyond.

SERVICES
Council Tax Band F
Share of Freehold
Services Charges - TBC

MAPLETON HOUSE GARDENS AND GROUNDS
To the rear of this impressive building, you can find approximately five acres of well-maintained communal lawns and woodlands, a stunning rose garden, a French boules playing area, a designated BBQ area, and further attractive seating areas.

ANTI-MONEY LAUNDERING REQUIREMENTS
In line with current HMRC regulations, we are required to carry out Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks on all purchasers once an offer has been accepted.
A non-refundable administration fee of £30 + VAT (£36) applies for each prospective purchaser.
Please note: Satisfactory AML checks, along with proof of funds, are required before a memorandum of sale is issued.

CONSUMER PROTECTION FROM UNFAIR TRADING REGULATIONS 2008
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