FREEHOLD
A much loved family home for many years, this charming property offers a rare opportunity to create your dream cottage in the desirable village of Higham. Set down a peaceful country lane, the home enjoys beautiful open views across fields to the front and backs onto Farm Lane behind.The accommodation is arranged over two floors and offers great versatility. The lounge features a cosy fuel-burning stove, perfect for winter evenings, while the kitchen/diner provides a bright and sociable space for family life. Upstairs, there are two double bedrooms and a study room, which was previously part of Bedroom 1 and could easily be reinstated as one large bedroom or converted into a third bedroom if desired.Outside, the rear garden extends to approximately 110ft, offering plenty of space for outdoor entertaining, gardening, or future extension potential (subject to consents).This property does require some mild updating, giving buyers the perfect chance to add their own touch and truly make it their own. Offered with no onward chain, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a characterful home in a sought-after semi-rural location.Location:Higham is a highly desirable and picturesque village located between Rochester and Gravesend, Bull Lane is surrounded by countryside and farmland, it provides a peaceful, close knit community feel while remaining within easy reach of larger towns and excellent transport links.The village itself has a range of everyday amenities including a local shop, post office, popular pubs, and a primary school. There are also plenty of scenic countryside walks, bridle paths, and cycle routes ideal for those who enjoy outdoor living and exploring nature.Higham train Station provides direct rail links to London, making it a popular choice for commuters seeking a quieter lifestyle without compromising on convenience. The nearby A2 and M2 motorways also offer straightforward access to London, Bluewater Shopping Centre, and the Kent coast.Just a short drive away are the historic towns of Rochester and Gravesend, both offering a wider selection of shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities. Rochester’s cobbled High Street, castle, and cathedral add to the area’s rich heritage, while Gravesend’s riverside walks and ferry connections provide even more to explore.
**MATERIAL INFORMATION**
The information above has been provided by the vendor, agent and GOTO Group and may not be accurate. Please refer to the property’s Legal Pack. (You can download this once you have registered your interest against the property). This pack provides material information which will help you make an informed decision before proceeding. It may not yet include everything you need to know so please make sure you do your own due diligence as well.
TBC
This Property is subject to an undisclosed Reserve Price which in general will not be 10% more than the Opening Bid. The Reserve Price and Opening Bid can be subject to change. The Online Auction terms and conditions apply.
This property is offered for sale via Online Auction which is a flexible and buyer friendly method of purchase. The purchaser will not be exchanging contracts on the fall of the virtual hammer, but will be given 56 working days in which to exchange and complete the transaction from the date the Draft Contract is issued by the sellers solicitor.
By giving a buyer time to exchange contracts on the property, normal residential finance can be arranged. The Buyer’s Premium secures the transaction and takes the property off the market. Fees paid to the Auctioneer reserve the property to the buyer during the Reservation Period and are paid in addition to the purchase price and are considered within calculations for Stamp Duty Land Tax. Further clarification on this must be sought from your legal representative.
The buyer will be required to give the Auctioneer authority to sign the Reservation Form on their behalf and to confirm acceptance of the Terms and Conditions prior to solicitors being instructed. Copies of the Reservation Form and all Terms and Conditions can be found in the Information Pack which can be downloaded from our website or requested from our Auctioneer.
Upon close of a successful auction, or if the vendor accepts an offer during the auction, the buyer will be required to make payment of a non-refundable Buyer's Premium of £6,600 including VAT, plus a buyer's administration charge of £396 including VAT, a total of £6,996. This secures the transaction and takes the property off the market. Any additional fees and charges over and above this will be confirmed within the terms and conditions available on the website.
The Buyer's Premium and buyer's administration charge are in addition to the final negotiated selling price.
All buyers will be required to verify their identity and provide proof of how the purchase will be funded.
If the Buyer Information Pack has been produced and provided by GOTO Group any successful purchaser will be required to pay £396 (including VAT) towards the cost of the preparation of the pack. These can then be used by your solicitor to progress the sale.
There are no other fees or charges payable to the Auctioneer however, there are other costs to consider such as:
An EPC is broadly like the labels provided with domestic appliances such as refrigerators and washing machines. Its purpose is to record how energy efficient a property is as a building. The certificate will provide a rating of the energy efficiency and carbon emissions of a building from A to G, where A is very efficient, and G is inefficient. The data required to allow the calculation of an EPC includes the age and construction of the building, its insulation and heating method. EPCs are produced using standard methods with standard assumptions about energy usage so that the energy efficiency of one building can easily be compared with another building of the same type. The Energy Performance of Buildings Directive (EPBD) requires that all buildings have an EPC when they are marketed for sale or for let, or when houses are newly built. EPCs are valid for 10 years, or until a newer EPC is prepared. During this period the EPC may be made available to buyers or new tenants.
By setting a proxy bid, the system will automatically bid on your behalf to maintain your position as the highest bidder, up to your proxy bid amount. If you are outbid, you will be notified via email so you can opt to increase your bid if you so choose.
If two of more users place identical bids, the bid that was placed first takes precedence, and this includes proxy bids.
Another bidder placed an automatic proxy bid greater or equal to the bid you have just placed. You will need to bid again to stand a chance of winning.