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For sale
£1,850,000

Sunnydale, Farnborough Park, BR6 8LY

3bedrooms
1bathroom
Detachedtype
Freeholdtenure

Listed 14 Sept 2026 · Bromley

How the price compares

This home£1,850,000
Median 3 bed in BR6£610k26 homes listed · £571 per sq ft
Difference+203%above the area median

About this home

Offered to the market for the first time in over 50 years, Compton Cottage is a charming 1930s three bedroom detached home, quietly and enviably positioned deep within the sought-after and secure Farnborough Park Estate. Set on a wider-than-average plot, the property presents an exciting opportunity for those looking to create a truly exceptional family home, subject to the usual planning consents. With its generous footprint, attractive setting and excellent potential, this is a rare opportunity to acquire a property that can be transformed and tailored to individual requirements. Rich in period character and original features, Compton Cottage retains much of the charm associated with its era. The accommodation currently comprises three bedrooms, two reception rooms and a separate breakfast room, with feature fireplaces and surrounds, attractive wood flooring and a host of character details adding warmth and personality throughout. To the rear, the property benefits from well-tended gardens, offering a peaceful and private outdoor setting, together with access to a large double garage providing excellent storage and parking facilities. The generous plot further enhances the property’s appeal and offers considerable scope for future improvement, subject to the necessary permissions. Situated within the highly regarded Farnborough Park Estate, the property enjoys a wonderfully secluded setting whilst remaining just moments from the vibrant centre of Locksbottom Village. A superb selection of restaurants, cafés, shops and everyday amenities can be found close by, providing an excellent balance of convenience and tranquillity. The location is particularly well suited to families, with excellent transport connections available from Orpington and Bromley mainline stations, offering swift access towards central London and beyond. The property also falls within the popular Darrick Wood School catchment area, further enhancing its appeal. Combining period charm, a generous plot, excellent potential and a prestigious location, Compton Cottage represents a genuinely rare opportunity to acquire a much-loved home that has been in the same ownership for more than five decades.

Local Authority: Bromley Council Tax Band: G

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Property details

Property type
Detached
Council tax band
G
Tenure
Freehold
Parking
Yes
Garden
Yes

Floorplan

Floorplan

Location

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  • Orpington Station1.3 mi
  • Petts Wood Station1.3 mi
  • Bickley Station2.0 mi

What nearby homes sold for

Median sold prices in BR6 over the last 12 months: semi-detached £605k · detached £790k · terraced £476k · flat £280k.

AddressTypeSoldPrice
Willow Lodge, Sunnydale
Orpington BR6 8LZ
Detached
Freehold
10 Oct 2024£4,970,000

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. All sales in BR6

Buying costs

Monthly repayment£9,255£185,000 deposit · £1,665,000 loan
Stamp Duty£135,750England rates

Estimates only, using rates in force from April 2025. Check GOV.UK, Revenue Scotland or the Welsh Revenue Authority and speak to a mortgage adviser before you offer.

Listed by Alan de Maid, Locksbottom on Rightmove (original listing). First listed 14 Sept 2026; details checked 7 Nov 2026. Latest change: added on 14/09/2026.

Agent disclaimer

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