A highly attractive and charming semi-detached Victorian Cottage in this delightful rural location on the edge of Brenchley village, in about 1.73 acres DescriptionWell-presented throughout, Owl Cottage is a four-bedroom family home that has been updated and extended over the years to offer over 1900 sq ft of family living space with beautiful mature gardens totalling about 1.7 acres. The accommodation is arranged over three floors, enjoying an open-plan kitchen/dining room with traditional farmhouse-style cabinetry, granite work surfaces, and a range of integrated appliances including an electric oven with a 5-ring gas hob, steam oven and heated drawer, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. The sizeable sitting room is of particular note, enjoying an attractive feature fireplace with a log burning stove, and concertina doors opening to the impressive conservatory with limestone tiled flooring, and double doors opening to the rear flagstone terrace. There is a useful scullery with a Belfast sink situated off the conservatory, with doors opening to the rear terrace and wc. There are three bedrooms on the first floor, one of which enjoys a charming feature fireplace and fitted wardrobes. The second bedroom has an attractive outlook to the front of the property, whilst bedroom three has an outlook to the rear. A good-sized family bathroom with a fitted airing cupboard and additional storage cabinets completes the first floor accommodation. The triple-aspect principal bedroom is found on the second floor, with fitted cabinetry and far-reaching views over the neighbouring countryside, together with a further bathroom featuring a roll top bath, also enjoying an attractive outlook.Outside, there is a spacious detached garage fitted with both water and electricity, with an adjoining log store. Steps from the garden lead to the office, situated above the garage, providing an opportunity to update and extend to create a self-contained annexe, subject to necessary planning and consent. There are two further sheds providing useful garden storage. The mature gardens and grounds as a whole are laid to lawn, with herbaceous borders and arbours with climbing roses and jasmine. There is a large pond with a small island, inviting an abundance of wildlife. There are many specimen trees in the grounds including oak, chequer tree, silver birch, ash, chestnut and larch with underplanted spring bulbs. A gravel driveway that provides ample parking for multiple vehicles.LocationOwl Cottage is situated on a country lane on the outskirts of the popular villages of Brenchley (approximately 1.9 miles), Lamberhurst, (approximately 2.1 miles) and Horsmonden (2.5 miles). Lying approximately seven miles to the east of Tunbridge Wells, Brenchley is surrounded by beautiful countryside in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and offers a post office, doctors' surgery and dispensary, along with a fine church and the Little Bull Cafe & Bar on the High Street, together with the playground, sports fields, village hall, Grays Cafe and a thriving Tennis club in the village. The popular village of Lamberhurst enjoys a general store and well-regarded public houses, including The George and Dragon and The Chequers. Rich in nature as well as history, the village Common is used for local events today as it has in years gone by. The delightful and historic village of Horsmonden also enjoys an active local community, a primary school, tennis club, church, pub and the celebrated Heath Stores. For more comprehensive shopping, Paddock Wood (approximately 4.9 miles) offers a good range of shopping facilities including a Waitrose supermarket, doctors surgery, bank, Costa Coffee, butcher, Greggs, Barsley's Department Store, Putlands Sports and Leisure Centre and primary school. Tunbridge Wells (approximately 7.7 miles) offers a wide choice of facilities including two theatres, a multiplex cinema, health clubs, restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels, The Pantiles and High Street.Tunbridge Wells High Street offers many restaurants including The Ivy and The Warren, and so many choices for delicious cakes, fresh bread and coffee, Juliet's, Fine Grind, Gails and the Italian delicatessen Arte Bianca, with fresh fish and seafood at Sankey's fishmongers and so much more, with numerous shops and independent boutiques. There are many highly regarded schools in the area, both state and private, including Brenchley, Lamberhurst and Horsmonden village primary schools, the Grammar Schools in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Maidstone, Bethany school in Goudhurst, St Ronans and Marlbrough House in Hawkhurst, the Schools at Somerhill, Holmewood House, Kent College for girls, Tonbridge School for Boys, Mayfield School for Girls and co-education at Sevenoaks School.Paddock Wood station has mainline services to London Charing Cross via London Bridge and Waterloo East (and Cannon Street), with services from about 53 minutes.The nearby A21 links directly to the M25 London orbital motorway to the north and thereby a national motorway network, Gatwick and Heathrow airports.Square Footage: 1,978 sq ft Acreage: 1.73 AcresDirectionsFrom Tunbridge Wells proceed along the A21 southbound. At Kippings Cross and Blue Boys roundabouts go straight over, towards Lamberhurst, continue along the single carriageway. At the next roundabout take the first exit (sign posted Horsmonden) the turn immediately left into Lamberhurst Road (B2162). Take the next left into Tong Lane which then becomes Green Lane and after about 0.6 of a mile Owl Cottage will be found on the right-hand side. Additional InfoOutgoings: Tunbridge Wells Borough CouncilServices: Mains Water and Electricity. LPG gas hob. Private Drainage (shared with the neighbouring property) and Oil Central Heating.Please note, the sitting room curtains and garden furniture are not included in the sale. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i70933642
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A highly attractive, charming & deceptively substantial family home overlooking the village green in the sought-after village of Matfield and within five miles of Tunbridge Wells DescriptionDating from the early 18th century, The White House is a charming and picturesque Grade II listed family home, in this sought-after location overlooking The Green in Matfield. There are many period features throughout, typical of a property of this era, including multi-pane sash windows and exposed timber beams, while still providing generous, bright and beautifully presented accommodation extending to approximately 2199 sq ft.The ground floor boasts three reception rooms that can be arranged to suit; currently used as a formal dining room, a delightful snug with an open fireplace, and a spacious family room benefitting from a wood-burning stove and bi-folding doors opening to the rear terrace and garden beyond.The kitchen is fitted with traditional style cabinetry, topped with bespoke solid wooden worksurfaces, providing plentiful storage and preparation space. Appliances include a two-oven AGA which provides heating and hot water, together with an electric oven and integrated dishwasher. The WC completes the ground floor accommodation.There are four double bedrooms arranged across two floors; the first floor is home to three of the bedrooms which are served by the family bathroom, and all benefit from fitted cabinetry. Two of the bedrooms enjoy a wonderful outlook across The Green.The principal bedroom found on the second floor is of particular note, enjoying exposed timber beams and an adjoining, sizeable dressing room with vaulted ceilings and a bank of fitted wardrobes. The bedroom is served by the separate, beautifully appointed bathroom, fitted with a freestanding bath, separate shower, WC and sink basin. The cellar provides a useful utility area and is fitted with a sink basin and completes the accommodation.Outside, the gardens wrap around three sides of the property; there is a charming 'cottage-style' garden to the front, with a pathway leading to a level area of lawn with well-maintained hedging which overlooks the village green. To the rear, there is a terrace spanning the width of the property offering a charming area to entertain friends. There is a flexible summerhouse that can be arranged to suit, perhaps as a gym or home office, ideal for todays' working from home requirements (subject to relevant permissions). The remainder of the garden is mostly laid to lawn, with a raised vegetable garden and children's tree house with playing equipment.The detached garage and gravelled driveway, which provides parking for up to two vehicles, can also be accessed from the garden via a gated pathway.LocationThe White House is situated in the charming village of Matfield next to The Green, surrounded by beautiful countryside in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Matfield has a butcher, village hall, and public houses including Gastro Pub The Poet. The nearby village of Brenchley (approx. 1.4 miles) offers a post office, doctors' surgery and dispensary, along with a fine church, primary school, The Little Bull Cafe & Bar and Grey's Cafe. The two villages share a Tennis Club and there are both cricket and football teams in addition to further local societies and clubs. Horsmonden is reached within approximately 3.5 miles, where there are further village amenities including an award-winning village shop (Heath Stores has historically been named 'Best Independent Food and Drink Retailer' by Kent Life).The White House is well placed for immediate access to the surrounding countryside, and within convenient reach of local attractions such as Bewl Water, the largest reservoir in the south east. The reservoir provides many leisure activities including horse riding, walking and cycling trails, a sailing and canoeing club and fishing, Scotney Castle and Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest.For more comprehensive shopping, Paddock Wood (approx. 2.4 miles) offers a good range of shopping facilities including a Waitrose supermarket, doctors' surgery, bank, Costa Coffee, butcher, Greggs, Barsley's Department Store, Putlands Sports and Leisure Centre and primary school.There are many highly regarded schools in the area, both state and private, including Brenchley and Horsmonden village primary schools, the Grammar Schools in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Maidstone, Bethany school in Goudhurst, St Ronans and Marlbrough House in Hawkhurst, the Schools at Somerhill, Holmewood House, Kent College for girls, Tonbridge School for Boys, Mayfield School for Girls and co-education at Sevenoaks School.Paddock Wood station has mainline services to London Charing Cross via London Bridge and Waterloo East (and Cannon Street), with services from about 53 minutes. The nearby A21 links directly to the M25 London orbital motorway to the north and thereby a national motorway network, Gatwick and Heathrow airports, together with offering easy access to the South Coast, including the popular seaside town of Hastings.Square Footage: 2,199 sq ft DirectionsTN12 7JX - Next to the village green. Additional InfoServices: Mains water, electricity, and drainage. Oil central heating. Outgoings: Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. Grade II Listed, situated in Matfield conservation area. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i70288864
Attractive, detached family home with a south-facing garden & parking, on the edge of this popular village. Description64 Burton Avenue is a spacious, modern family home, completed in 2017 and situated between the popular villages of Leigh and Hildenborough. The well-proportioned and presented accommodation is arranged over two floors and is ideal for both formal entertaining and family living, with salient points including a modern kitchen and bathroom suites, an attractive south facing garden, off road parking with carport and views to neighbouring fields, together with the remainder of the 10 year NHBC warranty.Double doors from the entrance hall lead to the double aspect sitting room which is of excellent proportions and benefits from bi-fold doors leading to the terrace. A further double aspect reception room offers versatility for a variety of uses as a dining room or family room, and is currently used as a home gym / office space. Both reception rooms enjoy views over the neighbouring fields.The stylish kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units with integral appliances and double doors leading out to the terrace and a square bay window to the breakfast area.A useful utility room provides further storage, space for additional appliances and a sink.A cloakroom and generous understairs storage cupboard completes the ground floor.Stairs rise from the spacious entrance hall to the galleried first floor and superb principal bedroom suite with a stylish en suite shower room and fitted wardrobes.There is a guest bedroom with en suite shower room and two further bedrooms, served by a family bathroom. Two bedrooms enjoy views over the adjoining farmland.A study/bedroom 5, currently used as a dressing room, and two useful storage cupboards are arranged over the remainder of the first floor.To the front of the property is a pedestrian path leading to the front door flanked on one side by the driveway and with established shrub borders to the other side. The driveway provides off road parking and leads to the carport. The south facing garden to the rear is predominantly laid to lawn, and arranged over two level areas with terraces providing ideal areas for al fresco entertaining and bordered with an abundant variety of shrubs and trees and closed board fencing to the perimeter.Location64 Burton Avenue is situated on the edge of the sought after village of Leigh, with its active village community, village green, primary school, excellent village store, public house, a hairdresser and railway station.Comprehensive Shopping: Tonbridge (3 miles), Sevenoaks (6.2 miles), Tunbridge Wells and Bluewater.Mainline Rail Services: Hildenborough (2.3 miles) to London Bridge (31 mins)/Cannon Street/Waterloo East/Charing Cross. In addition, Leigh village station (2 miles) to Tonbridge/Redhill.Primary Schools: Hildenborough C of E, Stocks Green, St Margaret Clitherow Catholic, Weald, Long Mead and Leigh.Secondary Schools: Judd Boys Grammar, Tonbridge Girls Grammar, Weald of Kent Girls Grammar, Hillview School for Girls, Hugh Christie School and The Leigh Academy in Tonbridge. Tunbridge Wells and The Skinners School Boys Grammars, Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar, Bennett Memorial Diocesan School and St. Gregory's RC School in Tunbridge Wells. Several in Sevenoaks.Private Schools: Sackville School in Hildenborough. The Preparatory Schools at Somerhill. Hilden Oaks and Hilden Grange in Tonbridge. Tonbridge, Sevenoaks and Walthamstow Hall for Girls Senior Schools. Radnor House in Sundridge.Sporting Facilities: Leigh village provides cricket and tennis clubs. Nizels Golf Club in Hildenborough also has a private health/fitness centre. Golf clubs in Sevenoaks include Wildernesse and Knole. Sevenoaks sports and leisure centre. All distances are approximate.Square Footage: 2,151 sq ft DirectionsFrom the A21 take the Weald/Sevenoaks/Hildenborough roundabout onto the B245, proceed for approximately two miles and turn right on to Leigh Road. Continue on this road as it becomes Powder Mill Lane for approx. two miles before turning right on to Burton Avenue. No. 64 is the first house on the left. Additional InfoServicesAll mains services. Gas central heating. EV charging point.Maintenance£590 per annum. Upkeep of communal areas.OutgoingsSevenoaks Borough Council . Tax Band 'G' For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i69314543
A substantial and generously proportioned home situated in the popular and stylish 1811 Powder Mill Lane development built by Bellway Homes in 2018. Arranged over three floors with its' well-presented interiors and generous proportions, the house offers a welcoming first impression and has an abundance of space for entertaining at home with a choice of reception spaces on the first floor. There is granted planning permission for a new terrace and single storey rear extension, Sevenoaks council 21/01152/ HOUSE The accommodation is very spacious, extending to over 2504 sq. ft. including a large entrance hall, with cloakroom, a utility room, two bedrooms one with an ensuite on the ground floor. The first floor offers fantastic reception spaces including a large dining/ family room with a vaulted ceiling, contemporary wood burner and bifold doors opening into the rear garden and a fully fitted kitchen. There is a good sized sitting room on this floor with full length windows and fitted storage as well as a cloakroom. The second floor comprises a fantastic principle bedroom with a balcony, vaulted ceiling and an ensuite contemporary shower room. There are a further two double bedrooms and a main bathroom.OutsideThe property is approached over a generous driveway with ample off-street parking for a number of vehicles as well as a double garage with mixed planting to the front. An external staircase leads to a double level rear garden, with an area of artificial lawn. The garden is partly walled and has been cleverly landscaped with a variety of planting including a clematis covering a pergola and a variety of annual and perennial shrubs.Situation5 Mill Stream Rise is situated in an exclusive development well placed on the edge of Leigh village. Leigh is an active village with a green, primary school, village store, public house and railway station. The towns of Tonbridge (3 miles) and Sevenoaks (6.2 miles) offer more comprehensive shopping as well as fast train services to London. The house is situated close to a variety of good schools including Skinners school, Judd School, Tonbridge School, Sevenoaks School, Tonbridge Grammar and Weald of Kent. There are excellent local leisure facilities including golf at Poult Wood and Nizels and tennis at Tonbridge. The A21 provides fast access to the M25 and Junction 5.Additional InformationFreehold All mains services, gas central heating, air conditioning unit in the principle bedroom Annual service charge £495 for maintenance of public areas Sevenoaks Borough Council Tax Band G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i69448652
Delightful detached converted barn offering charming entertaining space, together with a detached period building currently utilised as an artist's studio, situated in a quiet rural setting amid circa 0.8 acres within a short drive to commuter links.The Granary is a wonderful detached barn conversion sympathetically converted around 2007, located in a most delightful setting along a no through lane in close proximity to Staplehurst village and all the amenities that it offers including the main line station with direct links to London and coastal stations. The property retains many of its original features and character, with beautiful structural timbers, a central dining hall with high vaulted ceiling and timber latch doors throughout. The accommodation is accompanied by an oak framed cart barn, timber framed studio with garaging underneath and garden sheds. The gardens totalling circa 0.8 acres, including a large carp filled pond, are abutted by neighbouring paddocks. Mature shrubs, trees, an area of lawn and seasonal planting fill the garden space, with a stone paved terrace offering the ideal spot for al fresco dining in the summer months.FEATURES- Underfloor heating is present throughout the whole of the ground floor- Sitting room with triple aspect windows including French doors opening onto garden terrace, exposed beams, wood burner, oak flooring- Fantastic dining hall with high vaulted ceiling, full height glass windows to front and back allowing light to flood the space, French doors opening onto garden terrace- Open plan to the dining hall the kitchen is fitted with bespoke wood units under granite and wooden worktops, with an oil-fired Alpha range used for both cooking and heating, additional calor gas hob, two mini butler's sinks, integrated dishwasher, space for fridge freezer- Utility/boot room with glass door opening onto garden terrace, sink, and space for washer/dryer and additional under counter fridge- Bedrooms accessed from two separate oak staircases - Master bedroom with ensuite bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle, built in vanity basin, WC, tiled flooring, built in storage with access to additional eaves storage space- Two further double bedrooms, both with good eaves storage - Shower room with power shower, corner vanity basin, WC, tiled flooring and pretty stained-glass window- Timber framed studio above garaging is currently used as an artist's studio, furnished with power, light and telephone connection, it could offer potential for conversion subject to any necessary planning consents- Timber framed cart lodge suitable for under cover parking, or could also offer potential conversion, subject to any necessary planning consents- Two garden sheds offering additional storage spaceSITUATIONThe Granary is located in the hamlet of Hawkenbury within the rich farmland of the Weald, between the Wealden villages of Staplehurst and Headcorn. Both villages offer vibrant communities with a good selection of local shops, doctor's surgeries, primary schools and amenities along with mainline stations providing fast and frequent services to London with journey times from under an hour. Both stations service Ashford International for connections to the high- speed service to London St. Pancras in about 37 minutes. Staplehurst also benefits from a large Sainsbury's supermarketExcellent schooling in the area includes several local primary schools, various state and grammar schools in Maidstone as well as private schools nearby including Sutton Valence Preparatory and Senior Schools, and Dulwich Preparatory at Cranbrook. The County Town of Maidstone is within easy reach offering comprehensive shopping, theatre, supermarkets, services and leisure facilities. The M20 is a short drive away and links to coastal ports, the Channel Tunnel and the M25 for Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted airports. PROPERTY INFORMATIONPROPERTY INFORMATION- Services: Oil fired central heating. Private drainage. Mains water and electricity. Calor gas for cooking only.- Local Authority: Maidstone Borough Council- Council Tax band: G (2024/25)- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.- Viewings: Strictly by appointment through Jackson-Stops. Tel: - Agent's Note: A footpath, KCC reference KH629, runs along the southern boundary between The Granary and the neighbouring property. DIRECTIONSFrom the traffic lights at Staplehurst, head east on the Headcorn Road for about 2 miles. Turn right onto Boarden Lane and continue to the end of the lane, bearing round left where the drive splits to arrive at the gravel driveway just past the pond on the left. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i69365685
A very substantial and individual 5 bedroom, detached twin roundel Oast house with 1.75 acres (tbv) and only 5 miles to Tonbridge mainline station.This delightful family home has been in the same ownership for over 40 years and has been improved and well maintained. The accommodation is full of character and totals over 4000 sq.ft with generously proportioned rooms arranged over two floors allowing for a flexible arrangement. Many rooms enjoy views over the garden and surrounding countryside.The ground floor comprises of a welcoming entrance hall with a cloakroom and exposed timbers. The open plan twin roundel reception room is an impressive space and due to the arrangement is less restrictive than most standard Oast rooms allowing for traditional furniture and fittings. The reception room boasts a large brick Inglenook fireplace with cast iron wood burning stove and Bressumer beam above, solid wood floors and a door provides direct access out to the rear garden. The large open plan kitchen/family room offers a lovely light space with French doors opening out to the rear paved terrace and a comprehensive range of fitted units with integrated appliances. The sizable triple aspect dining room and utility room complete the ground floor. The first floor provides the double aspect main bedroom with a dressing area and an en suite shower/bathroom. There is a guest double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and an en suite shower room, 3 further bedrooms (two of which are in the roundels) and a family bathroom. The property is accessed to the front over a private road (owned by the property) onto a driveway providing off road parking and access to the detached double garage. The garden and grounds total approximately 1.75 acres (tbv) and are predominantly arranged to the rear of the property. The private rear garden is laid to lawn with an extensive paved terrace providing ideal outside entertaining space overlooking the large lily pond and a wide variety of established plants and mature trees. The garden extends into an area of woodland and a fenced paddock with a small stable block. Located on the fringes of the pretty village of Hadlow which has a good range of local amenities, schools and churches.Mainline Rail Services: Tonbridge mainline station (4.3 miles) to London Bridge/Cannon Street/Charing Cross.Primary Schools: Hadlow Primary School. Several options in Tonbridge.Secondary Schools: Judd Boys Grammar, Tonbridge Girls and Weald of Kent Girls Grammar Schools, Hillview for Girls, Hayesbrook Academy and Hugh Christie Secondary Schools in Tonbridge. Skinners and Tunbridge Wells Boys Grammars and Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar, Tunbridge Wells. Bennett Memorial and St Gregory's Secondary Schools in Tunbridge Wells.Private Schools: The Preparatory Schools at Somerhill, Hilden Oaks, Hilden Grange and Tonbridge Schools in Tonbridge; Fosse Bank and Sackville in Hildenborough; Sevenoaks Public School.Comprehensive Shopping: Tonbridge (4 miles), Tunbridge Wells (10.3 miles), Sevenoaks (10.4 miles) and Bluewater Shopping Centre. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i71091675
An attractive, unique, detached family house in this picturesque, sought-after village, offering flexible and spacious accommodation and a generous established garden. DescriptionThe Garden Cottage is a deceptively spacious family house, which having been attractively extended historically is well-suited to the needs of the modern-day family with a high standard of presentation throughout, with a pleasant views over the Medway Valley to the front and gardens to the rear.Modern, stylish, fittings combine with the use of a limited colour palette and natural finishes, to give a sense of calm, whilst the generous windows, bifold and French doors to the rear and the lantern roof light to the landing, maximise the flow of natural light into the interior. The ground floor is predominantly open plan, with underfloor heating throughout, designed and orientated to enjoy the delightful outlook over the garden to the rear, easily zoned into a sizeable sitting room, dining area and kitchen, with Aluminium bifold doors opening onto the terrace, ideal for entertaining on a large scale.The contemporary style fitted kitchen, provides good storage and plenty of preparation space, with a range of integrated appliances together with a breakfast bar that is perfect for more informal dining. There is also an adjoining utility room with sink and space for white goods. A further reception room sits to the front of the house which can be closed off from the main space and is currently used as a playroom but could also become a study, ideal for today's working from home needs. A separate wc completes the ground floor accommodation.The first floor is home to the impressive principal bedroom with en suite shower, bank of fitted wardrobes and sliding French doors onto a decked balcony, overlooking the garden. There are three further bedrooms, one of which also enjoys direct access onto the rear balcony and a separate family bathroom. Two bedrooms benefit from electric blinds. Outside, a large slate terrace spans across the back of the house, raised above the garden by means of a brick and stone retaining wall. The area just beyond here is used each summer by our selling clients as an ideal position for an above ground, outdoor swimming pool. The mature garden is mainly laid to lawn with the northern boundary formed of a weathered brick wall, which originally enclosed the kitchen garden to the neighbouring property. A slate chipping path runs for most of the length of the garden along this wall, with a modern take on an arbour above, clad with vines, wisteria, and clematis, providing shade in the warmer months. The remaining boundary is a combination of fencing, mixed mature hedging, trees and shrubs. A large oak tree provides a focal point at the bottom of the garden, where there is a substantial brick and timber lean to shed, with an attached animal enclosure and children's playhouse nearby.Garden Cottage offers driveway parking for several cars and there is a very useful garden store to the side of the property which has direct access to the rear.LocationGarden Cottage occupies a convenient position on the edge of the historic village of Penshurst, famous for its 14th Century stately home, Penshurst Place, which was once owned by Henry VIII. The picturesque village is surrounded by beautiful Kent countryside, designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village boasts a thriving community and amenities include a Church, village hall, tea room, post office, garage, the Leicester Arms public house, monthly Farmers market, and has immediate access to beautiful countryside walks and the regional cycle route known as the Tudor Trail, which runs from Tonbridge Castle alongside the River Medway, out into the countryside and to the glorious buildings of Penshurst Place. Penshurst cricket pitch is one of England's oldest and lies within the grounds of Penshurst Place.There are two further popular country pubs within about a mile of the property, The Spotted Dog and The Bottle House Inn.Comprehensive shopping: Penshurst enjoys the enviable position of being within convenient reach of the facilities of three large towns; Tunbridge Wells (about 7 miles), Tonbridge (about 5.5 miles) and Sevenoaks (about 9.5 miles).Schools: Penshurst has its own highly regarded primary school, with further primary schools in nearby Fordcombe and Chiddingstone. There are a number of other well-regarded schools in the area, including the sought after grammar schools in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells and private schools such as Holmewood House Preparatory School in Langton Green and Sevenoaks and Tonbridge at secondary level.Mainline rail: Penshurst (about 2.3 miles) to London Cannon Street from 57 minutes and to London Victoria from just over an hour. Hildenborough (about 4.7 miles) to London Charing Cross/Cannon Street from 41 minutes.Communications: The A21 is accessible at Tonbridge and links to the M25 and national motorway networks and thereby to Heathrow and Gatwick airports, the channel ports and Channel Tunnel Terminus.Square Footage: 1,993 sq ft DirectionsPostcode - TN11 8DL. From Tunbridge Wells take the B2100 through Langton Green, then turn right onto the A264 towards Ashurst and East Grinstead; shortly after turn right again onto Fordcombe Road B2188; follow the road for roughly 3.3 miles passing through the village of Fordcombe, turning left onto the driveway for The Garden Cottage before reaching the center of the village of Penshurst.What3Words: ///spices.candle.money Additional InfoAgent note: The outdoor sauna and children's trampoline are excluded from the sale, but available by separate negotiation.Services: LPG-fired central heating. Mains water, electricity and drainage. Solar PV panels fitted to the rear roof provide quarterly electricity feed-in tariff payments. Please refer to the office for more information. Local Authority: Sevenoaks District Council - . For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i70530789
Attractive, well-located family home DescriptionAcer,110b Tonbridge Road is an attractive detached family home, set back from the road and superbly situated for popular local schools. The property which is offered with no onward chain, was built in 1986 with a later addition by the current owners, offering light, spacious and versatile accommodation which is well-presented throughout and ideal for modern family living, with salient points including a well-appointed kitchen, modern bathroom suites, five generous bedrooms, oak flooring to the entrance hall, established gardens and integral garaging, with ample driveway parking. Also of note is the property's excellent location from Hildenborough and Tonbridge stations, being 1.5 miles and 2 miles, respectively.A large entrance hall with an oak staircase ascending to the first floor leads to a well-proportioned double aspect sitting room with bi-fold doors to the front terrace, providing lovely views to the garden beyond, and a brick surround fireplace, inset with a gas fire. A set of doors leads to the adjoining dining room, with a further door from the sitting room providing access to a study. A well-appointed kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of wall and base units, Rangemaster oven and integral Bosch appliances with an adjoining breakfast room with a view to the front. From here, a lobby with a staircase to the first floor over the garage leads to a versatile room, currently utiilised as a generous bedroom with a en suite shower room. A cloakroom and a utility room with access to outside and the integral double garage complete this floor.Arranged over the first floor is the principal suite, featuring a bedroom with a bank of fitted wardrobes, a dressing room with fitted storage and an en suite bathroom with a separate shower. There are three further double bedrooms, one served by modern en suite shower room and a well-appointed family bathroom.The established gardens wrap around the property and create a lovely backdrop. A large, paved terrace sits to the front of the property and is a perfect spot for al fresco entertaining. An expanse of lawn with a southerly aspect is interspersed with shaped beds and well-stocked deep borders, planted with a wide variety of herbaceous shrubs and specimen trees, providing year-round interest. A separate area of lawn sits to the west of the plot with a greenhouse and a garden implement store, both with power connected. To the rear of the property is another area of lawn, enclosed by close boarded fencing with a pedestrian access gate to the driveway. Acer is approached via a shared driveway which leads on to a set of gates and a private drive, culminating in an ample parking area.Location Shopping: Sevenoaks (4 miles), Tonbridge (1.8 miles), Tunbridge Wells and Bluewater. Mainline Rail Services: Hildenborough (1.5 miles) to Cannon Street/Waterloo/Charing Cross/London Bridge. Tonbridge (2.2 miles) to London Bridge. Primary Schools: Various in Hildenborough and Tonbridge. Grammar Schools: Tonbridge, Sevenoaks & Tunbridge Wells. Private Schools: Sackville school in Hildenborough. Sevenoaks, Tonbridge, and Walthamstow Hall Secondary Schools. Radnor House in Sundridge. Sevenoaks, Solefields, and New Beacon Preparatory Schools in Sevenoaks. Holmewood House preparatory school in Langton Green. The Somerhill Preparatory Schools, Hilden Oaks and Hilden Grange in Tonbridge. All distances are approximate.Square Footage: 2,898 sq ft Acreage: 0.4 AcresDirectionsFrom Sevenoaks proceed southwards on the A224 turning on to the B245 at the roundabout towards Hildenborough. Continue into Hildenborough, passing Woodfield Avenue on the left. Turn on to the second shared driveway on the left signposted 110, 110a and 110b Tonbridge Road and continue straight on, with Acer situated at the end of the long driveway. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i71020907
GUIDE PRICE £1,25,000 - £1,350,000 Offered for sale is this beautiful extended detached family home situated in a highly sought after central location. This particular property forms part of a a private enclave of four executive detached homes fronting private woodland. Internally the property has been modernised throughout and interior designed to a high specification and offers flexible and well-appointed accommodation throughout. Comprising large entrance hall, cloakroom WC, dual aspect sitting room, dining room, snug / study with bespoke fitted media unit, utility room, open plan bespoke Neptune kitchen / breakfast room / family room with bi folding doors leading to rear garden. To the first floor there is a modern family bathroom, five bedrooms with two en suites. To the second floor there is a large principal bedroom with dressing room and en suite bathroom with separate shower room. Externally to the front there is a block paved drive for two vehicles and a single garage with power & light. The rear garden has been professionally designed with fenced & walled boundaries, landscaping includes ornate shrubs, contemporary flower borders , natural stone patio seating areas. Viewing comes highly recommended. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i70141546
This lovely detached family home was built in 1900 and has been the much beloved home of the current owners for the past 15 years. The sympathetic and generous extension that they completed resulted in a fabulous open plan kitchen space, with clearly defined areas for dining, relaxing and eating, and with a lovely aspect and access to the rear garden and countryside beyond. The house is located just outside the popular villages of Leigh and Chiddingstone, with easy access to Hildenborough, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks with their fast and frequent trains to London. It therefore combines rural living with all the convenience of town living just a short drive away.The house starts with a useful internal porch, which leads to the entrance hall and the second reception room to the left, which the current owners are using as a home office. This room features an original fireplace, shelving and storage to the alcoves, and a oak floor, which is a feature of much of the downstairs accommodation. To the right is the lovely open plan kitchen, fitted with a range of cream shaker style wall and base units, topped with black granite, whilst a large island has an attractive oak block worktop. There is a large AGA included in the sale, along with a separate integrated oven. Adjacent is an inner coats cupboard with a WC beyond, and also a useful utility room with space and plumbing for a washing machine and dryer.The elegant separate sitting room, is a light and bright space thanks to its dual aspect and French doors to the rear garden. This again has an original fireplace and access to a useful understairs cupboard. Upstairs there are 4 double bedrooms, with the ones to the rear enjoying far reaching views over the open countryside and all rooms benefitting from dual aspect windows. The family bathroom is generous enough to feature a separate bath and shower cubicle and has attractive tongue and groove panelling. The master bedroom is also part of the new extension and is a spacious room, with separate dressing room and large ensuite shower room with underfloor heating, all again beautifully presented. One of the other bedrooms has an ensuite shower room. The loft is part-boarded and fitted with a loft ladder.Outside, the house is approached via a carriageway driveway, with space for off-roading parking, which in turn leads to the large newly constructed single garage. To the rear, the garden has a Indian sandstone terrace flanking the rear and side of the house, with the rest of the garden laid to lawn with mature shrubs. The rear garden is separated from the front garden with a 2m high wall with an arched wrought-iron gate for access. There is a pedestrian gate perfectly positioned at the foot of the garden to access the countryside that surrounds the house.This house will really appeal to families, who want to enjoy a slice of village life whilst being within easy distance of neighbouring towns for extensive amenities and mainline stations.Material Information Disclosure -National Trading Standards Material Information Part B Requirements (information that should be established for all properties)Property Construction - brick and blockProperty Roofing - clay tilesElectricity Supply - yes (Octopus)Water Supply - yes (South East Water)Sewerage - Pumping station in chamber at front of the house. (regulation compliant)Heating - electricBroadband -Mobile Signal / Coverage - intermittentParking garage (1 car), and off street National Trading Standards Material Information Part C Requirements (information that may or may not need to be established depending on whether the property is affected or impacted by the issue in question)Building Safety - no known concernsRestrictions - none knownRights and Easements - none knownFlood Risk - none knownCoastal Erosion Risk - nonePlanning Permission - none knownAccessibility / Adaptations - noneCoalfield / Mining Area - no EPC Rating: D Location The desirable, affluent village of Leigh, is located just outside the family friendly market town of Sevenoaks, which is just a 10 minute drive away and which offers comprehensive commercial facilities, well-regarded restaurants and doctor and dental surgeries. Neighbouring villages also include Chiddingston and Penshurst, all with their own village amenities and family-friendly pubs. There are many independent and state schooling options in the area, including those in the much sought-after Kent Grammar system. The property is within easy reach of four mainline stations, all offering fast, frequent services to Central London. The impressive, award-winning Bluewater Shopping Centre is only half an hour away and if you want to escape to the coast, then the lovely seaside towns can be reached in just over an hour. Parking - Garage Parking - Driveway For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i71418687
This period detached family home enjoys a desirable setting on the edge of the popular village of Hildenborough surrounded by beautiful countryside and within 0.7 miles of Hildenborough station serving London Charing Cross in 40 minutes, and ideally located for bus stops serving local schools and the commuter bus to Canary Wharf and the City. The property sits in an impressive plot 0f 0.23 acres, with a spacious driveway and attractive gardens. The accommodation offers flexible family accommodation, is well maintained and enjoys many character features, such as wooden floors, exposed wall and ceiling beams and fireplaces. A particular highlight is the 22ft sitting room, featuring a dual aspect and a stunning fireplace. Stretching to approx. 2480 sq. ft, the accommodation comprises an inviting dining hall with a large fireplace and wood burning stove leading to a dual aspect sitting room with a fireplace. The cosy sitting room opens into a study, snug and second study. There is stone tiled floor kitchen with cream country style units with a dining/ sitting area. This opens into a hallway, with access to the galley style utility room leading into the double garage. On the first floor, there is an impressive dual aspect principle bedroom with adjoining dressing room with storage as well as a well appointed ensuite shower room. There are a further three double bedrooms, one with fitted storage as well as a single bedroom. These bedrooms share an impressive family bathroom with a roll top bath and a separate shower.OutsideThe property is set within attractive grounds of 0.23 of an acre and is approached via a spacious driveway with parking for several vehicles and a double garage. The secluded rear garden is landscaped and well maintained with a large area of lawn, bordered by a variety of plants and trees. A pathway leads around the house to a spacious paved terrace at the rear with other areas of seating, perfect for al fresco dining.SituationHildenborough offers a good range of local amenities including a post office, local shop, village hall, cafe, doctor's surgery and nearby Nizels Golf / Health club. Sevenoaks and Tonbridge provide a greater selection of shops, cafes, restaurants and leisure facilities. The property is well placed for both state and private schools in Tonbridge, Sevenoaks and Tunbridge Wells including grammar options. Transport options include Hildenborough station (0.7 miles Google maps) or Sevenoaks station (5.2 miles Google maps) which both offers services to London Charing Cross and Canon Street. Access to the M25 (via the A21) can be found within 0.6 (Google maps) of a mile which gives links to Gatwick and Heathrow Airports, Ebbsfleet International, Channel Tunnel terminus and the south coast.Additional InformationFreehold Tonbridge and Malling Tax Band G All mains services connected. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i69083188
Charming character property, situated in a semi-rural position. DescriptionArtichoke is a charming attached character property believed to date from the 1480s and being The Artichoke Inn public house until it was converted to a residential home in the early 2000s. Situated in a semi-rural position, the property offers well-proportioned accommodation arranged over two floors, providing excellent space for versatile family living. Salient points include character fireplaces, a wealth of exposed beams, stone flooring to dining hall, established gardens, ample parking and garaging.The principal reception rooms comprise a well-proportioned sitting room and reception/dining hall, both with impressive fireplaces and character beams. There is also a family room with fireplace and a conservatory which enjoys an outlook over and access via French doors to the gardens.The charming kitchen is fitted with a range of wall and base cupboards and peninsula with open shelving, some integral appliances, a range cooker and space for a fridge/freezer. There is a larder cupboard and a door provides access to the rear gardens.A study, utility room with outside access and cloakroom completes the ground floor accommodation.Arranged over first floor are two double bedrooms, one with a feature fireplace and both enjoying en suite bathrooms.Two further bedrooms are situated on the second floor together with a family bathroom which completes the accommodation.A fifth bedroom and a further bathroom is accessed via a separate staircase from the family room.Artichoke is approached via a gated driveway to one side of the property, providing ample parking and leading to a timber framed double garage and a gravel pathway to the property. The garage has one open bay, with external stairs rising to a first floor storage room. An additional parking area is situated to the front of the property, on the other side of Park Road, with parking for several cars.The attractive and established rear gardens are mainly laid to lawn with a variety of flowering plants, shrubs and mature trees providing a delightful back drop to the property. Paved terraces to the rear of the property provide ideal areas for alfresco dining. In total the plot is approaching 0.25 of an acre.LocationArtichoke is located in a semi-rural position approximately 2.1 miles from Hadlow village which has a good range of local amenities.Comprehensive Shopping: Tonbridge (5.7 miles), Sevenoaks (8.7 miles), Tunbridge Wells (12 miles) and Bluewater (20.5 miles).Mainline Rail Services: Tonbridge mainline station (6 miles) to London Bridge/Waterloo East/Cannon Street/Charing Cross. Primary Schools: Hadlow, Plaxtol, Shipbourne and Tonbridge. Secondary Schools: Judd Boys Grammar, Tonbridge and Weald of Kent Girls Grammars in Tonbridge. Skinners and Tunbridge Wells Boys Grammars and Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar School in Tunbridge Wells. Several state secondary schools in Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells.Private Schools: The Preparatory Schools at Somerhill, Hilden Oaks, Hilden Grange and Tonbridge in Tonbridge; Sackville in Hildenborough; Sevenoaks Public School. Colleges: Hadlow Agricultural College, West Kent College.Leisure Facilities: Nizels Golf & Fitness centre, Hildenborough. Poult Wood Golf Club, Tonbridge. Also in Tonbridge are outdoor & indoor swimming pools, the Angel Leisure Centre and a range of sporting clubs to include football, baseball, swimming & sailing.Please note all distances are approximate.Square Footage: 3,172 sq ft Acreage: 0.25 AcresDirectionsOn leaving Sevenoaks, proceed southwards on the A225 towards Hildenborough. Continue onto the London Road/B245, and on passing Teal Cafe on your right, take the first left hand turn into Bank Lane. Continue forward for 0.9 of a mile and take the right fork signposted Hildenborough/Tonbridge, and then at the next junction take the left fork signposted Shipbourne. After about 0.4 miles, take the first right turn into Hildenborough Road and continue forward for about 1.7 miles, and at the crossroads go straight over onto Back Lane. At the T-junction, turn right onto Reeds Lane and after approximately 1.5 miles, turn left into Park Road and Artichoke can be found about 0.4 miles along on the right hand side. Additional InfoServices: Mains water and electricity connected. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage (sewage treatment plant shared with Artichoke Barn).Agents Note: A neighbouring property has access to their land over Artichoke's additional parking area.Artichoke and the adjoining property, Artichoke Barn, are also available as a whole lot. Please enquire with the office. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i71104928
Offered for sale is this character property which is beautifully and stylishly presented throughout to provide spacious family accommodation. The Stables once formed one of many properties belonging to the Castle Hill farm and the neighbouring properties, all former farm buildings, have also been converted beautifully, resulting a collection of very special properties with historical interest. The property itself is very unique offering; thoughtfully converted in 1989 with high vaulted ceilings with original oak exposed beams and large windows which enhance the natural light. The space is light, bright and airy with dual aspect windows in many of the rooms. Internally the property is immaculately presented throughout and comprises entrance hall, impressive modern open plan kitchen/breakfast room overlooks the garden and the interlinking sitting & dining rooms, with a wide brick feature fireplace. A separate study, four good-sized bedrooms, including a principal suite and a family bathroom. Externally there is a large rear garden, with a sheltered swimming pool, brick pool house and useful outbuildings. The property is set behind double gates with ample driveway parking to the front. Of particular note is the self-contained adjoining cottage / annex. This is fully equipped with sitting room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom. A very useful addition, perfect for ancillary accommodation or even providing extra income as a holiday. A further external room to the side is currently used as a gym. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i69852576
EPC band: CBranden Oast is a fabulous conversion of a twin roundel oast with versatile and very well-proportioned accommodation that could provide the opportunity for multi-generational living.Historically, Branden Oast was a working oast house used for drying hops and more latterly an office building, but now having been cleverly and sympathetically converted it provides a stylish and inviting home which blends the character of the original building with a chic modern twist. The property is flooded from all angles by natural light and the high circular ceilings in the oast bedrooms are simply stunning. The huge engineered traditional block paved driveway and beautiful landscaped exterior make it dream for large gatherings in the summer with the stunning kitchen being the hub of the house flowing seamlessly to the outside. The inside of this property simply has to be experienced to appreciate its many wow features. Room sizes and layout can be found on the floorplans and 360 tour. So why not immerse yourself in this fabulous house and then book your private onsite viewing. AccommodationGround FloorEntrance Hallway with built in wardrobes and pantry Formal lounge with log burnerLarge Dining room3rd ReceptionStudy/officeKitchen/Diner with vaulted ceilingShower room and WCBedroom 5 First FloorLanding4 Bedrooms ( 2 located in the oasts with high ceilings and multi aspect windows)Family bathroom2 Further en-suites ExteriorLandscaped low maintenance gardens with patio and large outside kitchen ideal for al-fresco dining. Lodge for storage or potential home office use.Block paved driveway for 10 cars We spoke to the vendors about their stunning home and they were kind enough to provide us with the following information which we feel gives a real insight to the property What attracted you to the property when you bought it?On the first look of the property we were really impressed with the mix of majestic tradition of a double roundel oast house and the modern openness and flow of the interior. This is a combination that we had never seen before but dreamed we could own. The added advantage of this not being a listed building meant that there was scope to build and enhance with limited barriers. Moreover, the superb flexible layout of the property allowed us to consider how we wanted to utilise the vast bedroom space - this made things like creating our own library and study possible. The fantastic location to a direct line into London Charing Cross in the local village of Marden meant that we could have the luxury of idyllic countryside and the ease of access to the capital! What improvements have you made to the house?Planning application has been granted for a triple garage oak framed building with office space above. (see images of the plans on file) Further planning application is also granted for a reconfiguration of the property to include a large granny annex. Full landscaping, reconfiguring and extension of front and back garden areas. Creation of large new bedding areas fully stocked with low maintenance evergreen shrubs and trees.Highest grade artificial lawn installed to front and back garden.Bespoke wood panelled fencing and trellis fencing fitted with locked gates added for improved security and additional access.Exterior lighting added to all areas of the property including feature back garden plinth lights for surround seating/entertaining area.Bespoke outdoor kitchen area 14ft x 12ft with block paving floor, stainless steel units and bar area.Bespoke designed 'Lodge' for storage. Built to the highest grade specification, fully insulated and fitted with interior downlights. Shelving installed, double glazed windows, 15ft x 12ft.Both cowls fully refurbished and serviced January 2024 and should not require further maintenance for 10 years. Fitted triple bi-fold door to kitchen added to create a fantastic indoor/outdoor flow for garden entertaining.Double french doors fitted to the roundel to allow access directly to the garden.All drainage system camera surveyed. Dirty water pump was replaced and a full lawn drainage system has been installed.Exterior electricity points installed. Bespoke designed 4 bin storage unit including electric power point installed with inkeeping design features.Roof and gutters have been maintenance checked with action as required being completed.'Starlink' high speed internet installed.Full Wi-fi camera alarm system fitted internally and externally.Additional kitchen units with integrated appliances added including, double wine chiller, fridge, freezer and waste drawer.New wood cladding installed across the single storey building.What have you enjoyed about living there?We have loved entertaining in this house, it has such character, charm and space that allows you to enjoy every aspect of the home. Both inside and outside merge seamlessly to enhance the living experience and bring the beauty of the Garden of England inside. There is something truly special about living in a property of history that has been enhanced with both love and modern efficiency yet dazzles with rare beauty. Each room holds a special magic that draws you in. LocationLocal and Comprehensive Shopping: Staplehurst, Marden and Goudhurst have shops catering for everyday needs including a bakers, chemist, & post office. Staplehurst itself has a great butcher, wine merchant, Spar mini supermarket, Sainsburys and very good rail link to London. More extensive shopping and leisure facilities can be found in Cranbrook, Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells. The property is also only 2miles from Balfour Vineyard.Mainline Rail Services: Staplehurst and Marden stations have fast and frequent services to London Bridge/Charing Cross. Eurostar trains are available from Ebbsfleet and Ashford International.Schools: The property falls within the Cranbrook School catchment area, and there is an excellent range of schools in the area in both the state and private sectors at primary and secondary levels.Motorway links: The M25 via the A21 can be accessed at J5 and the M20 via J8 both providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airport and other motorway networks.*All distance and travel times are approximate. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i68519490
An attractive family home with well-proportioned living space, located in this popular village. DescriptionSpring Hill is an attractive and spacious family home dating from the 1930s located in this popular village within the private Hadlow Park estate. The well-presented accommodation is arranged over two floors and provides excellent space for both family living and formal entertaining. Salient points include stylish kitchen and bathroom suites, tiled flooring to the kitchen/breakfast room, utility and boot rooms, contemporary wood panelled doors. Also of note are the attractive gardens and ample parking.The principal reception rooms comprise a double aspect drawing room with attractive fireplace inset with wood burner, and a sitting room. Both rooms enjoy views over and access to the rear gardens.The well-appointed kitchen/breakfast/family room is an excellent space for informal family living with two sets of double doors leading out to the terrace and an outlook to the front. The kitchen is fitted with a contemporary range of wall and base cupboards with integral appliances and complimented by a matching island providing a breakfast bar. There is space for a dining table and a wide opening to the adjoining family room.A utility room provides further storage and space for appliances and has access to the side of the property. Adjoining the utility room is a well-proportioned and versatile boot room / pantry, with access to a purpose built concrete spiral wine cellar.A study, downstairs cloakroom and two storage cupboards complete the ground floor.Stairs rise from the entrance hall to the first floor and the principal bedroom with built-in storage cupboards and a stylish en suite shower room.There are four further bedrooms, one with built-in storage cupboards and two served by modern en suite shower rooms. A well-appointed family bathroom completes the accommodation.Spring Hill is approached via the gated entrance to the private Hadlow Park estate. The road leads round to the private driveway for Spring Hill which leads to the front of the property and the detached open bay double garage, with ample space for parking to the drive. There is an area of lawn to the front and mature hedging to the sides providing screening to the rear garden.The rear gardens are mainly laid to lawn with a variety of established shrubs and trees providing a delightful back drop to the property, together with a paved terrace, ideal for al fresco entertaining.LocationSpring Hill is located approximately half a mile from Hadlow village which has a good range of local amenities.Comprehensive Shopping: Tonbridge (4 miles), Tunbridge Wells (10.3 miles), Sevenoaks (10.4 miles) and Bluewater (20 miles).Mainline Rail Services: Tonbridge mainline station (4.4 miles) to London Bridge/Cannon Street/Waterloo East/Charing Cross.Primary Schools: Hadlow, Tonbridge.Secondary Schools: Judd Boys Grammar, Tonbridge Girls Grammar, Weald of Kent Girls Grammar, Hillview School for Girls, Hugh Christie School and The Leigh Academy in Tonbridge. Tunbridge Wells Boys Grammar, The Skinners School Boys Grammar, Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar, Bennett Memorial Diocesan School and St. Gregory's RC School in Tunbridge Wells. Hadlow Rural Community School. Maidstone Boys, Maidstone Girls and Invicta Girls Grammar Schools in Maidstone.Private Schools: The Preparatory Schools at Somerhill, Hilden Oaks, Hilden Grange and Tonbridge in Tonbridge; Sackville School in Hildenborough. Sevenoaks and Walthamstow Hall Public Schools in Sevenoaks. Kent College, Pembury.Leisure Facilities: Nizels Golf & Fitness centre, Hildenborough. Poult Wood Golf Club, Tonbridge. Outdoor & indoor swimming pools, the Angel Leisure Centre and several sports clubs in Tonbridge.Please note all distances are approximate.Square Footage: 2,853 sq ft Acreage: 0.42 AcresDirectionsFrom Sevenoaks proceed towards Hildenborough (B245). Continue through Hildenborough and turn left into Dry Hill Park Road (signposted Maidstone). Proceed straight over the mini-roundabout and at the end turn left towards Hadlow (A26). Continue through the centre of Hadlow, passing The Two Brewers public house on the right. Passing James Close on the right, take the immediate left hand turning signposted Hadlow Park. Spring Hill is the third house on the left hand side. Additional InfoServices: All mains services connected.Service charges: Hadlow Park Residents Association - Approximately £250.00 per annum for road upkeep. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i69492004
Detached family home in a superb central village location. DescriptionBear Manor Oast is a substantial detached village house, situated in the heart of the sought after village of Shipbourne, with a delightful position adjoining The Green. This family home is believed to date from the mid-1960s, constructed by WH Colt in the iconic Colt timber frame style, and offers spacious and well-presented accommodation arranged over two floors, together with a detached single roundel oast providing ancillary accommodation and delightful southerly gardens with direct access to the Green, and is well located for local towns, road and rail links.Reception rooms comprise a dual aspect sitting room with an attractive fireplace and double doors leading to the light and bright garden room providing views over and access to the delightful gardens, a well-proportioned dining room which could be used for a variety of uses, and a study which has double doors to the sitting room. The dining room and study both enjoy garden views.The generous kitchen/breakfast/family room benefits from direct access to the garden. The kitchen is fitted with wall and base units and a peninsular island with breakfast bar, all in a modern farmhouse style with an integral single oven and a 2 oven LPG gas Aga. There is also space for a dishwasher and a door leads to a useful pantry cupboard.A utility room with outside access and a cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation.A turned staircase rises to the first floor and the principal bedroom suite comprising a walk through lobby/dressing area with fitted cupboards, a bedroom with an outlook to the garden and an en suite shower room.There are five further bedrooms, one with en suite facilities, four with fitted cupboards and two bedrooms which are adjoining but could be separated if needed. A family bathroom, separate W.C. , linen cupboard and luggage room complete the first floor. Bear Manor Oast is approached via a gated entrance over a generous driveway, providing parking for several cars and which leads to the detached double garage and in turn continues round to the front of the house. The driveway is flanked by areas of lawn and established shrub and flowering borders, together with a greenhouse.The charming, established gardens are a delightful feature, wrapping around the house and providing a lovely backdrop, carefully planted to provide year round interest. Expanses of lawn are complemented by an abundance of planting, colourful shrubs and herbaceous borders as well as some cob nut trees and a kitchen garden. A south facing terrace adjoins the house, ideal for al fresco entertaining and a gate leads directly on to the village green. A charming detached single roundel oast house provides ancillary accommodation and comprises an open plan living room with fitted base units with sink, a shower room and a spiral staircase leads to a first floor bedroom. This versatile space is ideal for multi-generational living/au pair annexe, and is currently available as a holiday let.There are two substantial workshops and a summer house. In total the plot amounts to approximately 0.42 of an acre.Agents Note: the photographs were taken in April 2023.LocationBear Manor Oast is superbly located on the common of the sought-after village of Shipbourne. The village includes the popular Chaser Inn (0.3 miles) and weekly award winning Farmers' Market as well as the church, primary school and common.Comprehensive Shopping: Sevenoaks (approx. 6.6 miles) and Tonbridge (approx. 4.1 miles) provide supermarkets and other high street retailers as well as a multitude of Pubs and Restaurants. Tunbridge Wells (approx. 9 miles) and Bluewater Shopping Centre (approx. 23.6).Mainline Rail Services: Tonbridge mainline station (approx. 4.6 miles) and Hildenborough station (approx. 4.3 miles) to London Bridge/Charing Cross/Cannon Street. Primary Schools: Shipbourne, Plaxtol, Kings Hill, Mereworth, Hadlow, Ightham and Borough Green. Secondary Schools: Judd Boys Grammar, Weald of Kent Girls Grammar and Tonbridge Grammar. Knole Academy, Trinity and Weald of Kent Grammar Schools in Sevenoaks. Private Schools: The Preparatory Schools at Somerhill. Hilden Grange and Hilden Oaks Preparatory Schools in Tonbridge. Tonbridge School. Sevenoaks and Walthamstow Hall Schools in Sevenoaks. The Granville, Walthamstow Hall, Solefields and New Beacon Preparatory Schools in Sevenoaks. St Michaels and Russell House Preparatory Schools in Otford. Radnor House in Sundridge. Sackville School in Hildenborough.Leisure Facilities: Nizels Golf and Fitness centre in Hildenborough. Poult Wood Golf Club, Tonbridge. Also in Tonbridge are outdoor and indoor pools, the Angel Leisure Centre and a range of sporting clubs to include football, baseball, swimming and sailing.All distances are approximate.Square Footage: 2,831 sq ft Acreage: 0.42 AcresDirectionsFrom junction 5 of the M25 with the A21, turn off onto the A25 heading east through Sevenoaks and Seal. After passing the Amherst Inn, turn right signposted Ivy Hatch and continue through the village turning right at the 'T' junction onto the A227/Stumble Hill. Continue along the A227 and turn left into Upper Green Road opposite The Chaser public house. After the tennis courts, take the next left turn and at the fork continue left, and Bear Manor Oast can be found on the left hand side. Additional InfoServices: LPG Gas fired central heating. All other services are mains connected. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i70730287
Versatile family home in a secluded position, located in the centre of town DescriptionFairways is an attractive, part tile hung family home built in 1937 and extended since by the current owners, set back in a secluded spot, within wonderful established gardens of about 0.5 acres, providing a high degree of privacy and year round interest. The bright, versatile and well-proportioned accommodation is ideal for entertaining and family living, with salient points including a stylish kitchen, four generous bedrooms, wood flooring, an open fireplace to a reception room, a garden home office with power and water connected, garaging and ample driveway parking. Also of note is the excellent location in the heart of Tonbridge, and only 0.7 miles from the station.A porched entrance leads to a reception hall with stairs ascending to the first floor and a cloakroom. Reception rooms comprise a double aspect sitting room with a square bay window, an attractive open fireplace and a large picture window, an adjoining family room offering a multitude of uses, benefits from underfloor heating and French doors to the terrace, a dining room also with a square bay window and a double aspect study with a fireplace.The bright kitchen/breakfast room with its vaulted ceiling and multiple roof lights, is a superb space and ideal for family living. The kitchen is well-equipped with a range of stylish wall and base units, matching island inset with a sink, integral appliances and a useful walk-in larder,with an original slate meat shelf. A set of doors to the rear terrace and a large picture window provide views and access to the garden, with an adjoining utility room providing further storage, space for appliances and access to outside. Arranged over the first floor are four bedrooms, one with a bank of wardrobes and a balcony and another served by a large dressing room.A shower room and a family bathroom with additional storage complete the accommodation.Fairways is approached via a driveway, with garaging and parking for several vehicles. Gated pedestrian access to the rear.The gardens wrap around the property, creating a lovely backdrop and a high degree of privacy. To the front, swathes of lawn are interspersed with specimen trees including a Mulberry tree, underplanted with spring bulbs and established evergreen hedging to the boundaries.A rear paved terrace spans the width of the property, providing an ideal area for al fresco entertaining. The garden is laid to a level area of lawn, flanked by well-stocked borders planted with a wide variety of herbaceous shrubs, roses, deciduous and evergreen trees, with a further paved area towards the rear of the plot.A timber cabin is currently used as an office/games room, and has WiFi, mains power and water connected. Also within the garden is a greenhouse and two garden stores. In total, the plot amounts to about 0.5 of an acre.LocationShopping: High Street (0.3 miles) offers popular shops, restaurants, public houses and supermarkets. Sevenoaks, Tunbridge Wells and Bluewater.Rail Services: Tonbridge (0.7 miles) to London Bridge/Charring Cross/Cannon Street,with connections to Gatwick. Primary Schools: Several in Tonbridge.Grammar/State Schools: Judd Boys, Weald of Kent Girls and Tonbridge Girls Grammars, Hillview for Girls. Leigh Academy and Hugh Christie Schools in Tonbridge. Several state/grammar schools in Sevenoaks and Tunbridge Wells.Private Schools: Hilden Oaks and Hilden Grange Preparatory Schools (both 0.6 miles) and The Schools at Somerhill in Tonbridge. Sevenoaks, The Granville, Solefields, New Beacon and Walthamstow Hall Preparatory Schools in Sevenoaks. Tonbridge School (0.2 miles), Sackville in Hildenborough, Sevenoaks and Walthamstow Hall in Sevenoaks.Sporting & Leisure Facilities: Poult Wood Golf Club, Tonbridge. Tonbridge swimming pools, the Angel Leisure Centre and a wide range of sporting clubs. Nizels Golf and Fitness centre in Hildenborough. All distances are approximate.Square Footage: 2,871 sq ft Acreage: 0.56 AcresDirectionsFrom our Sevenoaks office, head south on the High Street, and continue straight on, proceeding down Riverhill. On reaching Morleys roundabout, keep left onto B245, London Road. Proceed through Hildenborough, and on reaching the traffic lights at the top of Tonbridge High Street and with Tonbridge School on the right, continue straight over. At the second set of traffic lights, turn left onto Bordyke. Opposite East Street, turn left onto an unmarked driveway, adjacent to Elmfield House and bear left, with the private driveway entrance for Fairways on the left. Additional InfoAll mains services connected. Oil fired central heating. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i71301887
Guide price £1,400,000 - £1,500,000. Freeman Forman are delighted to present this beautiful five bedroom detached equestrian property, located on the outskirts of Horsmonden, offering 8 acres (tbv) of Land, Stables and a Riding Arena. The property also benefits from glorious countryside views and a detached double garage with large driveway. Accommodation: The main house offers immaculately presented accommodation which includes an entrance hall, cloakroom with WC, stunning open plan kitchen/diner, utility room, family room/study and a sitting room with wood burner. An elegant staircase leads up to the galleried first floor landing which gives access to the impressive master bedroom with en-suite shower room. There are four further bedrooms on the first floor, along with a main family bathroom. The property enjoys glorious views from all angles of the property across its own surrounding land. There is LPG central heating and double glazing. Outside: The property is approached from the road over double opening electronic gates giving access to the gravelled driveway which to the left leads to the detached double garage with remote controlled door to the front and parking area. The front garden is of excellent size with tree-lined post and rail fence boundary to the paddocks. The land is divided into three main areas, all post and rail fenced. To the side of the property is a paved terrace for alfresco eating with planted beds and borders. The driveway splits to the right, leading to a further large area of gravelled parking and concrete hard standing with garden store. A conifer hedge divide gives access to the enclosed stable yard, with 2 foaling boxes and 4 stables along with an alarmed tack room. To the side of the yard is the manege.Agents Note; there is a public footpath through the adjoining yard which follows the line of the hedge into the woodland beyond. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i70632183
In a tucked away position in the charming village of Collier Street and surrounded by historic Kentish farmland in the Garden of England, a most handsome, detached former farmhouse of quality. Listed Grade II and with origins dating back over five hundred years, over the centuries the house has been extended and rearranged, gradually evolving into a beautiful country house. During their period of ownership, the owners have set about restoring and refurbishing the space, whilst at the same time reimagining the interiors to form a twenty-first century family home, which cleverly combines contemporary styling with marvellous period features capturing the warm and welcoming atmosphere. Room sizes are generous with those on the ground floor allowing for a perfect flow. The 28ft kitchen/breakfast room has wooden cabinetry by Rencraft, and the charming sitting room opens onto the garden through a set of French doors. There are two further reception rooms on the ground floor, offering flexible family accommodation. On the first floor, there are four double bedrooms, some with fitted storage leading off from the elegant first floor landing. The family bathroom is extremely well appointed with a bath and separate shower. A further staircase leads to a large room that can be used as a fifth bedroom or study/ snug as well as a contemporary bathroom with a free standing bath.OutsideThe property is set off back from the road behind timber gates which open onto a gravel driveway with ample parking and a detached double garage. The gardens surround the house measuring approximately 0.7 of an acre, with large areas of lawn bordered by fruit trees and planting. The gardens are surrounded by beautiful Kentish countryside offering far reaching views.SituationChequer Tree Farmhouse is situated in a charming village populated with many period homes and barn/oast conversions. The centre of Paddock Wood is about 5.3 miles with its main line station servicing fast trains to London (from 41 minutes to London Bridge) and the Kent ports, as well as a large Waitrose supermarket and local stores. The larger towns of Tonbridge and Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 and 11.3 miles respectively) have a full complement of nationally known stores, eclectic boutiques and antique shops as well as a large variety of cafes, bars and restaurants. Schooling in the area is exceptional at both primary and secondary levels in the state and private sectors and includes public schools in Sevenoaks and Tonbridge; boys and girls grammar schools in Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone; local primary schools; preparatory schools such as the Schools at Somerhill, Hilden Grange, Holmewood House and Sevenoaks Prep, New Beacon and Solefields in Sevenoaks.Additional InformationFreehold Services: Oil fired central heating, Mains electricity and water, Private drainage via maintair system, Electric car charging point, external lighting and water points. Maidstone District Council. Council Tax Band G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i71402341
A handsome and substantial period farmhouse within 5 miles of Tunbridge Wells with flexible accommodation, sympathetically updated and beautifully presented throughout, with wonderful views DescriptionFound in this semi-rural, yet highly convenient location, within approximately 5 miles of Tunbridge Wells, and forming one of a small collection of attractive period properties, Elmhurst is an impressive and sizeable, five bedroom Grade II listed period farmhouse enjoying a wonderful outlook over the neighbouring countryside.The house dates back to the 17th century and boasts an abundance of charming features throughout, including exposed wooden beams, high ceilings, and two impressive inglenook fireplaces. The property has been improved and updated over the years to cater to the needs of modern family living.The delightful country-style kitchen benefits from underfloor heating and is fitted with Rencraft shaker-style cabinetry topped with granite worktops, offering an abundance of storage and preparation space. There is a two-oven AGA, a twin Belfast sink, an integrated dishwasher, and space for a fridge freezer. French doors open to the brick-paved terrace and garden beyond. The sizeable dining room enjoys an outlook to the formal front garden, together with solid wooden flooring and a characterful inglenook fireplace. The triple-aspect sitting room is fitted with a decorative wood burner with double doors opening to the terrace, offering a wonderful space for friends and family in the summer months. There is a useful utility space arranged in the cellar, with fitted cabinetry for further storage. The bedrooms are arranged across two floors and can be used flexibly, either making use of all seven rooms as bedrooms or adapting the spaces to suit, perhaps as a home office or hobby room. The principal bedroom is of particular note, enjoying a decorative feature fireplace and fitted wardrobes providing a good level of storage space. There are four further bedrooms on this floor, served by two well-appointed family bathrooms. The second floor provides a generous space that is ideal for older children or perhaps a principal suite, enjoying two bedrooms, two reception rooms, and a well-appointed bathroom. Outside - The large brick-paved terrace provides a delightful area to entertain and enjoy the views. The garden is mainly laid to lawn, with mature trees, and herbaceous borders that add a burst of colour throughout the seasons, enjoying a variety of flora including rhododendron, silver birch, apple tree, acer, magnolia, and wisteria. Accessible from both the driveway and rear garden, the double garage serves as parking or a convenient storage area, while the driveway provides parking for multiple vehicles. There is a charming, formal garden to the front of the property, together with an additional lawned garden fitted with a geocell membrane with access via a five-bar gate, providing further parking if desired.LocationElmhurst is found in this semi-rural position within the High Weald National Landscape, approximately 1.9 miles from the popular and pretty village of Matfield, with its traditional village green, butcher, and public houses. Brenchley is reached within approximately 3.6 miles, with a butcher, post office, doctors' surgery and dispensary, along with a fine church, primary school, The Little Bull Cafe & Bar and a village club.Being the only spa town in the Southeast of England, Tunbridge Wells (4.6 miles) offers elegant architecture and extensive cultural, entertainment and shopping attractions, including theatres, cafes, restaurants, national retailers and characterful independent shops on the High Street and historic Pantiles, known for its charming Georgian colonnade and summer Jazz festivals, and regular craft and food markets. Paddock Wood (approx. 5.9 miles) and Tonbridge (approx. 7.2 miles) provide a further range of shopping and leisure facilities.State and private schools: Primary schools in Five Oak Green, Brenchley and Horsmonden, grammar schools in Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and Cranbrook, Mascalls Academy in Paddock Wood, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks public schools, Kent College, Pembury, Bethany School, Goudhurst. Preparatory and schools at Somerhill and Hilden Grange (Tonbridge), Marlborough House and St Ronan's (Hawkhurst) and Dulwich Prep (Cranbrook).Mainline rail: High Brooms (approx. 4.4 miles), Tunbridge Wells (approx. 4.6 miles), and Paddock Wood (approx. 5.9 miles) with fast and frequent commuter services to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) and Cannon Street.Communications: The M25 can be accessed via the A21, linking to other motorway networks, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and the Channel Tunnel/ports.Square Footage: 4,106 sq ft Acreage: 0.77 AcresDirectionsPostcode: TN12 7HD. Additional InfoOutgoings: Tunbridge Wells Borough CouncilServices: Mains Water, Electricity and Private Drainage. Oil central heating. Elmhurst enjoys a right of way across the shared entrance leading to the private driveway. Elmhurst contributes towards a shared water pipe on Dundle Road as and when maintenance is required. (This has totalled to approximately £100.00 in the last 11 years). For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i71079552
Set in the Kent countryside this excellent family home was originally built in around 1840 and converted into residential use in 1975 in a brick/weatherboard design. Starting life as a barn as part of an Oast complex the property has retained its original features, ambience and excellent volumes and ceiling heights.The house is one of six in the immediate surrounds and enjoys countryside views on its northern and southerly borders. A large parking area and turning circle sit at the front of the house whilst a side access leads through to additional parking and a double garage.Entering into the house a long wooden floored corridor links the living space evoking much of the atmosphere and style of the original building. At the easterly end of the house sit two roundels with french doors out onto the south facing gardens and one with views over the neighbouring fields. These are currently in use as a pair of offices but one has previously seen use as a nursery, playroom, snugs and television room. Next to these are a large family living room with centrepiece stone surround inglenook fireplace. French doors also lead out onto the south facing garden and patio.Between the living room and the kitchen sits the dining room whilst at the westerly end of the house we find a well-designed kitchen larder and guest WC with coat storage. The kitchen has been extended; first to include a dining space and more recently (2013) a south facing David Salisbury garden room/Orangery (with under floor heating for the winter and UV glazing for the summer) which gives a large open plan kitchen/dining/living space with tiled flooring which merges easily with the south facing outside space. Completing the ensemble on the ground floor is a large utility room with side access, internal window through to the garden room and additional storage. The house also benefits from double glazing throughout and a new roof in 2014.The staircase leads up to a light and bright first floor landing emphasising the excellent volumes the property provides. At the westerly end of the house sits the principal suite consisting of a large dual aspect (south and west facing) bedroom with views over the garden together with an en suite bathroom (with separate shower) and additional storage space. Alongside the principal suite sits a large second bedroom (currently in use as a family room), also with south facing garden/countryside views. A family bathroom sits alongside a further bedroom and dressing room (which could also be a smaller bedroom/nursery) with access to large loft whilst the two roundels provide a further pair of excellent bedrooms (one with south facing garden views and the other with northerly countryside views) which share a final shower room with privacy glass.Outside the property is focused on its south facing aspect, perfect for light and outside entertaining. a smooth transition from the kitchen/dining area to outside (with architect designed pergola/side wall and BBQ area) provides a perfect space for al fresco dining alongside a garden set mostly to lawn. At the southerly end of the garden sits a heated swimming pool with pool house (with shower) and a small orchard. On the westerly side a double garage sits together with a garden management area, a set of raised beds and a small lawned area with morning coffee spot. A set of wooden gates open up from the side access into additional parking space alongside the garage.The property is ideally located in the Kent Countryside and sits in local proximity to both Hadlow and East Peckham, approximately 1.5 miles away. Both offer local shopping facilities including bakers, pharmacists, pubs, restaurants and general stores. A small step further away is the bustling town of Tonbridge (4.5 miles) with its mainline station (running into London Bridge, Charing Cross and Canon Street), excellent schools and a wide range of amenities and shops. Sevenoaks sits just to the north-west whilst Tunbridge Wells is an easy drive to the west. The area has a wealth of good local schools, both Primary and Secondary, including Grammar Schools at Tonbridge, Tunbridge Wells and Maidstone as well as plentiful sporting opportunities and local amenities. The A21 links quickly to the M25 and through it to London and the rest of the UK. Gatwick and Heathrow are easily reached whilst the M20 provides a fast link to the Channel ports. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i71122534
A striking unlisted Victorian five bedroom property set in attractive gardens on a country lane in Staplehurst. DescriptionThe Old Vicarage is a stunning Victorian family home of generous proportions, understood to date from circa 1880 with later additions and occupying a country lane position amidst attractive gardens, whilst being less than 0.5 of a mile to local amenities and, within Cranbook School catchment area. The property retains features typical of the period with high ceilings, sash windows and picture rails to period-style fireplaces and enjoys extensive family accommodation arranged over three floors.Principal reception rooms comprise drawing and dining rooms with open fireplaces and glorious double aspects to enjoy the gardens surrounding the property. A well-proportioned sitting room with a door leading to the side of the property, a family room with wood burner and a dining room with a useful butler's pantry. There is an excellent kitchen/breakfast room with bi-fold doors leading out to the attractive paved entertaining area with outdoor speakers, which acts as a convivial area between the main house and the outbuilding. The kitchen is equipped with a range of fitted cupboards and various integral appliances. A door leads through to the utility room where there is further cupboard space and space for various white goods.Located on the first floor is the main bedroom suite which enjoys a generously proportioned en suite shower room. Also on this floor is the second bedroom which is served by a family bathroom and separate dressing/storage room with ample fitted cupboard and wardrobe units. A further staircase leads up to the second floor where there are three further bedrooms which are served by a shower room. Electrically operated gates provide access to a gravel driveway with parking for several cars. The manicured gardens wrap around the property and extended mainly to the rear with decorative box hedging, attractive flower beds and a range of mature trees. Situated to the east of the main house and boasting an excellent socialising space is a flexible outbuilding which could be used as ancillary accommodation, subject to the necessary planning and building control requirements.LocationThe Old Vicarage is located in a rural yet convenient location in the village of Staplehurst with shops catering for everyday needs including Sainsburys supermarket, post office, chemist and public house. Marden village (4 miles) also has a variety of shops catering for everyday needs. More comprehensive shopping can be found in Maidstone (9.4 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (16.4 miles). Bluewater shopping centre is located off the M25 junction 2 (A2/M2). Mainline rail services to London Charing Cross and London bridge can be found at Staplehurst (1.3 miles) and Marden (3.9 miles) stations. A high speed train service runs from Ashford to London St Pancras in about 37 minutes. There are excellent schools in the area in both the state and private sectors at primary and secondary levels. The M25 via the A21 can be accessed at J5 and the M20 via J8 both providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airport and other motorway networks and channel tunnel terminus. *All distance and travel times are approximate.Square Footage: 3,526 sq ft Acreage: 0.62 AcresDirectionsFront the central traffic lights in Staplehurst, proceed in a southerly direction towards Cranbrook, passing The Kings Head pub on your right hand side. Take the next left onto Frittenden Road and the property will be found on your left hand side opposite the cricket field. Additional InfoServices: All mains services connected. Gas fired central heating. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i68018677
An impressive Regency Vicarage house with Victorian additions and a separate adjoining cottage (being sold Chain Free) , set within private gardens and grounds, together with an unconverted coach house, a studio/office/garage complex, further outbuildings, and well placed for schools and commuting. Ground floorThe noticeable front door opens into a grand yet welcoming central hall with an impressive staircase and historic working fireplace. The main reception rooms and the cloakroom run off the hallway together with access through the house to the kitchen. The elegant drawing room benefits from windows on both the north and south sides, whilst a side door to the vestry acts in supplication to the drawing room and provides further access outside. The reception room on the immediate left of the entrance hallway, with the large facing bay window, is now being used as a working office but has had historical use as a morning room and reception room for the clergy. A delightful flow through this room leads into a grand and beautifully appointed formal dining room which then sits alongside the kitchen, breakfast room and utility room (together with a large and cool original larder with marble shelving). A staircase leads down to a well-sized cellar.First floorThe central staircase leads up to the first-floor landing, which provides ideal access to the vicarage's four main bedrooms; the dual-aspect master bedroom enjoys views over the manicured garden and offers an en suite bathroom and dressing room and sits alongside three additional double bedrooms together with a family bathroom. On the second floor, a fifth bedroom, bathroom and additional relaxation area provides excellent views of the North Downs, together with access to ample storage space in the attic. The CottageAccessed through its own separate entrance (but also benefiting from access through the main house), the cottage provides either a separate independent domicile alongside the main vicarage or an easily-encompassed living space to become part of the house itself. A separate kitchen (also with a sizeable larder) and a newly refurbished bathroom sit on the ground floor alongside a sitting room full of character. Stairs lead up to a pair of bedrooms on the first floor, which sit alongside an additional study/storage space. The property is approached via timber gates which lead to a large shingle parking area to the front of the house. There is a double garage with an integrated studio/home office complex with a shower room. The gardens wrap around the house and are mostly laid to lawn with manicured borders around the property which are well stocked with mature shrubs and plants. There is a separate coach house and stables, a tree house, a tractor store and a tennis court.Tonbridge Station 2.6 miles, Tunbridge Wells 7.6 miles,Sevenoaks town 10.4 miles, Junction of A21 1.7 miles,(All distances are approximate) The Old Vicarage is situated in the hamlet of Tudeley, within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Tudeley has a famous church with its unique windows designed by Marc Chagall, a popular Indian restaurant and an excellent gastropub. Tonbridge Station is 2.6 miles away with links to London Bridge, Waterloo East and Charing Cross from 33 minutes ( are many good private and state schools close by including Tonbridge School, Kent College, The Judd School, Weald of Kent Grammar School, The Skinners' School and Tonbridge Grammar School for Girls. Local prep schools include The Schools at Somerhill, Hilden Grange and Holmewood House. The town of Sevenoaks is 10.4 miles away. The property is conveniently positioned for the A21, providing links to Tunbridge Wells, 7.6 miles distant and the national motorway network. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i70273570
The property is an attractive Grade II listed barn which has been sympathetically converted to provide extensive and flexible accommodation arranged over three floors, whilst retaining a wealth of period features including many exposed timbers to walls and ceilings, exposed brick fireplaces with wood burning stoves and a wonderful galleried reception room. Externally the barn has an imposing clay tiled hipped roof, sandstone plinth and weather boarding. Internally the principal rooms are light and airy with vaulted ceilings and enjoy delightful aspects across the property's grounds and countryside beyond. The impressive kitchen/breakfast room forms the heart of the home and includes an extensive range of fitted wall and base units, central island with breakfast bar and integrated hob, tiled floor, sitting area with a characterful fireplace and wood burner, and a further sitting area with a fantastic vaulted ceiling and double doors leading out to the rear. There is also a family room, double aspect dining/sitting room and a store room. From the kitchen a door leads to a rear hall providing access to a cloakroom, utility room and a ground floor bedroom with en suite shower room and door to the side.The fabulous drawing room is on the first floor and has a wealth of exposed timbers, an attractive brick fireplace with wood burner, and a galleried area overlooking the vaulted ceiling of the room below. There are three bedrooms on this level as well as a family shower room. The principal bedroom has the benefit of an en suite bathroom and a dressing room. From the drawing room, stairs lead up to bedroom 5 on the second floor.Outside, the property is approached off a private road via a five bar gate opening onto the driveway leading to a parking and turning area and three bay open garage, one of which incorporates a store and outside w.c. There is also a stable yard providing three stables, two store rooms and a 40m x 20m sand school.The delightful gardens and grounds are a real feature of the property and enjoy an abundance of wildlife with various elevated seating areas including a decked terrace with a sunken pool and an extensive brick terrace with far reaching views over the gardens and countryside beyond. There are lawned areas, lavender borders, hebes, a kitchen garden enclosed by beech hedging, climbing wisteria, former stable store, azaleas, a sunken garden with hellebores, irises, sedums, an array of herbaceous beds with rhododendrons, rose beds and topiary. There is also a delightful sheltered area, which is a former quarry, with an abundance of hydrangeas and other mature plants. In all about 6.5 acres (tbv).Penshurst 1.3 miles, Hildenborough station 5.3 miles (London Bridge from 33 minutes),Tonbridge station 6.2 miles (London Bridge from 32 minutes), Tunbridge Wells station 7.4 miles (London Bridge from 47 minutes), Sevenoaks station 10 miles (London Bridge from 24 minutes), Gatwick airport 19.5 miles, London 43 miles, Heathrow airport 48 miles. (All times and distances approximate)The property is located in a wonderful rural position on the edge of the delightful and extremely popular village of Penshurst, widely known for its medieval history connected to Penshurst Place and within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Penshurst offers a good range of local amenities with a village shop, pub, tea room, doctors' surgery and monthly Farmers market. The village is also home to one of England's oldest cricket pitches. More extensive shopping facilities and amenities can be found in the nearby towns of Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks. There are excellent road and rail links from the M25, A21 and A26 which provide easy access to London, the south coast, Heathrow and Gatwick airports. Mainline rail services operate from Ashurst, Hildenborough, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks with a regular service to London.There is an excellent choice of schools in the area including Penshurst, Fordcombe and Chiddingstone primary schools; grammar schools in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells; Holmewood House Preparatory in Langton Green, Tonbridge School and The Schools at Somerhill in Tonbridge, Sevenoaks Preparatory, Sevenoaks School and New Beacon Preparatory in Sevenoaks.Leisure interests in the area are well served with horse racing at Lingfield Park, golf at Hever Castle, Nizels and Tunbridge Wells, sailing and water sports at Bough Beech Reservoir, Haysden Lakes, Bewl Water, Chipstead Lakes and on the south coast. There is an abundance of country walks, cycling and riding in the surrounding area including within Penshurst Place, Hever Castle, Titsey Estate and Winston Churchill's former home Chartwell, all of which are a short drive away. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i68284702
An attractive six bedroom family home together with separate cottage, gardens and fields, in all amounting to 6.4 acres. DescriptionComing to the market for the first time in over 28 years, Orchard House is an attractive unlisted family home, which has been extended over the years and together with a separate single storey one bedroom cottage they occupy a lovely setting with attractive gardens and grounds of about 6.4 acres. The property lies off a country lane, about a mile away from the popular village of Horsmonden and 4.6 miles to the south east of Paddock Wood station with frequent services to London and Ashford. The main house benefits from three very well proportioned reception rooms, two of which feature open fireplaces. They include an attractive dual aspect sitting room with sun room off, an interconnecting, beamed dining room which is situated in the oldest part of the house and an excellent family/breakfast room, which is open to the kitchen and has sliding doors that lead to the gardens. The kitchen is equipped with a good range of cupboards, with corian worksurfaces. Miele appliances include a wall mounted oven, warming drawer and a semi integrated dishwasher with space for further appliances. A utility room, with quarry tiled flooring, houses a water softener and has space for a washing machine and tumble dryer and there is also a wet room/WC and a second WC.Over the first floor are six bedrooms, all of which have fitted cupboards, together with two bath/shower rooms, one being en suite to the principal bedroom, which features attractive reclaimed beams. Access to the boarded loft can be gained via a retractable ladder from the landing.Orchard House is approached via an electric gate and sloping drive, flanked by lovely gardens and leading to a generous parking area and the detached garaging for two cars with electric up and over door. Further outbuildings include a row of pretty rose and clematis clad store rooms/workshops and a substantial oak framed, open bay barn with cedar shingle roof, perfect for livestock or machinery storage.The gardens and grounds surround the house and are a delightful feature with expanses of lawn, well established borders, varieties of seasonal shrubs, bulbs, roses, mature trees and a pretty stream. To the north of the gardens there are three enclosed fields, two with field shelters and all having water connected. To the south, a well established evergreen hedge screens the house and garden from two further enclosed fields. At the top of the drive sits the versatile detached cottage, with its own private terrace and garden. Internally, it features a lovely vaulted sitting/dining room with glazed doors, a fitted kitchen, a bedroom and bathroom with under floor heating.LocationOrchard House lies about one mile away from Horsmonden village where there is a good range of local amenities including a village shop, pharmacy, primary academy and kindergarten, sports field, tennis and cricket clubs. Comprehensive shopping can be found in Paddock Wood (4 miles), Tunbridge Wells (9.2 miles) and Maidstone (11.2 miles). Excellent education opportunities can be found locally at both primary and secondary levels, in the private and state sectors. These include Saint Ronans, Marlborough House and Dulwich preparatory schools, Goudhurst and Horsmonden primary schools, Mascalls Academy, Bethany and Benenden School for Girls School. Further afield there are schools in Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, Sevenoaks and Eastbourne. Paddock Wood and Tonbridge stations have direct services to London Bridge, Charing Cross and Cannon Street in around 45 minutes. A high-speed train service runs from Ashford to London St Pancras in about 37 minutes. The A21 provides access to the M25 orbital motorway and other motorway networks, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports, the Channel Tunnel and ferry ports at Dover.*All mileages and journey times are approximate.Square Footage: 3,779 sq ft Acreage: 6.4 AcresDirectionsFrom Savills office in Cranbrook proceed to Wilsley Pound roundabout and turn left onto the A262. After approximately 4 miles turn right by the Goudhurst Inn into Chequers Road and at the end turn right onto North Road. Proceed for 0.8 of a mile turn left signposted to Horsmonden, Brenchley and Paddock Wood, continue for 0.9 of a mile and turn right into Grovehurst Lane and after 0.7 of a mile turn left into Haymans Hill. After 0.6 of a mile the entrance to Orchard House will be found on the left hand side. Additional InfoServices: Oil fired central heating, mains electricity and water. Private drainage. The Cottage - Tax band CAgent's Note - To the south, a footpath runs between the fields and the hedgerow. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i70790708
Tucked away, and surrounded by its own gardens and grounds, a beautiful, Grade II listed, family home, benefiting from ancillary accommodation. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i71263795
Impressive, detached family home of excellent proportions, situated in extensive gardens & grounds with garaging & stabling, approaching 2 acres in total. DescriptionBluebell House is an immaculately presented detached family home completed in 2019 to a high standard throughout, providing stylish accommodation arranged over two floors, ideal for both family living and formal entertaining. Salient features include a contemporary kitchen, stylish bathroom suites, remainder of a Build Zone guaranty, feature fireplaces, decorative coving and cornicing, bay windows and recessed lighting. Also of note are the attractive gardens, stabling and paddocks, together with the excellent proximity for communication links, local schools and towns. The plot amounts to about 1.94 acres in total.Two superb sitting rooms provide excellent reception areas, both benefitting a double aspect, bay windows and a feature fireplace.The impressive kitchen/dining area is well-equipped with a comprehensive range of bespoke wall and base units, integral appliances and a matching island incorporating a breakfast bar, with French doors opening to the rear terrace.A double aspect snug adjoins the kitchen, providing a further reception area.A utility room provides further storage and space for appliances, and a door to outside.There is a well-appointed study with built-in storage space and a door opening to the terrace.A cloakroom completes the ground floor.From the entrance hall stairs rise to a light and spacious landing with a glass balustrade and a large window with a view to outside.The impressive double aspect principal bedroom suite is served by a stylish en suite bathroom with twin sinks and a double shower, and a walk-in wardrobe with fitted storage furnishings.The second bedroom also benefits from a contemporary en suite shower room, together with built-in storage cupboards and a Juliet balcony providing a view to outside.There are three further bedrooms, all served by a well-appointed family bathroom which completes the accommodation.Bluebell House is approached over a block paved driveway leading through wrought iron gates to a substantial area of gravelled driveway providing ample off road parking culminating at the house and detached double garage.The established landscaped gardens wrap around the side of the property and flanked with established beds stocked with a variety of shrubs, perennials and deciduous and evergreen bushes and trees, providing year round colour and interest. A paved terrace spans the side and rear of the property with two pergolas adorned in wisteria, providing a superb space for al fresco entertaining.To the north east of the property is a delightful paddock with a stable block providing loose boxes for three horses, with post and rail fencing to the perimeter.LocationBluebell House is situated in a semi-rural position approximately 1.8 miles from the popular village of Hildenborough with its mainline station, schools, churches and local amenities.Comprehensive Shopping: Tonbridge (3.8 miles), Sevenoaks (3 miles) and Bluewater (20.1 miles).Mainline Rail Services: Hildenborough (1.9 miles) and Sevenoaks (3.7 miles) to Cannon Street/Charing Cross/London Bridge. In addition, Leigh village station (3.5 miles) to Tonbridge/ Redhill.Primary Schools: Hildenborough C of E, Stocks Green, St Margaret Clitherow Catholic, Weald, Long Mead and Leigh.Secondary Schools: Judd Boys Grammar, Tonbridge Girls Grammar, Weald of Kent Girls Grammar, Hillview School for Girls, Hugh Christie Technology College and Hayesbrook School for Boys in Tonbridge. Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar, Tunbridge Wells Grammar for Boys, Skinners Grammar School for Boys, Bennett Memorial and St Gregory's Secondary Schools in Tunbridge Wells. Trinity School, Knole Academy, Weald of Kent Girls Grammar and Tunbridge Wells Grammar for Boys in Sevenoaks.Private Schools: Sackville School in Hildenborough. The Preparatory Schools at Somerhill. Hilden Oaks and Hilden Grange in Tonbridge. Tonbridge and Sevenoaks Schools.Sporting Facilities: Leigh village provides cricket and tennis clubs. Nizels Golf Club in Hildenborough also has a private health/fitness centre. Golf clubs in Sevenoaks include Wildernesse and Knole. Sevenoaks sports and leisure centre. Recreation grounds and tennis club in Hildenborough.All distances are approximate.Square Footage: 3,042 sq ft Acreage: 1.94 AcresDirectionsFrom the A21 take the Weald/Sevenoaks/Hildenborough roundabout onto the B245, proceed toward Hildenborough and after approx. 0.6 miles turn left onto Bank Lane. Continue for approx. 0.2 miles and Bluebell House can be found on the right. Additional InfoLocal Authority: Sevenoaks Council. Tax Band 'H' For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i71431440
A delightful farmhouse, converted oast, barn with planning permission, set within gardens & grounds of about 7 acres. Located in a rural location between Leigh and Penshurst DESCRIPTIONCinder Hill Farmhouse is a wonderful farmhouse estate believed to date back to the late 17th century with extensions added over the years. Nestled in a rural location of seven acres with tennis court, outdoor swimming pool, garage and carport as well as a converted two-bedroom Oasthouse that could provide a good rental income. The property is within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and enjoys open views over the surrounding countryside, with the land being close to an entrance to Penshurst Place.Adding to its appeal is a barn with planning permission to convert into a four-bedroom property complete with its own driveway and entrance.The current vendor has enjoyed living here for almost 47 years and the property now offers any incoming purchaser a peaceful retreat with scope to improve and renovate to realise the full potential of their countryside dream.FEATURES- A gravel driveway meanders through the property and leads to the garage, carport, oast house and barn complex, providing ample parking and storage.- The ground floor comprises a triple aspect drawing room with door to garden and fireplace, dining room, sitting room with Inglenook fireplace and door leading to the conservatory with French doors to the garden. The farmhouse style kitchen with cupboards and sink has space for a freestanding cooker, dishwasher and fridge.- Additionally, there is a study and adjoining shower room with laundry facilities on the ground floor. This offers a versatile space that could easily be utilised as a self-contained guest suite/nanny annex.- The first floor has vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and comprises a single bedroom, three double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes, one with a basin. There are two bathrooms, both with panelled baths.- The charming converted oast house extends to 838 square feet. Within the roundel is a spacious entrance hall and cloakroom. The open plan reception room has a kitchen open to the sitting room with a door leading to the conservatory, which could now benefit from some improvement to elevate the property. On the first floor there is a family bathroom, a double bedroom and a single bedroom.- The barn complex incorporating stables, tack room, tractor barn and wood store benefits from planning permission to convert into a spacious 4 bedroom property with its own driveway (SE/16/01917/FUL). - Outdoor swimming pool and pool house with plant room, Tennis Court.- Garage & Car port.- Fields, field shelter, in total extending to approx. 7 acres including a woodland of.32ha containing oak, beech, ash and cherry trees. SITUATIONCinder Hill Farmhouse is situated down a quiet country lane on the rural fringes of Penshurst and Leigh, yet within convenient distance of Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks and all that they have to offer.The sought after village of Leigh (1.4 miles) has an active village community, church, village green, primary school, village store, hairdresser, pub and railway station. Penshurst (1.8 miles) has a village shop, pub, medical centre and the popular Kingdom Cafe, wellness & event space. There is more comprehensive shopping in Tonbridge (5.3 miles), Sevenoaks (7.2 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (8.3 miles).Mainline railway services at Hildenborough station (2.6 miles) to Charing Cross/Cannon Street from 40 mins (London Bridge from 35 mins). In addition, Leigh railway station (1.1 miles) has services to Redhill and Tonbridge Stations.The area is well served with schools including primary schools at Hildenborough, Chiddingstone, Penshurst, Weald and Leigh. Secondary schools include Judd, TOGS and Weald of Kent Grammar in Tonbridge as well as TWIGS and Skinners in Tunbridge wells and grammar annexes in Sevenoaks. Preparatory schools in Tonbridge include Somerhill Schools, Hilden Oaks and Hilden Grange as well as numerous prep schools in Sevenoaks. Both Tonbridge boys school and Sevenoaks School are easily accessible.In Leigh there is cricket and tennis, Nizels health and golf club and Hilden Golf Range and gym in Hildenborough. Other golf clubs include Wildernesse and Knole in Sevenoaks, Hever and Poult Wood. Tonbridge has a sport and leisure centre.The A21 at Tonbridge gives access to the M25 and the motorway network, Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports, Channel Tunnel Terminus & Ports. Ebbsfleet and Bluewater.PROPERTY INFORMATION- Services: Oil fired central heating. Mains Electricity, Water & Private Drainage- Local Authority: Sevenoaks District Council- Council Tax band: Farmhouse G (£3,592.37 for 2023/24) Oast House E (£2,634.40 for 2023/24)- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation. DIRECTIONSFrom Sevenoaks proceed south on the A224, at the bottom of Riverhill take the left-hand fork towards Hildenborough (B245). After 1.5 miles, turn right towards Penshurst. Continue to the end of the road and turn right onto the B2027 towards Leigh. Continue through Leigh village and then take a slight left onto the B2176. Shortly after, take a sharp right hand turn onto Cinder Hill Lane and Cinder Hill Farmhouse can be found on the left. Cinder Hill Farmhouse is situated down a quiet country lane on the rural fringes of Penshurst and Leigh, yet within convenient distance of Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks and all that they have to offer.The sought after village of Leigh (1.4 miles) has an active village community, church, village green, primary school and excellent village store, hairdresser, pub and railway station. Penshurst (1.8 miles) has a village shop and the popular Kingdom cafe, wellness & event space. There is more comprehensive shopping in Tonbridge (5.3 miles), Sevenoaks (7.2 miles), Tunbridge Wells (8.3 miles).Mainline railway services at Hildenborough station (2.6 miles) to Charing Cross/Cannon Street (London Bridge from 35 mins). In addition, Leigh railway station (1.1 miles) has services to Tonbridge/Redhill and Tonbridge Station (5 miles) has services to Charing Cross/Cannon Street (London Bridge from 40 mins).The area is well served with schools including primary schools at Hildenborough, Weald and Leigh. Secondary schools include Judd, TOGS and Weald of Kent Grammar in Tonbridge as well as TWIGS and Skinners in Tunbridge wells and grammar annexes in Sevenoaks. Preparatory schools in Tonbridge include Somerhill Schools, Hilden Oaks and Hilden Grange as well as numerous prep schools in Sevenoaks. Both Tonbridge boys school and Sevenoaks School are easily accessible.In Leigh there is cricket and tennis, Nizels health and golf club and Hilden Golf Range and gym in Hildenborough. Other golf clubs include Wildernesse and Knole in Sevenoaks, Hever and Poult Wood. Tonbridge has a sport and leisure centre.The A21 at Tonbridge gives access to the M25 and the motorway network, Heathrow, Gatwick and Stansted airports, Channel Tunnel Terminus & Ports. Ebbsfleet and Bluewater. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i69686214
Striking family home of style, set within impressive gardens and grounds. DescriptionGatehouse Farm is a most impressive and immaculately presented family home situated on a no-through road, built in 2013 to a very high standard and well maintained by the current owners. The light, versatile and spacious accommodation is arranged over three floors, amounting to over 5,500 sq ft, ideal for entertaining and family living. Features include a bespoke kitchen, luxurious bathroom suites, solid oak internal doors, limestone flooring, full height windows, vaulted ceilings, contemporary fireplaces, and attractive landscaped gardens of about 1.5 acres. The property is accessed via a gated entrance and sweeping, tree-lined spur driveway, which leads to a detached double garage and parking area.To the ground floor is a generous reception hall, featuring a stylish fireplace and contemporary staircase with glass balustrades, with three superb reception rooms comprising a triple aspect drawing room with a vaulted ceiling, fireplace and doors to the rear terrace, an open plan family/dining room with a fireplace and two sets of bi-fold doors, and a study with fitted furniture. The stylish kitchen is fitted with a comprehensive range of sleek, high gloss wall and base units, matching island/breakfast bar and integral appliances, including a wine cooler. A utility room and cloakroom complete this floor.The first floor comprises an impressive principal bedroom suite, served by a dressing room with fitted storage and an elegant en suite bathroom. There are three further bedrooms, all with stylish en suite bathrooms. Across the second floor is bedroom with an en suite shower room and a large games room.The level gardens wrap around the property creating a lovely backdrop, with a generous, paved terrace providing ideal areas for al fresco entertaining. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with established hedges and trees to the perimeter, creating a high degree of privacy. A charming summerhouse benefits from a westerly aspect and has an adjoining decked terrace, and the detached double garage has staircase access to an ample storage room.LocationLocal Shopping: Hildenborough (1.25 miles) offering local shops and amenities.Comprehensive Shopping: Sevenoaks (5 miles), Tonbridge (3 miles), Tunbridge Wells and Bluewater. Mainline Rail Services: Hildenborough (1.6 miles) to Cannon Street/Charing Cross. Primary Schools: Various in Hildenborough. Grammar Schools: Tonbridge & Tunbridge Wells.Private Schools: Sevenoaks, Tonbridge and Walthamstowe Hall Secondary Schools. Sevenoaks, Solefields and New Beacon Preparatory Schools in Sevenoaks. St Michaels & Russell House Preparatory Schools in Otford. Radnor House in Sundridge.Sporting Facilities: Golf clubs in Sevenoaks include Wildernesse and Knole with Nizels in Hildenborough which also has a private health/fitness centre. Sevenoaks sports and leisure centre. Cricket, football and rugby in the Vine area of Sevenoaks and in Tonbridge.All distances are approximate.Square Footage: 5,553 sq ft Acreage: 1.48 AcresDirectionsOn leaving Sevenoaks, proceed in a southerly direction down Riverhill and join the B245 towards Hildenborough. On entering Hildenborough turn left onto Coldharbour Lane and continue for about 0.3 of a mile where the drive for Gatehouse Farm Nursery will be found on the left. Turn onto this drive and the driveway entrance for Gatehouse Farm will be on the right. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i69448019
A most handsome period house set within beautiful gardens and grounds with excellent access to local amenities. DescriptionWillows is a totally unique detached family home, effectively a country residence but less than a mile from Tonbridge High Street and all of its associated amenities. Constructed circa 1902 and built in the Tudor style, beautifully presented and well-proportioned throughout, providing flexible family living with a contemporary finish. The property is one of two houses situated in a short, private gated road and enjoys views to the south over its own land to the rear. Salient points include diamond-paned windows with oak frames and sills, an abundance of oak joinery, exposed ceiling and wall timbers, stone and solid wood flooring to ground floor. Of particular note are the wonderfully impressive gardens and grounds which are beautifully maintained in about 3.37 acres, a private woodland, a swimming pool, and a converted annexe in a walled courtyard. The enclosed entrance porch leads to a spacious reception/dining hall with dual sided fireplace, stairs rising to the first floor and double doors leading to the rear gardens.A well-proportioned triple aspect drawing room adjoins the reception hall and features an attractive fireplace with wood burner and outlook to the gardens.A generous opening from the reception hall leads through to the open-plan kitchen/breakfast/family room which also enjoys access to the rear terrace. The kitchen is fitted with a contemporary range of base and wall cupboards and a central island with large breakfast bar, all with quartz work surfaces over. There are integral appliances and space for an American-style fridge/freezer. The study/sitting room benefits from fitted shelving, the second staircase and a door leading out to the gardens. Further storage naturally lit by a large roof lantern is offered by the generous utility room which is comprehensively fitted with a range of additional cupboards, has space for appliances and outside access to the front and rear of the property. Situated off the utility room is a stylish cinema room. A downstairs shower room completes the ground floor accommodation. Access to the first floor can be gained via two separate staircases, with the second staircase leading to the principal bedroom suite with bedroom, a stylish en-suite bathroom with separate shower and a substantial dressing room. Both the bedroom and dressing room are completed with a range of fitted wardrobes. Arranged over the remainder of the first floor are three further bedrooms, two of which benefit from a vanity unit and fitted wardrobes, and a family bathroom with walk-in shower and freestanding bath. To the second floor, there are two bedrooms, one with an adjoining dressing room, and a shower room, which completes the internal accommodation. Willows is approached via a brick pathway flanked either side with cottage style paving inset with beautifully planted flower beds and enclosed to the front with a low brick wall. The gardens and grounds are a wonderful feature of Willows. The gardens comprise extensive lawns interspersed with an abundance of mature specimen trees, fruit trees and shrubs together with beautifully stocked borders and a pond. A covered terrace to the rear of the house steps down to a larger terrace which in turn steps down to the gardens. A superb swimming pool is set back from the house, with porcelain stone surround and a raised deck area with arbour over, for outdoor dining. A pretty walled courtyard, the former barnyard, comprises of a converted fruit store into ancillary accommodation with kitchen/sitting room, shower room, and bedroom. There is an adjoining workshop with light and power connected.Further outbuildings include a former coach house converted into garaging with an electric car charging point and stairs leading to a storage loft. There is also a barn with garden store and a timber tractor shed.A meadow with natural paths and an abundance of mature trees is located to the south east of the house. In total the plot amounts to 3.37 acres.LocationWillows is located close to the favoured Yardley Park area of Tonbridge in a private gated cul de sac. Comprehensive Shopping: Sevenoaks (6.9 miles) and Tonbridge (approx. 1 mile) provide supermarkets and other high street retailers as well as a multitude of Pubs and Restaurants. Tunbridge Wells (7.7 miles) and Bluewater.Mainline Rail Services: Tonbridge (approx. 1.2 miles) to London Bridge/Waterloo East/Charing Cross/ Cannon Street.Primary Schools: Shipbourne and Tonbridge.Secondary Schools: Judd Boys Grammar, Tonbridge Girls and Weald of Kent Girls Grammar Schools in Tonbridge. Tunbridge Wells Girls and Boys Grammar Schools and The Skinners Grammar School for boys. Private Schools: The Preparatory Schools at Somerhill. Hilden Grange and Hilden Oaks Preparatory School in Tonbridge. Tonbridge and Sevenoaks Public Schools. Sackville School in Hildenborough. Several preparatory and senior schools in Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks.Leisure Facilities: Nizels Golf and Fitness centre in Hildenborough. Tonbridge School Sports Centre. Poult Wood Golf Centre, Tonbridge. Also in Tonbridge are outdoor and indoor pools, the Angel Leisure Centre and a range of sporting clubs to include cricket, rugby, football, baseball, swimming and sailing.All distances are approximate.Square Footage: 3,904 sq ft Acreage: 3.56 AcresDirectionsFrom Sevenoaks proceed southwards towards Hildenborough on the B245. Continue through Hildenborough and turn left into Dry Hill Road signed Shipbourne. Proceed to the mini roundabout and take the second exit into Yardley Park Road, signed Maidstone. Turn left at the T junction with the A26 Hadlow Road and after a short distance turn right into Yardley Close, and then turning right again through the gates into the cul de sac, where Willows can be found at the end. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tonbridge-d196392/for-sale_i69380617
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