Launch viewings - Monday 4th March - by appointment only. Designed by renowned interior designers A House to Love, Manor Lodge has been completely yet sensitively renovated from its previous semi-derelict state and now offers a blend of high-specification modern interiors along with the character of the original building.Every possible attention to detail has been undertaken in the renovations, including a state-of-the-art heating and electrical system to ensure no noise is heard from the pipework. The floors have been newly installed and fully insulated for maximum heat retention in a nod to energy efficiency. All the sash windows have been refurbished and draft-proofed with new double-glazed windows in the reception rooms. The front door opens into a large and welcoming reception hall, which is flooded with natural light from a roof lantern and provides access to all the principal living areas. The drawing room has been sumptuously appointed with midnight blue grass cloth by Philip Jefferies, floor-to-ceiling bay window overlooking the front gardens with an open fireplace. A secret connecting door offers access to the library, which has beencreated around the original library bookshelves. The fabulous open plan kitchen/ breakfast room with an eye-catching and spectacular hand-crafted kitchen with quartz worktops, bespoke fitted cupboards by Beyond Joinery with limestone flooring and integrated Miele appliances.Also, of note on this level there is a boot room/utility, which is arguably the most luxurious you may see, offering a space where everyday chores are a pleasure.The principal suite stretches across the back of the house and comprises a palatial main bedroom that leads to a spectacular en suite bathroom. Adjoining the principal suite is a spectacular dressing room offering an oasis of calm to get ready or unwind from the day's stresses; this room could readily be used as a fifth bedroom if required. There are three additional double bedrooms located to the front of the house, all with lovely views across the front gardens and beyond Tunbridge Wells Common.The property is set within a mature and private plot of 0.35 of an acre, set well back from the road, with an expansive brick paved driveway with detached double garage and parking for multiple cars.To the rear of the house is a beautiful walled garden, ensuring seclusion and privacy with red brick meandering paths, shrubs, planting borders, mature specimen trees, and a magnificent magnolia providing year-round colour and interest. There is a detached, unconverted Bothy which has planning permission to be converted into a self contained annexe. A wrought iron arched gate in the wall beside the Bothy leads to a secret garden where there is a shed, log store, and composting area.Planning - Permission exists to add a single storey extension to the main house (REF 21/03221) and a single storey extension to the garden bothy and convert the garden bothy into a self contained annexe accommodation. (REF: 22/03601/FULL). More information can be found on the Tunbridge Wells Borough Council website.Manor Lodge is located in a tranquil and tucked away position, situated close to the Spa Hotel in Tunbridge Wells, with the town centre approximately 1 mile away and provides a comprehensive range of shopping facilities including many major national stores at the Royal Victoria Shopping Centre. There is a wide variety of individual shops, boutiques, and restaurants which can be reached by pleasant walks across the Common or the frequent bus service.In the southern part of the town are the famous Pantiles and Hight Street. Tunbridge Wells is renowned for its superb education facilities with good private, state and grammar schools, including the nearby Holmewood House, Rosehill School, Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar School, The Grammar School for Boys and The Skinners School.Recreational amenities include the Assembly Hall Theatre, Trinity Arts Centre, Nevill golf club, sports and leisure centres and many parks and open spaces. The house is within easy reach of open countryside and the many footpaths in the surrounding High Weald AONB. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tunbridge-wells-d196456/for-sale_i68625234
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An exquisite restored country house, discreetly positioned within about eight acres DescriptionAn exceptional unlisted country house, having originally been built up from a prosperous paper mill around the eighteenth and early nineteenth century and believed to date from the Georgian period, but with a fine Victorian facade to the front elevation.The property offers very attractive accommodation throughout to a comfortable scale and was purchased by our clients some twenty years ago having become somewhat run-down and neglected. Over time, they have carried out a very successful restoration, enhancing the whole property, carefully combining the best of old and new, within a workable twenty-first century format.There are now five individually styled bedrooms, served by five bathrooms, whilst the classical-style sitting room cleverly conceals a home cinema system and a sound system is installed throughout the house. The double garaging blends in seamlessly with the house, featuring traditional arched stonework, but is also up-to-the minute, with the rear addition providing space for the oil-fired central heating system.One could go through every room in great detail, highlighting the many quality fixtures and fittings, like the wonderful fireplaces in all the key rooms, the varied timber and stone flooring which is used extensively and the hand-made kitchen, finished in slate and elm, but the photography here shows off more than enough to encourage or even demand a visit from a buyer.Set along a long gated approach drive, serving just one other property (and with access for the River Authority) and with about 7.7 acres with river frontage, inspiring gardens, woods and fields, making for wonderful walking, with a footpath reachable just beyond the boundary, on the other side of the River Medway.The outbuildings are incredible too in their own right, with a superb new 'classical style' pavilion overlooking the croquet lawn and also, near to the house, the restored bothy (originally a turbine shed for the Mill), now housing sauna facilities, complete with a fun, small swimming pool outside and inside, beneath walk-on glass flooring, showing the workings of the original Mill.LocationChafford House lies within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the small village of Fordcombe which is very well located for commuter links to central London, about 40 miles to the north with mainline rail services from Tunbridge Wells (about 5.2 miles), Hildenborough (about 6.7 miles via country lanes) or Tonbridge (about 7.4 miles) serving London Bridge, Waterloo East, Charing Cross and Cannon Street. Ashurst station with services to London Bridge is about 2.8 miles.The pretty villages around Fordcombe (about 0.8 miles), are Langton Green (about 2.4 miles), Penshurst (about 2.5 miles) and Groombridge (about 3.8 miles) all offering well-regarded village Primary Schools, a Church, some sports facilities and at least one pub. Langton Green and Groombridge offer good local shopping, there is a popular farm shop between the two and petrol stations at Penshurst and Langton Green, on the road to the well-known spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, with its high street shopping, supermarkets, cinemas, two theatres, cafes, restaurants and many leisure and sporting options. Individual shops and restaurants can be found in the historic Pantiles and High Street areas, a popular spot known for the summer jazz evenings. Alternatively, there is East Grinstead about ten miles to the west which also offers a good range of amenities and Lewes to the south west, reached in about 24 miles, being close-by to Glyndebourne opera.Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks are well-known for their Kent Grammar schools for boys' and girls'. In addition, there is a wide choice of private schooling in the area, with preparatory schools at Holmewood House (Langton Green), Rose Hill and The Mead in Tunbridge Wells, and senior schools, including Tonbridge for boys, Mayfield (about 12 miles) and Benenden for girls (about 23 miles) and there are co-ed options at Sevenoaks (about 12 miles), Eastbourne and Brighton (both about 35 miles) and Bedes at Upper Dicker.Leisure facilities in the area include horse racing at Lingfield Park, Plumpton and Brighton racecouses. Golf at the Nevill in Tunbridge Wells and Lamberhurst (about12 miles), The Royal Ashdown Forest at Forest Row and the East Sussex National at Uckfield. Historic houses locally include Hever Castle which has open air theatre productions in the summer, Penshurst Place and Chiddingstone Castle. Water sports include sailing and fishing at Bewl Water near Wadhurst, which also has cycling and walking trails. Gatwick and Heathrow airports are reached within 22 and 42 miles respectively and private jets fly from Biggin Hill.Square Footage: 4,059 sq ft Acreage: 7.7 AcresDirectionsPostcode - TN3 0SD. From Tunbridge Wells travelling along the A264 and through Langton Green, turn right onto Ashurst Road (signposted A264) and turn right again onto the Fordcombe Road (B2188), on entering Fordcombe village, pass the Chafford Arms on the right-hand side, proceed down Spring Hill for about 0.4 miles and turn left at the bottom. Continue down the drive for about 0.3 miles and Chafford House will be found at the end. Additional InfoAgent notes: The land borders the River Medway:-(1) The Environment Agency have a right of way along the approach drive, with an obligation to contribute to the maintenance of the drive and to ensure that they maintain the river bank in the proximity of the weir. This year, they are intending to carry out repairs to the road at their own cost.(2) A local farmer also has a right of way, to access the field on the right of the driveway, bordering the river.(3) The river can flood when in spate in the winter, however there is a large natural flood plain and the house is built well above the river level and the house has not been flooded during the owners time there.Services: Oil-fired central heating, mains water, electricity and private drainage. Outgoings: Sevenoaks District Council, Tax Band G. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tunbridge-wells-d196456/for-sale_i71594271
In a prestigious location within the Conservation Area, tucked away and yet within easy reach of the historic High Street and station, a most handsome, detached house of quality set within lovely landscaped gardens and enjoying far-reaching views from the upper levels. With origins dating back to the mid-nineteenth century, the house bears all the external architectural features so popular during that era. Exteriors are of painted render with quoin detailing, under a tall, slate tiled roof and large sash windows. Internally the elegant period detailing includes high ceilings with ornate coving and ceiling roses, deep skirting boards, panelled internal doors some with original polished brass door furniture, some internal window shutters and a variety of fireplaces. The present owners have been careful to ensure the preservation of the marvellous features, whilst at the same time creating a warm and welcoming family home. Bespoke furniture by Chambers has been used to good effect particularly in the kitchen, principal bedroom and the annexe and light oak floors have been laid throughout the ground and lower ground levels. With a southerly aspect to the rear, there is an abundance of natural light flooding through the large windows and French doors that also allow for a fine prospect over the gardens. Reception rooms are gracious and have majestic fireplaces, whilst the kitchen opens through to the breakfast room and has been comprehensively furnished with bespoke light oak cabinetry by Chambers with appliances including a gas fired Aga. The addition of an excellent Orangery by Peter Edmondson provides a marvellous family room or entertaining space as well as the ideal spot for taking in the serenity of the gardens at all times of year as it has a gas fire and under floor heating. An easy rising staircase leads to the wide first floor landing laid off from which are three large bedrooms, supported by three bath/shower rooms with Duravit fixtures and fittings - two are en-suite - along with a further sitting room. The principal bedroom features an excellent range of bespoke wardrobes in black walnut, again by Chambers who also provided the cabinetry in the fabulous en-suite shower room. On the second floor are three further bedrooms or alternatively two bedrooms and a games room along with a bathroom. With its own private access, as well as connection with the main house via internal stairs, the lower ground floor can be used as a private annexe or equally as additional living space. This flexible accommodation has light oak flooring and good storage solutions. The four rooms are presently used as a games room with cloakroom, study, sitting room and a bedroom en-suite and there is a kitchen and utility room.OutsideThe house occupies a commanding position set back from the road, with a wide parking and turning area, along with access to the attached garage and workshop. The gardens to front and rear are expertly landscaped to provide both colour and architecturally interesting plantings. Backing south, to the rear is a stone terrace, traversing the full width of the house, providing a marvellous place for outdoor entertaining. There are large expanses of lawn, fine mature trees, specimen shrubs and colourful herbaceous borders. At the far end of the garden are two further terraces one a covered eating area with an outdoor kitchen, the second with sunken seating around a fire pit. There is a large storage room and a cloakroom.SituationSituated within the Royal Tunbridge Wells Conservation Area of Tunbridge Wells, Camden Hill is one of the town's premier locations and home to a number of impressive villas constructed in the mid-19th century. The town and station are less than a half-mile walk and the beautiful open spaces of Dunorlan Park less than a mile. Tunbridge Wells is a thriving and vibrant community where there are fabulous boutiques, nationally known stores, cafes, bars and restaurants as well as centres for the arts, theatres and sports establishments. The historic Pantiles are marvellously evocative of the seventeenth century and there are wonderful walks across The Common. Tunbridge Wells mainline station has regular services to the City of London and the West End and the A21 provides a direct route to the M25 and national motorway network. There are many highly regarded schools in the area including Holmewood House preparatory school (Langton Green), Rose Hill in Tunbridge Wells, Mayfield School for Girls, Kent grammar schools in Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge and public schools in Tonbridge, Sevenoaks and Eastbourne For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tunbridge-wells-d196456/for-sale_i70179773
Dunorlan House is a contemporary-designed family home set in an elevated position with outstanding views over Dunorlan Park and the lake. The position is unique, and the current owners have extended and reconfigured the property to include large glazed units facing south, taking advantage of the wonderful views. The enhancements undertaken by the current owners include complete re-decoration of the house, re-configuration and addition of extra accommodation. Dunorlan House has impressively achieved an EPC A rating and benefits from 46 solar panels. All of the work has been done to a high standard and to preserve the architectural style of the house.The accommodation extends to over 5,600 sq ft, and the living spaces are thoughtfully arranged over two floors and the spaces are well balanced between formal and informal living and offer exceptional entertainment areas that are extremely light and bright with full-height south facing windows along the length of the facade.The principal reception rooms on the ground floor comprise a large sitting room with an open fireplace, dining room and a family room and study area, all with impressive ceiling heights and finished to an exquisite standard throughout.The ground floor features a bespoke Smallbone kitchen finished in American Walnut, which is well equipped with a work island, fitted Miele appliances and a larder cupboard. Extended in 2015, the current owners added on the family room which adjoins the kitchen and has direct access out to the rear terrace, an ideal spot for al fresco dining. Accessed off the kitchen is the large utility, which leads directly into the double garage.Dunorlan House has excellent bedroom accommodation with a generous double aspect principal bedroom suite with an en suite bathroom, dressing room and charming private courtyard. There are two further bedrooms with en suite bathroom, a further bedroom, which is currently set up as a gym and a family bathroom. All of the bedrooms enjoy far-reaching views of the glorious gardens and Dunorlan Park.The leisure complex with indoor heated and automatic chlorinated swimming pool, spa pool and plant room are accessed from the lower ground floor and also have doors leading out to the garden. An interesting feature is the exposed stone wall from the original dwelling at Dunorlan House.Dunorlan House is approached from a private road and via an electrically operated gated entrance with sweeping gravel driveway which leads to a large parking area and a double garage building.To the front, there are a multitude of mature trees, shrubs and plants, making it quite secluded. To the side is a brick-paved path with a pergola leading to the feature garden. There is an elevated decked terrace off the kitchen/breakfast room with part parapet surround and gravel feature.The incredibly private and well-maintained garden is an important feature of Dunorlan House. Extending to the width of the property, the flat garden has so much usable lawn area and connects to the house very well. The garden provides an excellent backdrop to the house. The vendor has paid great attention to detail, planting multiple mature specimen trees and flower beds.There is direct access to the park.Dunorlan Park is an exclusive park in the centre of Tunbridge Wells. In 1823 John Ward, a partner of Decimus Burton, created the lake on the original farm for recreational use. He then sold the farm in 1854 to Henry Reed, who demolished the farmhouse and built a new house Dunorlan in Italianate style. The site of the house is high on the ridge, positioned to provide privacy and advantage of the fine views. Tunbridge Wells Borough Council purchased the site in 1945, but unfortunately, due to a fire, the house was demolished in 1958. The site was then sold to private developers, with Dunorlan House being the principal residence constructed in 1998.For cultural activity, there is no need to travel as Tunbridge Wells boasts its own Theatre and Arts Centre, and a multitude of shops and fine restaurants. For those wishing to commute to London by train, the property is within walking distance of the main line station, which has services to London Bridge, Charing Cross and Cannon Street. For motorists, there is easy access to a number of major road routes, including the A21, which links with the M25 motorway network, and the international airports of Gatwick and Heathrow.Tunbridge Wells is renowned for the quality of its schooling, both in the private and state sectors. Tunbridge Wells is home to Holmewood House Preparatory School. Within easy driving distance are also some other notable private schools, including, Tonbridge School, Sevenoaks School and Benenden within The Weald. Tunbridge Wells has also retained its grammar school, and Dunorlan House is within the catchment area.Sporting and recreational interests in the area are well served with golf at Nizels, Lamberhurst and Hever Castle. Horse racing at Lingfield Park, cricket and tennis at Nevill Cricket Ground and Tennis Club. Sailing and fishing are also available nearby; sailing at Bewl Water and Bough Beech Reservoir, and fishing at Chipstead Lakes. There is an abundance of country walks, cycling and riding to be had in the surrounding countryside. The South Downs and Kent & Sussex Coasts are also in close proximity. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tunbridge-wells-d196456/for-sale_i70205493
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