Property description
Fabulous opportunity to acquire an attached rural property with outstanding views, standing on a large plot of over half an acre, well away from busy roads yet within 4.5 miles of Tunbridge Wells. The property has been completely refurbished in the last two years to a high specification, comprising 3 double bedrooms, en suite to master, family bathroom, large double aspect drawing room, separate dining room/bedroom 4, farmhouse kitchen/breakfast room and cloakroom. Outbuildings to include cook house, small workshop and pole barn garaging. NO CHAIN. Viewing a must!
Location
Situated one mile from Groombridge, a small village with a population of 1600 people, straddling the borders of Kent and Sussex. The nearest large town is Tunbridge Wells approximately 4.5 miles distant. The village offers primary school associated with the church of St Thomas, general store, bakery, post office, hairdresser and The Junction Inn public house. The old Groombridge has the church of St John which is part of the Diocese of Rochester and The Crown public inn. Tunbridge Wells offers historic Pantiles, Royal Victoria Place for shopping, grammar schools, private schools and mainline station to London Charing Cross. Eridge station on the A26 is approximately 4 miles and The Spa Valley Railway connects from Tunbridge Wells old station through to Groombridge and back. Langton Green is approximately 2 miles distant offering shopping for everyday amenities.
Front
Approached via an extensive driveway offering picket fencing to the front with five bar gate further enclosed fencing to the front of the property and footpath with area of lawn to either side, which also leads around to the rear garden. Studded oak front door leading to irregular shaped entrance hall. Beautiful hallway with stained glass internal window, tiled floor, twin cloaks cupboards, fabulous arched wooden double doors lead through to sitting room. Doors to respective rooms, cloakroom, dining room, kitchen and stairs rising to first floor. Radiator with decorative cover.
Cloakroom
White suite comprising low level WC, wood accessories, pedestal wash basin with splashback tiling, radiator. Continuation of tiled floor and double glazed window.
Kitchen - 19' 7'' x 12' 1'' (5.96m x 3.68m)
narrowing to 11'11". Measurement to include farmhouse style kitchen with wood fronted base and wall mounted units offering under pelmet lighting, plate rack, contrasting worktops and tiling. Integrated dishwasher, fridge/freezer, 1.5 bowl ceramic style sink. Smeg range cooker with 6 ring gas hob ((LPG) by separate negotiation). Extractor fan and light above with decorative beam over. Tiled floor. Brick fireplace with raised hearth, fire basket with fire back (by separate negotiation). Built-in wine rack, double glazed sliding doors lead out to rear garden and take full advantage of the fabulous views. Radiator, inset coconut mat well to the rear door. Latch door to deep pantry cupboard with shelving. Space for table and chairs. Door to utility.
Utility room
Space and plumbing for washing machine and window.
Dining room/Bedroom 4 - 12' 1'' x 11' 11'' (3.68m x 3.63m)
Stripped wood floor with under floor insulation, 1930s style fireplace. Double glazed window overlooking the front. Radiator, internal stained glass window.
Drawing room - 25' 0'' x 17' 0'' (7.61m x 5.18m)
narrowing to 13'5" (maximum). An impressive room with large wood burning stove with brick fireplace and wood surround. Oak block floor, angled double glazed sliding picture doors taking full advantage of the rear garden and views. Radiator, double glazed window to the front and two double glazed smaller windows to the side.
First floor landing
Double glazed window to stairwell, split landing with eaves storage.
Master bedroom - 16' 10'' x 10' 10'' (5.13m x 3.30m)
plus walk-in dressing room. A striking room with large double glazed sliding doors which lead out to balcony taking full advantage of the views and garden. Walk-in wardrobe with shelves and hanging space. Double glazed window to the side, stripped wood floor and radiator.
En suite
Double shower cubicle, tiled, low level WC, pedestal wash basin. Corner cupboard with shelving, stripped wood floor, downlights to ceiling, heated towel rail radiator. Double glazed window
Bedroom 2 - 12' 0'' x 11' 2'' (3.65m x 3.40m)
narrowing to 10'9". Attractive room with antique Victorian fireplace, airing cupboard housing hot water tank, stripped wood floor, double glazed window to the front and radiator.
Bedroom 3 - 12' 1'' x 11' 0'' (3.68m x 3.35m)
Antique Victorian fireplace, stripped wood floor, double glazed window and radiator.
Bathroom
Large bathroom with claw foot, roll top bath, telephone shower taps over and glass screen. Low level WC, Victorian fireplace, stripped wood floor, pedestal wash basin with splashback tiling. Radiator, double glazed window overlooking rear and fabulous views, extractor fan.
Outside
Fabulous garden to the rear with post and rail fencing. Outbuildings comprise of a brick cook house 8'x8', ideal for freezer storage and used as barbecue area for al fresco dining. Small gym 9'3"x8'11" and workshop 10'4"x6' with overhang decking and swing (by separate negotiation). The beauty of this garden are the stunning views across the garden which take in the Spa Valley railway leading round to the front offering gravel driveway, post and rail fencing, five bar gate which has armoured cabling for electric gates, if required, and pole barn.
Specification
Mains drainage, LPG central heating. Mains water, standing charge, not metered. Boiler Valiant approximately 10-12 years old, mains electric connected to all sheds, HETAS certified wood burning stove Clearview Vision 500, 2 working open fires. Double glazed sliding sash UPVC windows fitted 2014. Electrical certificate October 2014.
Property Features :
- NO CHAIN
- Large plot in outstanding location
- 3/4 Double bedrooms
- Outbuildings
- 4.5 miles TW MLS