A Grade II Listed terraced cottage, set back from the High Street in the middle of the popular and pretty village of Frant

Description

April Cottage is a charming Grade II Listed, terraced cottage found in the centre of the highly regarded village of Frant.

This much loved property has been in our clients' ownership for nearly 30 years and has more recently become a successful investment property in the last few years.

The cottage is neutrally presented throughout whilst offering a rare opportunity for a new owner to put their own stamp on the property moving forward, with much scope for updating and improvements subject to all necessary consents.

The accommodation comprises of one double bedroom and a bathroom on the first floor. The ground floor is open plan with a sitting room open to the kitchen, which leads to the rear porch/utility area and opens onto the pretty cottage garden.

There is also a brick built shed/store of a further 61 sq ft which currently provides useful storage, again offering much potential for any number of uses.

Location

April Cottage, 26 High Street is located in the very heart of the sought-after village of Frant, a quintessential English village with a distinctive green incorporating a cricket pitch as its focal point.

Frant has an active community with amenities including a convenience store with post office, coffee shop, hairdresser, two characterful pubs, village hall and a church, all within a few hundred yards. The village is within convenient reach of Tunbridge Wells, under 3 miles away, while retaining its individual setting surrounded by beautiful countryside. Other local attractions include Bewl Water with sailing, fishing, canoeing, walking and cycling and Bedgebury Pinetum and Forest for a range of further outdoor activities.

Comprehensive shopping and amenities are available in Tunbridge Wells just 3 miles away, a historic spa town known for the historic Pantiles, with its charming Georgian colonnade and summer Jazz festivals, and regular craft and food markets. The town offers excellent cultural, leisure and shopping attractions including cafes, restaurants and two theatres. There are cricket and tennis facilities at the Nevill grounds, as well as the renowned Nevill Golf Club.

Other notable local towns and villages include Wadhurst (about 4 or so miles), Crowborough (about 7 miles) and Mayfield (about 6 miles).

Private and state schools: There are highly regarded local village primary schools in Frant and Lamberhurst (about 4.8 miles). Secondary schools include Uplands Community College in Wadhurst and the boys’ and girls’ Grammars at senior level, including Skinners, TWGGS, TWGSB with entry via academic performance in the 11-plus examinations. The Skinners’ Kent Academy in Sandown Park and Beechwood Sacred Heart School are within 5 miles of the property. Preparatory schools in Langton Green (Holmewood House) and Tunbridge Wells (Rose Hill and The Mead).

Independent schools at senior level include Mayfield School for Girls, Tonbridge for boys and co-ed options at Sevenoaks, Eastbourne, Upper Dicker (Bedes) and Brighton.

For commuters and regular visitors to London, Frant Station is about 1.5 miles away, with parking at Bells Yew Green or under three miles to Tunbridge Wells Station. Both are on the main line with regular services to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge & Waterloo East) and Cannon Street.

Square Footage: 492 sq ft



Directions

Postcode - TN3 9DU. On street parking available on the High Street and surrounding roads.

Additional Info

Local Authority: Wealden District Council. Tax Band D.

Services: Mains electricity, water, drainage and gas central heating.

There is a Right of Access at the rear giving all cottages access from the gardens to the High Street.