An impressive townhouse with spacious and flexible accommodation, close to Dunorlan Park, and within approximately one mile of the High Street and mainline station

Description

This end-of-terrace townhouse is found within a small, prestigious collection of properties on the East side of Tunbridge Wells which were originally built in the mid 1990s. Beautifully presented throughout, the accommodation is arranged across three floors and boasts attractive views to the rear, together with flexible accommodation and an integral garage, all whilst being within a mile from the High Street and mainline rail.

The ground floor comprises a spacious kitchen/dining room fitted with traditional farmhouse-style units and granite worktops, with integrated appliances including a dishwasher, fridge/freezer, oven, and hob with extractor above. An adjoining utility provides space for both a washing machine and a dryer, with a door opening directly to the garden. The conservatory also adjoins the kitchen and has French doors opening onto the well-maintained garden. Further ground floor accommodation includes an office; ideal for today’s working from home requirements, a wc, and a further reception room to the front providing a flexible space that could be arranged to suit.

The principal bedroom is found on the first floor, with a bank of fitted wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom fitted with twin sink units, a bath with shower above and wc. There is a further bedroom on this floor, together with a sizeable sitting room with a charming gas coal-effect fireplace and a Juliet balcony with wonderful views towards Dunorlan Park.

There are two further bedrooms on the second floor, one of which benefits from an en suite bathroom, whilst the fourth bedroom is served by the family shower room. There is a sizeable store room adjoining the family bathroom, with further eaves storage.

Outside, the rear garden is mainly laid to lawn, with fenced boundaries, and mixed herbaceous borders. A gate opens from the driveway onto a brick-edged terrace, narrowing to a path that leads around the house and conservatory, opening out again to create a further terrace, ideal for entertaining friends. The house is set back from the private road, with a brick-paved driveway offering space for up to two vehicles, together with an integral garage.

Location

Regent Place lies on the southeast fringes of Tunbridge Wells, well-placed for the mainline station, High Street, the Pantiles and the Royal Victoria Place shopping centre. The property also benefits from its proximity to the historic Dunorlan Park, which is within approximately 0.2 miles via the pedestrian access on Bayhall Road, and enjoys about 30 acres of landscaped parkland with a 6-acre boating lake, a café and a network of footpaths. Local convenience stores include nearby Dunorlan Park Stores and One Stop (with Post Office) in Hawkenbury (approximately 0.2 miles and 0.5 miles respectively). Natural Fit health club is also nearby (approximately 0.6 miles) offering members access to both the spa and gym.

The historic spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells exists thanks to the discovery of the natural Chalybeate Spring in 1606 by well-travelled English nobleman Dudley Lord North, and is conveniently located approximately 30 miles south of London, surrounded by countryside and offering a popular base for city commuters. The town offers excellent cultural, leisure and shopping attractions including cafés, restaurants and two theatres locally at The Assembly Halls and Trinity Theatre, together with the newly rejuvenated civic centre, The Amelia Scott.

The High Street, which is within approximately 1 mile by foot, offers many restaurants including The Ivy and The Warren, and so many choices for delicious cakes, fresh bread and coffee; including Juliet's, Fine Grind, Gail's and the Italian delicatessen Arte Bianca. Fresh fish and seafood are available at Sankey's fishmongers, with numerous shops and independent boutiques offering so much more. The High Street is linked by the delightful Chapel Place walkway to the historic Pantiles, known for its charming Georgian colonnade and summer jazz festivals, together with regular craft and food markets.

Royal Victoria Place shopping centre, originally named after Queen Victoria who was a frequent visitor to Tunbridge Wells, is reached within approximately 0.8 miles and offers a mix of high street brands and independent retailers. Knights Park leisure and entertainment complex is within approximately 2.8 miles, offering a multi-screen cinema complex, bowling alley, and a health/fitness club.

There are several further parks and open green spaces within Tunbridge Wells, including the town’s common, with its network of criss-cross footpaths leading to local landmark Wellington Rocks and the Higher Common Ground cricket pitch offering a wealth of opportunities for walking and recreation. Hargate Woods are accessible off Broadwater Down, whilst The Nevill Golf Club and Nevill tennis and cricket ground are nearby in Warwick Park. The surrounding countryside is designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty (AONB) and boasts several places of historic interest and attractive walks, including the famous Ashdown Forest together with sailing and fishing at Bewl Water near Wadhurst. The award-winning Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is also nearby, and is now recognised as the most complete collection of conifers on one site anywhere in the world and offers further woodland walks, cycling, riding, and outdoor music concerts.

Private and State Schools: There are many highly-regarded schools in the vicinity, including Claremont Primary School, boys’ and girls’ grammars at the senior level, including Skinners, TWGGS, TWGSB. The Skinners’ Kent Academy in Sandown Park and Beechwood Sacred Heart School are also of note. Preparatory schools in Tunbridge Wells include Rose Hill and The Mead, with Holmewood House slightly further afield in Langton Green.

Mainline rail and commuter coach: Tunbridge Wells station (approximately 1 mile) has regular services to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) from 54 minutes and Cannon Street from 51 minutes. The Centaur Commuter Coach service also stops at Tunbridge Wells Station, together with other various stops located around Tunbridge Wells.

Communications: The nearby A21 links directly to London and to the M25 (junction 5) and thereby the national motorway network, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and the Channel Tunnel terminus, together with easy access to the south coast to Hastings and Eastbourne.

Square Footage: 2,252 sq ft



Directions

From our office in Tunbridge Wells turn right onto the High Street. At the mini roundabout turn right onto Grove Hill Road, past Hoopers and this road leads into Prospect Road. At the traffic lights turn right onto Bayhall Road and take the second turning left into Kingswood Road. Keep to the left, passing Marnock House, and Regent Place will be on your left, with number 5 being the end of terrace. TN2 4UP.

Additional Info

Services: Mains water, electricity and gas. Mains Drainage via a private, shared pump station (maintenance included in the RPML service charge).

Service charge is payable to Regent Place Management Limited approximately £200.00 per annum, reviewed annually.

Pepper Fox (Managing Agent for the Estate) - raise a yearly invoice for "Shared Services & Recoveries" for any works carried out (the 2022 Invoice - £12.60) reviewed annually.

Outgoings: Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.