Fordcombe Road, Fordcombe, TN3

This charming 16th century Grade II Listed cottage is a real gem of a property, situated in the heart of the popular village of Fordcombe. The current owners, who have lived at the property for almost 20 years, have completed an extensive renovation project, and accordingly the property is now beautifully presented, successful combining a wealth of period features with contemporary additions. Original leaded windows, a large inglenook fireplace, floorboards, panelling and ancient oak beam work all combine to create a warm, cosy and welcoming home.

Internally the house has spacious accommodation totalling just over 2300 square feet, which features a spacious kitchen, two additional reception rooms, and a generous porch, perfect for muddy boots. On the first floor there are three double bedrooms and a family bathroom, and separate staircases lead to two additional bedrooms. There is a further spacious bathroom on the ground floor.

Externally the property sits well back on a generous plot of mature and private gardens. To the front a gravel driveway gives ample off-road parking. Planning permission has been granted to build a double garage at the foot of the driveway, and full details can be seen on Sevenoaks District Council planning portal, under reference 23/01279/FUL. To the rear, the garden has ancient oaks and fruit trees and the terrace is perfectly positioned for sunny alfresco dining throughout the summer, from which you can enjoy blazing sunsets and vistas across the valley.

The local amenities of the village hall, cricket club, and the school are adjacent to Tender Meads. The house has a private garden gate onto the cricket green and country footpath.

The current owners have said “We feel grateful that we have been part of the history of a beautiful ancient home, and have been lucky enough to raise our family here.”

Location

Tender Meads is just steps away from the centre of Fordcombe, with a beautiful position adjacent to the village cricket green. Fordcombe is a very popular village thanks to its well-regarded primary school, village pub and village hall, and easy access to stunning countryside, which provides plentiful, beautiful walks, many of which lead to the neighbouring villages. Penshurst has the impressive historical attraction of Penshurst Place (popular with families due to the excellent adventure playground!), plus further pubs and Kingdom, which serves a range of delicious food and hot drinks in the loveliest of settings. The larger spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells is about 3 miles distant, and features a range of extensive shops, restaurants and cafes, plus a mainline station providing fast and frequent trains to the capital. Many in the area though chose to travel from nearby Hildenborough or Ashurst stations, which are close at hand and provide ample parking.

Parking - Driveway