Spring Lane, Bidborough, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN3

Substantial five bedroom, detached family home located in the pretty village of Bidborough on the outskirts of Tunbridge Wells

Description

This beautiful home is located in the heart of Bidborough village, next to the cricket green and is just one of five houses situated on the road.

Offering a substantial footprint the property has versatile entertaining and living accommodation arranged over three floors with underfloor heating. Upon entering the property the ground floor consists of a central entrance hall with spacious sitting room immediately to the right, which could also be used as a home office space, or play room and dining room to the left providing direct access to the front patio. A downstairs WC completes this floor. Down a small flight of steps to the bright drawing room, with double French doors leading directly on to the South facing patio and garden, with impressive stone, feature fireplace. The modern kitchen has wooden wall and base units, with gas stove and electric oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and separate utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. The breakfast room also has French doors opening on to the Patio, ideal for al fresco dining.

On the second floor the Principal bedroom has built in wardrobes, Juliette balcony overlooking the rear garden, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and bath. There’s also a second double bedroom with en suite shower room to this floor. Three further double bedrooms and a study to the second floor, all served by a family bathroom with bath and shower.

Externally there’s a South facing patio and extensive rear garden with beautiful views of the valley beyond. A gym/studio is also accessible from the patio in the rear garden. Driveway parking to the front providing off street parking for several cars, and access to the double garage.

Location

The property is located in the quaint village of Bidborough which offers a general store, garage and the award winning Kentish Hare pub which holds two AA Rosettes and was awarded with a Bib Gourmand in 2021. Tonbridge is also a short (3.3 miles), and Tunbridge Wells (5.6 miles) with further amenities, boutique shops and restaurants.

Comprehensive shopping: Tunbridge Wells with the historic Pantiles and High Street offers a wide selection of shopping facilities with high street brands to smaller specialty shops.

Schools: There are many good secondary schools locally including 6 Grammar schools (3 girls and 3 boys) located within 2 miles of the property, and Bidborough CofE primary school is located within the village. Kent provides one of the most sought after education systems in the country and is one of the main reasons for many people choosing to move to Tunbridge Wells. Places for many of the schools are in demand. Kent County Council still maintains the Grammar School system for which an 11 Plus entry exam must be taken. There is a broad mix of State, Public, Nursery and Preparatory schools within the area. Further details can be obtained from Kent County Council via

Leisure facilities: Bidbourgh village offers many sports clubs including cricket, tennis and Bowls. There are many local places of historical interest, countryside walks, golf at the Nevill Golf Club, sailing and fishing at Bayham Abbey and Bewl Water near Lamberhurst. Easy access to public tennis courts and bowling club in Calverley Grounds. The Nevill LTC and the St John's sport centre. Tunbridge Wells also offers a wide range of restaurants, brasseries and wine bars catering for every taste. The South East Coastal resorts are approximately an hours drive away as is the Channel Tunnel.

Mainline rail services: Tonbridge mainline rail station (3 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (4.4 miles provides services to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) and Cannon Street.

Communications: The A26 runs through Tunbridge Wells, linking to the A21 just north of the town. The A21 in turn connects to the London M25 orbital and thereby the national motorway network, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports.

Square Footage: 2,626 sq ft



Additional Info

Deposit payable: £6,916.15 (6 weeks rent)
Holding Deposit: £1,152.69 (1 weeks rent)
Minimum Term: 12 months
Rent must be paid monthly in advance