Tonbridge Road, Wateringbury, Maidstone, Kent, ME18

Deceptively spacious character property of over 2900 sq ft with grounds of 0.43 acre comprising a garden and orchard and with rural views, within 0.6 miles of Wateringbury railway station.

DESCRIPTION

Characterful three double bedroom, three reception room house of over 2900 sq ft, with cellar, attic room, garage and lovely garden with its own orchard and backing on to further orchards with rural views. Situated in the historic village of Wateringbury with village amenities, primary school, railway station and only 5 miles from the market town of West Malling.

FEATURES

- Screened by mature hedging, this elegant home offers generous living space and charm with 0.43 acres of grounds. A private driveway provides parking for up to four cars and leads to a double garage.

- A picturesque wisteria-covered entrance welcomes you into a spacious hallway.

- Flanking the entrance are two spacious reception rooms, both with high ceilings, period sash windows and secondary glazing. The sitting room includes a cosy wood burner while the family room features a stylish fireplace, which can be used for either electric or gas.

- The hallway opens into a central space that could easily serve as a formal dining area. From here, step up into the grand drawing room with double sash windows overlooking the front garden and a door opening onto the rear terrace.

- The kitchen, with views of the garden, is fitted with a range of solid Ash units and Oak work tops. Built in appliances include a Neff double oven, Bosch induction hob, double sinks and there is space for a dishwasher and fridge freezer.

- Adjacent to the kitchen is the utility room with space for a washer and dryer. A hallway leads to a downstairs cloakroom and rear garden.

- A staircase leads down to a large cellar divided into two areas currently used as a wine store and store room.

- On the first floor, a bright landing with full-height window offers views across the garden and surrounding orchards, flooding the space with natural light.

- Two generously proportioned double bedrooms at the front of the property mirror the layout of the ground-floor reception rooms, each with built in storage and one with decorative fireplace.

- The principal bedroom suite is accessed via a large adjoining room, ideal as a dressing room, nursery or study. Featuring sash windows, space for wardrobes and a private ensuite shower room with walk in electric shower.

- A family bathroom with a power shower over bath serves this floor.

- On the second floor, there is a spacious insulated attic room with windows and electricity, offering additional living space and storage.

- Outside, the landscaped gardens lead the eye towards a charming walled partition, with mature planting, flowers and patio seating area. A winding path guides you to a private orchard with stunning open views across surrounding farmland and orchards.

SITUATION

Wateringbury is a small village, the history of which can be traced back to the 10th century. It is located about 5 miles south-east of the popular market town of West Malling and 5 miles west of the larger shopping centre of Maidstone.

The village has a lively community and has a village hall, post office, convenience store, hairdressers, tearoom/antiques store and pub/restaurant as well as a good primary school and railway station.
The rail services from Wateringbury (railway station about 0.6 of a mile from the property) serve Paddock Wood (11 minutes) and Maidstone West (9 minutes). Paddock Wood has services to London Charing Cross in around 55 mins and Maidstone West serves London St Pancras (direct and via Strood) from 51 minutes. Train travel to Tonbridge from Wateringbury (direct and via Paddock Wood) takes about 30 minutes.

In addition to Wateringbury primary, there are a number of other primary school options in the nearby villages, including Mereworth, Barming and Kings Hill. Maidstone and Tonbridge both have grammar schools for boys and girls, and Tonbridge School is one of the leading public schools in the country. East Malling, Aylesford and Maidstone have alternative secondary school options.

Nearby Maidstone, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells have large shopping centres, restaurants, cafes, bars and leisure facilities.

DIRECTIONS

From the A26 heading north from Tonbridge, pass through Hadlow, take the second exit at the roundabout crossing Seven Mile Lane, and at the next roundabout take the second exit to stay on the A26 towards Wateringbury. After passing the village sign, continue for about 0.4 of a mile. Shortly after Love Lane on the right, 226 South View House can be found on the left-hand side.

PROPERTY INFORMATION

- Services: Mains gas, electricity, water and drains.
- Local Authority: Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council,
- Council Tax band: D (£2,306.80 for 2025/26)
- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.


Wateringbury is a small village, the history of which can be traced back to the 10th century. It is located about 5 miles south-east of the popular market town of West Malling and 5 miles west of the larger shopping centre of Maidstone.

The village has a lively community and has a village hall, post office, convenience store, hairdressers, tea room/antiques store and pub/restaurant as well as a good primary school and railway station.

The rail services from Wateringbury ( railway station about 0.6 of a mile from the property) serve Paddock Wood (11 minutes) and Maidstone West (9 minutes). Paddock Wood has services to London Charing Cross in around 55 mins and Maidstone West serves London St Pancras (direct and via Strood) from 51 minutes. Train travel to Tonbridge from Wateringbury (direct and via Paddock Wood) takes about 30 minutes.

In addition to Wateringbury primary, there are a number of other primary school options in the nearby villages, including Mereworth, Barming and Kings Hill. Maidstone and Tonbridge both have grammar schools for boys and girls and Tonbridge School is one of the leading public schools in the country. East Malling, Aylesford and Maidstone have alternative secondary school options.

Nearby Maidstone, Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells have large shopping centres, restaurants, cafes, bars and leisure facilities.