Hildenborough Road, Shipbourne, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
3
- SIZE
1,647 sq ft
153 sq m
- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Key features
- Detached cottage of 1647 sq ft
- Rural location
- 3 Acres of land
- Stables, barn and outbuildings
- Three bedrooms
- Garage
Description
DESCRIPTION
Situated in a peaceful country lane on the rural fringes of the picturesque village of Shipbourne, this enchanting detached cottage is being introduced to the market for the first time in approximately half a century. There is potential to modernise and extend subject to the usual planning permissions.
Peacocks sits within about three acres of mature grounds and includes a barn, stables, tack room and various other outbuildings. These offer fantastic scope for a range of uses, from equestrian pursuits to workshops or further development (subject to planning consent).
The property offers an idyllic blend of rustic seclusion and convenient access to nearby schools, transport links, and amenities. A true haven for nature lovers and those seeking a country lifestyle.
FEATURES
- Currently accessed via the rear into a large reception room with a convenient cloakroom.
- The kitchen is fitted with a range of units and with space for appliances and enjoys views over the garden and beyond.
- Leading off the kitchen are a practical boot room and a separate garden room, each offering direct access to outside.
- At the front of the cottage is the main sitting room with views over the front garden and access to the front porch.
- Adjacent is the dining room also enjoying views to the front and offering a direct link to the kitchen.
- Upstairs are three double bedrooms and a family bathroom.
- Wrap around tranquil cottage garden with multiple seating areas, a patio and greenhouse. Separate garage.
- Extending beyond the immediate garden, the grounds include a generous paddock and a collection of outbuildings: two stables, a tack room, an open barn, a third stable, and a tool shed.
ADDITIONAL THREE ACRE FIELD (TBV) WITH AN OPEN HAY BARN FURTHER UP THE LANE AVAILABLE BY SEPARATE NEGOTIATIONS.
SITUATION
The property is located in a rural area 0.5 miles from the sought after village of Shipbourne, which lies within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with its award-winning weekly farmers market and the popular Chaser Inn pub.
The Greensand Way, named after the sandstone ridge, which crosses Hampshire, Surrey and Kent, crosses through Shipbourne and is popular with walkers. There are also some lovely walks to be enjoyed locally up to Ightham Mote, a 14th century Manor house owned by the National Trust and on the the Fairlawne Estate, a 1,000 acre landed-estate which stretches from Shipbourne into neighbouring Plaxtol.
Plaxtol (2.3 miles) has a village store and post office. Local shops can be found at York Parade, Tonbridge (3 miles) and Hadlow (4 miles). More comprehensive Shopping can be found at Tonbridge (4 .1miles) and Sevenoaks (6.2 miles) both of which have an excellent selection of shopping and recreational facilities including restaurants, bars, cafes, leisure centres and sports clubs.
There are a good number of well-regarded schools in the local area including Shipbourne, Plaxtol and Ightham primary schools. Grammar schools in Tonbridge and the grammar annexes in Sevenoaks as well as many Independent senior and Preparatory schools in the area.
Golf courses locally include Poult Wood, Hilden Golf Centre and Nizels Golf & Health Club in Hildenborough as well as Knole Park and Wildernesse in Sevenoaks. There are Leisure Centres in Tonbridge and Sevenoaks as well as many other sporting clubs including football, hockey, rugby and cricket.
Tonbridge Station (4.9 miles) and Hildenborough Station (3.5 miles) with services to Charing Cross and Cannon Street (London Bridge from about 34 minutes).
The M25 (Jct 5) is easily accessible via the A21 (3.7 miles) giving access to London, Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted Airports and the Channel Tunnel Terminus or you can access the M20/M26 at Wrotham/Wrotham Heath (6.4 miles).
All distances are approximate.
DIRECTIONS
From the A21 Morleys roundabout take London Road/B245 towards Hildenborough. After 1.5 miles turn left onto Mill Lane and continue for 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Hildenborough Road and continue for 1.3 miles and the turning can be found on the right marked Tinley Farm, the property is the first house on the right as you enter the lane.
PROPERTY INFORMATION
- Services: Mains electricity and water, private drainage and oil.
- Local Authority: Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council,
- Council Tax band: F (£3,376.22 for 2025/26)
- Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation.
The property is located in a rural area 0.5 miles from the sought after village of Shipbourne, which lies within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with its award-winning weekly farmers market and the popular Chaser Inn pub.
The Greensand Way, named after the sandstone ridge, which crosses Hampshire, Surrey and Kent, crosses through Shipbourne and is popular with walkers. There are also some lovely walks to be enjoyed locally up to Ightham Mote, a 14th century Manor house owned by the National Trust and on the the Fairlawne Estate, a 1,000 acre landed-estate which stretches from Shipbourne into neighbouring Plaxtol.
Plaxtol (2.3 miles) has a village store and post office. Local shops can be found at York Parade, Tonbridge (3 miles) and Hadlow (4 miles). More comprehensive Shopping can be found at Tonbridge (4 .1miles) and Sevenoaks (6.2 miles) both of which have an excellent selection of shopping and recreational facilities including restaurants, bars, cafes, leisure centres and sports clubs.
There are a good number of well regarded schools in the local area including Shipbourne, Plaxtol and Ightham primary schools.
There are highly regarded Grammar schools such as Judd, TOGS and the grammar annexes in Sevenoaks as well as many Independent senior and Preparatory schools in the area.
Golf courses locally include Poult Wood, Hilden Golf Centre and Nizels Golf & Health Club in Hildenborough as well as Knole Park and Wildernesse in Sevenoaks. There are Leisure Centres in Tonbridge and Sevenoaks as well as many other sporting clubs including football, hockey, rugby and cricket.
Tonbridge Station (about 4.9 miles) and Hildenborough Station (3.5 miles) with services to Charing Cross and Cannon Street (London Bridge from about 34 minutes). Borough Green (4.7 miles) with services to Charing Cross/Cannon Street (London Bridge from about 37 minutes).
The M25 (Jct 5) is easily accessible via the A21 (3.7 miles) giving access to London, Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted Airports and the Channel Tunnel Terminus or you can access the M20/M26 at Wrotham/Wrotham Heath (6.4 miles).
Brochures
Particulars- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: F
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Hildenborough Road, Shipbourne, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11
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