Grove Hill Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1

Well presented first floor floor apartment found in this central location in Tunbridge Wells perfectly placed for nearby parks, schools, the High Street, Pantiles and station.

Description

Flat 50A is one of three apartments within a handsome Victorian townhouse on this popular residential road in the sought-after and attractive "Village area" of Tunbridge Wells, just 0.2 miles on foot from the mainline station.

Located on the upper floors, the apartment has been kept in very good order by my clients, having always been owner-occupied, and would be an attractive option for use as a very convenient "lock-up and leave" central town base or as an investment opportunity.

The property is well presented throughout with a fresh, neutral colour scheme. The accommodation is light and well-proportioned, with lovely period features including high ceilings, sash windows, decorative cornicing, coving, and deep skirting boards.

The kitchen enjoys a lovely outlook towards the town and is fitted with modern gloss wall and base units and several integrated appliances. While the sitting room features a decorative fireplace and a large square bay window with dual aspects overlooking both Guildford Road and Grove Hill Road.
The principal bedroom benefits from soft light and built in wardrobes. The second double bedroom, currently arranged as a study/work from home space. A spacious bath and shower room completes the accommodation.

A 'twitten' at the end of Guildford Road provides access to the open space of nearby Grove Park, and the property is also well placed for Calverley Park and Tunbridge Wells Common.

Parking - Guildford Road is Zone A. Residents are entitled to two permits per household and visitors’ vouchers via Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.

Location

Grove Hill Road is a short distance from the centre of Tunbridge Wells and the open spaces of the parks, including Grove Park and The Common. A striking listed stone pillared arch denotes the entrance from the junction with Grove Hill Road, which leads down to the mainline station, reached within 0.2 miles on foot.

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 0.2 miles, 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, Gails and the Italian delicatessen Arte Bianca. Fresh fish and seafood is 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 0.6 miles on foot and offers a mix of High Street brands and independent retailers.

Knights Park leisure and entertainment complex is within approximately 3.4 miles, offering a multi-screen cinema complex, bowling alley, and a health/fitness club. There are several 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 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 0.2 miles) 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: 824 sq ft



Additional Info

Local Authority: Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Services: Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.