An immaculate and stylish Grade ll listed townhouse, in this popular and charming setting.

Description

14 Calverley Park Crescent is a Grade II* listed townhouse, positioned towards the middle of this fine Regency crescent, designed by Decimus Burton and constructed between 1832 and 1835 of local Tunbridge Wells stone. Originally, these properties provided shops and services to the grand villas in Calverley with the accommodation above, but by 1837 they reverted to full residential use. Elements of the shop fronts still remain although they have been sympathetically updated to blend as one, with the wonderful period details. The property retains much of its original character and this has been unspoilt over the years in its adaptation to family life, although it has certainly benefitted recently from a very sympathetic and stylish updating throughout. The accommodation is steeped in period features and set out over four floors, accessed by its original turned staircase, complete with the polished mahogany rail and stick balusters. The impressive first floor Drawing room is of particular note, with its feature 'Regency style' marble fireplace surround, its elegant proportions and high ceiling with mouldings and picture rail, and with fine twin, full height window casements, including working shutters and French doors, opening to the rear facing roof terrace, which overlooks the delightful communal grounds.
The ground floor hall, dining room and kitchen are all fitted with very elegant walnut parquet flooring and the kitchen is imaginatively designed and fitted with stone worksurfaces, contemporary style units and display shelving. This is all complemented by Miele appliances, including an oven, separate steam oven, a gas hob, plus an integrated dishwasher and larder fridge The principal bedroom is found on the second floor, along with the large bathroom/dressing room, with fitted wardrobes and a traditional style suite. Bedroom four is on the first floor and could alternatively be a study, with working shutters, book shelving and panelling, while the lower ground floor has a secondary entrance out to Crescent Road, comprising two rooms, either as bedrooms 2 and 3, or alternatively as one bedroom and a sitting room, with a kitchenette and shower room, giving the option here for a self-contained apartment.

Outside, there is a communal walkway, on a raised colonnade approach, giving access to the front door, which looks out across the landscaped communal garden. There is parking for up to two residents' cars in the private road, plus one permit for visitors' parking. However, please note that parking in the Crescent is controlled by the Trustees of Calverley Park Crescent (currently two residents), so is not included in the Title and therefore the residents have no legal right to park.

Location

Tunbridge Wells is the only spa town in the Southeast of England, with elegant architecture and a variety of cultural attractions, including the historic Pantiles, known for its charming Georgian colonnade, summer Jazz festivals, regular food and craft markets and Chalybeate Spring; there are two theatres locally at The Assembly Halls and Trinity Theatre, together with the newly rejuvenated civic centre, The Amelia Scott.

Calverley Park Crescent enjoys a highly convenient location in the very heart of the town, just 500ft from the Victoria Place shopping centre and within a mile of the Pantiles and High Street and is therefore, ideally placed to enjoy all the shopping, entertainment and recreational benefits that Tunbridge Wells has to offer, with an abundance of cafés, renowned restaurants such as Thackeray's and The Ivy and a good mixture of national multiple retailers and independent shops. Nearby Camden Road, offers a great selection of further independent local restaurants, numerous coffee shops, bottle shop, an artisan bakery, fishmongers, green grocers and so much more.

On foot, Tunbridge Wells’ renowned outdoor amenities, including neighbouring Calverley Grounds, Dunorlan Park and The Common, all lie within less than a mile. There are cricket and tennis facilities at the Nevill grounds (1.9 miles) and the renowned Nevill Golf Club is 2.2 miles away.

By road, Bewl Water Reservoir (10 miles) offers a wide range of activities including fishing, sailing, rowing and wonderful walks around the reservoir. The award winning Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is within approximately 12 miles 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. The National Trust run Scotney Castle (9.4 miles) offering picturesque gardens against the backdrop of a moated medieval castle and Victorian country mansion, with 780 acres of beautiful parkland, woodland and traditional hop gardens to enjoy.

Private and State Schools: There are many highly-regarded schools in the vicinity, including St. James Primary School, the 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 station: Tunbridge Wells (about 0.5 miles) with regular services to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) and Cannon Street. The Centaur Commuter Coach also stops at the station, providing an alternative route to the City.

Communications: The property is also well placed for access to the Pembury Road and the A21 beyond. The A21 serves Tunbridge Wells, giving access to the M25 to the north and the coast to the south.

Square Footage: 1,921 sq ft



Additional Info

Services: Mains gas-fired central heating. Mains water, electricity and drainage.

Local Authority: Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

The gardens and all of the land at Calverley Park Crescent is held in a trust. The Resident's Association organises the upkeep of the communal areas, approx £600 per annum.

Calverley Park Crescent is a private road. Each property is issued with 3 parking permits (two residents parking permits, and one visitor's permit).