London Road, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN1

A beautifully presented two bedroom apartment in a prime, central Tunbridge Wells location within 0.2 mile walk to the station.

Description

A stylish second floor apartment set within this sought after development, featuring a high specification interior and attractive views across Tunbridge Wells Common. The property offers open plan living, a study area, private south facing terrace, and an allocated parking space. No8 Castle House is a beautifully presented two bedroom two bathroom apartment showcasing charming period features throughout, including high ceilings, decorative coving, deep skirting boards, and sash style windows.

Situated on the upper floors, the front door opens into a well proportioned entrance hall, cleverly arranged to create a dedicated study area, along with a generous storage cupboard and guest WC. The flat is fitted with parquet flooring and underfloor heating, extending through the sitting room and kitchen. The stylish, well appointed kitchen features shaker style cabinetry topped with quartz worktops, offering excellent storage and preparation space. Integrated appliances include an induction hob, oven, wine fridge, fridge freezer, dishwasher, and washer/dryer. The sitting room benefits from two large sash windows that flood the space with natural light, a decorative surround, and ample room for a dining table.

A French door leads out to the terrace, while two additional doors open to the bedroom suites. The front bedroom enjoys a dressing area and en suite shower room, while the rear bedroom features an en suite and French doors opening directly onto the terrace.

Outside - Accessed from both the sitting room and rear bedroom, the south facing terrace is a standout feature of the apartment. The generous, decked area is bordered by railings and high fencing, providing a sheltered and secluded space ideal for relaxing and entertaining. The property also benefits from one allocated parking space.

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 live music festivals, regular food and craft markets and Chalybeate Spring; there are two theatres locally at The Assembly Halls and Trinity Theatre, together with the rejuvenated civic centre, The Amelia Scott.

8 Castle House is just a 0.6 mile walk 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, two artisan bakeries, fishmongers, green grocers and so much more.

On foot, Tunbridge Wells’ renowned outdoor amenities, including nearby Calverley Grounds, Dunorlan Park and The Common, all lie within a mile. There are cricket and tennis facilities at the Nevill grounds approximately 0.8 miles on foot, and the renowned Nevill Golf Club is approximately 1.9 miles away.

By road, Bewl Water Reservoir (approx. 9.3 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 11.2 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 (approximately 8.2 miles) offering picturesque gardens against the backdrop of a moated medieval castle and Victorian country mansion, with beautiful parkland, woodland and traditional hop gardens to enjoy.

Private and State Schools: There are many highly-regarded schools in the vicinity, including The Wells Free School (Primary), St John’s CE primary, 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, Bennett Memorial Diocesan and St Gregory’s secondary schools. Preparatory schools in Tunbridge Wells include Rose Hill and The Mead, with Holmewood House slightly further afield in Langton Green.

Mainline station: Tunbridge Wells (approximately 0.2 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.
All distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 1,025 sq ft



Additional Info

Services: Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.

No Ground Rent