Penshurst Road, Penshurst, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11

A well-presented, generously proportioned apartment, enjoying exceptional views, set within this prestigious country estate on the edge of the sought-after village of Penshurst.

Description

The Estate offers secure and convenient living in the heart of the beautiful Kent countryside on the outskirts of the historic village of Penshurst and within the High Weald National Landscape. The original Swaylands House was built in the mid 1800s and later extended and sold to the banker George Henry Drummond, a close friend of Edward VII, who is reputed to have been a regular guest. Between the wars the house was used as a specialist hospital and then a school from the 1950s until the end of the 1980s.

Flat 9, Drummond Hall is a very well presented apartment, approaching 2100 sq ft, within a purpose built building, the apartment offers a very generous and flexible layout with glorious and far reaching views over the communal gardens and neighbouring countryside.

There are three light, spacious double bedrooms, all benefitting from fitted wardrobes and ample room for further furniture and all with their own well-appointed en suites.

The stylish fitted kitchen is very well equipped, with a range of integrated appliances and base and wall units providing good storage and preparation space. There is ample room for a large dining table, with French doors open to a private, balcony ideal for outdoor dining in the warmer months with wonderful far reaching views over the estate and countryside beyond. A separate utility room provides space for further white goods and useful further storage.

There are two reception rooms, the sitting room which also opens to the kitchen/diner. The more formal drawing room with feature fireplace, Juliette balcony and with French doors also opening onto the balcony.

Outside - The 40 acres of communal parkland creates a wonderful setting and includes a historic and dramatic listed rockery, once thought to be the largest rockery in Europe, and an attractive lake. A tennis court is available for residents’ use, as is a gym within the main building.

There is one allocated parking space and a garage with further visitor parking available.

Location

The property occupies a convenient position, on the edge of the historic village of Penshurst, famous for its 14th Century stately home, Penshurst Place, which was once owned by Henry VIII. The picturesque village is surrounded by beautiful Kent countryside, now known as the High Weald National Landscape.

The village boasts a thriving community and amenities include a Church, village hall, tea room, post office, garage, the Leicester Arms public house, monthly Farmers market, and has immediate access to beautiful countryside walks and the regional cycle route known as the Tudor Trail, which runs from Tonbridge Castle alongside the River Medway, out into the countryside and to the glorious buildings of Penshurst Place. Penshurst cricket pitch is one of England’s oldest and lies within the grounds of Penshurst Place. There are two further popular country pubs within about 2.2 miles of the apartment, The Spotted Dog and The Bottle House Inn.

There are several local amenities and clubs nearby, including cricket, angling societies, and a bridge club. For those seeking outdoor pursuits, the nearby Bough Beech reservoir (approx. 5.8 miles) provides opportunities for sailing enthusiasts, with golf available at Hever (approx. 5.8 miles) and Nizels Golf & Fitness Centre in Hildenborough (approx. 6.8 miles).

Comprehensive shopping: Penshurst enjoys the enviable position of being within convenient reach of the facilities of three large towns; Tunbridge Wells (approximately 6 miles), Tonbridge (approximately 4 miles) and Sevenoaks (approximately 10 miles).

Schools: Penshurst has its own highly regarded primary school, with further primary schools in nearby Fordcombe and Chiddingstone. There are a number of other well-regarded schools in the area, including the sought after grammar schools in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells and private schools such as Holmewood House Preparatory School in Langton Green and Sevenoaks and Tonbridge at secondary level.

Mainline rail: Penshurst (about 2.5 miles) to London Cannon Street from 57 minutes and to London Victoria from just over an hour. Hildenborough (about 5 miles) to London Charing Cross/Cannon Street from 41 minutes.

Communications: The A21 is accessible at Tonbridge and links to the M25 and national motorway networks and thereby to Heathrow and Gatwick airports, the channel ports and Channel Tunnel Terminus.
All distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,096 sq ft



Directions

Postcode: TN11 8DF. On arrival at the main gates, bear round to the right, following signs to Drummond Hall, which is in the far right corner.

Visitor parking is available.

Additional Info

Local Authority: Sevenoaks District Council

Service charge covers maintenance of the building, grounds, communal areas, lift and gym. Reviewed annually.

Services: Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage.