Delmonden Lane, Hawkhurst, Cranbrook, Kent, TN18

**CRANBROOK SCHOOL CATCHMENT AREA | AREA OF OUTSTANDING NATURAL BEAUTY**

Introducing this striking five-bedroom detached home, positioned on the outskirts of Hawkhurst village and set within approximately 0.97 acres of beautifully landscaped, wraparound south facing gardens enjoying far-reaching countryside views. The property benefits from a gated driveway providing ample parking, open bay garaging, a workshop, along with a self-contained detached one bedroom annexe and highly flexible family accommodation.
Beautifully presented throughout, this modern family home blends contemporary living with its magnificent natural surroundings. The main accommodation is arranged over two floors, with the additional benefit of a wine cellar on the lower ground floor.

The ground floor opens with a welcoming entrance porch leading into a spacious reception hall. The reception spaces include a sitting room, formal dining room with plantation style shutters and rain sensor Velux windows, a snug/TV room, and a study. A particular highlight is the exceptional open plan kitchen/breakfast/family room, featuring underfloor heating and a log burner. The bespoke kitchen by Oliver James is fitted with high quality cabinetry and includes two Neff wall mounted ovens, a Bora hob, and integrated fridge and freezer. The family area enjoys garden views and opens onto the generous paved terrace via bi fold doors, creating an ideal space for entertaining. A cleverly concealed door provides access to the cellar.

Completing the ground floor is a versatile fifth bedroom with en suite bathroom, ideal as a guest suite, along with a utility room offering space for white goods and a separate WC.

On the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms, all with fitted wardrobes, served by a family bathroom with Jacuzzi style bath. The principal bedroom enjoys beautiful southerly views, while both the principal and second bedrooms benefit from en suite shower rooms.

The detached single storey annexe, situated to the west of the main house, comprises an open sitting room/kitchen, a double bedroom and an en suite shower room, making it ideal for guest accommodation, a home office, or studio use.

The landscaped gardens lie predominantly to the south of the property and include a generous terrace ideal for al fresco dining. Steps lead down to the gardens, which are planted with a variety of colourful shrubs, including rhododendrons and azaleas, alongside mature trees and a charming ornamental pond.


LOCATION :
The property is situated approximately 1.6 miles west of the popular village of Hawkhurst.

Hawkhurst offers a wide range of local amenities including two supermarkets, a doctor’s surgery, dentist, hairdresser, library, and chemist. The village also boasts a Kino cinema, butcher, bakery, café, and a selection of independent shops, together with two wellregarded pubs, The Queen’s Inn and The Royal Oak. Tesco and Waitrose are both conveniently located nearby.

The area is well served by schools for all ages, with the property falling within the highly soughtafter Cranbrook School catchment area.

More extensive shopping, leisure, and dining facilities can be found in the nearby towns of Cranbrook (5 miles), Tenterden (11.9 miles), and Tunbridge Wells (13.6 miles).

For outdoor pursuits, Bewl Water Reservoir at Lamberhurst (5.5 miles) offers sailing, fishing, rowing, and scenic walking routes, while Bedgebury Pinetum (2.5 miles) provides excellent opportunities for walking, cycling, horse riding, and outdoor concerts. The sandy beaches of Camber Sands lie approximately 19 miles to the south.

Mainline rail services are available from Etchingham (4.5 miles) and Staplehurst (10.5 miles), offering regular services to London Bridge and Waterloo East. Highspeed rail connections can also be accessed from Ashford International (22.2 miles), providing journeys to London St Pancras in approximately 37 minutes.