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Bullingstone Lane, Tunbridge Wells, TN3

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

5

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

1,730 sq ft

161 sq m

TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

  • Beautifully presented detached family home situated on the periphery of the charming and desirable village of Speldhurst
  • Idyllically positioned in a 3 acre south facing plot offering the very best of countryside living
  • Elegant master bedroom with a private roof terrace overlooking the gardens
  • 4 further bedrooms and 2 bathrooms
  • Open plan living and dining room with separate reception room, showcasing the home's rural beauty with exposed beams and countryside views
  • Well equipped kitchen with sleek handleless cabinetry and high-end integrated appliances, with separate utility room
  • Exceptionally generous and secluded garden with large stone terrace, expansive lawn, a natural spring feeding the pond, and mature woodland offering a haven for wildlife
  • Private driveway and garage ensuring ample off road parking
  • Ideally situated for commuters seeking a more rural home life, as it just 10 minutes drive to Tonbridge train station which offers fast and frequent trains to London
  • Within easy reach of the outstanding rated Speldhurst Primary School as well as other highly regarded primary and secondary schools

Description

Set within approximately three acres of enchanting parkland on the outskirts of the charming village of Speldhurst, this beautifully presented detached family home offers truly quintessential English country living. Combining timeless charm with stylish contemporary touches, the property enjoys an idyllic setting surrounded by countryside, mature trees, and an abundance of wildlife, creating a peaceful retreat of exceptional character.

Approached via a private driveway, the cottage immediately captivates with its picture-perfect façade draped in a magnificent swathe of wisteria. On entering, there is an immediate sense of warmth, light, and space. The triple-aspect living room is generous in size and flooded with natural light throughout the day. A substantial fireplace sits at one end of this elegant yet comfortable family space.

The open-plan design flows seamlessly into the dining room, which enjoys a desirable southerly aspect and French doors opening directly onto the gardens and terrace beyond. This arrangement creates an effortless connection between the interior and the surrounding landscape.

To the right of the dining area is a well appointed kitchen, contemporary in style yet perfectly in keeping with the character of the cottage. Featuring sleek cabinetry, high-end integrated appliances, and thoughtfully designed workspace, the kitchen combines practicality with understated style. A charming barn door leads directly on to the terrace, offering lovely views and further enhancing the connection to the natural surroundings in which the property sits.

On the opposite side of the dining area is a delightful snug, providing a cosy and intimate retreat. Beyond this lies a generous utility room, offering excellent additional storage and practical space for everyday living.

Upstairs, the property hosts four well proportioned double bedrooms plus a single bedroom. The generous principal bedroom is positioned to the rear of the house, benefitting from the tranquil southerly aspect across the gardens, and this elegant room is made even more special by its own private roof terrace, creating a peaceful sanctuary from which to enjoy the changing seasons and uninterrupted natural beauty.

The three remaining double bedrooms are situated to the front of the property and enjoy delightful countryside views, along with glimpses of the vibrant wisteria that adorns the front elevation and frames the windows beautifully during the warmer months. The single bedroom enjoys views over the garden and could work equally well as a charming home office.

The property is served by two spacious bathrooms. One is a contemporary shower room featuring floor-to-ceiling tiling and lovely garden views, while the second offers a more traditional style complete with a bath, perfectly suited to family living.

Sitting in approximately 3 acres of private parkland, the outside is where the property becomes truly extraordinary. The grounds are a haven for wildlife, with deer, ducks, geese, and moorhens regularly seen. A spacious south-facing stone terrace provides the perfect setting for outdoor dining and entertaining, all while enjoying spectacular views across the gardens. A large pond with water features sits directly ahead, framed by mature trees. Beyond the extensive lawn lies a beautiful area of natural woodland, where a spring-fed stream gently feeds the pond. This remarkable self-sustaining ecosystem offers all the beauty of nature with minimal upkeep, creating an idyllic countryside retreat of rare quality and charm.

To the front, there is a private driveway and garage offering ample off road parking for residents and guests.

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Property Construction – brick and block

Property Roofing – vendor does not know

Electricity Supply -  National Grid

Water Supply -  Direct mains water

Sewerage – Domestic/small sewage treatment plants

Heating -  Air source heat pump

Broadband – FTTP (fibre to the premises)

Mobile Signal / Coverage -  poor

 

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Building Safety –  no known concerns

Restrictions – conservation area

Rights and Easements – no known concerns

Flood Risk -  no known concerns

Coastal Erosion Risk - no known concerns

Planning Permission -  no known concerns

Accessibility / Adaptations -  no known concerns

Coalfield / Mining Area -  no known concerns

 

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EPC Rating: D

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This wonderful home is idyllically situated within walking distance of Speldhurst, a thriving and highly sought after village thanks to its primary school, Parish church and general store with post office. Speldhurst itself is within easy driving distance of the convenient market town of Tonbridge and the vibrant spa town of Tunbridge Wells with its array of restaurants, a choice of supermarkets, extensive shopping, independent outlets and leisure facilities, plus beautiful open spaces and parks. There are excellent schooling options in the immediate area, both in the independent and state sectors, including those in the sought-after Kent Grammar system at secondary level. The mainline station is 10 minutes drive away, offering fast and frequent services to London and if you want to escape to the south coast, then the lovely seaside towns are only 30 miles distant.

Garden

3 acres of beautiful private parkland with stone paved terrace overlooking the large pond and expansive lawn, bordered by natural woodland offering a haven for wildlife.

Parking - Driveway

Private driveway parking for 3-4 cars

Parking - Garage

Garage with electric door providing parking for 1 car

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Band: G
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Garage,Driveway
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Private garden
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Affordability

Monthly repayments£6,269
Property: £ 1,250,000
Deposit: £ 125,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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About Maddisons Residential Ltd, Tunbridge Wells

18 The Pantiles Tunbridge Wells Kent TN2 5TN
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When Deborah Richards founded Maddisons Residential in 2013 she wanted to build an estate agency based on truly exceptional service, proactive and honest advice and an utter passion to sell a client's property for the best price, to the best buyer, in line with their timescales. She combined her many years of working in wealth management with renovating and selling numerous properties, to deliver the ultimate estate agency experience. Now, with an established team and a dominance in family properties in all core Tunbridge Wells' postcodes, this aspiration has become a reality. Maddisons Residential receive over 90% of their business from client referrals, have been voted to be an "Exceptional Agent" in 2025 in the Best Estate Agency Guide, have countless 5 star ratings on Google and consistently exceed industry averages in terms of % of asking price achieved and time to secure a sale. They also have a fierce reputation for holding a deal together once an offer is received, with an envied fall through rate of just 7%. In 2017, Maddisons branched into lettings, where this overriding objective to deliver truly exceptional service continued. Many landlords cite that Maddisons are their "trusted advisor" on their investment property portfolio. Maddisons' strapline that excellence is not a skillset, it's an attitude, are words that they live and breathe by, and they cannot wait to show you how.

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