House for sale in Newcomen Road, Tunbridge Wells

This semi-detached Grade II listed cottage was designed by architect and social reformerHenry Roberts circa 1847 and is one of seven pairs in the road which are quite unique in their style, especially for this area of the town. The current owners bought the cottage 9 years ago and have made various improvements during their ownership including replacing the windows to double glazing, updating the kitchen and bathroom and replastering and redecorating throughout. The property now offers immaculately presented accommodation, finished to a high standard, and this super home is therefore ready to move into and enjoy.

The entrance hall opens into the living space with a window overlooking the front garden and a decorative fireplace as a focal point with built-in cupboards to either side. A very useful pantry offers plenty of fantastic storage and there is space to have both relaxed seating and a small dining table in the room. The kitchen is to the rear with a door to the garden and has been fitted with bespoke, shaker-style painted wooden units with quartz worksurfaces. We understand the integrated fridge/freezer and dishwasher are to remain with the freestanding Stoves electric cooker possibly available by separate negotiation. Tiled flooring runs throughout the ground floor and a turned staircase from the sitting room leads upstairs.

The main bedroom is a lovely double, partially below eaves, with plenty of character from the wooden flooring and cast iron fireplace. The second bedroom is a single room, perfect for a child or as a study, again with wooden flooring. Both bedrooms have built-in wardrobes offering plenty of storage and there is also access to additional under eaves storage from the stairwell. The bathroom is fitted with a white suite of bath with shower over, WC and a wash basin with storage beneath.

Outside, a key attraction of this property is the driveway parking which is extremely rare for homes of this size and in this location. The driveway currently fits one large car or two smaller cars. The front garden is predominantly laid to lawn with well-stocked flower borders which come alive in the summer months. A side gate leads to the rear garden which wraps around the side and rear of the cottage and enjoys sunshine throughout the day. A lawned garden to the side, with flower borders featuring a variety of established shrubs and perennials, leads to a brick courtyard garden area with a utility room housing the boiler and laundry facilities. The garden enjoys a good degree of privacy and the space to the side of the cottage offers the potential, subject to the necessary consents, for possible enlargement if desired.

This super home really does need to be viewed in person to fully appreciate the use of the space and quality of the finish. The location is extremely convenient, set within the friendly and vibrant community of St John’s, and the garden size and driveway parking really set this property apart from others in the area.

Material Information Disclosure -

National Trading Standards Material Information Part B Requirements (information that should be established for all properties) 

Property Construction - Brick and block

Property Roofing - Slate

Electricity Supply - Mains

Water Supply - Mains

Sewerage - Mains

Heating - Gas

Broadband - FTTP

Mobile Signal / Coverage - Good

Parking – Driveway

National Trading Standards Material Information Part C Requirements (information that may or may not need to be established depending on whether the property is affected or impacted by the issue in question)

Building Safety - No known issues

Restrictions - Grade II Listed

Rights and Easements - None known

Flood Risk - None known

Coastal Erosion Risk - N/A

Planning Permission - None known

Accessibility / Adaptations - None

Coalfield / Mining Area – N/A

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Newcomen Road is a residential road within the St John’s area of the vibrant spa town of Tunbridge Wells. It is a short stroll to a great selection of shops and eateries for day to day living and the town centre with its wonderful range of coffee shops, bars, restaurants and extensive shopping facilities is also within easy reach. For commuters, the bus stop for the Centaur commuter coach is at the top of the road and Tunbridge Wells mainline station is approximately 15 minutes walk away with regular services to London within an hour. For families, the coveted grammar schools, St John’s Primary School and Bennett Memorial School are all within walking distance.