House for sale in Woodbury Park Road, Tunbridge Wells

Accommodation

A magnificent Victorian family home where elegant period architecture has been thoughtfully enhanced by a striking contemporary extension, creating a truly distinctive character property that successfully blends heritage with modern family living. Situated on a highly desirable road in the popular St John’s district of Tunbridge Wells, this substantial and beautifully reimagined home offers approximately 3,776 sq ft of highly flexible accommodation, with six double bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms, two detached garden studios, landscaped gardens and off-street parking for up to five cars.

Lovingly maintained and sympathetically improved, this exceptional Tunbridge Wells period home combines original period features with carefully considered modern enhancements. Its impressive proportions, flexible living spaces and two garden studios, including business-use planning permission for the principal studio, make it particularly well suited to modern family life, home working and multi-generational living. All this is within easy walking distance of excellent schools, independent cafés, the town centre and mainline rail connections.

The Living Accommodation

The house immediately establishes its Victorian character, with limestone steps rising to the original glazed front door with stained-glass detailing. Beyond, a wide entrance hall introduces the generous proportions and period features that continue throughout the property. To the rear is one of the defining features of the house: a spectacular contemporary extension incorporating the architect-designed kitchen and dining space. Designed as a focal point for family life and entertaining, this wonderfully sociable area combines original character, including a working fireplace and ornate ceiling cornicing, with full-width aluminium-framed bi-fold doors opening seamlessly onto the landscaped gardens.

The kitchen is fitted with bespoke Kutchenhaus cabinetry complemented by bold Corian work surfaces. A comprehensive range of appliances includes AEG double electric ovens, an induction hob, two integrated dishwashers, integrated fridge-freezer and separate wine fridge. A floor hatch provides access to a full-height cellar, while a rear door leads conveniently to the generous side return. At the heart of the original house is an inviting snug, centred around a working fireplace with its original terracotta marble surround. Double doors positioned either side of the fireplace connect this room with the larger sitting room, where a south-facing bay window creates an abundance of natural light and a further feature fireplace provides another attractive focal point.

Original exposed floorboards, generous sash windows, fireplaces and decorative detailing give these rooms the warmth and individuality of a true character property, while their interconnecting arrangement provides the flexibility required for contemporary family lifestyle.

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

The bedroom accommodation is another particular strength of this luxury family home, with six double bedrooms and a separate study arranged across the two upper floors. The principal bedroom is beautifully light and benefits from an en suite bathroom with freestanding bath, walk-in shower and Burlington fittings. Two further double bedrooms are located on the first floor, together with a separate study or home office and a combined shower and utility room finished with distinctive red metro tiling.

The second floor provides three additional double bedrooms and a further bath/shower room with a clean monochrome finish, creating excellent flexibility for children, teenagers, guests or multi-generational living. Thoughtful modern technology has also been incorporated throughout the house and garden studios, including Hive thermostatic heating controls and Hue smart lighting, further demonstrating how successfully this Victorian home has been adapted for modern living.

Gardens and External Space

The beautifully landscaped gardens are a defining part of the property and create a wonderfully private oasis behind the house. Thoughtfully arranged across a series of levels and terraces, they offer a succession of spaces for family life, entertaining and relaxation. A central lawn is framed by mature planting and established fruit trees, including plum, medlar, quince, fig and banana, while an ornamental pond provides a tranquil focal point. A second pond sits at the lower level alongside the principal garden studio, adding to the garden's secluded atmosphere. Two detached garden studios provide exceptional flexibility and represent one of the property's most unusual and valuable features.

The principal studio is discreetly positioned at the lower level of the garden and benefits from an entrance hall, bathroom facilities, air conditioning and independent gated side access. The main room features bi-fold doors overlooking the garden, with a further separate office alongside. Crucially, planning permission has been granted for business use, creating considerable potential for a professional home office, studio or workspace separate from the main house.

Its position has been carefully considered so that it does not overlook the house, allowing the workspace and family home to operate independently. At the upper level, a second cedar-clad garden studio provides another versatile space complete with its own kitchen and WiFi connectivity. Outside, the deck incorporates a hot tub, creating an appealing setting for relaxation.

Together, the two studios offer unusual flexibility for home working, creative pursuits, fitness, independent teenage living or other ancillary uses, making them a significant differentiator for buyers looking for a long-term family home.

Additional outbuildings include a workshop, garden shed, wood store and bike storage. To the front, a private gravel driveway provides off-street parking for up to five vehicles, an especially valuable feature for a substantial family home of this scale.

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

 Property Construction – Brick and block

Property Roofing – slate tile

Electricity Supply -  National Grid

Water Supply -  Direct mains water

Sewerage – Standard UK domestic

Heating - Central heating (gas)

Broadband – cable

Mobile Signal / Coverage -  good

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Building Safety –  no known concerns

Restrictions – no known concerns

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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The property occupies a popular residential road in the sought-after St John’s area of Tunbridge Wells, combining a peaceful residential setting with the convenience of being within walking distance of town, excellent schools, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and rail connections. Camden Road, with its eclectic selection of independent businesses, is approximately a 13-minute walk away, while the historic Pantiles, renowned for its Georgian architecture, restaurants, cafés, seasonal events and cultural attractions, is also readily accessible. For commuters, High Brooms station is around a 15-minute walk and provides regular services to London Charing Cross, London Bridge and London Cannon Street, while Tunbridge Wells mainline station is also within easy reach. Road connections provide convenient access to the M25, Gatwick Airport and Ashford International.