Grade II listed attached delightful barn conversion set in an idyllic rural location on the outskirts of Fordcombe

Description

This beautiful barn is believed to have been built around the 16th century and offers a wealth of original features. It benefits from limestone flooring throughout the ground level with floor to ceiling picture windows overlooking the surrounding countryside and pond at the side and rear. It has two delightful galleried landings on the first and second levels overlooking the living space below which creates a light and spacious environment to live in.

The ground floor consists of an entrance hall with a cloakroom, and dining/seating area with picture windows and French doors leading onto the rear garden patio. The open plan sitting room has an open fire, and windows looking out over the surrounding gardens. The modern kitchen/breakfast room has a breakfast bar, central island with integrated appliances, dining area, and separate seating area. There is also a separate utility room.

The first floor has a galleried landing, which overlooks the beautiful rear elevation, and down into the sitting room/seating area. The principal bedroom has solid oak flooring, dual aspect to the side and rear gardens, with 2 dressing rooms providing a range of shelved and hanging units, and en suite bathroom comprising bath, separate shower, hand basin, bidet and low level WC. There are three further double bedrooms, 2 with fitted wardrobes, and one with en suite, there is another single bedroom which could be suitable as a nursery room, or home office.

Stairs lead to the 2nd floor galleried landing, which opens on to the large 6th bedroom, half the space of the 2nd floor, and is very generous in size.

Externally, The Barn is approached by a pretty, private road, surrounded by gardens and magnificent, uninterrupted views of the surrounding countryside.

Please note, photos were taken more than a year ago, and the property is available for a 6 month let only.

Location

Situated in a lovely secluded location in Fordcombe, this charming Barn has wonderful far reaching views. It is 5.1 miles from Tunbridge Wells or 7.5 to both Hildenborough & Tonbridge station. Fordcombe village has a public house, primary school and cricket ground.

Comprehensive Shopping: Royal Tunbridge Wells with the historic Pantiles and High Street offers a wide selection of shopping facilities with high street brands to smaller specialty shops.

Mainline Rail Services: Tunbridge Wells to Charing Cross or Cannon Street - 50/60 minutes. The Barn is of equal distance from Tonbridge and Hildenborough stations (7.5 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (5.1 miles)
Schools: Kent provides one of the most sought after education systems in the country and is one of the main reasons for many people choosing to move to Tunbridge Wells. Places for many of the schools are in demand. Kent County Council still maintains the Grammar School system for which an 11 Plus entry exam must be taken. There is a broad mix of State, Public, Nursery and Preparatory schools within the area. Further details can be obtained from Kent County Council on[use Contact Agent Button] or via
Leisure Facilities: There are many local places of historical interest, countryside walks, golf at the Nevill Golf Club, sailing and fishing at Bayham Abbey and Bewl Water near Lamberhurst. Easy access to public tennis courts and bowling club in Calverley Grounds. The Nevill LTC and the St John's sports centre. Tunbridge Wells also offers a wide range of restaurants, brasseries and wine bars catering for every taste. The South East Coastal resorts are approximately an hours drive away as is the Channel Tunnel.

Road Links: The M25 can be accessed via the A21, linking to other motorway networks and Gatwick and Heathrow Airports.





Directions

From our office in Tunbridge Wells turn left onto the High Street and at the bottom turn left onto London Road. Continue straight across at the mini roundabout and turn right onto Major Yorks Road at the second roundabout. At the top turn left onto Langton Road, continue through the village of Langton Green and take the turning right signed Fordcombe/Penshurst. Continue along through the village of Fordcombe turning left into Chafford Lane. Continue for approximately 1 mile and Ashcombe Priory can be found on the left hand side. Turn into the driveway and follow the signs along the private road until you reach the property which can be found on your left hand side.

Additional Info

Deposit payable: £4,211.54 (5 weeks rent)
Holding Deposit: £842.31 (1 weeks rent)
Term: 6 month term only