An attractive two bedroom end-of-terrace over 55’s bungalow within this popular village in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

Description

Built in the late 1980’s, 20 Cross Lane is part of this sheltered scheme for the over 55’s, with well-presented accommodation and decorative coving throughout, comprising a sitting room with an archway into the dining room, kitchen with integrated appliances, conservatory with views of the surrounding gardens and two double bedrooms, one with Jack and Jill access into the family bathroom, and two useful storage cupboards. From the dining room and conservatory, sliding and French doors open out to the West-facing side terrace and rear garden, whilst the dual-aspect sitting room features a square bay window to the front, a window overlooking the side terrace and gardens, and a fireplace fitted with an electric coal-effect fire.

The kitchen is fitted with shaker-style units with wooden worktops, and integrated appliances including an oven, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave and hob. There is a ceramic sink with a window above offering views of the rear gardens.

The garden wraps around three sides of the property, the front and back areas offering a seamless perspective over the equally colourful neighbouring gardens. Meanwhile, a walkway from the front leads around to the side terrace with raised beds via a pergola archway enjoying a climbing clematis and wisteria, offering a more private space for outdoor living. The single garage lies in the northern block of garages and is accessed directly from the communal forecourt, where parking spaces for visitors are also provided.

Location

20 Cross Lane Gardens stands within the former grounds of Cross Lane House, on the Northwestern fringes of the sought-after village of Ticehurst, the centre of which can be reached in a few hundred yards on foot by pavement. This picturesque village is popular with families and enjoys a thriving local community with activities to suit all ages from the Village Hall and Club, Dale Hill Golf Course, Scout group, Gardeners’ Association, Womens’ Institute and recreation ground. Local amenities include a general store with post office, pharmacy, greengrocer, dry cleaner, café, artisan bakery, florist, art gallery, several public houses and good bus services. Wadhurst (approximately 3.4 miles) offers a wider selection of shops and more comprehensive leisure and shopping opportunities can be found in Tunbridge Wells (approximately 10.6 miles).

Being the only spa town in the Southeast of England, Tunbridge Wells offers elegant architecture and extensive cultural, entertainment and shopping attractions, including theatres, cafés and restaurants, national retailers and characterful independent shops on the High Street and historic Pantiles, known for its charming Georgian colonnade and summer Jazz festivals, and regular craft and food markets. Nearby Camden Road a variety of restaurants, coffee shops, an artisan bakery, Italian deli, beauticians, fishmongers, butcher, green grocers and so much more with an eclectic mix of independent shops.

Mainline rail services: Wadhurst (approximately 4.8 miles) has services to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) and Cannon Street from 1 hour 4 minutes, with journey times to Tunbridge Wells, en route to London, from 8 minutes.

Communications: The A21, approximately 3.1 miles to the East, provides links to the M25 and thereby to the national motorway network, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and the Channel Tunnel terminal.

Square Footage: 956 sq ft
Leasehold with approximately 962 years remaining.


Directions

From Tunbridge Wells proceed out of the town on the A267, passing through the village of Frant and then taking the left turn towards Wadhurst (B2099). Continue through the village of Wadhurst and the hamlet of Wallcrouch, turning left about a mile after Wallcrouch into Cross Lane, signposted to Three Leg Cross and just before the Highways sign denoting Ticehurst village. Take the first right turning into Cross Lane Gardens and carry on to the end of the road where the entrance to the development is on the left. Number 20 can be found through the arch and across the communal square, in the far left-hand corner of the scheme.

Additional Info

Tenure: Leasehold, 999 years from 24 June 1987.

Services: Mains gas-fired central heating. Mains water, electricity and drainage.

Outgoings: Rother District Council:[use Contact Agent Button].

Service charge: £1020.00 per annum for the communal garden upkeep, reviewed annually.

Agents note: A tree preservation order is present at Cross Lane Gardens. The property is in an Area of Outstanding Natural beauty.