House For Sale £1,300,000
A striking, sizeable, detached family house with a flexible layout, generous garden and home office in this sought-after residential location within the popular village of Langton Green
Description
Cedar House is a detached family house with a striking cedar shingle tile exterior, found in this highly-regarded area of Langton Green. The property is believed to date back to the mid 1930s and has been both updated and extended over time and is now well-suited to the needs of the modern-day family. The generous and well-presented accommodation house provides much flexibility and can be configured to suit individual needs.
On entering through the reception hall, the generous ground floor is arranged to offer a formal sitting room with an impressive fireplace and log burner, this room connects to the dining room through glazed wooden doors giving the option to open/close these rooms off whenever required. The highly stylish and contemporary open-plan kitchen/breakfast room, centers around a large island with striking worktops and base and wall cabinetry providing good storage, plenty of preparation space and a range of integrated appliances, including an eye-catching gas fired AGA, with plenty of room for more informal dining and entertaining. A shower room and wc off the reception hall completes the ground floor accommodation for the main house.
The first floor is home to the principal bedroom, with plenty of built-in storage, an ensuite shower room, there are two further double bedrooms together with a separate, large family bathroom.
The integral annexe can be entered both externally from the front of the house and internally via the main house through the kitchen/breakfast room. The annexe comprises a double bedroom and a shower room with a modern fitted kitchen with an electric oven and gas hob, space for a washing machine and space for a free-standing fridge/freezer. The kitchen is open to the sitting/dining room which has French doors leading to the rear terrace and garden.
Outside: A paved terrace spans the back of the house, which is ideal for outdoor entertaining with a large expanse of lawn, perfect for child's play. The garden enjoys a selection of specimen plants and trees to the borders providing colour and interest and screening. A paved pathway leads from the terrace to the home office which is modern, stylish and at over 300 sq ft, provides a very comfortable place from which to work from home, fitted with a sink, coffee/tea station and a wc.
Cedar House enjoys a very generous corner plot with gated, driveway parking for several vehicles and further detached garaging which is accessed via Dornden Drive.
Location
Cedar House is found in this highly-regarded and sought-after residential area within the popular village of Langton Green, which is situated within 2.5 miles of Tunbridge Wells. In the village itself, there is a highly-regarded 'gastro-pub' - The Hare, overlooking the Village Green, where the popular annual summer fete is held, an Indian restaurant, All Saints Church, newsagent, Pavilion Café, as well as the Village Hall with a purpose-built nursery, a petrol station/convenience store and the Groombridge Farm Shop, specialising in produce from Kent and Sussex, is also within 2 miles.
Tunbridge Wells provides comprehensive amenities, shopping and recreational facilities, a wide selection of pubs and restaurants including The Ivy, Thackerays and The Warren. There are many choices for delicious cakes, fresh bread and coffee on the High Street; including Juliet's, Fine Grind, Gails and the Italian delicatessen Arte Bianca and fresh fish and seafood is available at Sankey's fishmongers, with numerous shops and independent boutiques offering so much more. The High Street is linked by the delightful Chapel Place walkway to the historic Pantiles, known for its charming Georgian colonnade and summer Jazz festivals, together with regular craft and food markets. Further attractions within the town include two theatres at The Assembly Halls and Trinity Theatre, together with the newly rejuvenated civic centre, The Amelia Scott. Royal Victoria Place shopping centre, originally named after Queen Victoria who was a frequent visitor to Tunbridge Wells, offers a mix of High Street brands and independent retailers. Knights Park leisure and entertainment complex is approximately 5 miles, offering a multi-screen cinema complex, bowling alley, and a health/fitness club.
Private and state schools: Langton Green has a village Primary School rated 'Outstanding' (approximately 1.1 mile on foot) and the house is within immediate proximity of Holmewood House Preparatory School (approximately 0.8 mile on foot) (entered off Holmewood Ridge with the exit via Hither Chantlers). At secondary level there are many well-regarded schools in the area, including the Grammar schools in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells and private schools at Tonbridge for boys, Mayfield for girls and co-ed options at Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Eastbourne, Upper Dicker and Brighton.
Commuting: Tunbridge Wells Station is approximately 2.4 miles and has regular services to Charing Cross and Cannon Street via London Bridge. The popular Centaur commuter bus also has a pick-up point within the village.
Communications: The M25 (junction 5) is approximately 15.5 miles to the north, Gatwick airport about 21 miles, Heathrow airport approximately 57 miles and the Eurotunnel at Folkstone approximately 48 miles.
Leisure: Golf at the Nevill in Tunbridge Wells and at Lamberhurst and the Royal Ashdown in Forest Row. Water sports at Bewl Water and a variety of country pursuits throughout the area. Private Health clubs in Tunbridge Wells.
Square Footage: 2,741 sq ft
Directions
Postcode - TN3 0AD. From the Langton Road (A264) turn into Dornden Drive, travel along the road for approximately 0.2 miles, the driveway for Cedar House is accessed via Dornden Drive just after the turning for Monteith Close.
Additional Info
Services - Mains Gas, Electricity, Water and Drainage.
Local Authority - Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.
Agents Note: Please note Cedar House is a Colt House construction with later, modern additions.
Description
Cedar House is a detached family house with a striking cedar shingle tile exterior, found in this highly-regarded area of Langton Green. The property is believed to date back to the mid 1930s and has been both updated and extended over time and is now well-suited to the needs of the modern-day family. The generous and well-presented accommodation house provides much flexibility and can be configured to suit individual needs.
On entering through the reception hall, the generous ground floor is arranged to offer a formal sitting room with an impressive fireplace and log burner, this room connects to the dining room through glazed wooden doors giving the option to open/close these rooms off whenever required. The highly stylish and contemporary open-plan kitchen/breakfast room, centers around a large island with striking worktops and base and wall cabinetry providing good storage, plenty of preparation space and a range of integrated appliances, including an eye-catching gas fired AGA, with plenty of room for more informal dining and entertaining. A shower room and wc off the reception hall completes the ground floor accommodation for the main house.
The first floor is home to the principal bedroom, with plenty of built-in storage, an ensuite shower room, there are two further double bedrooms together with a separate, large family bathroom.
The integral annexe can be entered both externally from the front of the house and internally via the main house through the kitchen/breakfast room. The annexe comprises a double bedroom and a shower room with a modern fitted kitchen with an electric oven and gas hob, space for a washing machine and space for a free-standing fridge/freezer. The kitchen is open to the sitting/dining room which has French doors leading to the rear terrace and garden.
Outside: A paved terrace spans the back of the house, which is ideal for outdoor entertaining with a large expanse of lawn, perfect for child's play. The garden enjoys a selection of specimen plants and trees to the borders providing colour and interest and screening. A paved pathway leads from the terrace to the home office which is modern, stylish and at over 300 sq ft, provides a very comfortable place from which to work from home, fitted with a sink, coffee/tea station and a wc.
Cedar House enjoys a very generous corner plot with gated, driveway parking for several vehicles and further detached garaging which is accessed via Dornden Drive.
Location
Cedar House is found in this highly-regarded and sought-after residential area within the popular village of Langton Green, which is situated within 2.5 miles of Tunbridge Wells. In the village itself, there is a highly-regarded 'gastro-pub' - The Hare, overlooking the Village Green, where the popular annual summer fete is held, an Indian restaurant, All Saints Church, newsagent, Pavilion Café, as well as the Village Hall with a purpose-built nursery, a petrol station/convenience store and the Groombridge Farm Shop, specialising in produce from Kent and Sussex, is also within 2 miles.
Tunbridge Wells provides comprehensive amenities, shopping and recreational facilities, a wide selection of pubs and restaurants including The Ivy, Thackerays and The Warren. There are many choices for delicious cakes, fresh bread and coffee on the High Street; including Juliet's, Fine Grind, Gails and the Italian delicatessen Arte Bianca and fresh fish and seafood is available at Sankey's fishmongers, with numerous shops and independent boutiques offering so much more. The High Street is linked by the delightful Chapel Place walkway to the historic Pantiles, known for its charming Georgian colonnade and summer Jazz festivals, together with regular craft and food markets. Further attractions within the town include two theatres at The Assembly Halls and Trinity Theatre, together with the newly rejuvenated civic centre, The Amelia Scott. Royal Victoria Place shopping centre, originally named after Queen Victoria who was a frequent visitor to Tunbridge Wells, offers a mix of High Street brands and independent retailers. Knights Park leisure and entertainment complex is approximately 5 miles, offering a multi-screen cinema complex, bowling alley, and a health/fitness club.
Private and state schools: Langton Green has a village Primary School rated 'Outstanding' (approximately 1.1 mile on foot) and the house is within immediate proximity of Holmewood House Preparatory School (approximately 0.8 mile on foot) (entered off Holmewood Ridge with the exit via Hither Chantlers). At secondary level there are many well-regarded schools in the area, including the Grammar schools in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells and private schools at Tonbridge for boys, Mayfield for girls and co-ed options at Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Eastbourne, Upper Dicker and Brighton.
Commuting: Tunbridge Wells Station is approximately 2.4 miles and has regular services to Charing Cross and Cannon Street via London Bridge. The popular Centaur commuter bus also has a pick-up point within the village.
Communications: The M25 (junction 5) is approximately 15.5 miles to the north, Gatwick airport about 21 miles, Heathrow airport approximately 57 miles and the Eurotunnel at Folkstone approximately 48 miles.
Leisure: Golf at the Nevill in Tunbridge Wells and at Lamberhurst and the Royal Ashdown in Forest Row. Water sports at Bewl Water and a variety of country pursuits throughout the area. Private Health clubs in Tunbridge Wells.
Square Footage: 2,741 sq ft
Directions
Postcode - TN3 0AD. From the Langton Road (A264) turn into Dornden Drive, travel along the road for approximately 0.2 miles, the driveway for Cedar House is accessed via Dornden Drive just after the turning for Monteith Close.
Additional Info
Services - Mains Gas, Electricity, Water and Drainage.
Local Authority - Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.
Agents Note: Please note Cedar House is a Colt House construction with later, modern additions.
