Somerville Gardens, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4

One of three beautifully refurbished apartments within a handsome period property, perfectly situated close to the center of Tunbridge Wells.

Description

Built circa 1890, 2 Somerville Gardens is a fine example of period charm meeting contemporary style. The property has undergone an impressive refurbishment in recent months, to provide three spacious and luxurious apartments. The impressive room proportions are typical of the period and this apartment is no exception, with a spacious reception hall, high ceilings, large sash windows and accommodation arranged across almost 1,600 sq ft. Many of the original features are still intact, including decorative cornicing and coving, deep skirting boards, and decorative feature fireplaces.

The generously proportioned kitchen/breakfast room lies to the rear of the apartment benefiting from an abundance of light and the impressive kitchen is centred around a large island with striking quartz worktop provides plenty of preparation space. Bespoke base and wall cabinetry provide good storage and a range of integrated appliances, including Belfast style sink, bosch microwave oven, electric oven, and free-standing range oven with plenty of room for informal dining at the breakfast bar.

The West facing sitting / dining room features a striking fireplace and mantel, creating an attractive focal point and excellent entertaining space. There are two generously sized bedrooms one with an impressive en suite shower room. The third bedroom provides flexible space and could of course be used as a study for today's working from home needs, with a stained glass window typical of the period which looks out towards Somerville Gardens. A bathroom and separate WC complete the accommodation.

Flat 2 and Flat 3 are accessed via a shared communal entrance to the side of the building.

Flat 2 will have access to an area of private garden located at the rear of the property.

Parking – There are two allocated parking spaces per apartment, further visitor parking on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Location

Tunbridge Wells is the only spa town in the Southeast of England, with elegant architecture and a variety of cultural, entertainment and shopping attractions, including the historic Pantiles, known for its charming Georgian colonnade, summer Jazz festivals, regular food and craft markets and Chalybeate Spring. The town offers excellent cultural, leisure and shopping attractions including two theatres locally at The Assembly Halls and Trinity Theatre, together with the newly rejuvenated civic centre, The Amelia Scott. The town enjoys an abundance and wide variety of cafés and restaurants with a mixture of national multiple retailers and independent shops.

Somerville Garens is located to the west of the centre of Tunbridge Wells, within close proximity of Tunbridge Wells Common with its network of criss-cross footpaths leading to local landmark Wellington Rocks and the Higher Common Ground cricket pitch offering a wealth of opportunities for walking and recreation.

The flat benefits from a highly convenient location, well placed for both ends of the town, the Royal Victoria shopping centre and for the very good amenities in the St. John's area to the north side of Tunbridge Wells. In St. John's there are a number of "mini" supermarkets, including Sainsburys Local, M&S Food and Waitrose. There are many cafés, bars and restaurants, hairdressers and local independent shops, including Basil Wholefoods, Even Flow record & coffee shop, The Cheese Shop, Vintage Emporium and Phoenix Antiques.

The Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre and renowned Nevill Golf Club are within convenient reach, there are also tennis facilities at St Johns and the Nevill grounds and good access to local cycle routes.

State and Private Schools: There are many highly-regarded schools in Tunbridge Wells, including Skinners, TWGGS, TWGSB, Rose Hill prep school, Bishops Down Primary & Nursery School, St John’s CE primary, Bennett Memorial Diocesan and St Gregory’s secondary schools, to the north in Tonbridge, Judd, TGSG and Weald of Kent Grammar. Public schools at senior level include Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Eastbourne and Brighton.

Mainline rail: Tunbridge Wells (approximately 1.5 miles) and High Brooms (approximately 1.6 miles) with fast and frequent services to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) and Cannon Street with journey times from 50 minutes. The Centaur Commuter Coach service also stops along Mount Ephraim.

Communications: The A26 joins the A21 just North of the town, linking through to the M25 (junction 5) London orbital motorway and thereby to the national motorway network, and to the South coast. Gatwick Airport is about 23 miles to the West, accessible via the motorway or via the A264.

Square Footage: 1,596 sq ft



Additional Info

Local Authority Tunbridge Wells Borough Council.

Services: Mains gas, electricity, water & drainage.

Lease: Please note a new 999 years lease will be issued.

Ground Rent: £0

Service Charge: Currently under review £