Location

Clarence Road benefits from a very central location in Tunbridge Wells, in a highly convenient position, approximately 0.4 miles on foot of The Pantiles and High Street and approximately 0.2 miles on foot from the train station.

The historic spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells exists thanks to the discovery of the natural Chalybeate Spring in 1606 by well-travelled English nobleman Dudley Lord North, and is conveniently located approximately 30 miles south of London, surrounded by countryside and offering a popular base for City commuters. The town offers excellent cultural, leisure and shopping attractions including cafés, restaurants and two theatres locally at The Assembly Halls and Trinity Theatre, together with the newly rejuvenated civic centre, The Amelia Scott.

The High Street offers many restaurants including The Ivy and The Warren, and so many choices for delicious cakes, fresh bread and coffee; including Juliet's, Fine Grind, Gails and the Italian delicatessen Arte Bianca. 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.

There are several parks and open green spaces within Tunbridge Wells, including the town’s 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. Hargate Woods are accessible off Broadwater Down, whilst The Nevill Golf Club and Nevill tennis and cricket ground are nearby in Warwick Park.

The surrounding countryside is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and boasts several places of historic interest and attractive walks, including the famous Ashdown Forest together with sailing and fishing at Bewl Water near Wadhurst. The award-winning Bedgebury National Pinetum and Forest is also nearby, and is now recognised as the most complete collection of conifers on one site anywhere in the world and offers further woodland walks, cycling, riding, and outdoor music concerts.

State and private schools: There are many highly-regarded schools in the area including Holmewood House Preparatory School in Langton Green, Rose Hill School in Tunbridge Wells, Claremont Primary, Kent grammars in Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge and independent secondaries in Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Brighton, Eastbourne and Mayfield.

Mainline rail and commuter coach: Tunbridge Wells station (approximately 0.2 miles) has regular services to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) from 54 minutes and Cannon Street from 51 minutes. The Centaur Commuter Coach service also stops at Tunbridge Wells Station, together with other various stops located around Tunbridge Wells.

Communications: The nearby A21 links directly to London and to the M25 (junction 5) and thereby the national motorway network, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and the Channel Tunnel terminus, together with easy access to the south coast to Hastings and Eastbourne.

Description

Forming part of this delightful period property, this impressive and stylish penthouse is immaculately finished throughout in a modern, minimalist style, with open-plan living ideal for entertaining friends and family.

Some impressive features throughout include a central staircase topped by a stunning glass atrium providing an abundance of natural light, together with a bespoke electrical fireplace with storage, voice controlled automated scene lighting, and a balcony fitted with a remote control heating system, providing views towards The Common.

The stylish kitchen is fitted with shaker-style cabinetry topped with marble worksurfaces providing an abundance of storage and preparation space. The kitchen also benefits from a range of integrated appliances, together with a central island which provides a useful area for informal dining, whilst the dining area provides a wonderful space for more formal dining.

The sitting area benefits from a bespoke fitted electric fire, with built-in storage for audio visual equipment, continuing with the modern and minimalist style. Steps rise to the balcony, providing views towards The Common.

The principal bedroom is of particular note, with a bank of recessed fitted storage cupboards, and a 'spa inspired’ en suite bathroom, with a freestanding bath, separate shower, sink basin and WC. There is a further bedroom, which is served by the family bathroom.

Outside, there is under croft parking for up to two vehicles, together with a triple locked storage area to one side. The apartment is suitable for those looking for a central home from which to enjoy all the amenities of the town, either for a permanent home, or a stylish 'lock up and leave’ property.

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