Yew Tree House, Eridge Green TN3 9JU

Yew Tree House Eridge Road | Eridge Green | Tunbridge Wells | Kent | TN3 9JU Yew Tree House.indd 1

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Seller Insight This large and extremely attractive family home, which is believed to date back to the 17th century, occupies an enviable countryside location on the fringes of the delightful village of Eridge. “We understand that the property began life as two cottages, however in 1997 they were combined and extended to form this lovely big home,” says the owner. “We came here twelve years ago and I’d say that it was a combination of this beautiful setting and the size and character of the house itself that sold it to us; my wife fell for it before even setting foot through the front door!”

“The previous owners had done all the hard work in terms of renovating the property, and they had done a super job so when we bought it it was in really good condition and we didn’t need to do a thing. Over time we’ve freshened up the décor and we’ve had the carpets replaced, but apart from that it’s been just been a case of keeping it really well maintained. It’s a wonderfully spacious house, so a really comfortable family home, and it retains lots of lovely period features including inglenook fireplaces, exposed timbers and both the sitting room and dining room are heavily beamed, so it’s has a lot of character and charm. However more than anything it’s a very comfortable home that’s ideal for modern family living and we’ve been extremely happy here.”

“The house is completely enveloped by the garden, which extends to around two thirds of an acre, and on three sides the view is of open fields and woodland, so we enjoy a wonderful feeling of seclusion,” continues the owner. “We have a very nice patio terrace, which can be accessed via the French doors from both the sitting room and the study, a large driveway that sweeps round the double garage and then the rest of the space is laid to lawn, which means it’s all very easy to maintain. It’s a lovely big space and in my mind has so much potential to be further enhanced.”

“There are so many lovely rooms in the house, but one of my favourites is the study,” says the owner. “It has a very peaceful atmosphere and a beautiful view of the garden, and the fact that we have very fast Internet makes it a lovely place to work.”

“I love the fact that within both the house and the garden you get this wonderful feeling of seclusion, however we are by no means isolated,” says the owner. “I work in Crowborough and my wife works in Tunbridge Wells and we’re almost equidistant between the two so we both enjoy very easy commutes. However at the end of the day we can come home to all of this, which is an absolute joy.”

“On the first floor we have a super little annex,” says the owner. “It has a large sitting room, a good-size bedroom, a wet room and a kitchen, and it can be accessed from the outside via a little bridge which leads to the top of the garden, or from inside the house, so it’s ideal for guests and could be great for a dependant relative.”

“This has been a lovely home for the past twelve years and we’d be happy to stay for many more, but the fact of the matter is it’s just too big for my wife and I,” says the owner.

“I’ll miss the space and the whole atmosphere of the house, the garden and this beautiful setting. It’s a fantastic family home.” *

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Step inside Yew Tree House

This very impressive family home is located on a prominent ridge just to the south of Tunbridge Wells on the fringes of Eridge village and close to a nature reserve and the Eridge Park estate. The closest mainline rail station is just 2 minutes by car and offers direct services to central London in around 1 hour.

MAIN RESIDENCE ENTRANCE Wooden entrance door opening into:

The property itself is set well back off the A26 Eridge Road, which connects Tunbridge Wells (around 3 miles to the north east) to Crowborough (around 3.5 miles to the south west). The property is approached via its own long driveway accessed behind powered entrance gates. A large parking area provides ample space for residents and their guests to safely park with the double garage offering secured storage.

GROUND FLOOR W.C. Double glazed window to front. Low level W.C. Wall mounted wash hand basin.

Radiator. Fitted carpet.

The main residence was formed from the merger of two period cottages that were Grade II listed in 1982.

Extensions and modifications were made by former owners to create what is now a very impressive family home with an attached annexe. At present the main house enjoys five bedrooms, with a sixth located within the annexe. There are four distinct reception rooms in the main house, plus another within the annexe. There is an attractive blend of period character coupled with the more contemporary feel of the extensions. All of the fittings are reasonably modern but may be considered to be in need of enhancements.

The property sits quite centrally in a plot of around 2/3rds of an acre. The grounds are mainly laid to lawn with tall conifer screening along the front boundary. A secondary access leads to the rear of the garden. This right of way has been disused for sometime.

HALLWAY Flank window to front. natural fibre entrance matting. Overhead skylight window. Understairs storage cupboard. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

LOUNGE Double glazed windows to rear. Double glazed French doors to side. Brick fireplace opening with Bressumer beam and multi-fuel stove. Beamed walls and ceiling. Radiators. Fitted carpet.

DINING ROOM Double glazed windows to side and rear. Open fireplace with brick surround. Beamed walls and ceiling. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

STUDY Double glazed window to front. Double glazed French doors to side. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

FAMILY ROOM Double glazed window to rear. Built in storage and display furniture. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

BREAKFAST ROOM Double glazed window to rear.

Radiator. Tiled floor. Open plan to: KITCHEN Double glazed window to rear. One and a half bowl acrylic sink unit inset into roll fronted counter top. Cupboard and drawer base units below.

Inset hob with microwave below. Integrated dishwasher. Range of upright cabinets housing electric double oven/grill. Range of eye level wall cabinets and extractor hood. local wall tiling. radiator. Tiled floor.

Properties of this size and displaying such potential are rare. Potential buyers will be impressed by what’s on offer today - but may be even more inspired when they consider the true potential of this home.

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UTILITY ROOM Double glazed window to side. One and a half bowl stainless steel sink unit inset into roll fronted counter top. Range of base units below. Two upright storage cupboards. Plumbing for washing machine and space for tumble dryer. Local wall tiling. Radiator. Tiled floor.

INTEGRAL BOILER CUPBOARD (Accessed externally) Housing gas fired boilers serving house and annexe.

Electric consumer units.

REAR LOBBY Door to front. under-stairs storage cupboard. Internal staircase to annexe. Radiator. Tiled floor.

STAIRCASE TO FIRST FLOOR Hand rail and balustrade. Fitted carpet.

LANDING Double glazed window to front. Beamed walls and ceiling. Built in closet. Airing cupboard housing water cylinder.

MASTER BEDROOM Double glazed windows to rear and side. Beamed walls and ceiling. Walk in closet with double glazed window to rear. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

EN-SUITE Double glazed window to rear. Tiled shower enclosure. Low level W.C. Panelled bath. Twin pedestal wash hand basins. Local wall tiling. Radiator/towel rail. Fitted carpet.

BEDROOM Double glazed windows to rear and side. Built in wardrobe. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

EN-SUITE Double glazed window to side. Tiled shower enclosure. Low level W.C. Pedestal wash hand basin.

Radiator/towel rail. Local wall tiling. Vinyl flooring.

BEDROOM Double glazed window to front. Built in wardrobes. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

BEDROOM Double glazed window to front. Built in bedroom furniture. pedestal wash hand basin. Radiator.

Fitted carpet.

FAMILY BATHROOM Double glazed window to front. Panelled bath. Tiled shower enclosure. Low level W.C. Pedestal wash hand basin. Radiator/towel rail. Local wall tiling.

STAIRCASE TO SECOND FLOOR. Fitted carpet.

BEDROOM Double glazed window to rear. Double glazed Velux windows to side. Built in bedroom furniture.

Radiator. Fitted carpet.

EN-SUITE Double glazed Velux window to side. Tiled shower enclosure. Low level W.C. Pedestal wash hand basin. Built in storage. Local wall tiling. Radiator. Vinyl flooring.

ANNEXE ENTRANCE Via wooden walk way and wooden entrance door opening into: ENTRANCE HALL Radiator. Fitted carpet.

INNER HALLWAY Built in storage cupboard. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

LOUNGE (OR FIFTH RECEPTION ROOM) Double glazed windows to side and rear. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

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ANNEXE BEDROOM (OR SIXTH BEDROOM) Double glazed window to rear. Built in wardrobe. Radiator. Fitted carpet.

EN-SUITE Double glazed window to side. Low level W.C. Pedestal wash hand basin. Walk in shower area. Full wall tiling. radiator/towel rail. Vinyl flooring.

OUTSIDE The overall plot of around 2/3rds of an acre are predominantly laid to lawn with a large paved terrace adjoin the westerly end of the main house. A tall line of conifers across the southerly boundary provide privacy, although if this screening was lowered extensive and far reaching views may be revealed. Light stock fencing affords views across agricultural fields behind.

DRIVEWAY & PARKING Powered entrance gates lead to a long tarmacadam driveway and a generous parking area for several vehicles.

DETACHED GARAGING A detached garage building with twin up and over doors. Power and light.

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Grade II Listed EPC Exempt

Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright Š 2018 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in England and Wales.

Company Reg No. 06959315 Registered Office: Morgan Alexander Kent Ltd (formerly Fine & Country Kent Ltd.) 36 King Street, Maidstone, Kent ME14 1BS. * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent. Printed 18.05.2018

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