Balaclava Lane, Wadhurst
Offers in Excess of £425,000

A charming and immaculately presented Victorian mid terrace cottage positioned on a quiet country lane with a woodland and countryside outlook, comprising three bedrooms, a family bathroom, open plan kitchen/dining room, living room with fireplace and a pretty tiered courtyard garden plus off road parking for two cars. Village shops and amenities within one mile. EPC Rating: D

This beautifully presented terraced cottage, built in the early 1900s, is located on the rural outskirts of Wadhurst village. The property enjoys bright and airy rooms with the accommodation arranged over three floors.

Approaching the property, steps lead to the front door. Inside the entrance hall is a staircase to the first floor and a door through to the cosy living room, which includes an open fireplace with decorative brick surround, a bay sash window, shelving and built in cupboards, wood laminate flooring and a panelled glazed door through to the kitchen/dining room.

The stunning country style open plan kitchen is an exceptionally bright room comprising an array of wall and base cupboards, tiled splashback, Oak worktops, sink with drainer and mixer tap over, wood flooring, inset lighting and window to rear aspect. There is space for a Range cooker with extractor hood above, a dishwasher, upright fridge/freezer, washing machine and a tumble drier.

The generous size dining area includes a semi conservatory with glass roof and bi-folding doors opening to rear south facing garden, a useful understairs storage cupboard and wood flooring.

On the first floor there are two bedrooms, a double with decorative fireplace and a single, both have sash windows with views and built in cupboards. Also, there is a family bathroom comprising panelled bath with shower attachment over, vanity unit with wash basin atop, WC, sash window to rear, heated towel radiator, tiled walls and flooring.

The fabulous dual aspect master bedroom situated on the second floor, is a really good sized double with plenty of natural light. This room offers under eaves storage space and beautiful woodland views.

Outside, the front garden has a hedge border and gravelled area, ideal for seasonal planters. Adjacent to the cottages is a paved area with two designated parking spaces. The attractive rear tiered courtyard garden is wall and fenced enclosed and has a variety of mature vibrant shrubs with steps leading to an elevated seating area. There is also a garden shed, storage box and outside tap.

Location:

The property is located in the very popular Sparrows Green area, a mile from the High Street. Wadhurst is a very attractive and characterful village with a pretty, predominantly Period High Street in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which has much to offer.

Wadhurst also offers Churches of various denominations within a good and strong community. From a social point of view there are many choices to be made from Period Inns, Gastro Pubs, Restaurants, Cafés, an Art Gallery and many Societies and Clubs.

From a shopping perspective there is a very good local supermarket and Post Office, a family run butcher’s shop, greengrocer, chemist, delicatessen, florist, hairdressers, a high quality gift shop and ladies outfitters, an excellent library and book shop. Wadhurst also benefits from very good local doctor, dentist and vet practices.

There is an excellent choice of education and care from Nurseries and Primary Schools through to Secondary schools, for both boys and girls, in the private and state sector. Nearby leisure facilities include tennis, an excellent children’s playground and a Community Sports Centre.

There are also beautiful walks on the numerous footpaths and bridleways that criss-cross the area, the ever popular Bedgebury Pinetum and Bewl Water Reservoir which offers sailing and other outdoor pursuits.

Railway stations can be found at Wadhurst (1.5 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (7 miles). These provide a fast and regular service to London Charing Cross, London Bridge and Cannon Street. There is also a regular bus service to Tunbridge Wells.

All mains services connected.
Council Tax Band: D