For Sale6 Bedroom Detached Cottage in Garden Cottage, The Ferns, Tunbridge Wells, TN1 2JT£2,000,000

What the owners say: We bought this unusual property some 37 years ago as we were instantly attracted to the quiet location right in the centre of Tunbridge Wells yet completely off road and we have been very happy here. The house is hidden behind a cul-de-sac so it is very safe for kids and pets. However it is now time for us to downsize although we shall continue to live in the area as it is so delightful. While we have been here we purchased two of our neighbours’ gardens allowing us to remove a tall wall that was taking a lot of light and gave us space to build the annex for elderly family members. The location is perfect for walking to the nearby Calverley and Dunorlan Parks and it is only a half mile stroll to the station and the town centre. The A21/M25 is easily accessible for motorists wanting to go to Tonbridge or Sevenoaks, a trip to the countryside, the beach or the airport while golfing enthusiasts can play their game at the nearby Neville Golf Club. Tunbridge Wells or, more formally Royal Tunbridge Wells, became a famous spa town in Regency times when it was frequented by the aristocracy who came to take the waters and enjoy the entertainment organised by Beau Nash. Much of this historic town was developed during that time including the famous Pantiles that now offers a delightful mix of independent shops, bars and restaurants, while the rest of the town also includes high street stores, a variety of excellent eateries, individual shops, hair and beauty salons and a number of luxury and boutique hotels as well as retail parks and a station with trains that will get you to London within an hour. With regard to education there are two nursery schools and St James’ primary school within easy walking distance while the popular Claremont Primary is only a mile away. There are a number of other primary and secondary schools rated Outstanding by Ofsted including St Peters’ C of E primary and the Bennett Memorial Diocesan School, the St Gregory’s Catholic School and Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar School secondary schools. You will also find excellent private schools in the area including Rosehill, The Mead, Holmewood House and Beechwood prep and secondary school that is less than a quarter of a mile from the house. Additional entertainment facilities include a nine-screen Odeon cinema, the Trinity cinema, the well-respected Assembly Theatre and exhibitions in the Amelia Scott cultural centre. For sports enthusiasts there are a variety of sports clubs including cricket, football and rugby as well as the indoor sports and a swimming pool while the tennis club is one of the oldest in the country with 21 courts including 8 grass courts.