1-bedroom flat · TN17 3AQ
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Description Full description An exceptionally rare opportunity to acquire a characterful ground floor attached property set within the grounds of Bakers Cross House, on the edge of the popular and sought after town of Cranbrook.
This Grade II listed building is steeped in Kentish heritage.
Offering a deceptive amount of internal space, The Music Room Flat offers a generous layout that reflects both period charm and contemporary living potential.
The property sits within the grounds of a substantial historic manor house, and combines architectural presence with unique spatial proportions that set this home apart from typical town centre flats/bungalows.
Inside Enter into the main driveway of Bakers Cross House, pass the parking area, and on the right there there are steps leading up to the timber and glazed French entrance doors.
As you pass through these you are welcomed into, and greeted by the main reception room, once used as a music room for the main house.
With a fantastic tall ceiling, walls covered in fabulous timber panelling, exposed wooden floorboards and a superb open fireplace. With tons of old-world charm this is truly a statement room.
The panelling is reclaimed from a local 17th century stately home with engravings showing There are 3 large windows looking to the front of the building, and a fantastic art deco timber and glazed door leading to the bedroom, and a door with steps leading into:- The kitchen was recently renovated (circa 2022) by the current owners and has a comprehensive range of cupboards, ample worktops, integrated appliances and a door that leads on to the private courtyard garden.
The bedroom is large and bright, again with tall ceilings measuring just under 11 ft tall, there is a pretty fireplace, detailed cornicing and skirting boards- all denoting its Edwardian heritage.
The bathroom leads from the bedroom also recently renovated by the current owners (circa 2022), with steps down onto the tiled floor, comprising of a shower cubicle, low level WC, wash hand basin and a freestanding bath with shower attachment above.
Frosted window to the rear.
Outside The garden is a private, enclosed courtyard styled garden, laid with pavers and pebbles with plenty of space plenty of space for outdoor dining, potted plants and a gate leading onto the road.
There is also 1 allocated parking space to the front of the property.
Situation Located a few minutes walk from the centre of the popular market town of Cranbrook and all its associated amenities and facilities including a primary school, nurseries, a wide variety of independent shops, cafes, restaurants, doctor's surgeries, dentists, Nationwide Building society, a wine bar, a public house/hotel, and recreational facilities including parks, and a leisure centre.
There is access to a number of local attractions including Cranbrook Museum, the town's noted landmark the Union Windmill, and within easy reach of areas of outstanding natural beauty with local attractions including several vineyards, Castles, and Bedgebury Pinetum.
The A21 and A229 road networks give access to the M25 for Gatwick and Heathrow airports, and the M20 to Dover and Ashford International Station.
Staplehurst mainline station is about 6 miles and offers frequent services to London (the journey taking about 1 hour) and Ashford International. Set within the favoured C.S.C.A.
Internal viewing is essential to appreciate exactly what is on offer, and a trip into Cranbrook is highly recommended.... Agents note: Tunbridge Wells Borough Council Tax Band C.
In line with money laundering regulations (5th directive) all purchasers will be required to allow us to verify their identity and their financial situation in order to proceed. Tenure: Freehold
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