Higham Lane, Tonbridge, Kent, TN11

An attractive converted Granary situated in a rural and tranquil location enjoying views over the surrounding countryside, situated within a delightful development of farm buildings. DESCRIPTION Grange Farm is a delightful hamlet of converted farm buildings in a tranquil rural location between Hadlow and Shipbourne and is reached via a long drive passing the communal duck pond and lawn. The Granary has been renovated by the present owner to provide a stylish home successfully blending the character of the original property with modern contemporary living including a magnificent open plan kitchen/reception room with wonderful countryside views. FEATURES - Limestone tiling and underfloor heating throughout the ground floor. - Entrance lobby/boot room with adjacent cloakroom that provides access to the boiler room. - The heart of the home is the generously proportioned open-plan kitchen/reception room with feature stone fireplace and woodburner with a contemporary glass and wood staircase. The kitchen area boasts a range of sleek, white high gloss cabinets with ample storage including deep pan drawers and granite worktops. An island unit provides additional workspace and seating. Integrated appliances include a single oven, electric hob, extractor hood, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washing machine. Flooded with natural light, this space opens onto the garden through a set of French doors, offering picturesque views of the surrounding fields. - The principal bedroom with vaulted ceiling has fitted wardrobes and an ensuite bathroom. The ensuite comprises a bath with a handheld shower, a wet room-style shower enclosure with a glass screen, wc and basin. - Two further bedrooms, one with fitted wardrobes. - The well appointed family bathroom includes a bath with handheld shower, a wet room-style shower enclosure with a glass screen, wc and basin. - Outside, there is a brick paved terrace for entertaining and a shed for storage. The garden is mainly laid to lawn with a wonderful outlook over the adjacent fields. - The Granary has two allocated parking spaces with additional visitor parking. SITUATION Grange Farm is a delightful farmyard development in a rural location between the villages of Hadlow and Shipbourne. The property is surrounded by Greenbelt countryside and offers numerous countryside walks and bridle paths. Shipbourne (2.3 miles) is situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Conservation Area and has an award-winning weekly farmers market and the popular Chaser Inn pub. The area is well known for Ightham Mote, a 14th Century Manor House owned by the National Trust. There are some lovely walks to be enjoyed locally up to Ightham and on the Fairlawne Estate, a 1,000 acre landed-estate which stretches from Shipbourne into neighbouring Plaxtol. Local shops can be found at York Parade, Tonbridge (1.9 miles) and Hadlow (2 miles). More comprehensive Shopping can be found at Tonbridge (2.8 miles) and Sevenoaks (8.6 miles) both of which have an excellent selection of shopping and recreational facilities including restaurants, bars, cafes, leisure centres and sports clubs. There are a good number of well regarded schools in the local area including Shipbourne, Plaxtol and Hadlow primary schools. Highly regarded Grammar schools including Judd, TOGS are in Tonbridge, the grammar annexes in Sevenoaks as well as many Independent senior and Preparatory schools in the area. Golf courses locally include Poult Wood, Hilden Golf Centre and Nizels Golf & Health Club in Hildenborough as well as Knole Park and Wildernesse in Sevenoaks. There are Leisure Centres in Tonbridge and Sevenoaks as well as many other sporting clubs including football, hockey, rugby and cricket. Tonbridge Station (about 3.6 miles) has fast and frequent services to London Charing Cross/Cannon Street (London Bridge in about 35/40 minutes). The A25 links with the A228 (Seven Mile Lane) in turn giving access to The M20/M26 at Wrotham/Wrotham Heath, leading to M25 and motorway network. Alternatively, the M25 (jct 5) is easily accessible via the A21 (4 miles). Both provide access to Gatwick, Heathrow and Stansted International Airports, Bluewater Shopping Centre, Channel Tunnel Terminus and Ports. PROPERTY INFORMATION - Services: Mains water & electricity. Communal metered renewable heat source system. Shared private drainage. - Communal Service Charge: £1,700 per anum - Local Authority: Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council, 01732 844522 - Council Tax band: F (£3,262.64 for 2024/25) - Fixtures and fittings are excluded from the sale but may be available by separate negotiation. DIRECTIONS From Tonbridge proceed towards Shipbourne on the A227. After approximately 2.5 miles at the sharp left hand bend, turn right into Higham Lane (follow signs for Poult Wood Golf Course). Continue past the golf course and the entrance to Grange Farm will be found shortly after on the right hand side. Follow the drive up to and around the pond and park either in the allocated space for The Granary or in the visitor spaces.