Best Beech Hill, Wadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 6JT | Property for sale | Savills
3,197 sq ft(297.01 sq m)
Guide price £1,050,000(€1,252,412)

Best Beech HillWadhurst, East Sussex, TN5 6JT


    Key features

    • A unique and sizeable 'Freehold' house within a handsome period conversion
    • A delightful private terrace
    • On the edge of this popular and thriving village
    • Further extensive communal gardens with wonderful, far-reaching countryside views
    • Very stylish and beautifully presented accommodation
    • Flexible and generous reception space
    • Four bedrooms and two bathrooms
    • Allocated parking and garaging
    • Well-served by the good local amenities in Wadhurst and extensive choice of primary and secondary schools in the area

    A recently refurbished portion of an impressive country mansion, enjoying far reaching rural views and situated on the edge of this popular village, about 2 miles from the mainline station

    About this property

    • Aspen House is the central portion of this beautiful former Edwardian priory situated on the edge of Wadhurst amongst beautiful communal grounds.

      Points of particular note include a large and very impressive reception hall with high corniced ceiling, parquet floor, open fireplace and sweeping staircase rising to the first floor.

      The elegant drawing room also benefits from parquet flooring, a charming decorative fireplace and a deep bay window to the rear, overlooking the wonderful communal gardens and terrace.

      Double doors open into the kitchen which is beautifully fitted with a bespoke Mark Wilkinson kitchen with granite work surfaces and a range of integrated appliances. French doors open directly onto the private York stone terrace.

      On the first floor, the principal bedroom has built in wardrobes, French doors opening onto a covered balcony with stunning views, and a door into a stylish bathroom with roll top bath, a large tiled shower and again with doors opening onto the balcony. The second bedroom on this floor also has built in cupboards and an en suite shower room. On the second floor, a large landing provides an ideal study area between two very good size bedrooms and another bathroom. All the rooms to the rear of the house enjoy really lovely views across the beautiful gardens and the surrounding countryside.

      Beechlands is accessed from a long driveway leading to the front of the house and provides parking and turning for several vehicles as well as access to both of the garages. To the rear there is a private York stone terrace with steps to communal grounds. These are mainly laid to lawn with a wide selection of mature plants, shrubs and trees and with a large ornamental pond crossed with a feature stone bridge.

      View payable Stamp Duty for this property

    A special house and conversion that needs to be seen to be fully appreciated and understood. The glorious grounds and stunning views at Beechlands cannot fail to impress! An imposing conversion in a countryside location that is within easy reach of a thriving village, a station to London and close to Tunbridge Wells. The private terraces are the perfect place to entertain.

    Mike ChurchillProperty agent

    Local information

    • Beechlands is situated in an accessible location in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the road between the popular villages of Wadhurst and Mark Cross. Wadhurst mainline station is about two miles from the property via Fairglen Road, enabling commuting to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) and Cannon Street in just over an hour.
    • Wadhurst village (2.2 miles) offers a wide selection of local shops including a butcher, supermarket, post office, library, chemist, hardware store, cafes and a garage. Comprehensive shopping is catered for in Tunbridge Wells (8 miles).
    • Schools: Primaries in Wadhurst, Stonegate and Mark Cross, preparatory schools include Skippers Hill in Five Ashes, Sacred Heart Catholic school (Wadhurst), Holmewood House (Langton Green), Marlborough House and St. Ronan's (Hawkhurst). Nearby Mayfield has its own well-regarded primary school as well as the independent Mayfield School for girls at secondary level. State secondaries include Uplands Community Technology College in Wadhurst, and Kent grammar schools in Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge.
    • Buses: Regular school and public bus services operate from Wadhurst.
    • Communications: The A267 Frant Road links to the A21 and onto the M25 (junction 5). Gatwick airport is about 31.5 miles to the west. The Eurotunnel terminal at Folkestone is about 42 miles to the east. Central London is about 47 miles.

    Additional information

    • Services: Mains Water and Electricity. Oil central heating. Private Drainage (water treatment plant).
    • Beechlands Management Co. - Estate fee of approximately £500 per quarter.
    • Local Authority: Wealden District Council
    • Please note, the photographs are pre-tenancy and date back to 2014.
    • Directions: Post code - TN5 6JT. From our offices in Tunbridge Wells proceed out of the town on Frant Road (A267). Continue through Frant before turning left on the B2099 towards Wadhurst. Continue along this road for 3.3 miles, passing the petrol station on the left and take the first right into Mayfield Lane, the B2100. Continue for about 2.2 miles as the road becomes Best Beech Hill and the entrance to Beechlands will be found on the left-hand side.
    • EPC Rating: D
    • Tenure: Freehold
    • Council Tax Band: G