Sovereign Place, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 8FL | Property for sale | Savills
1,652 sq ft(153.48 sq m)
Guide price £975,000($1,657,603)

Sovereign PlaceTunbridge Wells, Kent, TN4 8FL

  • Sold
Penthouse
1,652 sq ft (153.48 sq m)
3Bedrooms
2Bathrooms
2Receptions

Key features

  • Sold in July 2024
  • Duplex apartment with flexible accommodation
  • Lift to all floors
  • Sought-after central location
  • Stylish penthouse apartment
  • Beautifully finished throughout
  • Private balcony space
  • 0.7 miles from Tunbridge Wells Station
  • Attractive communal grounds including childrens' play area

A well-presented three bedroom duplex penthouse, located within a prestigious Berkeley Homes development.

About this property

  • Royal Wells Park is an award-winning scheme located just off Mount Ephraim, one of Tunbridge Wells most sought after addresses, and is a well-established neighbourhood of thoughtfully crafted houses and apartments. 21 Sapphire House built by Berkeley Homes in 2019 is a light, spacious and immaculately presented three bedroom penthouse with secure underground parking for two cars and lift access to all floors.

    The open-plan reception room is easily zoned into a kitchen/dining and sitting area with fully glazed French doors opening onto a private southerly-facing paved terrace which is a delightful area for entertaining. The modern, well-appointed kitchen is fitted with arctic white glass splash back and base units under granite worktops, providing good storage and preparation space with integrated appliances that include a boiling water tap an electric oven, a combination microwave/oven/grill, a dishwasher, fridge/freezer, wine cooler, a ceramic induction hob. The principal bedroom benefits from a walk-in wardrobe and a well-appointed en suite shower room. There are two further double bedrooms with fitted wardrobes and a separate well-appointed bathroom completes the accommodation.

    Further points of note include TV, Satellite, phone and data to all principal rooms and a video entry phone.

    The property also benefits from two allocated parking spaces and an electric car charging point.

    View payable Stamp Duty for this property

A comfortable and stylish penthouse perfectly placed for the town. With parking, private terrace and lift access, this apartment offers ease of living and longevity. 21 Sapphire House is a lovely permanent home in Tunbridge Wells, an ideal lock up and leave, or investment property.

Mike ChurchillProperty agent

Local information

  • Sapphire House is a 0.5 mile walk of the town centre shops and amenities; with the High Street and the historic Pantiles within a mile.
  • Tunbridge Wells is the only spa town in the Southeast of England, with elegant architecture and a variety of cultural, entertainment and shopping attractions, including the historic Pantiles, historic Pantiles, known for its charming Georgian colonnade, summer Jazz festivals, regular food and craft markets and Chalybeate Spring; there are two theatres locally, an abundance of cafés and restaurants and a mixture of national multiple retailers and independent shops.
  • The property is also within convenient reach of the Tunbridge Wells Sports Centre, The Common with its network of criss-cross footpaths leading to local landmark Wellington Rocks and the Higher Common Ground cricket pitch offering a wealth of opportunities for walking and recreation. There are tennis facilities at the Nevill grounds and the renowned Nevill Golf Club is within convenient reach, and access to local cycle routes.
  • The apartment is also within immediate reach of the very good amenities in St Johns, with a number of "mini-supermarkets" available, cafés, bars and restaurants, hairdressers and local shops.
  • State and Private Schools: There are many highly-regarded schools in the close vicinity, including Skinners, TWGGS, TWGSB, St John's CE primary, independent schools, The Mead, Rose Hill & Holmewood House - Bennett Memorial Diocesan and St Gregory's secondaries.
  • Mainline rail: High Brooms (about 1.5 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (about 0.8 miles), with fast and frequent services to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) and Cannon Street with journey times from 50 minutes.
  • The Centaur Commuter Coach service also stops along the St John's Road.
  • Communications: The A26 joins the A21 just North of the town, linking through to the M25 (junction 5) London orbital motorway, and thereby to the national motorway network, and to the South coast. Gatwick Airport is about 23 miles to the West, accessible via the motorway or via the A264.

Additional information

  • Tenure: Leasehold 999 years from 1st January 2013
  • Services: Mains Water, Gas, Electricity, and Drainage.
  • Managing Agent: RMG
  • Local Authority - Tunbridge Wells Borough Council - Tax Band E.
  • Agent note: Pets are permitted.
  • Please note: The external image was taken when the building was new.
  • Directions: Postcode - TN4 8FL. From our office in Tunbridge Wells High Street, head towards the station before turning right to join Vale Road. At the roundabout take the first exit onto Mount Pleasant Road and continue up the hill to the traffic lights/cross-roads. Turn left onto Church Road and carry on to the traffic lights and turn right onto London Road. Continue along London road until you reach a set of traffic lights, please then turn left to enter the development. Continue down Kings Charles square turn right to join Sovereign Place. Sapphire House will then be directly in front of you.
  • EPC Rating: B
  • Tenure: Leasehold. Lease Expiry: 24/12/3012 (988 years remaining)
  • Service Charge: £4,500.00pa
  • Ground Rent: £600.00pa (review date TBC)
  • Council Tax Band: E