4 bed detached house for sale

Burrswood, Groombridge, Tunbridge Wells TN3

Summary

Being sold via Secure Sale online bidding. Terms & Conditions apply.

This property will be legally prepared enabling any interested buyer to secure the property immediately once their bid/offer has been accepted. Ultimately a transparent process which provides speed, security and certainty for all parties.

Approximate Gross Internal Area: 1,748 Sq Ft / 162.4 Sq M

Outbuildings: 683 Sq Ft / 63.5 Sq M

Total: 2,431 Sq Ft / 225.9 Sq M

Total Plot: Approximately 0.29 Acres

A truly rare opportunity to become part of the historic Burrswood Estate. Occupying a private gated south-facing plot of just under a third of an acre and enjoying far reaching views across Ashdown Forest, Buckhurst House is a superb four-bedroom detached family home offering over 1,700 sq ft of accommodation in one of the High Weald's most exceptional and picturesque settings.

Set within the breathtaking High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Buckhurst House occupies an enviable position within the historic Burrswood Estate, a remarkable private country estate extending to over 100 acres on the edge of the highly regarded village of Groombridge.

Approached via one of two private driveways serving the Burrswood Estate, the sense of arrival is truly special. Passing the historic gatehouse, tranquil fishing lakes and the magnificent Grade II listed Manor House, the approach hints at the rich history and natural beauty that await. Occupying an elevated position within its own mature grounds, Buckhurst House presents a unique opportunity to acquire a home of real character in one of the area's most enchanting and unspoilt locations.

Constructed with an attractive natural stone exterior, the property offers light and airy accommodation arranged over two floors. The current owners have sympathetically improved the house and gardens, creating a comfortable and welcoming home that blends character with practicality.

The accommodation comprises an inviting and spacious entrance hall with beautifully restored parquet wood flooring, which extends seamlessly into the impressive sitting room and dining room. Benefiting from a southerly aspect, these reception areas are wonderfully bright and welcoming, enjoying views over the beautiful wrap around gardens and creating an ideal setting for both everyday family life and entertaining. The kitchen leads through to a large utility room, whilst a conveniently positioned cloakroom/WC completes the ground floor accommodation.

Whilst the property is ready to enjoy immediately, the kitchen and utility spaces offer exciting scope for a purchaser to reconfigure and enlarge the space to create a stunning open plan kitchen, dining and family room. Subject to the necessary consents, there is also potential to extend the property, including the possibility of a two-storey addition, allowing future owners to adapt and enhance this already impressive home to suit their own lifestyle.

To the first floor are four well-proportioned bedrooms, all served by a recently renovated family bathroom finished to a high standard and complementing the improvements already made by the current owners. The three principal bedrooms benefit from recently installed Bosch air conditioning, a thoughtful addition that provides enhanced comfort throughout the seasons.

The Burrswood Estate itself is steeped in history. Originally commissioned in around 1839 by Alderman David Salomans and later owned by Dorothy Kerin as a centre for spiritual and physical healing, the estate has evolved over the centuries whilst retaining its remarkable character and sense of tranquility. Today it offers a unique and secluded community, surrounded by formal gardens, lakes, woodland and open countryside.

Formerly known as Garden View, Buckhurst House is enveloped by mature gardens and enjoys an idyllic semi-rural setting. Established planting and sweeping lawns provide privacy and a beautiful connection to the surrounding landscape, whilst the elevated south-facing position ensures glorious rural views can be enjoyed throughout the seasons.

The gardens and surrounding estate are a haven for wildlife, where birdsong, woodland walks and the changing colours of the countryside create a peaceful backdrop to everyday life. It is a setting that feels wonderfully secluded, yet remains within easy reach of excellent schools, local amenities and transport links.

Complementing the house are two substantial garages together with a useful store outbuilding, offering excellent storage, workshop space or potential for a variety of uses, subject to any necessary consents. Together with the generous gardens and exceptional setting, they further enhance the sense of space and opportunity that this special home affords.

Properties such as Buckhurst House rarely come to the market. Combining history, privacy, abundant wildlife and breathtaking scenery, this is a unique opportunity to embrace country living at its very best.
Other information


Tenure: Freehold

Council Tax Band: G - Tunbridge Wells Borough Council

Services: Oil fired central heating, mains water, electricity and drainage.

Energy Performance Certificate: Registered under the property's previous name, Garden View.

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Council Tax Band: G
Tenure: Freehold

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Pattinson Auction are referred to as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold by either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by The Auctioneer. The method of auction sale and the applicable terms and conditions are found on the lot page of this property on The Auctioneers website. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details to be shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid, all bidders must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and The Auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price or Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time, with The Auctioneer permitting the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation, enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum fee which could be up to 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.