Property description

A simply beautiful family home in the heart of the desirable village of Goudhurst. Full of character and period charm, this deceptively spacious 16th century residence offers 5 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, 2 bathrooms, off-street parking for up to 3 cars and a lovely south-facing garden. Definitely one to view quickly!

DESCRIPTION
West House is a simply beautiful 5-bedroom family home in the heart of the desirable village of Goudhurst. This glorious 15th century residence is full of character and charm, offering wonderfully proportioned living accommodation over three floors. The current owners have redecorated throughout and the property is presented in excellent order. With the added benefit of being in the Cranbrook School Catchment Area, a pretty rear garden and off-road parking for at least three vehicles, West House is village living at its very best.

ACCOMMODATION
The front door of this spacious village home opens to a charming entrance hallway with a beautiful original brick archway. The living accommodation comprises a sitting room with a large open fireplace, a dining room with period beams and log burner, a generous family room (which could be used as a work studio or business outlet if desired), and a wonderful 17ft kitchen with AGA and separate walk-in pantry. A downstairs cloakroom/WC, utility room, large boot room area and spacious cellar, perfect for storage, complete the ground floor accommodation. The first floor consists of a master bedroom with a generous dressing room and en-suite, two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom. The property also benefits from a light and airy study on this level. The staircase continues to the second floor, where two more double bedrooms are located. Redecorated and recarpeted throughout, this lovely residence is presented in excellent order throughout.

OUTSIDE
The lovely south-facing rear garden is laid mostly to lawn with flower beds, mature shrubs and surrounded by the original walls. A raised patio area is perfect for al-fresco entertaining and a spacious garden shed provides ample storage. There is a gravel area to the side of the property with parking for up to 3 vehicles.

AREA
The beautiful village of Goudhurst is well known for its pretty centre with its ancient church, duck pond, period buildings, inns and restaurants. The village also offers a wide variety of shops including a bakery, a pharmacy, a newsagents incorporating a Post Office, two hair salons, a doctor surgery, a veterinary surgery and a wide range of social activities. The area is renowned for its choice of schooling, both in the private and state sectors, and the property lies within the Cranbrook School Catchment Area.Further shopping, sport and leisure facilities can be found in the larger town of Cranbrook, only 5 miles distant and the vibrant spa town of Tunbridge Wells with its extensive commercial and leisure facilities is only 20 minutes' drive. Goudhurst is ideally placed within easy reach of the lovely south coast and interesting historical towns like Rye, Battle and Hastings, and excellent countryside attractions, including Bedgebury National Pinetum, Bewl Water reservoir and historical houses and gardens. The mainline stations at nearby Marden (5 miles), Staplehurst (7 miles) and Paddock Wood (9 miles) all offer parking facilities and regular trains into London. The A21 provides access to the M25 Motorway to the North and South.

DIRECTIONS
From our offices on The Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells, follow the signs to the A21 and head south. At a large roundabout, take the A262 towards Goudhurst, and stay on this road until you approach the village. West House can be found on the right hand side just as you enter the village.

Property Features :

• Deceptively spacious 15the century family home offering over 2700 sq ft of living accommodation, bu
• 5 bedrooms, 3 reception rooms, 2 bathrooms, study, utility room and boot room.
• Charming 17 ft kitchen with AGA, butlers sink and large pantry.
• Master bedroom with dressing room and en-suite.
• In the heart of the highly desirable Kent village of Goudhurst.