Welcome to 42 Nelson Road, Tunbridge Wells, a charming and spacious detached type home with 3 bed in the TN2 5AN area. This lovely residence, which comes with the freedom and stability of a freehold ownership, and sits comfortably in tax band E.
This classic property was built 1976-1982 and has a reported internal area of 156 internal square metres
The local area is known for its high value-to-quality ratio -
with a market valuation of £182,000 and a rental potential of £1,183 per month,
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it represents not just a residence but a worthwhile investment in a sought-after area.
You can discover more about this property by reading the Mouseprice attributes tables in the next section, or if you are the owner and would like to update this property, for example if you've built an extension, you can do so at the top of this page.
In addition to our own current description, this property has received a tailor-made description dated to Jul 11, 2025. It's possible the property has changed since then,
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" GUIDE PRICE £650,000 £675,000. Nestled amidst a picturesque street lined with elegant Victorian homes, this distinctive and generously proportioned detached family residence offers a rare opportunity to own a truly unique property in a highly sought after location. Beautifully presented throughout, this home offers the perfect balance between immediate comfort and future potential, with scope for further extension or modernisation, subject to the necessary permissions.
Upon entering the property, you are welcomed by a practical entrance porch, ideal for coats, boots and everyday essentials, which leads into a spacious and inviting hallway. This central space sets the tone for the home bright, warm, and full of character with a staircase rising to the first floor. The front facing sitting room is a particularly charming space, boasting rich hardwood flooring, an attractive feature fireplace, and ample room for a range of seating arrangements, making it the ideal spot for both relaxation and entertaining.
To the rear of the home, the dining room enjoys a tranquil aspect over the garden and is flooded with natural light thanks to large sliding doors that open directly onto the patio. This connection between indoor and outdoor living adds to the property s appeal, especially during the warmer months. Adjacent to the dining room, the kitchen is fully equipped with a comprehensive range of fitted cabinetry and space for all the necessary appliances, providing a functional layout that can easily be adapted or upgraded to suit personal taste.
Also on the ground floor, the recently refitted shower room is a standout feature, offering a modern, spa like experience with a sleek walk in shower, waterfall head, contemporary basin, and WC. The thoughtful design and quality finish make this space both stylish and practical.
Upstairs, the home continues to impress with three well proportioned double bedrooms, each offering generous proportions and excellent storage solutions, including access to useful eaves space. The bedrooms are served by a large family bathroom which provides further potential for modernisation but is already well sized to accommodate the needs of a busy household.
Externally, the property benefits from a private driveway with space for at least two vehicles, in addition to a single garage. To the rear, the garden is a true highlight mainly laid to lawn with a range of features including a children s play area, a charming summerhouse, and a generous patio ideal for al fresco dining. An externally accessed conservatory, previously used as a dog grooming parlour, offers exciting possibilities for conversion whether as a home office, creative studio or another small business venture.
Being sold with no onward chain, this exceptional home offers a fantastic opportunity for buyers seeking space, flexibility, and a wonderful location. Early viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate all that this delightful property has to offer.
Entrance Porch Entrance Hall Sitting Room With Feature Fireplace Dining Room With Doors To Garden Kitchen Shower Room Part Galleried First Floor Landing Three Bedrooms Bathroom Integral Garage Driveway With Parking For 2 3 Vehicles Side Conservatory Rear Garden With Summerhouse
ENTRANCE PORCH Double glazed porch with sliding door to glazed entrance door with frosted side window leading to
ENTRANCE HALL Stairs to first floor, original wooden flooring, radiator, large space understairs for coats shoes.
SITTING ROOM Double glazed window to front, wooden flooring, radiator. Feature fireplace with electric fire.
DINING ROOM Double glazed sliding doors to garden, wooden flooring, radiator.
KITCHEN Fitted with wall and floor cabinets with contrasting work surface and riser. Sink with mixer tap and drainer. Halogen hob with extractor hood and stainless steel splashback, double eye level oven and integrated microwave. Space and plumbing for washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher and fridge freezer. Tiled flooring. Double glazed window to rear and double glazed door to garden.
SHOWER ROOM Recently re fitted with walk in shower with tiled walls, WC, wash hand basin inset to vanity unit, tiled flooring, extractor. Frosted double glazed window to rear.
FIRST FLOOR LANDING Part galleried, large airing cupboard, radiator.
BEDROOM Double glazed window to front, radiator.
BATHROOM Spa bath with electric shower over and glass screen, wash hand basin set into vanity unit with cupboards below, WC, tiled walls, heated towel rail, extractor. Frosted double glazed window to rear.
BEDROOM Double glazed window to rear, large eaves storage, radiator.
BEDROOM Double glazed window to front, radiator.
OUTSIDE FRONT Integral garage with up and over door, housing boiler and consumer unit. Driveway parking for 2 3 vehicles. Mature shrubs.
CONSERVATORY Set onto side with doors to front and rear with power, light and running water previously used for dog grooming .
OUTSIDE REAR Mainly laid to lawn, patio, Summerhouse, integrated sand pit, greenhouse. Outside tap, side access. Flower beds and border with mature trees and shrubs.
SITUATION Hawkenbury itself is a popular residential area on the south easterly side of Tunbridge Wells with good access both to its own private recreation ground as well as the highly regarded Dunorlan Park. There is ready access to the town centre, as indeed there is access to good areas of Wealden countryside to the south of Tunbridge Wells. The property enjoys an excellent mix of social, retail and educational facilities and is approximately 0.5 of a mile from both St. Peters Church of England Primary School and Claremont Primary School. There are multiple retailers at the Royal Victoria Centre and Calverley Road precinct, as well as the North Farm estate and host of independent retailers, restaurants and bars along Mount Pleasant, the old High Street, Chapel Place and the Pantiles. The town enjoys two theatres, a number of sports clubs and has a good number of highly regarded schools at primary, secondary, grammar and independent levels.
TENURE Freehold
COUNCIL TAX BAND E
VIEWING By appointment with Wood & Pilcher
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Broadband Coverage search Ofcom checker
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Services Mains Water, Gas, Electricity & Drainage
Heating Gas Fired Central Heating"
Tax band E
319 sqm plot
