# 5 bedroom detached house for sale (TN11 9SQ) ## Property Details | Key | Value | |-----|-------| | Address | 2 GOVER VIEW, TONBRIDGE, ROUGHWAY, KENT TN11 9SQ | | Price | £2,300,000 | | Bedrooms | 5 | | Bathrooms | 3 | | Council tax | H | | Construction age | England and Wales: 1996-2002 | | Floor area | 351 m² | | Last sold | £2,130,000 Jul 2023 | ## EPC Rating & Upgrade Cost - **Current rating:** D - **Potential rating:** C - **Expiry date:** 20/02/2033 - **Current heating cost:** £2,026/year - **Est. upgrade cost to C:** £32,100 ### Recommendations - W2 (£4,000 - £6,000) - I (£2,200 - £3,000) - U (£3,500 - £5,500) - V2 (£15,000 - £25,000) [View full EPC on gov.uk](https://find-energy-certificate.service.gov.uk/energy-certificate/2170-9412-1070-2100-9625) ## Description In an elevated, marvellously tranquil location therefore enjoying fabulous 180-degree views, a handsome, detached house of great character, surrounded by landscaped gardens together with a quarter share in adjoining paddocks and woodland. Bought as new by the present owners, Le Bon Heur was designed and constructed in the mid-nineties by the award winning house builder, Millwood Designer Homes. Reflecting the Wealden Hall House style of architecture, exteriors are of mellow brick with tile hanging to the first floor, under a tall, pitched tiled roof, which includes a distinctive ‘eye-brow’ feature. In order to frame the extended southerly views, windows and French doors are large with leaded light glazing, whilst other features include exposed, decorative oak beams, a galleried landing and a handsome inglenook fireplace in the drawing room. The accommodation extends to 3,722 square feet, arranged over two floors and is generously proportioned with most rooms enjoying the far-reaching views. Carefully maintained and upgraded, in recent times the kitchen/breakfast room has been reimagined with sleek, contemporary cabinetry, along with a wine cooler and integrated appliances by Neff. Leading off from the bright reception hall, are gracious reception rooms including the marvellous drawing room which enjoys a dual aspect, tall French doors opening on to the wide terracing and a brick inglenook, whilst the dining room also has French doors opening through to the conservatory, which in itself is the most marvellous spot to take in the views. Elsewhere the study is fully fitted with desk, shelving and cupboards and the family room the perfect space for relaxing or entertaining. An elegant, easy rising staircase leads to the galleried first floor landing, where there is access to the loft. The principal bedroom suite consists of a large bedroom area with a dressing area, a walk-in wardrobe and fitted wardrobes along with a recently re-fitted en suite bathroom with tiles by M **Outside** The property is set within a small private estate of just five houses, in an elevated, rural position. Surrounded by lovely Kent countryside, its position allows for fabulous, 180 degree, far reaching views, east, south and west. The gardens have been landscaped in keeping with the natural surroundings and include a variety of shrubs and mature hedging, terracing for entertaining, herbaceous borders and a small orchard, whilst a gravel ‘in and out’ drive passes the front of the house and leads to the integral double garage. In total a further 7.3 acres of adjoining paddocks and light woodland is owned within a shared, protected partnership with three other residents. **Situation** Le Bon Heur sits on the edge of the charming village of West Peckham with its characterful cottages and country houses, church and well-known pub/restaurant, The Swan. Nearest towns include Sevenoaks and Tonbridge both enjoying an excellent selection of local and larger shops and supermarkets. Rail services can be found in various nearby locations including, Tonbridge, Sevenoaks and Borough Green & Wrotham with fast services in to various main line London termini. The national motorway network can be accessed some seven miles away at Junction 2 of the M20. Schooling in the area is exceptional at both primary and secondary levels in the state and private sectors and includes Tonbridge Public School, Tonbridge Grammar School for Girls, Sevenoaks School and Mereworth Primary School. **Additional Information** Tenure: Freehold Services: Oil CH/HW; Shared private drainage. Local Authority: Tonbridge & Malling Borough Council. 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Data from Land Registry Price Paid.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | 2 GOVER VIEW, ROUGHWAY, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN11 9SQ | £2,130,000 | 28/07/2023 | Detached | | 2 GOVER VIEW, ROUGHWAY, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN11 9SQ | £555,000 | 12/12/1997 | Detached | ## Sold Comparables *Same street and nearby sales within 0.25 miles. Data from Land Registry Price Paid. Last 5 years.* | Address | Price | Date | Type | |---------|-------|------|------| | NUT TREE BUNGALOW GOVER HILL, ROUGHWAY, TONBRIDGE, TONBRIDGE AND MALLING, KENT, TN11 9SP | £573,000 | 17/06/2021 | Detached | **Area average:** £573,000 (1 sale) ## Price vs local average *Outcode + property type (HousePrices, last 2 years).* - **Local average:** £1,344,781 (12 Detached, TN11, 2024–2026) - **Deviation:** +71% ## Rental Range *ONS Price Index of Private Rents (Tonbridge and Malling). Low / Realistic / Optimistic = conservative / average / best case.* - **Low:** £1,327/mo - **Realistic:** £1,474/mo - **Optimistic:** £1,621/mo ## LHA (Local Housing Allowance) *VOA 30th percentile rent floor for High Weald (Apr 2025 – Mar 2026).* - **LHA floor (this property size):** £1,820/mo ## 1% Rule - **Rent ratio:** 0.06% (weak for cashflow) - **Max investor price (0.8%):** £184,250 - **Target investor price (1%):** £147,400 *Monthly rent ÷ price. 1%+ = strong, 0.8–1% = okay, <0.8% = weak. Max investor price = rent ÷ 0.8% (Stoke-style target). Target investor price = rent ÷ 1% (strong cashflow band). Based on Area rent estimate.* ## Price per Square Metre - **£/m²:** £6,553/m² ## Capital growth trend *Land Registry outcode average from sold prices: last 12 months vs 5y and 10y ago.* - **5y growth:** 48% - **10y growth:** 218% ## House Price Index (HM Land Registry) *Official index for Tonbridge and Malling; Detached series; as of March 2026.* - **1y growth (index):** -1.3% - **5y growth (index):** 12.4% - **10y growth (index):** 28.4% ## Flood risk - **Zone:** 1 - **Risk:** Low - **Source:** Job (default Low) [Check long-term flood risk (GOV.UK)](https://check-long-term-flood-risk.service.gov.uk/postcode)