Bruce Manor Close, Wadhurst

A truly unique and luxurious 2,504 sq ft ground floor apartment, set within a striking Victorian mansion on the edge of Wadhurst village, this remarkable home offers a
rare combination of historic pedigree, architectural drama, and modern refinement.

Description
The Ballroom is a residence of extraordinary scale and sovereign heritage; originally commissioned by John the Bruce, a descendant of the Scottish royal family, restored with artisan care, and styled for modern luxury living. Reached via a sweeping, treelined drive, the estate is enveloped in 65 acres of private land, including 18 acres of landscaped gardens and 47 acres of natural woodland. Behind secure electric gates, the setting is serene, secluded, and steeped in heritage; while the boutiques, cafés and mainline rail of Wadhurst village are just moments away.
• Entrance Hall - An elegant reception with herringbone oak floors, bespoke cabinetry and classical proportions. A concealed hidden door provides access to the utility and cloakroom, while an exquisitely restored original wrought iron
spiral staircase ascends to the expansive full-loft storage above — a rare and invaluable feature in a property of this kind.
• Living Space - A breathtaking centrepiece of the home, this cathedral-height reception room is framed by hand-carved oak panelling, twin fireplaces and intricate ceiling detailing. A curved bay window floods the space with light, creating a natural dining area and framing views across the private terrace and parkland beyond. Underfloor heating adds warmth to the herringbone flooring
beneath.
• Kitchen - The bespoke Neptune kitchen blends form and function with effortless style. Finished with quartz worktops, soft-close cabinetry and
premium Siemens appliances (including a wine fridge and combination oven), it’s designed for entertaining and everyday luxury alike. A breakfast bar adds informal elegance.
• Cloakroom/Utility Room - Discreetly hidden behind panelled joinery, the cloakroom features high-spec sanitaryware and ample space for laundry appliances; proof that even the practical elements of this home are executed
with precision.
• Principal Bedroom - A serene and spacious retreat with bespoke wardrobes, soft carpets and garden views. The en suite bathroom is a study in indulgence, with a freestanding Villeroy & Bosch bath, walk-in rainfall shower, natural stone tiling, and an elegant Neptune vanity.
• Bedroom Two - Another beautifully finished bedroom with integrated wardrobes and underfloor heating, served by a luxurious en suite with a walk-in Villeroy & Bosch shower. Ideal as a guest suite or secondary principal.
• Minstrels’ Gallery - Suspended above the ballroom, the Minstrels’ Gallery is a striking architectural flourish — a space once reserved for musical recitals, now offering the perfect setting for a library, piano platform, or reading room.
Original oak balustrades overlook the principal room below, adding a sense of theatrical elegance.
• Mezzanine - Rising from the ballroom via a bespoke, hand-crafted wooden staircase, the mezzanine serves as a truly remarkable potential third bedroom, creative studio, or media lounge. With soaring ceilings, glass balustrades, LED
feature lighting and underfloor heating, it is as functional as it is spectacular.
• Storage - Unlike many period conversions, The Ballroom offers substantial loft storage without compromise, spanning the entire apartment footprint — ideal for seasonal wardrobes, luggage, or private collections, and accessed via the wrought iron spiral stair from the hall.
• Smart Living & Security - Smart-zoned underfloor heating throughout, full CCTV coverage of the estate grounds, professionally installed private intruder alarm.

Outside
The Ballroom benefits from two allocated parking bays in a gated courtyard. The main reception opens directly out to the private Yorkstone terrace, which offers panoramic countryside views and total privacy; large enough for full al fresco
dining, it is home to a luxury hot tub and is equipped with lighting, power and water.
A secure gate provides immediate access to the estate’s 65 acres of communal gardens, parkland and woodland — an extraordinary extension of the home’s living space.