This impressive, detached home, built circa 2015, is set within beautiful countryside in a quiet, exclusive development of just six houses close to local amenities. Extending to approximately 3538 sq ft, the accommodation is well-planned with generous room sizes and excellent amounts of natural light, making it a fine example of a modern, family home that's well equipped for entertaining. Most notable is the fabulous open-plan kitchen/dining room which features a beautifully-designed fitted kitchen with central island, large windows, tiled floors and bifold doors to the garden. The bathrooms are equally well appointed and modern, further highlighting the excellent standard of finish throughout. The property also benefits from a large garden, a spacious driveway and a detached double garage. The ground floor accommodation comprises a welcoming entrance hall leading to an open plan kitchen/dining room, 24 ft sitting room with bay window, a further sitting room, utility room with pantry and a cloakroom. The property benefits from a single storey conversion providing for a general utility room with ample working and storage space. Upstairs there is a principal air conditioned bedroom equipped with a dressing room and en suite bathroom with separate shower and double vanity unit. There are four further air conditioned bedrooms, (two with en suite shower rooms) and a family bathroom.OutsideThe property is approached via a gated driveway which provides ample parking and leads to a detached double garage with a pathway to the impressive front porch. The enclosed rear garden can be accessed via a side gate and is mostly laid to lawn with a large Italian Porcelain terrace seating area, ideal for entertaining in the warmer months.SituationCoppice Vale is a small development of quality detached properties in a desirable location on the village outskirts. Felbridge offers a primary school, a church, shops and a public house and is within easy access of East Grinstead, half way between London and the south coast. The town offers excellent shopping, supermarkets and comprehensive amenities, together with a picturesque High Street with a row of historic buildings and a mainline railway station to London. The A264 leads to the M23 which connects to Gatwick Airport, the M25 and the south coast. The area is renowned for the standard of its schooling in both the private and state sectors including nearby Copthorne Preparatory, Felbridge Primary, Imberhorne, Sackville and Ardingly College. Recreational facilities include the Bluebell Railway Heritage Station, cycling on the Worth Way, Kings Leisure Centre, Chequer Mead Theatre and Arts Centre, golf and horseracing at Lingfield Park, Weirwood Reservoir for sailing enthusiasts and easy access to the Ashdown Forest, home to A.A Milne's Winnie the Pooh.Additional InformationLocal Authority: Mid Sussex District Council Council Tax band G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_felbridge-d546106/for-sale_i70265813
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GUIDE PRICE:- £2,000,000-£2,500,000SEE THE VIRTUAL TOUR HERE OR ON THE NEVILLE AND NEVILLE WEBSITE.MAIN SPECIFICATIONS: SET IN 12 ACRES WITH AMAZING EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES * A DETACHED 4 TO 6 BEDROOMED NEW ENGLAND STYLE FAMILY COUNTRY HOUSE * PRESENTLY WITH AN ATTACHED AND INTEGRATED TWO STOREY TWO DOUBLE BEDROOMED ANNEX WITH A RECEPTION HALL AND ITS OWN KITCHEN, LARGE OPEN PLANNED LOUNGE AND STUDY, AS WELL AS A BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM * THE MAIN HOUSE ALSO HAS A WONDERFUL RECEPTION HALL * A LOUNGE * A VAST OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM AND OPEN PLAN DINING ROOM * CLOAKROOM * UTILITY ROOM * OUTSIDE ALFRESCO DECKED REAR SUN TERRACE * COVERED BALCONY * UTILITY ROOM * DETACHED HERITAGE STYLE GUEST FLAT WITH GARAGE / WORKSHOPS BELOW * EXTENSIVE DRIVEWAY WITH GENEROUS PARKING AREAS FOR HORSE BOX AND VEHICLES * GRASS PADDOCKS * FISHING POND * GARDENS * WOODLAND * STUNNING RURAL VIEWS * DESCRIPTION: A perfectly located and very impressive New England style detached family country residence with 4 to 6 bedrooms to the main farmhouse and set within approximately 12 acres with bespoke high specification equestrian facilities, a detached heritage style building with guest flat above and probably some of the finest views in Sussex. The main farmhouse is presently arranged in two parts, with a two-storey attached and integrated two bedroomed annex with reception rooms, kitchen, study and a bathroom / shower room, all of which can be accessed from either the internal downstairs adjoining door from the main house, as well as from outside via the annex's own private outside front entrance. The main part of the farmhouse has a further 4 double sized bedrooms and both a family bathroom and ensuite to bedroom one. Therefore, there are potentially six double sized bedrooms in all within this property's design. Furthermore, this beautifully designed family home has a wonderful main reception hall with vaulted ceilings, a large open plan kitchen / breakfast room and dining room, a lounge, as well as a utility room and a cloakroom. The Equestrian facilities are absolutely wonderful with 6 high specification bespoke loose boxes, a fowling box, a tack room and a feed room, with the added benefit of a washdown section and covered area for grooming. In addition, the equestrian facilities also include an Olympic sized bespoke all weather menage.A viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate this property's location and wonderful facilities.SITUATION: Located at the end of a secluded and quiet private lane in Stunts Green betwixt Herstmonceux and Cowbeech. The mainline train stations of Polegate and Stonegate are within convenient driving distance, making this property ideal for London commuters. The towns of Hailsham, Heathfield and Eastbourne are all also conveniently close, including an extensive range of leisure facilities, all of which are able to be provided by the country towns. Depending upon educational requirements, there are numerous reputable teaching institutions to choose from within the general locality. These include Eastbourne College, Battle Abbey, Mayfield School for Girls and Bede's to name but a few. ACCOMODATION: Leading off from the extensive sized gravel driveway, you then approach the very attractive and imposing New England styled main farmhouse with its character wooden panelled front door that opens into the property's reception hall.MAIN FRONT RECEPTION HALL: With the initial front section arranged with polished ceramic tiled flooring, twin modern bespoke fitted coats and storage cupboards either side, twin paned double glazed windows also mirrored either side, down lights, elegant paned glazed and panelled double doors and matching sides that open and lead you further into the large open plan galleried reception hall with feature vaulted ceilings, radiator, feature ceiling lights and wide steps leading to the vast open plan kitchen / breakfast room / dining room areas beyond. CLOAKROOM WITH INITIAL STORAGE AND VESITABLE AREA: Approached from the right hand side off the main galleried reception hall and comprising of the further area for coats storage with radiator and storage cupboard. Further door leading into the cloakroom. The cloakroom has the benefit of lovely travertine tiled floors, a W.C., pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap, radiator, window with aspect to front. PLEASE NOTE: This cloakroom has potential to possibly have a shower incorporated if required. LARGE OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM / DINING ROOM: With impressive polished ceramic tiled floors, downlighting.OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM: With an extensive range of high gloss Italian style cupboard and base units with worksurfaces over, fitted sink unit with drainer and mixer tap, tiled surrounds, space for gas cooking range with brushed steel air purifier hood over, space for dishwasher, space for large American fridge freezer, radiator, central breakfast bar / preparation island with matching high gloss base units and marble style surface over, double glazed windows with far reaching aspect over the gardens and adjoining countryside beyond, door leading to adjoining utility room. OPEN PLAN ADJOINING DINING ROOM: With central dining area with feature lighting above, polished ceramic tiled floor, radiator, large full height double glazed bi folding doors opening onto the rear alfresco decked dining area with far reaching views of the countryside beyond. LOUNGE: Approached from the open dining room and being a light triple aspect room with a beautiful feature fireplace with a brick hearth and fitted with a wood burner and having a bressummer beam over, double glazed window with aspect over the front and further double glazed window with aspect over the side grounds, French doors leading onto side and rear decked sun terrace, as well as double glazed windows also enjoying a pleasant aspect over the rear gardens and beyond of the adjoining countryside. UTILITY ROOM / REAR LOBBY AND BOOT ROOM: Approached from the kitchen, as well as from the outside rear gardens. In addition, there is a further door leading to the utility room from the attached two storey annex. This room comprises of a continuation of the polished ceramic flooring, further range of high gloss kitchen units with marble effect worktops over, inset sink unit with drainer and mixer tap, tiled splash back surround, space for washing machine, space for dryer, floor mounted modern boiler, wall mounted fuse box access, coats and boot storage area. PERFECT PET RETAINING ROOM. FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION FOR THE MAIN FARMHOUSE: Elegant balustraded staircase from the main reception hall with downlights, double glazed windows with beautiful aspect to the front and beyond of the adjoining countryside, radiator. Continuation of the large vaulted galleried landing with a large double door fronted airing cupboard and further doors leading off to bedrooms 1, 2, 3 and 4, as well as the main family bathroom / shower roomMAIN BEDROOM ONE SUITE WITH ENSUITE LUXURY SHOWER ROOM: Comprising of a double sized double aspect bedroom with feature ceiling light, fitted wardrobe cupboards, radiator, double glazed window with aspect to front gardens and views beyond of the adjoining countryside, further double-glazed window with aspect to the side gardens and grounds with stunning far reaching rural views beyond. Door leading to the luxury ensuite shower room.ENSUITE LUXURY SHOWER ROOM TO BEDROOM ONE: With marble tiled floor and walls, pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap and marble tiled splashback, heated towel rail, W.C., double sized heavy glazed fronted shower with marble tiled walls and chrome shower control system, radiator, double glazed window with aspect over the rear gardens and benefitting also from stunning far-reaching views beyond. BEDROOM TWO: A double sized room with potential possibly to incorporate an ensuite shower room subject to planning. Presently with large fitted wardrobes and large further study area recess, radiator, twin double glazed windows with amazing views of the adjoining countryside. BEDROOM THREE: A double sized room with radiator, fitted wardrobe cupboards and double-glazed windows with pleasant aspect over the front gardens and grounds and beyond of the beautiful adjoining countryside. BEDROOM FOUR: A double sized room with radiator and double-glazed window with aspect to front and beyond of the stunning rural countryside as far as the eye can see. FAMILY BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM: Comprising of tiled floors, fitted bath with tiled sides and surrounds, W.C., feature wall mounted wash basin, separate shower cubicle with glazed and chrome bi folding front door, tiled walls and shower control system, radiator, tiled walls, double glazed window with aspect over the rear gardens and beyond of the adjoining countryside. PLEASE NOTE: THE PRESENTLY INTERNAL SIDE TWO STOREY ANNEX COULD QUITE EASILY BE RE INCORPORATED INTO THE MAIN HOUSE ACCOMMODATION, AS THERE IS ONLY A STUD WALL DIVIDE BETWEEN TO TWO ACCOMMODATION SECTIONS. ADJOINING ANNEX ACCOMMODATION: Presently comprising of two double bedrooms, a large landing, a bathroom / shower room, a ground level with a study, a large open plan dining room / lounge, as well as a kitchen and a front reception hall for the annex's separate private entrance. ANNEX MAIN FRONT ENTRANCE: Door from the outside side garden leading into the annex front porch which then leads into the reception hall.RECEPTION HALL: A large area with radiator and twin double-glazed windows with aspect over the front gardens and grounds, door to the left leading to a study / hobby room, also wide steps leading down into the large open plan sitting room / dining room. Further side door leading back to the main farmhouse through the utility room.STUDY / HOBBY ROOM: With double glazed window overlooking the front garden and grounds. LARGE OPEN PLAN SITING ROOM / DINING ROOM: A double aspect room with ceiling lights and double-glazed windows with aspect over the rear garden and views beyond. Further double-glazed sliding doors to the side opening out onto the rear decked sun terrace and views beyond. KITCHEN: Comprising of an extensive range of oak cupboard and base units with granite and wooden work surfaces over, 4 ring electric ceramic hob with air purifier hood over, fitted sink unit with mixer tap, fitted oven, integrated fridge freezer, space for dishwasher, double glazed window with aspect to side garden. ANNEX FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION: Accessed from the main reception hall via a oak and metal feature spiral staircase.ANNEX LANDING: An extensive sized area with feature ceiling light, double glazed window with aspect over the front garden and grounds with further breath-taking rural far-reaching views beyond. Doors leading off to two double bedrooms and a bathroom / shower room.PLEASE NOTE THAT THESE TWO ANNEX ROOMS COULD BE BEDROOMS FIVE AND SIX FOR THE MAIN HOUSE, AS A STUD WALL COULD BE RE OPENED FROM THE SIDE OF THE LANDING LEADING BACK INTO THE MAIN FARMHOUSE. ANNEX BEDROOM ONE: A double sized double aspect room with vaulted ceiling, radiator, recessed area for wardrobes, double glazed sliding doors to the side covered exterior balcony. This balcony has a heavy glazed front and ample space for a table and chairs to enjoying morning coffees and evening drinks, whilst enjoying the stunning panoramic rural views. ANNEX BEDROOM TWO: A double sized room with radiator and double-glazed window with wonderful far reaching rural views as far as the eye can see. ANNEX BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM: Comprising of a large fitted bath with chrome taps and chrome shower, tiled walls, W.C., tiled floor, heated chrome towel rail, wash basin with cupboard under and chrome taps, double glazed window with views. OUTSIDE: This elegant and substantial modern New England styled family residence also benefits from the most fabulous equestrian facilities, which are complimented by the properties 12 acres of paddocks and woodland.There is also a detached heritage style garage / workshop with a guest flat above. The guest flat has a double bedroom, kitchen and shower room and is accessed via an outside staircase. The workshop below the guest flat has spaces for two cars as well as being suitable as a workshop. BESPOKE STABLE COMPLEX: Located beyond the main farmhouse and comprising of 6 high quality loose boxes and a fowling box, tack room, feed room, washing down area and part covered area for grooming etc. OLYMPIC SIZED ALL WEATHER MENAGE: With ranch post sides and enjoying elevated views of the surrounding countryside. GARDENS AND GROUNDS: In all believed to total approximately 12 acres and comprising of lawned gardens to the sides and rear of the main house. There is also a family leisure, camping and fishing lake area of ground with an outside fully functioning toilet with its own private drainage system, making this family leisure area a perfect location to also hold wedding and party functions. The pond can easily be enlarged and already is stocked with fish. GRASS PADDOCKS: The rest of the 12 acres is arranged as grazing paddocks and divided in such a way as to rotate the horses and their grazing throughout the year. WOODLAND: The property also benefits from a lovely section of adjoining woodland. COUNCIL TAX BAND: G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_hailsham-d196376/for-sale_i68310999
Rafters is a truly exceptional house, set amid beautiful rolling grounds of about 5 acres on the cusp of the South Downs National Park. The grounds are a fabulous highlight, with box hedges enclosing garden spaces for entertaining and a swimming pool, and paddocks and stabling perfect for equestrian use as well as a collection of outbuildings. The main house offers versatile and wonderfully spacious accommodation of more than 3200 sq ft, packed with character features like exposed beams, a vast brick inglenook fireplace and wooden doors, which is combined to great effect with more modern additions such as stylish bathrooms and a contemporary farmhouse kitchen. There is also a detached one-bedroom cottage, offering space for visiting family or as an income generator. Interior Rafters is built in the traditional Sussex vernacular, of red brick and tile hung elevations under a tiled roof, with beautiful timber framing seen throughout the interior. The layout is very versatile, with a choice of spacious reception rooms for both formal and informal occasions, and a fabulous farmhouse kitchen with an AGA and attached laundry. The main reception room is a particular highlight, split into two separate areas by a central wall and wood-burning stove, with views over the gardens to the front and rear. Upstairs, four roomy double bedrooms and a further single bedroom offer a wealth of space, and there are three separate bath and shower rooms. A further mezzanine room, accessed from the landing, would make a lovely home office or a brilliant play room for children. In addition to the main house there is a detached and entirely self-contained one-bedroom cottage, which is equally as well presented as the main residence. The cottage comprises a reception room, kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom, and would be suited to an au pair, older children or grandparents living at home, or as a holiday let.OutsideThe house is set within grounds of about 5 acres, with equestrian facilities including fenced paddocks with field shelters and two blocks of stables one brick, one timber plus scope to install an arena (subject to permissions). Additional outbuildings include a studio, garage, workshop and barn, which all offer plenty of storage and fantastic scope for development, if desired. The gardens are beautifully landscaped, with hedges enclosing rolling lawns, ponds, vegetable plots, terraces and flowerbeds, as well as a brilliantly private outdoor pool. A sweeping drive leads to a generous parking area and a pretty front garden, affording a charming first impression.SituationThe small and very popular village of East Chiltington has a parish church and public house, The Jolly Sportsman, situated at the foot of the South Downs with close proximity to the South Downs National Park which provides outstanding countryside for riding, walking and cycling. The bustling city of Brighton is about 10 miles away with the A27 providing fast access to the A23/M23, Gatwick Airport and national motorway network. There is a large selection of excellent schools within the area, including Lewes Old Grammar, Brighton College, Roedean school, Burgess Hill School For Girls, Hurstpierpoint College, Cumnor House, Great Walstead, Worth Abbey and Ardingly College. Cooksbridge station (2 miles) offers trains to Victoria/London Bridge in approximately 60 minutes. Haywards Heath station (7.5 miles) has services to London in about 43 minutes. Lewes (4.5 miles) offers trains to London in about 70 minutes.Additional InformationAgent's Note There is a footpath that runs across the field. Local Authority Lewes and Eastbourne Councils. Council Tax Band H Services Mains water, electricity and drainage are supplied to the property. Oil-fired central heating. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_lewes-d196521/for-sale_i71312868
A delightful Grade II listed family home with two detached holiday cottages, in a lovely elevated setting enjoying distant sea views. DescriptionPyes Farm is a delightful Grade II Listed property which is believed to date in part from circa 1630 with later Victorian additions. Occupying an elevated position in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with views to the sea on a clear day, this beautifully presented property is set in about 1.42 acres and benefits from a number of detached period outbuildings which are accessed via a separate drive and currently utilised as holiday lets. The main house, which as part of the renovation has benefited from a roof replacement including cast iron guttering, features beautifully presented accommodation arranged over three floors, together with a cellar. It retains a wealth of charm and character, with exposed timbers, beams and brickwork, wood flooring and good ceiling heights to the majority of rooms. Attractive principal reception rooms comprise a welcoming dining room with open fireplace and a split-level sitting room with fireplace, Stovax wood burning stove and access via French doors to the south easterly terrace and garden, from where lovely views towards the coast can be enjoyed. Adjoining the sitting room is a flexible study/snug. The stylish Neptune kitchen, with limestone flooring, electric under floor heating and individual thermostatic controls, is equipped with a comprehensive range of cupboards, central island, all with quartz stone work surfaces. Appliances include Neff microwave and combination ovens, an integral dishwasher and Quooker boiling tap. There is space for an American-style fridge/freezer. A utility room with WC has space for a washing machine and tumble dryer.On the first floor the main bedroom suite has an en suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bath and dressing room. There are three further bedrooms, two with fitted cupboards and southerly views, are served by a well appointed bathroom with separate shower. On the second floor, there is an excellent attic guest suite with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams, and cleverly concealed shower room. Adjoining bedroom five is a further flexible bedroom six/recreation room.Pyes Farm is approached over a gravel drive which leads to a parking and turning area to the front of the house and the triple open bay garage with power and light and a first floor store room accessed via an external staircase, an adjoining mower store and a workshop. Attractive, well established gardens surround the house and extend to the rear with expanses of lawn, an attractive pond and an array of mature trees. To the south west of the main house lie the holiday cottages which are accessed via a separate drive with ample parking. Pyes Granary is a very attractive two storey conversion incorporating two ground floor bedrooms and a modern shower room and an excellent open-plan living space with fitted kitchen spanning the upper floor, with doors to a terrace.Little Pyes is a detached single storey building with a bedroom and en suite shower room, an open-plan sitting room/kitchen and a lovely decked terrace with southerly views. The properties each having a parking area, private outdoor space. Within this complex is a detached laundry/store room.LocationPyes Farm is located along a country lane just over 3 miles to the south east of the historic and picturesque town of Battle which has a good range of shops, public houses, restaurants together with a mainline station providing services to London. More comprehensive shopping and amenities can be found in Hastings (5.5 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (22.4 miles).An excellent selection of educational opportunities exist within the area in both the private and state sector, at all levels. These include Catsfield Primary School, Claverham Community College and Battle Abbey at Battle, Vinehall near Robertsbridge, and Bede's at Upper Dicker. Further afield there are schools in Benenden, Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge, Sevenoaks and Eastbourne.Frequent services run from Crowhurst (1.5miles) and Battle (3 miles) to London Charing Cross, London Waterloo and London Bridge.* All mileages and distances are approximateSquare Footage: 3,041 sq ft Acreage: 1.42 AcresDirectionsFrom the Cranbrook office take the A229 towards Hawkhurst. At the traffic lights carry straight on and follow the signs for Hurst Green. Continue through Hurst Green towards Robertsbridge and at the Johns Cross roundabout take the Battle exit. At the next roundabout, take the first exit towards Battle High Street. Continue along the high street and at the mini roundabout, bear right on the A2100 proceed for about 1.5 miles and turn right into Telham Lane. Pyes Farm will be found after about 1 mile on the left hand side. Additional InfoServices: Oil fired central heating to the main house, electric heating to the holiday lets. Mains electric and water. Private shared drainage. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_battle-d197377/for-sale_i69516851
An immaculately presented five bedroom family home with secondary accommodation and outbuildings in about 3.85 acres DescriptionHartfield Hall, is an exceptional country house of character. Approached over a long tree-lined private driveway, the property is a modern re-creation of a Wealden Hall House in a delightful setting with a wonderful feeling of space and a high degree of privacy.The striking galleried reception hall is the hub of the house, opening onto a spacious drawing room, with inglenook fireplace, and an equally generously proportioned kitchen, fitted and equipped to exacting standards. Between and connecting the two is a wonderful conservatory. Designed for year-round use, this impressive reception space with extensive bi-fold doors, commands a glorious southerly outlook across the paved terraces, established lilly ponds and the sweeping lawns bounded by a meandering stream.At over 4,600 sq ft, the accommodation is well suited to family living. Five bedrooms, three of which are dual-aspect with en suite bathrooms, open off the impressive galleried landing. The stunning triple-aspect principal bedroom, positioned at the rear of the house, is configured over two floors with an open stairway leading to an private dressing room and bathroom on the floor above.The main house is completed by a versatile family/games room, possibly sixth bedroom, occupying the majority the top floor, with dormer windows set into the steeply pitched tiled roof, and a fifth bathroom.There is an additional one bedroom cottage extending to almost 1,500 sq ft which sits well with the main house and the other outbuildings making ideal accommodation for an independently-minded relative or housekeeper.This unique house and its environs have been lovingly cared for and regularly enhanced and updated. With scope for further development of the barns and machine stores subject to all relevant required permissions, a new owner would be able to enjoy this highly desirable home with the opportunity to add their own style and facilities as their needs dictate.LocationSituated approximately 1.1 miles outside of Hartfield, the property benefits from a wonderful countryside outlook and yet the main south eastern town of Tunbridge Wells is reached nearby, within approximately 9.3 miles. Here, there are major shopping and entertainment amenities, whilst Hartfield itself is a famous Ashdown Forest village, with connections to the 'Winnie the Poo' writings of AA Milne, the area is complete with its picturesque period buildings, Church and Primary School and local shopping, an award-winning butcher, pub, cricket club and children's playground, whilst Perryhill Farmshop and Team Rooms is found just outside of Hartfield, reached within approx. 2.2 miles) from Hartfield Hall. The Forest itself covers over ten square miles and is one of the largest open access areas in the South East of England, the surrounding countryside forms part of the High Weald National Landscape, offering a range of wonderful walking and cycling routes. There are excellent local schools in the area, both state and private and of particular note, there is good access to Holmewood House preparatory school in Langton Green (approximately 7.3 miles), on the way into Tunbridge Wells. Other schools include Brambletye Boarding/Day School, Cumnor House, Ardingly, and Tonbridge. Public schools on from here include Tonbridge and Sevenoaks to the north and Mayfield and Upper Dicker, Eastbourne and Brighton, to the south. In addition, the Beacon Academy at Crowborough is growing in status and popularity. Rail services run on Southern Rail from Cowden (approximately 5.3 miles) and from South East Trains from Tunbridge Wells (approximately 9.5 miles), offering good alternative services into London. The Dorset Arms at Withyham is a popular destination gastro pub and East Grinstead to the west is an alternative major town destination (approximately 8.2 miles) and Forest Row beyond Hartfield (reached in approximately 4.9 miles) is another charming, smaller option with some interesting shopping. Golf at Royal Ashdown in Forest Row, or at The Nevill in Tunbridge Wells, riding and walking on the Ashdown Forest and racing at Lingfield Park, to the north of East Grinstead.Square Footage: 4,667 sq ft Acreage: 3.85 AcresDirectionsWhat3Words: ///credit.offerings.occupiers Additional InfoSituated in the High Weald National LandscapeServices: Mains water, electricity and drainage. LPG central heating. Outgoings: Wealden District Council - Tax Band HThe cottage can only be used as additional accommodation and cannot be split from the title. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_east-sussex-d538086/for-sale_i71377731
The property is a wonderful detached house with stunning far-reaching views over its gardens and the surrounding countryside beyond. The property was constructed in 2007 and offers substantial and beautifully presented family accommodation, arranged over three floors.The front door opens into a long entrance hallway with fantastic full height windows. To one end of the hallway there is a ground floor w.c. and a study/home office with window to the side. At the other end of the hallway a door leads into the attractive triple aspect drawing / dining room which is full of character and includes exposed beams and an impressive inglenook fireplace with wood burner. French doors to the side, and bi-fold doors to the rear, open onto the terrace and gardens creating a fantastic entertaining space with stunning far-reaching views. The spacious kitchen/breakfast room is at the rear of the house and also has bi-fold doors opening to the rear. The kitchen includes a range of wall and base units with marble worktops over, central island with breakfast bar on three sides and a tiled floor. The dining area also has a door to the side as well as a window to the front.On the first floor, the landing gives access to the four bedrooms on this level, all of which have en suite bath or shower rooms. There is an additional en suite first floor bedroom, as well as a games/sitting room, accessed via a secondary staircase from the dining room. On the second floor, there is a substantial bedroom with an en suite bathroom and Velux windows giving spectacular views over the gardens and countryside beyond. There is also a separate store room with fitted cupboards and eaves access for further storage.Outside, the property is approached via a five bar gated entrance over an 'in and out' gravel driveway leading to the house, attached double garage and parking area. Adjacent to the house there is a detached annexe which provides an open plan kitchen/sitting room with double door to the garden, shower room and first floor bedroom. To the rear and side of the house, there is a substantial paved terraced enjoying fantastic far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside. The delightful gardens and grounds are laid to lawn interspersed with mature trees and shrubs. There is also a pond which is overlooked by a decked sitting area. In all the property extends to about 3.66 acres.Northiam 0.7 miles. Tenterden 7.8 miles. Rye 8.7 miles. Robertsbridge 10.4 miles (London Bridge from 73 minutes). Etchingham 10.5 miles (London Bridge from 71 minutes). Battle 11 miles (London Bridge from 76 minutes). A21 (Flimwell) 11.4 miles. Ashford 20 miles (London St Pancras from 36 minutes). M20(J9) 21 miles. Tunbridge Wells 22 miles. (All times and distances approximate)The property is situated at the end of a no-through lane in a wonderful rural location and within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The nearby pretty village of Northiam has local shops and a post office serving day to day needs. Robertsbridge and Tenterden offer further amenities with a comprehensive range of shopping, commercial and leisure facilities available at the larger centres of Battle, Tunbridge Wells and Ashford. Rail services are available at Robertsbridge, Etchingham and Ashford stations.There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area, in both the state and private sectors, including Northiam and Bodiam Primary Schools, Vinehall at Robertsbridge, Claremont Senior at Bodiam, Battle Abbey, Marlborough House and St Ronan's at Hawkhurst, Benenden School, Dulwich Preparatory at Cranbrook, Tonbridge School, Kent College (girls) at Pembury. Leisure activities in the area include golf at Rye, Chart Hills (Biddenden), Dale Hill (Ticehurst), Sedlescombe and Tunbridge Wells; riding and walking in the surrounding countryside; sailing and water sports at Powdermill and Darwell Reservoirs and on the south coast. There are also numerous places of interest nearby including Great Dixter House and Gardens, Bodiam Castle and Rye. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_rye-c34996/for-sale_i68385533
Rylands is a characterful and considerable 17th-Century Sussex estate set on the southern edge of Plumpton village that offers versatile accommodation and a wealth of original period features, including thick exposed oak beams, leaded windows, wood flooring and feature fireplaces, as well as a one bedroom annexe, a stone barn, a one bedroom apartment adjacent to the excellent equestrian facilities which include 12 stables, tack room, two barns and manege, plus paddocks and gardens. The charming home with its grand 24 ft. heavily beamed central drawing room with its wide Inglenook fireplace and tiled hearth provides a striking entrance to the house, alongside which is a dual-aspect study with bay window. Further are the dining room and sitting room, both opening to the terrace and grounds, the sitting room has a feature fireplace, rich parquet flooring and an impressive curved walk-in bay window with pretty views. Off the hallway is the ground floor bedroom, bathroom and family room/bedroom 5 with French doors to the garden. Completing the floor is an in-keeping country kitchen with a range of cabinetry, worksurfaces, an AGA range and various deluxe integrated appliances. There is ample space for both formal and informal dining, with utility spaces/a boot room alongside the kitchen.The first floor is home to a capacious principal bedroom suite with the curved bay and farreaching elevated aspect with an en suite bathroom. A family bathroom serves an additional well-proportioned bedroom with access to a large store room and the secondfloor bedroom making 5 bedrooms in all.The property sits in a substantial enclosed private plot totalling 11.14 acres, surrounded by a wealth of mature trees and approached via a gravelled driveway and large forecourt, with box hedging beside a pretty front terrace. A paved pathway leads around the main home and to the 1-bedroom annexe and separate studio, with a charming brick-laid rear terrace overlooking a tranquil pond and an attractive lawned garden with a plethora of stocked herbaceous beds, a walled garden, pergolas, roses and an old oak tree. Further out are the generous stone built barn, swimming pool and tennis court. To the left of the driveway but convenient to the main house are several adaptable outbuildings and two timber-built stable blocks, plus a further barn, tack room and utility room being adjacent to 10 further stables with central concrete yard. Above this barn is the one bedroom apartment ideal for a stablehand. Close by are several well fenced paddocks and sand school.Picturesque Plumpton Green features shops, a garage, doctor's surgery and a mainline railway providing frequent services to London Victoria. The nearby vibrant and historic county town of Lewes forms part of the South Downs National Park and provides an excellent range of supermarkets, including a Waitrose, plenty of individual shops, restaurants and a variety of recreational facilities. The A27, A23 and M23 provide convenient road links. The coastal, business and entertainment city of Brighton & Hove is some 13 miles distant, offering an even more extensive range of amenities, recreational activities and highly regarded schools. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_plumpton-d567258/for-sale_i70210149
GUIDE PRICE £2,250,000A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO PURCHASE A SUBSTANTIAL DETACHED SIX DOUBLE BEDROOM GRADE II LISTED COUNTRY HOUSE ARRANGED OVER THREE FLOORS WHICH HAS BEEN ENHANCED WITH METICULOUS ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND LOVINGLY MAINTAINED BY THE CURRENT OWNERS* HIGH LEVEL BEAMED CEILINGS * FOUR MAIN RECEPTION ROOMS * SUPERB KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM WITH IMPRESSIVE ORANGERY* TWO ENSUITE BATHROOMS / SHOWER ROOMS * LARGE FAMILY BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM * POTENTIAL FOR FURTHER ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM SUBJECT TO PLANNING * SET IN JUST OVER 8 ACRES OF GROUNDS AND GRASS PADDOCKS WITH WONDERFUL RURAL VIEWS * DETACHED OUTBUILDINGS SUITABLE FOR CONVERSION INTO HOLIDAY LETTING UNITS OR HOME OFFICES * ADDITIONAL LARGE DETACHED TWO STOREY BRICK BUILT BUILDING WITH BOTH LAPSED PLANNING FOR CONVERSION INTO A TWO BEDROOM ANNEX & CURRENT PLANNING BEING SOUGHT FOR CONVERSION INTO A SEPARATE DETACHED THREE BEDROOMED DWELLING HOUSE * BATTLE TOWN & MAINLINE STATION WITHIN 1 MILE * EXCELLENT LOCAL SCHOOLING BOTH IN THE PRIVATE AND STATE SECTORS* FURTHER 36.1 ACRES OF ADJOINING AGRICULTURAL LAND & LARGE AMOUNT OF REDUNDANT & DERELICT FARM BUILDINGS AVAILABLE BY SEPARATE NEGOATIATION (POSSIBLY PERFECT FOR CREATING A WINERY & VINEYARD)* FURTHER 4.3 ACRE FIELD WITH ITS OWN PRIVATE ROAD ACCESS ALSO AVAILABLE BY SEPARATE NEGOTIATION. LAPSED PLANNING FOR A SEPARATE ANNEX BY CONVERTING THE OLD LARGE DETACHED BRICK BUILT SQUASH COURT NUMEROUS OTHER OUTBUILDINGS SUITABLE FOR CONVERSION INTO HOLIDAY LETTING UNITS OR CRAFT UNITS.DESCRIPTION: An extremely rare opportunity to purchase a most impressive and substantial sized three storey six double bedroom Grade II listed period character family country residence set within just over 8 acres of its own grass paddocks and classically designed landscaped gardens with the added benefit of numerous outbuildings that can or could be possibly converted subject to planning into annexes, separate dwelling houses, as well as holiday lets or even craft units. Available also by separate negotiation currently is a further 36.1 acres with an extensive amount of redundant and derelict farm buildings also with its own road access. In addition, also available by separate negotiation is a 4.3 acre field with its own private access.The current owners over the years have lovingly maintained and enhanced this stunning and fine period home, both internally and externally, with the accommodation currently comprising of a generous sized reception hall, a sitting room, a formal dining room , a family room, a large vaulted ceilinged conservatory / orangery, a kitchen / breakfast room, a laundry / utility room, a cloakroom, walk in larders, a wine cellar, six double bedrooms, two ensuites and a family bathroom / shower room, as well as potential to incorporate a further ensuite shower room subject to planning. Internally, this high-ceilinged Grade II listed period home benefits from numerous character features, including, a host of exposed beams, inglenook fireplaces, rustic red brick and wooden floors, wonderful wooden staircases, sash windows and even a concealed wine cellar. Externally, the main property facades are constructed of historically important sandstone, which are understood to have come from Battle Abbey that had been built with high quality imported French Sandstone, purposefully insisted upon by William the Conqueror. This unique beautiful country home with its extensive paddocks and grounds, could quite possibly accommodate a wine enthusiast's dream of wishing to start their own bespoke vineyard, with nearby properties already producing some impressive vintages. We strongly recommend watching the aerial drone video for this property. Furthermore, in addition to the detailed floor plans and professional photography, we also provide an extremely informative 3D 360 degree virtual tour. LOCATION: Situated at the end of its own long private driveway and surrounded by its beautiful classically designed landscaped gardens and adjoining wild flower meadows and grass paddocks, which are believed to total approximately 9 acres, this property is within only a few minutes' drive of Battle and its mainline train station, making it a perfect property for any London buyer still looking to commute to the city. Depending upon educational needs, there are numerous highly reputable teaching institutions within the general locality, including Battle Abbey, Vinehall, Claverham, St Ronan, Bede's, Mayfield School for Girls and Eastbourne College to name but a few. Leisure pursuits are also well catered for with numerous golf courses nearby and sailing available on the coast of both Eastbourne and Hastings. The property is opposite Battle Great Wood (460 acres) providing direct access from the paddocks to a network of bridleways and footpaths if you enjoy walking or horse riding. ACCOMMODATION: From the impressive extensive sized classically designed circular gravelled driveway you are able to approach this fabulous and beautiful character residence with its imposing panelled ecclesiastical wooden front door, which allows you to enter the generous sized main reception hall.MAIN RECEPTION HALL: Comprising of high-level beamed ceilings, period red brick floors, an antique styled cast iron radiator, beautiful part oak panelling fronting the main staircase to the far end, large paned sash window allowing significant natural light into the hall, as well as providing a pleasant aspect of the front gardens and rural views beyond. In addition, the main staircase leading off from this spacious reception hall are a number of panelled oak doors which also lead to a sitting room, a formal dining room and to an inner connecting hall. SITTING ROOM: A large and imposing double aspect room with a stunningly inglenook fireplace with intricate stacked clay tiled and herringbone brickwork, including a brick hearth and a splendid oak bressummer beam above, antique style cast iron radiator, further radiator, high level beamed ceiling, large paned sash window with a gorgeous aspect over the front garden and beyond, leaded light window to left side of inglenook with raised aspect of the side garden, paned wooden French doors with aspect of and opening out onto a secluded side sun terrace and beautiful vista of the classically designed side gardens. Although the sitting room can be approached from the main reception hall, there is an additional oak panelled door leading off to an inner hall.DINING ROOM: A generous sized and elegantly designed double aspect room with wonderful wooden floors, high level beamed ceiling and a substantial impressive medieval stone fireplace with moulded oak mantel and surround, cast iron antique style radiator, large paned sash window benefitting incorporated seating level and aspect over the front garden. Either side of the stone fireplace are arched recesses, one with a raised leaded light window with aspect to a further side garden area and the other recess with an incorporated and fitted wooden drinks cabinet.INNER CONNECTING HALL BETWEEN RECEPTION HALL AND KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM: Approached from the main reception hall and comprising of period red brick floor, fitted low level wooden storage cupboards, attractive exposed beams to walls and ceiling, doors leading off to the kitchen / breakfast room and the right hand side lobby. RIGHT HAND SIDE LOBBY: Comprising of part carpeted and part exposed period red brick floors, attractive exposed beams to wall, cast iron antique style radiator, downlights and to the far end is an antique styled pedestal wash basin with chrome taps and a window above with aspect over the rear gardens. There are two doors leading off from this lobby area, the first is to the cloakroom and the other is to the utility room. CLOAKROOM: With a painted panelled wooden door and comprising of a feature style brick effect walled interior which compliments the period red brick floor, an antique style W.C. with a window above. LAUNDRY / UTILITY ROOM: With a painted panelled wooden door and comprising of period red brick floor, wall mounted butlers sink with chrome taps, fitted worktop with spaces and pints under for washing machine and dryer, further space for large fridge freezer, high level beamed ceiling and fitted shelving and further door opening into small room that has a hatch providing access to the wine cellar below. KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM: A double aspect room with a comprehensive range of bespoke Shaker style painted wooden cupboard and base units with heavy slate and wooden worksurfaces over, inset twin butlers sinks, chrome taps, paned windows behind with aspect of rear garden, feature classic oil AGA further fitted Calor gas four ring hob with electric oven, space for dishwasher, large central Island with wooden breakfast bar and preparation surface and cupboards / draws under, tiled floors, downlights, high level beamed ceilings, further fitted shelves, door to large walk in larder. The larder has a period red brick floor, fitted shelving, a further area for another fridge freezer and window. From this naturally light double aspect kitchen / breakfast room are further doors leading off to the left side inner hall and also an impressive sized conservatory / orangery. CONSERVATORY / ORANGERY: A substantial sized entertaining and relaxing room comprising of tiled floors with underheating, part rendered walls with part upper wooden and glazed sides under a fabulous pitched wooden and glazed roof with a stunning vista outside over the large established rear gardens and beyond the property's adjoining grass paddocks. There is a feature fitted wood burner for the winter or cool summer evenings, wall lights, an additional open plan dining area to the formal dining room and an extensive further socializing open plan section for sofas and armchairs. There are also internal windows looking back into the kitchen / breakfast room, the family room, as well as French doors opening out onto a rear raised wooden decked sun terrace. There is also a side door leading off from the conservatory to a side lobby with a stable style door leading to the garden.INNER SIDE HALL: Approached from the kitchen / breakfast room, with quarry tiled floors and doors leading off to a family room / snug, second larder, rear staircase and further door to outside courtyard. FAMILY ROOM / SNUG: A double aspect room with feature open fireplace with brick surround and hearth, cast iron antique style radiator, window with aspect over the inner courtyard and outside dining area, further window with aspect to conservatory / orangery. SECOND LARDER: With quarry tiled floor, fitted shelving and window with aspect to courtyard. WINE CELLAR: Accessed via a hatch from beyond the laundry / utility room with a wooden staircase leading down to a well ventilated room similar in size to the formal dining room with a period brick floor.FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION: This can be accessed by both the main front staircase and the rear staircase from the inner side hall. MAIN FRONT STAIRCASE: leading off from the front reception hall with period wooden stairs and with carved wooden balustrade to one side and exposed beamed wall to the other and rising up to the split twin first floor landing. FIRST FLOOR LANDINGS: With high ceilings, exposed beams, cast iron radiator and doors leading off to bedrooms 2, 3, 4 and 5, as well as a luxury family shower room and further staircase leading to the master bedroom suite 1. BEDROOM TWO WITH ENSUITE BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM: A double sized room with high level beamed ceilings, feature brick fireplace, fitted wardrobe cupboards, cast iron radiator, paned windows with aspect over front gardens and beyond of the property's grass meadows and further adjoining countryside. Door to ensuite bathroom / shower room. ENSUITE BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM TO BEDROOM TWO: Double aspect and comprising of a panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, high level beamed ceiling, chrome heated towel rail, further cast-iron radiator, antique style pedestal wash basin with chrome taps, down light, W.C, window with aspect to the side and further light window with aspect to rear garden. BEDROOM THREE: A double sized and double aspect room with feature fireplace, cast iron radiator, beautiful exposed wooden floors, exposed beams to walls, high level beamed ceiling, further cast-iron radiator wash basin, paned window with aspect over the front gardens and stunning views beyond over the property's grass paddocks and adjoining countryside, further raised window with aspect over further classical designed landscaped part walled gardens.BEDROOM FOUR: A double sized and double aspect room, with a feature fireplace, cast iron radiator, and fitted wash basin with chrome taps, tiled splash back and cupboard under, downlights, window with aspect to side and further window with aspect to rear gardens. BEDROOM FIVE: Approached from the generous rear galleried part of the first-floor landing that has a window with aspect over the side grounds. This double sized room comprises of downlights, cast iron radiator, further radiator, feature fireplace, fitted wash basin with chrome taps, and cupboard under, window with aspect over the side grounds. PLEASE NOTE: There may be potential to incorporate the very large adjoining walk-in storage room that also has a window and sink into an ensuite shower room subject to planning. BEDROOM SIX: A double sized room currently used as a study with attractive exposed wooden floors, beautiful exposed beamed walls and high-level ceiling, paned and sash window with wonderful aspect over the front garden and beyond of the property's private grass paddocks, as well as the adjoining countryside. LUXURY FAMILY SHOWER ROOM SUITE: Comprising of an entrance vestibule with airing cupboard and doors leading off to a cloakroom and the formal part of the family shower room. The shower room has oak floors, a fitted panelled bath with further panelled upper surrounds, a separate double sized shower with a heavy glazed side and tiled walls with chrome shower control system, pedestal wash basin with chrome taps, part half panelled walls, chrome heated towel rail, shaver point, further radiator, down lights, window with aspect over the rear gardens. Cloakroom adjoining off from the entrance vestibule via its own wooden panelled door, cast iron radiator, W.C., part tiled and part carpeted floor, sash window.SECOND FLOOR ACCOMMODATION: Approached from the first-floor landing via a concealed period wooden staircase hidden behind a wonderful old wooden door. This charming wide and easy rising staircase which has beamed walls either side leads up to the master bedroom suite one.MASTER BEDROOM SUITE ONE WITH LARGE LUXURY ENSUITE BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM: An impressive double sized room with splendid vaulted beamed ceiling, fitted wardrobe cupboards, further fitted storage cupboards, radiators, twin windows to the far end either side of the elegant brick chimney breast with views over the walled gardens and beyond to the wild meadows and adjoining countryside. Oak panelled door to large ensuite bathroom / shower room.LARGE ENSUITE BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM TO MASTER BEDROOM ONE: Comprising of twin antique style pedestal wash basins with chrome taps, beautiful vaulted beamed ceiling, cast iron roll top bath with ball and claw feet, radiators, W.C., bidet, numerous fitted storage cupboards, separate shower with glazed and chrome sides, tiled walls and chrome shower control system, twin windows with aspect to side. OUTSIDE: This absolutely unique and impressive sized three storey six double bedroomed character Grade II listed country family residence has numerous outbuildings and wonderful mature classically designed gardens and grounds of just over 8 acres in all.LAPSED & CURRENT PLANNING APPLICATIONS FOR LARGE DETACHED TWO STOREY BRICK BUILDING LOCATED TO THE FAR END OF THE REAR GROUNDS: In addition to the numerous outbuildings, there is also currently both lapsed planning permission to convert a large detached brick-built building that is presently an old squash court to become a detached ancillary three bedroom annex for the main house, as well as a current planning application being processed to have this two-storey brick building converted into a detached three bedroom dwelling house with separate access. REAR COURTYARD COMPLEX: Approached from the side lobby of the main house, as well as by side gates from both the front and rear gardens, there is a lovely sheltered and part enclosed alfresco dining area with an old well, gravelled base and rustic brick walls including charming old wooden doors leading into the adjoining outside brick buildings that are utilized as an outdoor office and storage / pool room. OLD SWIMMING POOL: Presently converted to a wildlife pond and delightful water feature being both a most inviting further alfresco dining area and / or a private secluded place for meditation and contemplation. The pool can easily be resorted to its original purpose.DETACHED STABLE BUILDING: Located with its own adjoining paddock beyond the courtyard complex and beyond the walled gardens, this brick constructed building could also be considered suitable for conversion into a craft unit, or possibly a holiday letting unit. FRONT GARDENS: These are comprised of stocked shrub borders with mature trees to the outer boundaries and also with the main gravel driveway including a feature circular ornamental raised central island between a classical designed front lawn with beautiful period brick pathways. SIDE PART WALLED GARDEN: A most stunning and beautiful attribute, which perfectly compliments this most imposing Grade II listed country residence. Arranged as gradually stepped lawns with abundantly stocked flower and shrub borders in addition to also having an exquisite brick paved side path leading up and beyond the high brick walled boundaries which perfectly frame this tantalising arboreal and floral designed landscaped garden. REAR GARDENS: These are predominantly comprised of lawn with the large detached two storey brick squash court to the far end, with the vegetable and herb gardens positioned to the lower boundary including an old rustic and previously part glazed greenhouse / potting shed. Above the rear lawned gardens is a further grass paddock accessed by a wooden five bar gate. GRASS PADDOCKS/ WILD MEADOWS: These are believed to total approximately 7 acres in addition to the circa 1 acre of formal gardens. The very attractive meadow grass paddocks that are mainly located beyond the front of this fine country residence are able to be appreciated further when approaching this elegant and substantial rural Grade II listed family home from the main driveway, which sweeps through these lush pastures after originally entering through the private electrically operated gated main entrance. GARAGING AND PARKING: There are two main areas where vehicles can be parked. The first is within and in front of a three-bay heritage style garage, set to the side of the formal front circular drive by the main house. The second is to the rear of the main house at the end of the rear gardens where there is a substantial old wooden triple garage and store area as well as a very extensive gravelled parking area in front and to the side. PLEASE NOTE: Available by separate negotiation is a further 36.1 acres of agricultural land with an extensive amount of redundant and derelict farm buildings with a separate road frontage.Also available by separate negotiation is a further 4.3 acre field with its own private access to the road. COUNCIL TAX BAND: G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_battle-d197377/for-sale_i69032959
GUIDE PRICE £2,250,000 AN EXTREMELY ATTRACTIVE DETACHED SIX DOUBLE BEDROOMED THREE STOREY GRADE II LISTED CHARACTER COUNTRY FAMILY RESIDENCE MEASURING IN EXCESS OF 3,400 SQUARE FEET WITH THE BENEFIT OF 46.64 ACRES AND NUMEROUS OUTBUILDINGS 46.64 ACRES OF BEAUTIFUL WELL DRAINED GRAZING LAND, INCLUDING SOME WOODLAND, A LAKE AND PONDS, WHICH ALSO ADJOINS OTHER STUNNING RURAL SUSSEX COUNTRYSIDE AND ENJOYS FAR REACHING BREATHTAKING VIEWS BEYOND NUMEROUS AND EXTENSIVE SIZED FARM BUILDINGS ACCESSIBLE BY THEIR OWN SEPARATE DRIVEWAY AND DOUBLE GATED ENTRANCE THAT ARE UNDERSTOOD TO BE POSSIBLY SUITABLE FOR CONVERSION UNDER CLASS R PLANNING REGULATIONS INTO COMMERCIAL OFFICES AND COMMERCIAL STORAGE FACILITIES LAPSED PLANNING PERMISSION WHICH COULD ALSO NOW BE POSSIBLY REINSTATED FOR A CIRCA 1000 SQUARE FOOT DETACHED TWO BEDROOMED LUXURY HOLIDAY PROPERTY RENTAL UNIT FURTHER DETACHED OUTBUILDINGS IN ADDITION TO THE OTHER LARGE FARM BUILDINGS THAT MAY ALSO QUALIFY FOR CONVERSION INTO FURTHER LUCRATIVE HOLIDAY RENTAL UNITS SUBJECT TO PLANNING POSSIBILITY ALSO TO CREATE A FINANCIALLY LUCRATIVE CARP FISHING BUSINESS BY REPAIRING AND ENHANCING THE EXISTING LARGE PONDS AND OLD LAKE LOCATED ON THE PROPERTY'S 46.64 ACRES POSSIBILITY ALSO TO CREATE A FINANCIALLY LUCRATIVE GLAMPING BUSINESS SUBJECT TO PLANNING WITH THE INTRODUCTION OF SHEPHERD'S HUTS, ESPECIALLY CONSIDERING THE STUNNING VIEWS AND BEING SO CLOSE TO RUSHLAKE GREEN VILLAGE AND ITS LOCAL SHOP / POST OFFICE AND HORSE & GROOM PUB / RESTAURANT EXISTING ALL WEATHER MENAGE AND STABLE FACILITIES ALL WEATHER TENNIS COURT & SPACE SUBJECT TO PLANNING TO CREATE AN OUTDOOR / OR COVERED OUTDOOR SWIMMING POOL STUNNING RURAL VIEWS POSSIBILITY TO QUALIFY FOR MIXED USE STAMP DUTY CONVENIENT DRIVING DISTANCE FROM THE MAINLINE STATIONS OF STONEGATE, ETCHINGHAM, BUXTED AND POLEGATE WITH DIRECT SERVICES TO LONDON AND THE COAST DESCRIPTION: An extremely rare and exciting opportunity to own a fine and substantial sized detached six double bedroomed country family residence, which is also set within its own private grounds and meadow grasslands that extend to 46.64 acres, as well as enjoying wonderful breathtaking and far reaching views over the further adjoining Sussex countryside as far as the eye can see. In addition, we understand this property still functions in some various format as a small holding farm and also has been in the historical receipt of farm / land payments, which in turn may also help for the property purchase to qualify for the mixed-use stamp duty benefit. Furthermore, this property also comes with the benefit of numerous and substantial sized old farm buildings that can be accessed by a separate driveway.These farm buildings could also offer a new owner so many incredible entrepreneurial opportunities, including under the CLASS R Planning guidelines, which would allow for the buildings to possibly be converted into commercial offices and / or commercial storage facilities, therefore providing useful lucrative income streams. Furthermore, there has already been historic planning permission granted for a luxury detached two bedroomed circa 1000 square foot holiday letting property to be created from the conversion of the old coach house (although this planning has now lapsed, but could be quite easily re-instated in our opinion). PLEASE NOTE: Our own in-house and associated planners have already investigated the CLASS R PLANNING possibilities for this property's existing outbuildings, and this being the case, they feel there is a good chance for this permission to be successfully granted if applied for correctly. The conversion of the property's other brick buildings into further holiday letting units may also be a possibility, subject to planning. All of which could also provide a good additional future income stream for a new owner. Also, it is understood, that after a number of years of obtaining CLASS R planning permission and having the buildings converted and used accordingly, there then may be a possibility of allowing for CLASS Q planning to be considered (CLASS Q being the conversion of commercial office buildings and commercial storage into residential housing). Equestrian buyers / enthusiasts may also be interested to know that the property also has good existing equestrian facilities onsite, which currently include an all-weather menage and a number of stables. This facility is further complemented by the property's separate road access to these farm buildings and equine facilities, which allow for the access and parking for large horseboxes.PLEASE NOTE: Other possible business opportunities which could easily be incorporated onto the property's grounds of 46.64 acres, are either Fishing and glamping, or indeed both. The commercial fishing opportunity, can be fairly easily created by both repairing and enhancing the property's existing ponds and its attractive small lake. Neville and Neville can suggest reputable suitable contractors and advisors to assist with this advice, if and where required. Glamping is also currently proving very popular and a lucrative business model in the East Sussex area, especially when utilizing Shepherds Huts, that are in turn complimented by the property's stunning rural views, as well as also being located so conveniently close to the idyllic village of Rushlake Green with excellent local amenities and renowned gastro pub. For those buyers looking for a lovely country property, but not so keen to keep a large amount of land and / or associated outbuilding, there is also the opportunity to consider selling off any excessive land and / or numerous outbuildings and in turn, keeping the main Grade II listed detached six double bedroomed residence with its attractive gardens and its all-weather tennis court. Therefore, in the process recouping a surprising amount of the original purchase price, especially in this instance, where the farm buildings already have their own separate gated driveway.In actual fact, Neville and Neville have been very successful in selling unwanted farm buildings, even with only small amounts of land, and also without CLASS R or CLASS Q planning permission, and achieving significant premium prices. However, keeping the whole farm and the country house together, would in our opinion be the most ideal choice to take, especially considering all of the positive financial variables which the numerous farm buildings and land can offer the new property owner.This attractive and substantial sized character country residence is offered for sale in good decorative order and also benefits from many beautiful character features throughout, as well as high level beamed ceilings and numerous impressive feature inglenook fireplaces. Its accommodation presently provides six double bedrooms that are arranged on both the first and second floors, also with potential to create (subject to planning) two ensuite facilities, as well as an additional family bathroom / shower room in the existing attic room on the second floor. These would be in addition to the existing large luxury family bathroom and further separate luxury family shower room located on the first floorThe property's accommodation, also includes a reception hall, an inner hall, a country style kitchen with separate adjoining breakfast room, a utility room / boot room, a formal dining room, a sitting room, a large study / family snug room and two cloakrooms. LOCATION: This substantial and impressive detached six double bedroomed country residence, is situated in a highly desirable rural part of East Sussex known as Rushlake Green, as well as also being set within its own private gardens and grounds of 46.64 acres, that are presently comprised of grass meadows, wooded areas, in addition to a number of ponds and a small lake. Furthermore, this property's grounds are adjoined by further extensive Sussex countryside, with beautiful breathtaking and far reaching views beyond, as far as the eye can see.London buyers have always been extremely keen to relocate to this specific part of East Sussex and the idyllic and picturesque village of Rushlak Green in particular. Especially as the mainline stations of Stonegate, Etchingham and Polegate are within convenient driving distance, making this area perfect for London commuters.This fine country home, is also within easy walking distance, of the Rushlake Green village and its excellent local amenities, which currently include the very successful local village store and Post Office, in addition to the highly reputable and popular Horse and Groom Pub and Restaurant. More comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities can be found at the market town of Heathfield, or further afield at Tunbridge Wells. However, Heathfield has a Waitrose, a Sainsburys, a Tesco and other supermarkets, as well as a vast selection of artisan stores and a number of private gyms. Just outside Heathfield are the Rugby and Tennis club and for those interested in riding, there are numerous bridleways, especially in and around Rushlake Green itself. Depending upon educational requirements, there are numerous respected teaching institutions to choose from, including Bede's, Battle Abbey, Skippers Hill, Vinehall, Eastbourne College and Mayfield School for Girls to name but a few. ACCOMMODATION FOR MAIN HOUSE: From the extensive gravelled driveway, you are able to approach this imposing property's front entrance via a red brick paved pathway, which meets a substantial elegant character panelled wooden front door which opens into the property's main reception hall.MAIN RECEPTION HALL: Comprising of a quarry tiled floor, feature painted brick side wall with fireplace, presently used as a log storage area, doors leading off to a cloakroom, a storage cupboard, the kitchen / breakfast room, a large study / family snug room, as well as steps leading up to a formal dining room, and an extension of the reception hall leading off to the sitting room, as well as the main staircase leading to the first floor accommodation. CLOAKROOM: Comprising of a W.C., wash basin, radiator and leaded light window with aspect to front.STUDY / FAMILY SNUG ROOM: Approached from the reception hall and comprising of a double aspect room with storage cupboards, radiators, leaded light windows with aspect to front and side gardens, door also leading to side garden.FORMAL DINING ROOM: Approached from the main reception hall and comprising of a double aspect room with high level beamed ceilings, large and impressive inglenook fireplace with brick sides and with a substantial oak bressummer beam over, fitted cast iron wood burner, radiators, storage cupboards, leaded light windows with aspect over the side and rear gardens.INNER HALL: With attractive high level beamed ceilings, stairs leading off to first floor accommodation and further glazed and wooden door leading to the sitting room.SITTING ROOM: Comprising of a double aspect room with a large feature brick inglenook fireplace with quarry tiled hearth and oak bressummer beam over, high level beamed ceilings radiators, leaded light windows with aspects over the rear and side gardens, as well as far reaching rural views beyond over the property's circa 46.64 acres.KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM: Comprising of a bespoke range of classic style country house wooden cupboard and base units with wooden worktops over, fitted butlers sink with mixer tap, downlighting, polished brick floors, recessed area with cooking range and mantle over, spaces for appliances windows with aspect over the front garden, opening to the breakfast area, window with aspect to side garden, separate utility room.UTILITY / BOOT ROOM: With cupboard and base units and spaces for appliances, window with aspect to side garden and door also leading out to front and side area. FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION: Approached from the main staircase from the inner hall, that leads to the first floor landing area.FIRST FLOOR LANDING: Comprising of part high level beamed ceilings, window with aspect to front and rural views beyond, doors leading off to bedrooms, 1, 2, 3, 4 and the family bathrooms and shower rooms, as well as access to the further staircase leading to the second floor accommodation. BEDROOM ONE MAIN SUITE WITH DRESSING ROOM: A double sized room comprising of high level beamed ceilings and beams to wall areas, fitted wardrobes, feature old brick fireplace, potential to incorporate an ensuite subject to planning, window with aspect over the side garden, radiator, further opening to an adjoining dressing room area with window having aspect over the rear garden.BEDROOM TWO: A double sized and triple aspect room with radiator, character fireplace, windows with aspect to the front and side garden and views beyond. BEDROOM THREE: A double sized room with high level beamed ceilings, radiator, windows with aspect over the rear gardens and lovely far reaching rural views beyond over the property's 46.64 acres and the surrounding countryside.BEDROOM FOUR: A double sized room with radiator, attractive exposed beams, space subject to planning to incorporate and ensuite shower room, windows with aspect over the side garden and also enjoying absolutely stunning rural far-reaching views beyond over the property's adjoining 46.64 acres and the surrounding countryside beyond. LARGE LUXURY FAMILY BATHROOM: Comprising of an antique styled suite with a rolltop slipper bath on ball and claw feet, with chrome taps and shower attachment, antique style W.C., antique style pedestal wash basin with chrome taps, half panelled wall, character feature fireplace, radiator, window with aspect to front and far reaching views beyond.ADDITIONAL LUXURY LARGE SEPARATE FAMILY SHOWER ROOM: Comprising of large double shower with heavy glazed front, pedestal antique styled wash basin with chrome taps, half panelled walls, airing cupboard, downlighting, radiator, window with aspect to front grounds and far reaching views beyond. 2ND CLOAKROOM: Located next to the large family shower room and comprising of a W.C., radiator and window with aspect to front and views beyond.SECOND FLOOR ACCOMMODATION: Approached from the further staircase from the first floor landing, which leads to the second floor landing.SECOND FLOOR LANDING: With beams and doors leading off to bedrooms 5 and 6, as well as to a separate attic storage room that could subject to planning become a further bathroom / shower room servicing the second floor accommodation. BEDROOM FIVE: A double sized room with eaves storage access, fitted wardrobe cupboards, attractive feature fireplace and window to the far end with absolutely stunning and breathtaking views over the property's adjoining 46.64 acres and surrounding countryside beyond. BEDROOM SIX: A double sized room with beamed ceiling, feature fireplace and window with aspect to side garden. ATTIC ROOM: With twin windows and a sized area suitable subject to planning for a further family bathroom / shower room to service the second floor accommodation comprising of bedrooms 5 and 6.OUTSIDE: In addition to its 46.64 acres, this substantial sized and extremely attractive detached six double bedroomed and three storey character Grade II listed country family residence, also benefits from its own attractive country house gardens, that include an all weather tennis court, as well as the potential (subject to planning) to create an outdoor swimming pool. Furthermore, the main farmhouse has a detached triple garage, as well as an extensive sized gravel driveway and parking / turning area, all of which can be accessed via its main front double gated entrance that is separate from the other parts of the farm / country estate. In addition, there is a separate double gated entrance to the property's extensive sized and numerous detached farm buildings that are understood to be suitable quite possibly for CLASS R planning permission. PLEASE NOTE CLASS R PLANNING: Is where planning policy allows for the conversion of old farm buildings to be converted into offices and / or storage facilities. This being the case, our in-house planning department has already looked at this being a possible viable option. Furthermore, CLASS Q can sometimes be granted after a number of years have passed under CLASS R usage. PLANNING PERMISSION REFERENCE WD/2005/ 0166/F: Had already previously granted, although this has now currently lapsed, for the detached brick coach house building to be converted into a luxury high yielding residential holiday rental property. This being the case, it is therefore most likely that this same planning permission would be granted again, as well as possibly some of the other detached brick outbuildings also located on site.NUMEROUS FARM BUILDINGS WITH EXCELLENT POTENTIAL FOR CONVERSION INTO VALUABLE COMMERCIAL USEAGE: These can be accessed from a separate double gated driveway and presently comprise of the following:1. The large ATCOST storage barn for farm machinery also with animal storage areas measures 88.7 feet X 48.5 feet = 4,301 square feet. Which according to our planning department would be ideal for conversion into offices under CLASS R PLANNING.2. Second large high level ATCOST tractor and hay barn also suitable for CLASS R PLANNING for either offices or a storage facility.3. The old coach house building measuring a total area of 987 square feet has already previous been granted planning for conversion into a luxury two bedroomed detached holiday rental property under reference WD/2005/0166/F and therefore, it is likely that this permission can be renewed.4. The old brick-built pig pen measuring 416 square feet 5. The old machinery store measuring 535 square feet EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES ALREADY ON SITE: These include a large all-weather menage and a number of loose boxes and space to park and store large horseboxes / tailers.FARMLAND: We are currently informed that the circa 46 acres have been entitled to farm / land qualifying payments, therefore there may be possibilities for mixed use stamp duty benefits.GRAZING LAND: This predominantly forms the majority of the land belonging to the farm and is classed as Grade 3 and mostly Wadhurst clay. There is also water connected to the grazing land areas. FISHING PONDS & LAKES: The advantage of the soil being Wadhurst clay, allows for both the existing natural old ponds and the further small lake area, to be easily restored and enhanced to create a beneficial and lucrative carp fishing business, which could also run alongside the existing or future enhanced farm uses and or a possible glamping business as well.GLAMPING BUSINESS POTENTIAL: Furthermore, the fact that this fine property / country estate enjoys such fabulous local scenery and stunning far reaching views, in addition to also being located so close to the picturesque village of Rushlake Green, with its excellent local village shop / Post Office and The Horse & Groom Pub Restaurant, makes it an ideal opportunity for a successful glamping / business with Shepherds Huts to be created in our opinion (subject to planning). PLEASE NOTE: Our in-house and associated planners can provide where requested, guidance and advice on the above mentioned planning possibilities.COUNCIL TAX BAND: G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_heathfield-d197517/for-sale_i68996336
GUIDE PRICE: £2,250,000-£2,500,000MAIN SPECIFICATIONS: A MAGNIFICENT DETACHED 3,500 SQUARE FOOT FIVE TO SIX BEDROOMED GRADE II LUXURY BARN CONVERSION WITH CIRCA 9 ACRES * SUCCESSFUL 3 UNIT GLAMPING SAFARI STYLE BUSINESS THAT COULD BE FURTHER ENHANCED * FABULOUS OPPORTUNITY TO COMMERCIALIZE AN ESTABLISHED ARTISAN SPARKLING WHITE WINE VINEYARD AND WINERY * ALSO THE CHANCE FOR SUCCESSFUL OUTCOME OF POTENTIAL PLANNING PERMISSION BEING SOUGHT BY THE CURRENT OWNER FOR THE GRANTING OF A LUXURY BESPOKE BUILDING PLOT FOR AN IMPRESSIVE NET CARBON ZERO TUDOR STYLE OAK FRAMED RESIDENCE WOULD BENEFIT ANY PURCHASER OF THIS SMALL COUNTRY ESTATE * BATTLE MAINLINE STATION WITHIN ONLY A FEW MINUTES WALK AWAY.BARN SPECIFICATIONS: A RARE NINE AISLE SUSSEX BARN ONCE BELONGING TO THE ESTATE OF BATTLE ABBEY. THERE HAS BEEN A BARN ON THE SITE SINCE THE 14TH CENTURY WITH THE CURRENT VERSION DATING FROM 1729 AND CONVERTED IN 1987 TO A HIGH STANDARD * ROOF COMPLETELY RETHATCHED BY THE CURRENT OWNERS IN WATER REED WHICH WILL LAST FOR 40 YEARS * GROUND SOURCE AND AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMPS * HIGH LEVEL CEILINGS THROUGHOUT * DOUBLE GLAZED OAK FRAMED WINDOWS THROUGHOUT * FIVE / SIX DOUBLE BEDROOMS * TWO FEATURE INGLENOOK FIREPLACES * CURRENTLY A LUXURY ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM TO BEDROOM ONE * A LUXURY FAMILY BATHROOM * FURTHER LUXURY FAMILY SHOWER ROOM * POTENTIAL TO INCORPORATE ANOTHER ENSUITE TO BEDROOM TWO AND BEDROOM FIVE * POTENTIAL TO INCORPORATE A LARGE DOWNSTAIRS CLOAKROOM SET OFF THE MAIN RECEPTION HALL * POTENTIAL TO INCORPORATE THE LARGE FORMAL DINING ROOM TO THE ADJOINING KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM * LARGE SITTING ROOM * LARGE LOUNGE * UTILITY / BOOT ROOM * IMPRESSIVE OPEN PLAN FIRST FLOOR LANDING WITH AMAZING RURAL VIEWS * DETACHED STORAGE STABLE AND WINERY BUILDINGS * GERNEROUS SIZED GRAVELLED ISLAND AND CIRCULAR DRIVEWAY PROVIDING PARKING FOR A NUMBER OF CARS WITH GLAMPING CAR PARK FURTHER BEYOND * DETACHED 3,500 SQUARE FOOT LUXURY GRADE II LISTED BARN CONVERSION SET IN CIRCA 9 ACRES (TO BE VERIFIED) SUCCESSFUL 3 UNIT SAFARI STYLE GLAMPING BUSINESS THAT COULD BE EXTENDED TO HAVE ADDITIONAL UNITS SUBJECT TO PLANNING POTENTIAL TO CONVERT SUCCESSFUL ARTISAN SPARKLING WHITE WINE PRODUCTION AND WINERY INTO A FURTHER COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISE LOCATED ON THIS SMALL COUNTRY ESTATE OUTBUILDINGS USED FOR WINERY AND STORAGE COULD BE CONVERTED BACK TO STABLES OR OTHER USES SUBJECT TO PLANNING EXISTING 5 TO 6 BEDROOM BARN CONVERSION CONVERTED IN 1987 HAS BEEN RE-THATCHED AND IS OFFERED FOR SALE IN GOOD DECORATIVE ORDER BARNS GENEROUS ACCOMMODATION COULD BE ENHANCED WITH THE INCORPORATION OF A LARGE DOWNSTAIRS CLOAKROOM, EXPANDING THE KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM INTO THE FORMAL DINING ROOM, AS WELL AS A FURTHER ENSUITE TO BEDROOM ONE AND BEDROOM FIVE BEAUTIFUL RURAL VIEWS GROUND SOURCE AND AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMPS POTENTIAL FOR PLANNING BEING GRANTED FOR A LUXURY BESPOKE BUILDING PLOTDESCRIPTION: An extremely rare opportunity to purchase a very imposing and well maintained substantial sized detached 3,500 square foot grade II listed five to six bedroomed barn conversion set within its own grounds of approximately 9 acres (to be verified) and benefitting from not only wonderful rural views over the adjoining countryside, but also a successful 3 unit safari styled glamping business that could be further extended to have additional units subject to planning, in addition to a established and productive Artisan Sparkling Wine Vineyard and winery which could possibly be enhanced also into a commercial enterprise operating from this wonderful small country estate.The very attractive grade II listed main barn residence which has just had its roof re thatched was only converted in 1987, the property benefits considerably from oak framed double-glazed windows. Furthermore, the current owners have also been ahead of the energy efficiency curve by already incorporating both ground source and air source heat pumps to provide the heating for this magnificent Sussex Barn conversion. As a result of the existing accommodation being so generous, we are of the opinion that this provides a good opportunity to add in further property accommodation enhancements, such as a downstairs cloakroom set off the large main reception hall, knocking through from the formal dining room side wall to further enlarge the existing kitchen / breakfast room, as well as incorporating additional ensuites to bedroom two and off bedroom five into the mezzanine bedroom six. LOCATION: Situated in a beautiful and highly sought after semi-rural position set within its own grounds of approximately 9 acres (to be verified) and considered perfectly positioned for a London commuter, as the Battle mainline station is about a mile away. Battle town provides excellent local shopping and leisure facilities, as well as Battle Great Wood being accessed directly from the top field of the estate. There are a number of golf courses nearby and for horse enthusiasts, there are many bridleways to choose to access directly from the estate. Depending upon educational requirements, there are many reputable teaching institutions to choose from, including Battle Abbey, Claverham, Bede's, Eastbourne College and Vinehall to name but a few. ACCOMMODATION: From the elegant classical landscaped circular island driveway, you are able to conveniently alight directly in front of this stunning property's imposing ecclesiastical style main entrance with its gothic storm porch and large handsome arched gothic styled substantial double wooden doors that open through into the fabulous main front reception hall.MAIN FRONT RECEPTION HALL: With beautiful refurbished redbrick flooring, attractive high level beamed ceilings, feature period style wall lighting, imposing oak pillar and further oak beams to walls, radiators, further large recessed area with feature beams to walls and ceilings and double-glazed oak framed window with aspect to front entrance area. PLEASE NOTE: This particular large recess that currently forms part of the main reception hall, in our opinion could quite easily lends itself for portioning off into a generous sized downstairs cloakroom.In addition, from the naturally light reception hall, there are doorways leading off to a formal dining room, a sitting room and the south facing kitchen / breakfast room. There are also two beautiful feature leaded light ecclesiastical internal windows with aspect to the kitchen / breakfast room. DINING ROOM: Approached from the main reception hall A naturally light room with a large full height and wide double glazed oak framed feature window with aspect over the side gardens and grounds, high level beamed ceilings and further beamed walls, refurbished red brick floor, radiator, feature period style wall lights. PLEASE NOTE: The right-hand side of this formal dining room adjoins the kitchen / breakfast room, and it could well be suited, depending upon open plan enthusiast to take down this internal wall to create an even larger and fabulous substantial sized kitchen / breakfast room and dining room.LOUNGE: Approached from the main hall via an attractive period styled oak door with period opening latch system. A large and impressive sized double aspect reception room with a fabulous inglenook fireplace, high level beamed ceilings and walls, wooden floors, elegant oak rustic balustraded staircase to side leading via a mezzanine to the first-floor accommodation. The feature inglenook comprises of a York stone hearth, sandstone sides and back, with a handsome cast iron wood burner fitted and a splendid oak bressummer beam over, radiator, period style wall lights and spotlights to ceiling, oak framed double glazed window with aspect to front garden and entrance, further large feature oak framed double glazed window with stunning views over the rear gardens and beyond over the vineyard and countryside. Oak framed doorway and attractive oak period styled door leading to the adjoining sitting room.SITTING ROOM: Approached from the lounge and being a naturally light and spacious double aspect additional reception room with high level beamed ceilings, beamed walls and a frther large feature inglenook fireplace with brick hearth and sides, as well as a splendid oak bressummer beam over, period style wall and ceiling lights, radiator, wonderful large oak framed double glazed window with aspect over the front gardens and to the winery and storage buildings beyond, additional large oak framed double glazed window with aspect to side garden.KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM: Approached from the main reception hall via an attractive period styled oak door and comprising of beautiful refurbished red brick floors, high level beamed ceilings, further beamed and brick walls. Presently the existing kitchen breakfast room has the breakfast area to the right with a part rendered and oak beamed section partially separating the main kitchen area and with two feature internal leaded light windows to the reception hall and also twin oak framed double glazed `French doors opening out onto the southerly aspect rear garden sun terraces and enjoying wonderful views beyond over the vineyard and grassland beyond, as well as the adjoining countryside and Battle Great Wood. The main kitchen area comprises of an extensive range of modern wooden Shaker style cupboard and base units with granite worktops over, tiled surrounds, inset 1 ½ sink unit with mixer tap, retractable larder cupboard, space for electric / gas cooking range, space for large American style fridge freezer, display cupboards and further preparation areas, continuation of the red brick flooring, air purifier hood over the cooking range, high level beamed ceiling and further feature beams to walls, double glazed oak framed window with a stunning aspect over the rear landscaped gardens and beyond of the vineyard and the property's grasslands, as well as Battle Great Wood, part tiled wall and doorway leading to the adjoining utility room. PLEASE NOTE: As previously mentioned from the adjoining dining room dividing wall with this large kitchen area, there appears to be scope to remove the wall to open up the kitchen / breakfast room further into the generous sized formal dining room, which in our opinion, would create and even more impressive and substantial sized open plan kitchen / breakfast room / dining room feature arrangement.UTILTY ROOM / BOOT ROOM: Approached from the kitchen / breakfast room via an attractive period styled oak door and comprising of part red brick and screed floors, high level beamed ceilings, beamed walls, incorporated shelving and area below for washing machine and dryer, radiator, oak framed double glazed window with aspect over the side gardens and grassland beyond, ceiling lights, boot and coat storage areas, substantial gothic styled oak door leading outside to side sun terrace and garden.FIRST FLOOR ACCOMMODATION: Approached from the large feature rustic oak mezzanine and balustraded staircase leading up from the lounge, while at the same time encapsulating the feature large split two level oak framed double glazed windows that enjoy the breath-taking southerly views over the gardens, vineyard and grasslands beyond, as well as to Battle Great Woods. LANDING: The first floor open galleried landing with its elegant beamed vaulted ceilings extends primarily towards a stunning southerly facing fabulous specially designed viewing lounge area that has its wonderful views from framed with the upper-level large feature oak framed and double-glazed window that allows the panoramic far reaching rural views to be fully enjoyed and appreciated. The landing in addition has a northerly recessed section that is presently used as an open walled library area with an oak framed double glazed window having an aspect over the front driveway and part of the property's front garden. From this location of the main landing, there are split twin hallways leading off to the property's 5 / 6 double sized bedrooms, as well as a number of shower rooms and bathrooms. Taking the left westerly hallway with the continuation of the beautiful vaulted beamed ceilings and beamed walls, you are able to access the main bedroom suite, bedroom three and the first family bathroom / shower room.BEDROOM ONE MAIN SUITE WITH LUXURY ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM: Approached from the westerly hallway via an attractive period styled oak door. This substantial sized naturally light triple aspect double sized bedroom also enjoys wonderful high level vaulted beamed ceilings and beamed walls, as well as bespoke hand-crafted period styled wardrobe cupboards, radiator, wall lights and three large oak framed double glazed windows that have picturesque aspects of the front and side gardens, in addition to far reaching breath-taking views of the southerly landscaped gardens, vineyards and countryside beyond. Door to luxury ensuite shower room.ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM FOR BEDROOM ONE: Approached via an attractive period styled oak door and comprising of a vaulted beamed ceiling, travertine tiled floor and part tiled walls, further beamed walls, feature travertine bowl sink with chrome mixer tap, travertine topped Shaker style wooden vanity unit under, low level W.C., wall mounted chrome heated towel rail and heater, large corner shower with glazed and chrome sides, chromed shower control system with additional power jet washing system.BEDROOM THREE: A double sized room approached from the westerly hallway through an attractive period styled oak door and benefiting from a high level vaulted beamed ceiling, further feature beamed walls, exposed wooden floors, radiator, large oak framed double glazed window with stunning views over the rear landscaped gardens, vineyard and grasslands beyond, as well as the further rural views of Battle Great Wood.LUXURY FAMILY BATHROOM: Also approached from the westerly hallway through a period styled oak door and comprising of travertine tiled floors, a large fitted whirlpool bath with chrome mixer tap, travertine tiled sides and surround walls, vaulted beamed ceiling, beamed walls, WC., chrome heated towel rail / radiator, feature oval wash basin with chrome mixer tap and travertine tiled support under, wall mounted mirror cabinet above, spotlights.EASTERLY HALLWAY FROM THE MAIN FEATURE GALLERIED LANDING: leading to an open plan study area, as well as bedrooms two, four, five / six and 2nd family shower room. The easterly hallway also has attractive beamed walls, as well as a storage / airing cupboard with an antique stripped pine door front, beyond the hallway widens out to an open plan study area with radiator and continuation of the beamed walls, as well as an oak framed double glazed window with aspect over the front drive, front garden and winery buildings.BEDROOM TWO: A substantial double sized room with vaulted beamed ceilings, wooden floors, beamed walls, feature large oak framed double glazed windows with aspect over the side gardens and grassland areas beyond. PLEASE NOTE: This large generous sized double bedroom has excellent scope to easily incorporate an ensuite shower room and still leave a large double sized bedroom area. BEDROOM FOUR: Approached from the easterly hallway through a period styled oak door. This bedroom is also double sized with vaulted beamed ceilings, beamed walls, radiator, period styled wall lights, oak framed double glazed windows with fabulous southerly views over the property's rear landscaped gardens, vineyard, grassland and adjoining countryside beyond.FAMILY SHOWER ROOM: Approached from the easterly hallway through a period styled oak door and comprising of a travertine tiled floor, wall mounted chrome heated towel rail / radiator, low level W.C., vaulted beamed ceiling, beamed walls, corner wash basin with chrome mixer tap, travertine tiled surround and wall area, vanity cupboards under, wall mounted mirror cabinet over. Chrome and glazed fronter shower with chrome shower control system and additional power jets.BEDROOM FIVE WITH A MEZZANINE BEDROOM SIX ABOVE (Which could also lend itself to be a further ensuite shower room / bathroom): Approached from the easterly hallway through an attractive period style oak door. The lower area can currently be used as a double bedroom with wooden floors, beamed ceiling, part beamed walls, part exposed red brick walls, radiator, feature large oak framed double glazed windows with stunning outlook over the rear southerly landscaped gardens and beyond over the vineyard, as well as the property's additional grassland to the adjoining Battle Great Wood. Open wooden staircase leading up to either a bedroom six, or more sensible potential further convertible room for an ensuite shower room / bathroom. This upper-level room houses a double bed with a vaulted ceiling over eaves storage and presently a galleried and beamed side. OUTSIDE: This generously proportioned family residence also currently benefits from circa 9 acres (to be verified). It's attractive landscaped gardens closely encompass this stunningly handsome circa 3,500 square foot Grade II listed barn dating from 1729 that was expertly and tastefully converted in 1987. FRONT GARDENS AND GROUNDS: There is a classical styled circular gravelled driveway to the front of the property with a central island. Beyond to the right is the main front formal garden laid to lawn with some specimen trees and shrubs. In front of the gardens are the detached old piggery farm buildings and more recent stables, currently with half being utilized for the Artisan Winery and the other buildings for storage. There is ample scope to extend the winery into some of the extensive storage space. To the left side of the drive there is the access for the glamping parking and the location of the wooden glamping shop for general supplies. SIDE GARDENS: These are to both the easterly and westerly sides of the barn and are again mainly arranged as lawn with pathways leading to the rear gardens. REAR SOUTHERLY GARDENS: Predominantly arranged to lawn away from the main house with a landscaped brick and paved substantial sun terraced area that can be easily accessed from the rear double glazed oak framed French doors. Furthermore, around the terraces are numerous shrubbed areas. Beyond the rear garden there are well maintained grassland areas with one acre carefully set aside and used for the established growing of grapes for the production of Artisan Sparkling Wine with suitable land to extend this to close to 2 acres.GRASSLAND AREAS: These gently fall away initially down the hill to a brook that has a bridge that leads across to the additional grasslands that have the luxury Safari style 3 unit glamping units including a naturally heated biomass hot tub. Please note that there is a footpath that crosses at the bottom of the hill in front of the brook, although it is apparently rarely used. SUCCESSFUL SPARKLING WINE VINEYARD AND WINERY: This property also benefits from having an established highly bespoke private Artisan Sparkling Wine Vineyard, having been planted between 2007 and 2009 with the classic Champagne varieties this has been passionately and painstakingly developed by the current owners, with the added bonus that it has already proven capable of producing up to circa 2,000 bottles of fine quality Sparkling wine annually from using just one acre of the property's total circa 9 acres. It is possible with perhaps the right guidance and in the correct enthusiastic hands, that this Sparkling White Wine vineyard and Winery, especially considering its production capacity, may have the possibility of being enhanced into a successful commercial Artisan Sparkling Fine Wine business, which could also run along and compliment the property's existing and highly very successful 3 unit Safari Styled Glamping business that has been running already for approximately 3 years. SUCCESSFUL SAFARI STYLE 3 UNIT GLAMPING BUSINESS: The current property owners have also immersed themselves over approximately the past 3 years in the creation of a successful three-unit luxury safari style glamping business that is able to produce a healthy income stream that can be enhanced further by increasing the season, or even subject to planning by adding more similar styled glamping units. There are images of some of the glamping units that are on private drainage and have hot showers and fully equipped kitchens with wood burners and barbecues for cooking. The units sleep 4 to 6 people giving a maximum capacity of 14 guests currently. The fact that Battle Great Wood directly adjoins this property's land and there are footpaths that can also access the adjoining countryside, makes this Glamping business a very popular location. PLEASE NOTE: The Glamping business has also been complimented financially with the cross fertilization of the Artisan Sparking White Wine Vineyard and Winery tours. THE WINERY BUILDINGS: These are converted mainly from the old farm buildings and stables near the front boundaries of the property. All the equipment presently used and required to carry on with the production and storage for the Sparkling White Wine Vineyard and Winery are included in the current guide price. WINERY TASTING BUILDING: There is also a wooden building with a generous covered veranda area where avid wine enthusiasts after the vineyard and winery walk can taste the various wines produced by the Artisan Winery whilst enjoying the evening summer sunsets. The building has both electricity and water supply installed.GLAMPING SHOP: There is a wooden building close to where the glampers park their vehicles that is currently used for the purchase of general glamping food supplies. The building has electricity connected to it.STORAGE BUILDINGS: Beyond the old converted Winery buildings are further old farm buildings where there is a substantial area for storage, as well as the further farm buildings also housing the GROUND SOURCE HEAT PUMP & AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMPS which provide efficient energy supplies for the main family Converted Barn residence. BUILDING PLOT POTENTIAL: Currently, the existing owners have been actively pursuing the possibility of obtaining planning permission for a bespoke single building plot for a luxury net carbon zero oak framed Tudor influence family residence to be located the far side of the easterly boundaries and to be set within roughly an acre plot. If successful or on appeal, the current higher guide price has been designed to include it within the purchase price of the main country house, in addition to the existing successful Glamping business, as well as the beneficial possibility of enhancing the Sparkling Wine production into an additional commercial enterprise.COUNCIL TAX BAND G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_battle-d197377/for-sale_i69237880
Elegant period house in a superb semi-rural setting with far-reaching views. DescriptionLower Stoneham House is an elegant and impressive detached house, set in a wonderful walled garden, situated in a semi-rural position just outside the South Downs National Park. The house is believed to date from the late 17th century with later additions, and is in the Georgian style, with a graceful, wisteria clad white front elevation under a slate tiled roof, high ceilings, well-proportioned rooms and plenty of light throughout the house. All the principal ground floor rooms have the benefit of French doors leading to the garden, creating an excellent flow between the interior and outdoor living spaces. The property has recently been refurbished and offers beautifully presented accommodation arranged over three floors; it is ideally suited to meet the needs of modern family life, with plenty of space for both day-to-day life and formal entertaining, and for working from home if required. The floorplans give an excellent overview of the full layout and extent of the property; points of note include the formal dining room, which has a working fireplace with a marble mantelpiece, and a large adjoining storage cupboard. Opposite lies a study, with an internal fanlight and connecting door to the drawing room, a double aspect room with a marble mantelpiece and Barbas wood burning stove. This connects in turn to the garden room, a superb space for day-to-day family life, which also has access to the entrance hall and the kitchen/breakfast room. This room has been recently reconfigured with the addition of French doors to the rear, and the kitchen refitted with contemporary units under marble effect worktops, providing a counterpoint to the Aga with its period tiled surround; there are three Miele ovens and a Bosch dishwasher. The kitchen has an adjoining utility room, with space for the usual appliances. The principal bedroom suite occupies the north/eastern end of the first floor, and comprises bedroom, dressing room with fitted wardrobes and a large bathroom with a freestanding roll top bath and a walk-in shower. There are three further bedrooms and recently refitted bathroom with walk in shower and separate bath on this floor. On the second floor are two further bedrooms and a refitted bathroom with contemporary suite. Lower Stoneham House is approached via secure electronically operated wrought iron gates which open to a wide driveway, which sweeps around the edge of the front lawn, leading past the annexe and on to the house. The annexe is a detached timber framed building, offering an open plan living room and two bedrooms, with an attached carport and secure store. The house, which is clad in climbing roses and wisteria, sits centrally within its gardens and grounds, which are entirely enclosed by a tall brick and knapped flint wall; the gardens are mainly laid to lawn, with mature shrubs and espaliered trees in raised beds near the wall. The gardens offer a wonderful sense of space; at the rear of the house is a raised stone terrace, with wonderful views towards Hamsey and the Downs. Beyond the terrace is the enclosed pool area, offering a sheltered spot to enjoy the heated outdoor pool and a paved surround for sun loungers. A gate opens to the small side courtyard and the pool machinery store. There is a potting shed to the front. In all, about 1.57 acres.LocationLower Stoneham House is situated in a tucked away position, one of a small group of properties on a private road in a glorious semi-rural position just one and half miles from the centre of Lewes, just outside the South Downs National Park. just one and half miles from the centre of Lewes, just outside the South Downs National Park. Lewes is the County Town of East Sussex and offers a comprehensive range of high street and independent shops, supermarkets and leisure facilities including an independent cinema, and a station with direct trains to London, Brighton and along the south coast. Sussex is excellent for leisure and sporting facilities, with walking (in particular within the South Downs) and equestrian pursuits locally, golf at Lewes, Piltdown and East Sussex National, and sailing at the coast. There is a thriving cultural scene in Sussex, with world-class opera at Glyndebourne and the annual Brighton Festival presenting a huge programme of theatre, dance, classical music and literary events. Lewes station (two miles) offers regular services to London Bridge/Victoria, journey time from 70 minutes; the A22 lies to the west, connecting to the A272, the A26 and the M25. Gatwick airport 25 miles. There is an excellent range of schools in the area, both state and private, including King's Academy Ringmer, Lewes Priory, Cumnor House School, Great Walstead, Bede's, Lewes Old Grammar School, Burgess Hill Girls, Roedean, Brighton Girls (DST), Brighton College and Eastbourne College. All times and distances are approximate.Square Footage: 4,953 sq ft Acreage: 1.57 AcresDirectionsFrom the centre of Lewes, take the A26 out of town, east towards Uckfield. Keep forward at the traffic lights (Earwig Corner) and after about half a mile turn left into the private road, Lower Stoneham House is on the right-hand side at the end. Additional InfoAgent's Notes: Lower Stoneham Farmhouse has right of access over the private road from Uckfield Road to the house. Services: Oil-fired central heating. Mains electricity. Private water. Shared private drainage (house), separate private drainage (annexe). Outgoings: Lewes District Council, . Tax band G. Photographs taken: April and June 2023. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_lewes-d196521/for-sale_i69532665
BENENDEN - CRANBROOK SCHOOL CATCHMENTThe Georgian facade of this striking Grade II Listed family home is believed to date from the 1820s as an addition to the 18th century core. The features throughout the house are synonymous with the era, such as high ceilings, picture rails, panelled sash windows and decorative fireplaces. A number of the exposed floorboards are believed to be reclaimed from the 16th century.Sitting in approximately 2 acres of garden, the house offers an alfresco lifestyle with a swimming pool, pool house with bar, kitchen, double bedroom and shower as well as a sauna and a hot tub.Further land available, 12 acres £300,000, by separate negotiation.Tunbridge Wells Borough Council - Council Tax Band GEPC Rating: n/aThe charming green is a focal point of the sought after village of Benenden which also benefits from an award winning pub, large general store and post office, hairdresser, and a good butchers. More comprehensive shopping is available in nearby Tenterden and Cranbrook.There are many excellent private and state schools for children of all ages in the area, and this unique property is not only located within the sought after Cranbrook School Catchment Area but is also close to the local Primary School. Mainline Rail Services available from Headcorn and Staplehurst. Nearby M20 (junctions 8 or 9) and the A21 just outside Hawkhurst gives access to the Motorways. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_benenden-d555192/for-sale_i71258816
Blakesbourne House was built by Millwood Designer Homes and has elevations of brick, partially relieved by tile hanging under a mass pitched tiled roof. The accommodation is beautifully presented throughout and has been thoughtfully designed with good proportions and generous ceiling heights as well as an abundance of character combined with every modern convenience.The accommodation includes a large reception hall, providing access to all the principal reception rooms, with a cloakroom and coats cupboard, and stairs to the first floor. The impressive drawing room has windows to three aspects and a stone fireplace with wood-burner. To the rear of the house there is a study with fitted oak furniture, bookshelves and a built-in desk by Robert David Design as well as a family room with access to the garden. The stunning double aspect kitchen/breakfast room has a fitted kitchen by 'Morris and Murray' with satin finish granite work surfaces and cupboards and drawers below, double sink, central island with granite work surface and further sink, dual zone wine store, cupboards and drawers, Miele microwave oven and steam oven, Miele coffee machine, built-in American-style fridge/freezer, double aga and companion, extractor fan above, wooden breakfast table adjoining central island and Chinese slate floor. There is a useful utility room off the kitchen/breakfast room as well as a secondary cloakroom and stable-style door to the garden. On the first floor, the spacious landing provides access to the five good sized bedrooms and the family bathroom. The impressive double aspect master bedroom suite has a walk-in dressing room and en suite bathroom. The guest suite has a bedroom and en suite shower room. There are three further double bedrooms. On the second floor there is an L-shaped room with windows to two aspects as well as a substantial home cinema with built-in screen, sound system and projector (cinema contents are by separate negotiation)The property is approached via a five bar gated entrance over an in and out driveway leading to the parking area and detached triple garage with pitched roof, two doors and central door with extra height. The garden to the north is protected by post and rail fencing. To the rear of the house there is a substantial south-facing terrace with steps leading up to the garden, generally undulating with lawn and mature trees. The parking area and driveway extend along the length of the south-facing garden to an area of heath/woodland. In all about 13 acres (to be verified).The property occupies a pleasant setting within the private Isenhurst Estate at Cross-in-Hand. The gated estate, with an impressive long driveway and flanked by woodland, is quiet yet extremely accessible. The pretty village of Mayfield and the town of Heathfield are both easily accessible and offer a wide range of shops and amenities serving everyday needs. The larger centre of Royal Tunbridge Wells offers a wide range of specialist shops and boutiques, theatre and art centre. The historic county town of Lewes provides a comprehensive range of individual shops and a good selection of pubs and restaurants as well as a mainline train station to London. Uckfield also provides a good range of amenities and mainline train service to London. The larger coastal centres of Eastbourne and Brighton are easily accessible offering extensive shopping, recreational and business facilities. Road communications in the area are very good with the A26/A21 providing access to the M25 and national motorway network, London Gatwick and Heathrow airports. This part of Sussex benefits from a number of established preparatory and public schools. These include Mayfield School, Bede's at Upper Dicker, St Andrews at Eastbourne, Eastbourne College, Brighton College, Lewes Old Grammar, Hurstpierpoint College, Ardingly College. The surrounding countryside provides delightful walking and riding opportunities, particularly on the South Downs. There is golf at the East Sussex National (Little Horsted), Dewlands Manor (Rotherfield), Piltdown and Lewes; racing at Plumpton, Lingfield and Brighton; sailing and water sports at Eastbourne and Newhaven Marinas as well as other south coast centres. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_heathfield-d197517/for-sale_i69824252
An impressively spacious and beautifully presented family home on the edge of the popular village of Wadhurst, convenient for the station and a wide choice of schools. DescriptionThis handsome period village house is believed to date back in part to the Georgian and Victorian periods, with a later substantial extension to the rear, and is set within established grounds of about 1.22 acres which provide an attractive backdrop and a good level of privacy. The property enjoys a very convenient semi-rural position, ideal for family life being approximately a mile from the centre of Wadhurst, named by 'The Sunday Times' in 2023 as the UK's best place to live.The current owners undertook an impressive and extensive refurbishment to bring Primmers right up-to-date to meet modern standards, resulting in a comfortable family home, without losing the inherent character. The EPC rating of a high 'C' and has potential to go to 'B', which is notable for a period property.The generously proportioned light-filled accommodation is arranged over three floors and extends to about 5901 sq ft in all. The property is beautifully presented throughout with contemporary fixtures and fittings, oak flooring to the principal reception rooms, Amtico flooring to the domestic areas, oak wall and ceiling beams in the oldest part, oak panel doors and pretty fireplaces, some with wood burning stoves. The sizeable fitted kitchen/breakfast room provides lovely family space and is particularly striking with its central ceiling lantern over a large island unit, gas-fired Aga with electric companion oven and attractive wall and base units with granite tops. In addition, there is plenty of practical domestic space with a walk-in larder, utility room, airing cupboard and extensive cellar storage, including a large wine store.An oak staircase rises up to a spacious beamed and balustraded landing which provides access to the five first floor bedrooms which include a principal suite with dressing room and bathroom, a 'Jack and Jill' en suite guest room, plus a family shower room. There are two further bedrooms, a shower room and a dressing room on the top floor. There is ample storage space in the eaves and most of the bedrooms have built-in cupboards.Primmers enjoys an elevated position within a large established garden, mainly laid to lawn with shrubs and mature trees, including rhododendron and camelia, with south facing flagstone terrace providing lovely space for entertaining and a tucked away secret garden enclosed by hedging. The driveway entrance from Primmers Green Lane has automatic double gates and leads to a large gravel parking and turning area in front of an oak framed detached double car port with an enclosed garage/store room and an electric car charging point. The formal gated pedestrian entrance is very pretty leading to the front door via a red brick pathway edged with low clipped hedging.LocationPrimmers is situated in an elevated position within the High Weald AONB on the edge of the popular village of Wadhurst with its active community and individual shops for everyday needs, including a butcher, delicatessen, hairdressers and florist, as well as two supermarkets, including a Jempsons with a post office, a church, doctors' surgery, village hall, sports centrel, garage, cafes, restaurants and many local pubs. Tunbridge Wells is approximately seven miles, with extensive high street shopping, cultural and entertainment amenities including two theatres, cafes, restaurants, health clubs, an out-of-town retail park and the historic Pantiles area. Recreational activities include golf courses at Lamberhurst, Flimwell and Tunbridge Wells. Bewl Water is approximately 2.5 miles, with options including horse riding, walking and cycling trails, rowing, sailing, canoeing and fishing. There is a tennis club and football club near-by at Sparrows Green, as well as a wide network of footpaths for country walks. Mainline rail: Wadhurst station is approximately 1.5 miles, with services to Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) and Cannon Street from 60 minutes.Private and state schools: Wadhurst has a good primary school and Uplands Academy at secondary level. Preparatory schools include Sacred Heart (Wadhurst), Holmewood House (Langton Green), The Mead and Rose Hill (Tunbridge Wells), Skippers Hill (Five Ashes) and St Ronans and Malborough House (Hawkhurst). Public schools include Beechwood (Tunbridge Wells), Tonbridge for boys, Mayfield for girls and co-ed options at Eastbourne and Brighton Colleges, Bedes (Upper Dicker), Kent College ( Pembury) and Sevenoaks School.Square Footage: 5,901 sq ft Acreage: 1.22 AcresDirectionsTN5 6DU: From From Tunbridge Wells, head south on the A267 (Frant Road). Continue for approximately 3 miles and turn left onto the B2099 Wadhurst Road towards Wadhurst. After approximately 3.5 miles, having passed the mainline station on the right and the petrol station on the left, turn left onto the B2100 Sparrows Green Road. Bear right onto Cousley Wood Road and take the first right hand turn into Primmers Green Road. The gate to Primmers will be found after a short distance on the left-hand side. Additional InfoServices: Gas fired central heating, mains water and electricity, shared private drainage. We draw your attention to the planning gained on the adjoining plot: WD/2023/1984/FA dated 27/02/24 Variation of condition 14 of WD/2021/3034/F demolition of existing garage and garden structures/outbuildings including swimming pool and tennis court. Erection of new part single part two storey dwelling with detached garage, landscaping, pool and pool pavilion and associated works. WD/2021/3034/F, dated 1/06/22: Erection of new dwelling with detached garage, landscaping, pool and pavilion. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wadhurst-d197675/for-sale_i71041276
Black Tile House offers a once in a generation opportunity to acquire a home in the picturesque downland village of Firle.Nestled in the heart of the sought-after village this wonderful Grade II listed home is believed to date back to the late eighteenth century. The property has been lovingly renovated by the current owners under the guidance of Listed Building Control. The owners have embraced modern design to create a contemporary home, whilst being deeply sympathetic to the buildings character.The property is clad in striking black glazed mathematical tiles which were popular in Sussex during the eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries. The facade has been beautifully restored during the recent renovations with handmade tiles from Hastings. To the rear we find the modern addition which offers a contemporary side to the property's character, finished externally by the award winning Flintman Company with exquisite knapped flint walls which dazzle in the wet, and an expanse of impressive glazed doors, which open onto the garden.The house sits away from the street allowing each room of the property to look out onto the beautifully presented and thoughtfully planted gardens which wrap around the property.A discrete white painted gate opens to a brick laid pathway that leads under an intended rose clad arbor to the front door.Once inside we find ourselves in the first of many Receptions with views straight through the home onto the rear garden.The walls of the reception room have been finished in a breathable lime wash, and underfoot we find solid wood floors adding warmth to the room. A sash window looks onto the delightful front garden and a stone fireplace provides a focal point of interest.To the side a door opens to the impressive Kitchen Day Room.The stunning bespoke kitchen is by DeVOL with Perrin and Rowe brass taps and appliances from Fisher and Paykel. The Kitchen has been finished in a two tone colour scheme featuring a mottled grey and deep rich blue island, all complemented by white marble worktops. Above we see painstakingly restored exposed beams with solid wood floors below. Double doors open to the front garden which provides a delightful breakfast spot. We also find a modern wood burning stove set into a chimney place within the Kitchen Day Room. A door opens to the Utility Room which offers access to the garden, and internal Critall Glazed doors open to the modern extension.To the rear of the property is an unashamedly modern addition boasting an impressive expanse of glass which slide with ease and open to the garden. A modern wood burning stove and an elevated window seat, which draws you into the garden, provide a cosier aspect to an otherwise light and bright room. The room offers flexible and versatile living accommodation.Within the Living Area we find a Library or Study area featuring bespoke fitted cabinetry and solid wood floors. Throughout most of the ground floor we find under floor heating.Next is the more formal Sitting Room found at the front of the property and enjoying views to two sides over the flourishing garden. The Sitting Room offers a more traditional feel with decorative ceiling cornices and again finished with Bauwerk lime washed walls and solid wood floors. A third wood burning stove set within a stone mantel and hearth, completes the room.The cellar reveals the true age of the property with exposed walls and with a little thought could create a wonderful wine store.Completing the ground floor accommodation is a Cloakroom.To the first floor we find 3 Double Bedrooms two of which accommodate EnSuite Bathrooms by West One Bathrooms.The Principal Bedroom enjoys elevated views to the front over the established garden. The bedroom features Bauwerk breathable lime washed walls and an enviable EnSuite Bathroom. The sumptuous EnSuite by West One Bathrooms features a gorgeous bath and separate shower with rainfall shower head, and a beautifully simplistic basin by Agape, all complimented by luxurious brushed gold fittings.Bedroom 2 much like the principal bedroom enjoys splendid views over the garden and a pretty EnSuite Shower Room. The EnSuite Shower Room comprises a shower with fixed glass screen, and a particularly special basin by Agape complimented by exquisite, brushed gold taps.Bedroom 3 was designed to be a Dressing Room however makes a comfortable double bedroom in its own right, and enjoys delightful views over the rear garden.To the second floor we find excellent storage and a selection of rooms which could be used for a variety of purposes from Bedrooms a Nursery, Home Office or perhaps a Hobby Room.The top floor opens into the first room with double doors opening to a side room with rooftop views over the village. To the other side we find Bedroom 4 which features 3 fitted beds with cleaver storage below. Bedroom 4 leads onto the Bathroom which features a vaulted ceiling with exposed beams.Properties are seldom available in this quintessential Sussex village with only twelve homes believed to be in private ownership. It is understood that this is only the third time Black Tile House has become available for purchase and possibly the first time the property has been publicly marketed.Nestled within the South Downs National Park the extremely desirable village boasts a wealth of charm and character and accommodates a local Primary School, Village Shop and Post Office, the popular Ram Inn Public House, and splendid scenic walks, notably over Firle Beacon and through the local countryside.The property is approached by a pair of electric gates opening onto a gravelled laid driveway providing parking for multiple cars. A modern Garage with oak doors provides useful storage with PV Solar panels above.The beautiful Gardens are delightful, being established and strategically planted to provide privacy and shelter. Within the flint walls surrounding the gardens we discover areas of lawn, with established plants and shrubs, a paved terrace protruding from the property creating a wonderful alfresco dining space and numerous pathways which meander through the garden and to the Pool. The Swimming Pool has been extensively refurbished, featuring a modern air source heat pump and hard cover. A newly developed Shower Room has been thoughtfully designed to be accessible from the pool area.AccoladesBlack Tile House has been nominated and indeed awarded for the renovations completed and has featured in RIBA Journal and Listed Property Magazine. The property has also been credited as 'Highly Commended' by Sussex Heritage Trust 2023, and has been shorted for the 'Listed Property Awards 2024' and entered into the 'South Downs National Park Awards 2024'Council tax band G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_firle-d634986/for-sale_i70589867
The property is a wonderful Grade II listed country residence, believed to date back to the 16th century (Tudor era) with later additions, and was the home of Sir Austen Chamberlain in the 1920's. The house is of timber-framed construction with red brick and tile hung upper elevations to the front and white weather boarded elevations to the rear. The property has been beautifully refurbished for modern day living yet retains many character features throughout including a wealth of exposed beams and timbers, oak doors, fireplaces and leaded light windows. Main House:The front door opens into a welcoming entrance hall with stone floor, w.c. and oak staircase leading to the first floor. To the right, the characterful triple aspect drawing room has exposed beams, parquet flooring, fireplace and a door leading out to the rear terrace and garden. The dining room and family room are both double aspect with windows to the front and rear. The dining room has a lovely inglenook fireplace and the family room also has a fireplace as well as a door to the rear gardens. A door leads through to the spacious kitchen/breakfast room with a range of wooden base storage units, Aga cooker, Butler's sink, and a central island with further storage and marble worktop above. There is a door leading out to the side and the external boiler room.On the first floor, the landing gives access to the four good sized double aspect bedrooms and a bathroom. The principal bedroom has the benefit of an en suite bathroom as well as a spacious dressing room (which could be used as a nursery/further bedroom if required).On the second floor there is a wonderful bedroom with exposed timbers, vaulted ceiling and crown post. There is also a spacious further bedroom/TV room with an attractive red brick chimney breast and vaulted ceiling creating a lovely space, ideal as a teenager's suite or sitting/games room.Oast HouseIn addition to the main house there is a detached single roundel oast house providing approximately 488 sq ft of ancillary accommodation. On the ground floor there is a roundel sitting room, shower room and kitchen. On the first floor there is a roundel bedroom with a door opening out to a decked sun terrace with fabulous elevated views over the gardens and grounds.Gardens and GroundsThe properties are approached via a gated entrance over a gravel driveway leading to the detached double garage. The delightful country gardens and grounds are well-stocked with a multitude of mature trees, shrubs and bushes and include a flat lawned area and an enclosed/gated swimming pool with paved surround. There is also a rose garden, wild flower borders, meadow and a natural pond. In all about 2.55 acres.Mayfield village 2.6 miles. Rotherfield 5 miles. Heathfield 5 miles. Crowborough station 6.5 miles (London Bridge from 69 minutes). Wadhurst station 9 miles (London Bridge from 53 minutes). Frant station 10 miles (London Bridge from 51 minutes). Tunbridge Wells 11 miles (London Bridge from 44 minutes). Eastbourne 21 miles. Gatwick airport 29 miles. London 51 miles. (All times and distances approximate) The property is located on the outskirts of the pretty and historic 16th Century Sussex village of Mayfield which provides a good range of local shops catering for everyday needs including delicatessen, bakery, fine wine merchants, pharmacy, post office and pubs. Tunbridge Wells is approximately 11 miles to the north and provides an extensive range of shopping, commercial, recreational and educational facilities. The mainline station at Wadhurst provides trains to London. Train services are also available at Frant, Crowborough and Tunbridge Wells. There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area, in both the state and private sectors, including Mayfield CE Primary, Mayfield School (girls), Skippers Hill Preparatory, Holmewood House Preparatory, The Skinners School, Tonbridge School, The Schools at Somerhill, Judd, Benenden School (girls), Dulwich Preparatory, Vinehall Preparatory, Bede's, and Eastbourne College. Leisure activities in the area including Mayfield village cricket, football and tennis clubs; golf at Dale Hill (Ticehurst), The Nevill (Tunbridge Wells), Dewlands Manor (Rotherfield), Crowborough (Beacon), Royal Ashdown and at Rye. Sailing and water sports at Bewl Water and on the south coast; Walking and cycling at Bedgebury Pinetum and the 'Cuckoo Trail' from Heathfield. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_mayfield-d526268/for-sale_i70208266
The property is a fabulous modern detached family home located in an idyllic country setting in the picturesque village of Groombridge.The front door opens into a magnificent entrance hall with central staircase, walnut flooring and ground floor cloakroom. The property also benefits from underfloor heating throughout and is exceptionally secure offering both alarm and CCTV system offering peace of mind in the countryside.The double aspect drawing room has windows to the front overlooking the wonderful grounds. There is also a useful utility room with integrated Bosch appliances and shower room; which also provides a secondary access point to the side of the property.To the rear, the impressive kitchen/family/dining area has been cleverly divided with fabulous Crittall style glass room dividers which makes great use of this grand space. The contemporary bespoke kitchen offers a large island unit and breakfast bar with seating, fully integrated Bosch appliances and Quooker tap; fantastic bi-fold doors open up to the terrace and garden, creating the perfect entertaining space. The family area offers bi-fold doors and contemporary log burner.Steps lead up to an impressive landing with Juliet balcony on the first floor, with four generously proportioned bedrooms, all with en suites and fully integrated wardrobe/storage space. The large principal suite is truly outstanding in its position offering black-framed bi-fold doors that provide magnificent views overlooking the garden; with stylish en suite bathroom with rain fall shower, freestanding bath and dual vanity. On the second floor is a light and airy family room with bathroom offering a walk in-shower room and freestanding bath. Outside, the house is approached via a private driveway leading to a parking area in front of the house and detached triple bay garage with electric doors. To the rear of the house there is a substantial paved terrace which provides the perfect backdrop for al fresco dining and entertaining. The garden is mainly laid to lawn and is encompassed by a multitude of mature trees and hedges. In all the property extends to about 1.17 acres.Groombridge is a picturesque village situated just four miles to the south west of Tunbridge Wells. It retains many valuable village amenities, such as a post office, baker, convenience store and two public houses and the famous Groombridge Place. The property provides an excellent base for many schools for all age groups; local preparatory schools include Holmewood School, Brambletye and New Beacon. There is also the Tunbridge Wells Grammar School Girls and Judd. Tunbridge Wells provides a wide-ranging and appealing choice of shopping facilities with many major national stores in Royal Victoria Place and numerous boutiques, jewellers and art galleries in the historic High Street and famous Pantiles. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_tunbridge-wells-d556885/for-sale_i69944368
An amazing opportunity to purchase a modern country house located in a quiet lane with 10 acres of gardens, wildflower meadows and woodland - a real oasis of peace and tranquillity. The property is divided into two main sections - the main house, which totals over 2600 sq ft, and the converted barn and cottage, which offers a further 2000 sq ft. The house was constructed by the current owners and designed in the Modernist Pavilion style. Lots of glass offers panoramic views looking south across the land. There are four large ensuite bedrooms, each with their own balcony overlooking wildflower meadows and a large pond. Downstairs, there is a huge sociable space, with the kitchen at its heart, and glass fold back doors bringing the beauty of the outside inside. The space includes a lounge area with wood burner, dining room and kitchen with underfloor heating. A utility room leads out onto the garden, a second pond and duck house, a private bluebell wood and meadows. This eco house, with ground source heating, is perfect for families wanting to relax, and the deck and enormous lawns offer even more space to breathe in the beauty and tranquillity of the Sussex countryside. The property includes a recently converted solar-powered barn with a further three double bedrooms and a 60 ft underfloor-heated multifunctional space, ideal for a yoga studio, gym or home cinema. It opens onto a deck and kitchen garden. This unique home offers a lot of potential for large or multi-generation family living and is ideal to run a business from home.Tenure: FreeholdCouncil Tax Band: GEPC Rating: CMain House - Front Door - Open Plan Reception / Kitchen - 10.59m x 7.54m (34'9 x 24'9) - Utility - Family Room - 4.39m x 3.51m (14'5 x 11'6) - Bedroom - 4.39m x 3.45m (14'5 x 11'4) - Shower Room - Office / Bedroom 5 - 2.90m x 2.59m (9'6 x 8'6) - First Floor Landing - Bedroom - 4.80m x 3.51m (15'9 x 11'6) - Ensuite - Bedroom - 6.10m x 3.48m (20 x 11'5) - Ensuite - Bedroom - 4.09m x 3.53m (13'5 x 11'7) - Ensuite - Bedroom - 3.45m x 3.10m (11'4 x 10'2) - Ensuite - Office - Bathroom - Cottage & Studio - Yoga Studio - 12.09m x 6.91m (39'8 x 22'8) - Open Plan Living - 7.95m x 4.95m (26'1 x 16'3) - Bedroom - 5.00m 3.45m (16'5 11'4) - Ensuite - Bedroom - 3.71m x 3.30m (12'2 x 10'10) - Ensuite - For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_whitesmith-d568300/for-sale_i70564192
Oakwood lies in a beautiful rural location, originally built in the 1980s, and has been significantly extended and improved by the current owners and is now coming to the market for the first time in over 25 years. Offering over 7,000 square feet of versatile accommodation, arranged over three floors, the property is perfect for family life and modern living. The house sits on 1.5 acres of formal gardens and lawns with an additional paddock of circa 4.25 acres to the south of the property. In addition, there is a fabulous, vaulted pool complex with indoor pool, sauna, hot tub and a large tiled area for informal entertaining.The front door opens from the oak-framed porch into a welcoming entrance hall with central staircase leading to the first and second floors. Leading off the hall lie three principal reception rooms and a well appointed family/tv room, with parquet flooring. The sitting room features a cast iron fireplace with marble surround and granite hearth. Lying off the sitting room is an inner hallway with access to a cosy snug and a delightful conservatory offering views across the rear garden. There is a secondary staircase at this end of the house leading to a bedroom and en suite bathroom, providing an excellent opportunity to create an internal annexe, subject to planning permission.The kitchen is fitted with beautiful bespoke solid oak cabinetry with granite worktops, a central island with butchers block and a large electric range oven. There is ample space for a large breakfast table and an inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove. A utility room, separate walk-in larder and a cloakroom complete the downstairs accommodation.There are five bedrooms on the first floor, including a large principal suite, with two sets of built in wardrobes and an en suite bathroom, which includes an Airbath spa bath. There are four additional bedrooms with three further bathrooms/shower rooms. On the second floor are two more bedrooms with a shower room.On the first floor, accessed via an additional staircase from the rear hall is a large games room, study and gym.The impressive indoor pool complex, a stunning and substantial addition to the property, is linked to the house via the rear hall, offering superb leisure and entertaining facilities. There is a beautiful tiled swimming pool, hot tub, sauna and shower room, with sliding glass doors opening onto the garden.Oakwood is accessed from Beresford Lane via a block paved driveway, offering ample parking for several vehicles, leading to an integrated double garage. The front garden, mainly laid to lawn is well screened with mature hedging and specimen trees. There are two areas of formal garden to the side and rear of the house, surrounded by its own acre woodland and forest. A gate to the side of the house leads to a shingle seating area and a timber summer house. There is a large stone terrace lying adjacent to the house and pool complex, perfect for informal entertaining and alfresco dining.Oakwood on Beresford Lane is perfectly located in the quiet and beautiful countryside to the north of Plumpton Green, East Sussex. Plumpton has an excellent and very well stocked village shop, as well as a primary school, and Plumpton Railway Station is a 5 minute drive away and provides a superb mainline train service to London.Haywards Heath lies just over 5 miles away to the northwest and provides an extensive range of shopping and recreational facilities, together with a very good train service to Victoria/London Bridge in circa 42 minutes.There is an excellent selection of established preparatory and public schools in the area. These include Great Walstead, Cumnor House, Hurstpierpoint College, Ardingly, Burgess Hill Girls and Brighton College, many of which run minibus services from close by.The stunning surrounding countryside provides a vast range of sporting and recreational activities. Plumpton Racecourse is in the village and Glyndebourne, Goodwood and Brighton are all within easy reach. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_plumpton-green-d554876/for-sale_i70001690
In a wonderful location within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, between the fifth and thirteenth fairways of the prestigious Royal Ashdown Golf Club, a handsome, detached country house of great charm. Enjoying captivating far reaching views over the golf course to Ashdown Forest beyond, the house is discreetly positioned off a private access drive crossing the course. Dating from the early years of the twentieth century and coming to market for the first time in thirty-five years, the house has very attractive exteriors of red brick with painted render and weather boarding, under a pitched tiled roof with gables. Displaying many period features, the house retains the quiet gentility of the Edwardian era and has elegant accommodation arranged over two floors, extending to approximately 4,180 square feet (excluding outbuildings and the cellar). Windows are, in the main, the originals, some with distinctive leaded light features, others are multi-pane combined with plain panes, perfectly framing the views. Gracious reception rooms all have views over the gardens and original fireplaces, including the fine drawing room, where the fireplace has a marble surround and there are French doors to the rear terrace and a door connecting directly through to the atmospheric dining room. The kitchen area is comprehensively furnished with a range of wall and floor cabinetry with cooking facilities including an AGA and opens directly through to the breakfast room which enjoys a dual aspect and has French doors opening out to the gardens. There are various domestic offices, a cellar and a cloakroom. A secondary staircase leads to a staff/guest/bedroom six and a bathroom. Laid out across the first floor are five bedrooms from where the views become even more appealing, supported by three bath/shower rooms. The principal suite is a marvellous, spacious and light filled room with a fully fitted dressing room and an en-suite shower room.OutsideThe property is approached via a long, private access drive leading across the golf course, over a cattle grid and on to a carriage driveway, which sweeps past a shrubbery to a parking area in front of the house and on to the detached garaging. A haven for birdlife, the grounds extend to approximately 6.74 acres. The gardens are wonderful a riot of colour in the spring and early summer with a wide variety of shrubs and herbaceous plants. There are extensive lawns and stone terracing adjoining the house the perfect spot for outdoor entertaining or for just taking in the views and there are a couple of putting greens. The swimming pool has its own terrace and a summer house, there is a magnificent pond, fully stocked with Koi carp, whilst a former tennis court is in need of attention. A large paddock is separated from the gardens by a small stream with two loose boxes close by and other outbuildings include a charming, detached brick garden store with WC and a detached barnSituationIn an exceptional location, tranquil yet not isolated, the property is surrounded by the beauty of the Royal Ashdown Golf Club, which was founded in 1888 and whose Old Course is voted thirty fifth in the UK's top one hundred golf course. The beautiful expanses of the Ashdown Forest is virtually on the doorstep and extends to over 6,500 acres of heath and woodland is ideal for walking and riding with many areas of outstanding natural beauty. The thriving village of Forest Row is under two miles away with a range of everyday shops, whilst the popular town of East Grinstead is just five miles to the town centre and under five and a half to the station from where there are regular services to the City of London and the West End. Hartfield village made famous by its association with AA Milne and Winnie the Pooh is three miles away. The area is renowned for its choice of schooling with popular local village primaries, Cumnor House, Brambletye and Holmewood House prep schools, Worth, Sackville, Ardingly and Hurst public schools and the Michael Hall- Steiner Waldorf School in Forest Row.Additional InformationTenure: Freehold Services: Mains electricity and water; oil fired central heating; Private drainage. Agent's Note: One off licence payment for private access to cross the golf course, approximately £1,100. Local Authority: Wealden District Council. Council Tax Band G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_hartfield-d198653/for-sale_i69347887
Set within just over 3 acres of park like gardens Ratton Wood is one of the finest houses in the Eastbourne area. Designed in the early 1930's in the Neo-Georgian style by Sir Edward Guy Dawber, Ratton Wood commands views over Eastbourne to the sea and has been in the present family's ownership for many years and the fine accommodation has been subject to recent and sympathetic modernisation with great care taken in preserving important detail of its original styling. An indoor swimming pool has been installed in a pavilion style wing and the extensive gardens and grounds form an impressive setting. With the self-contained annexes Ratton Wood is a magnificent family home offering a scope for accommodating a dependent relatives and/or staff.Ratton Wood is enviably located adjacent to the scenic Willingdon Golf Course set within just over 3 acres of mostly secluded park-like gardens and grounds. Approached by a long private entrance drive Ratton Wood is within 3 miles of Eastbourne town centre and also relatively close to Willingdon Village. Eastbourne is enhanced by one of the finest Victorian seafronts on the south coast and cultural facilities include theatres and the well known Towner Art Gallery. There are popular private and state schools. There are rail services from Eastbourne and Hampden Park to London Victoria and to Gatwick. Sporting facilities include 3 principal golf courses and the sailing marina. There is easy access to the South Downs National Park which offers wonderful recreational opportunity. World class opera is at nearby Glyndebourne and channel ferries are from Newhaven. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_eastbourne-d196388/for-sale_i70351097
A beautiful Grade II listed country home with detached cottage and outbuildings all set within lovely gardens and grounds. DescriptionThe Elms is a superb Grade II listed country house of substantial proportions, which dates in the main from the 18th century, although, we understand that the current house occupies a more ancient site which is believed to date back to the Jacobean period, when it was known as Elms. Nestling amidst landscaped gardens and grounds of about 3.5 acres with far-reaching countryside views, the property benefits from a detached two bedroom cottage with private garden and garage, together with a range of versatile outbuildings and a heated outdoor swimming pool.Now coming to the market for the first time in 59 years, The Elms presents potential purchasers with a wonderful opportunity for some updating. Internally, the accommodation flows extremely well, retaining a wealth of charm and character, with high ceilings, elegant room proportions, sash and casement windows and open fireplaces. Principal reception rooms include a light and airy drawing room, a sitting room with inglenook fireplace and a formal dining room. Together with the central reception hall, which has direct access to the gardens, these rooms provide excellent areas for entertaining.The kitchen has a good range of cupboards, space for various appliances and an adjoining breakfast room, with built-in seating area. Also located off the kitchen is a north-facing walk-in larder with slate shelving. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a study, cloakroom, boot room, boiler room, WC and an externally accessed laundry room.A fine sweeping staircase with polished oak hand rail, leads from the reception hall to the first floor where five substantial bedrooms and a dressing room are served by two bathrooms (one en suite), an en suite shower and a separate WC. All the bedrooms enjoy lovely views over the gardens and beyond and benefit from fitted cupboards and several have wash hand basins. Stairs leads up to the second floor where the sizeable attic bedroom six is located. Gardens & OutbuildingsThe Elms is approached via a sweeping carriage drive leading to a generous parking area to the side of the house and the separate garaging for the house and cottage. A particular feature of The Elms are the beautiful gardens which envelop the house and provide a lovely setting, with York stone terraces, level lawns edged with clipped yew hedging, wide herbaceous borders, rose and lavender beds, mature trees and shrubs including fruit trees, camellias and azaleas. Well screened by hedging, is a heated swimming pool with paved surround. Outbuildings comprise a 30ft billiard room, a pool house, pool pump room, two changing rooms, a substantial brick barn/workshop and adjoining greenhouse, garaging for The Elms and Elms Garage Cottage with a versatile games/store room above. Completing the grounds are two fields which are down to grazing. In one of the fields is the former tennis court.Elms Garage CottageIn addition to the main house, there is a detached two bedroom cottage within the grounds, with its own private garden. Internally, it comprises a sitting room, fitted kitchen, stud/bedroom two, bathroom, WC, and a first floor bedroom and WC.LocationThe Elms is situated in the popular village of Iden with its village stores/Post Office, 16th century inn, ancient Parish Church and cricket and bowls club. About 2.8 miles to the north lies the historic and picturesque Cinque Port town of Rye which has antique shops, independent boutiques, recreational facilities, and the Kino cinema. Close by are the famous Rye Golf Links, sailing amenities, nature reserves and expansive beaches at Camber Sands.Rail services run from Rye to Ashford International station with connections for London and on to the continent. A high speed link runs from Ashford to London St Pancras in about 37 minutes.The area is well served by a selection of schools, both state and private, for children of all ages, including, Vinehall at Robertsbridge, Claremont at Bodiam, Marlborough House and Saint Ronans at Hawkhurst, Benenden, Ashford and Battle Abbey Schools. The M20 can be joined at Ashford with links to London, the coast and other motorway networks. The A21 at Flimwell with links to the M25 at junction 5 and Gatwick and Heathrow airports.Square Footage: 4,693 sq ft Acreage: 3.5 AcresDirectionsFrom Tenterden take the B2082 heading south towards Smallhythe and Rye. Travel until reaching the village of Iden. In the centre of the village bear left onto Grove Lane and continue for 0.4 of a mile, where The Elms will be found on the left hand side. Additional InfoServices: Oil fired central heating, mains water, electricity and drainage. Rother District Council - Elms Garage Cottage - CAgent's Note: Summer garden photos have been provided by the vendors and date from 2019. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_rye-c34996/for-sale_i70854189
ROOMS Entrance hall, Open plan drawing room and dining room with inglenook fireplace, Sitting room with vaulted ceiling, Study/library, Kitchen/breakfast room, Utility room, Rear lobby, Cloakroom, Principal bedroom suite, Three further double bedrooms with en-suites facilities, Triple garage, Indoor heated swimming pool, Sauna and pump room, Detached barn, Various garden stores, Greenhouses, Productive kitchen garden, Gardens and Grounds of approaching 17 acres LOCATION Doucegrove Farm is in an idyllic location in its own grounds 2 miles to the south of the village of Northiam with church, local shops, doctor's surgery, primary school and Great Dixter house and gardens. Further shopping facilities are available in Peasmarsh (5 miles), where there is an independent supermarket, Battle (9 miles) with an Abbey, Tenterden (10 miles) and the Ancient Town and Cinque Port of Rye (9 miles) from where there are services to Ashford International with high-speed connections to London St Pancras in about 37 minutes. Direct commuter rail services to London Cannon Street can be found at Staplehurst (19 miles) taking approximately one hour, or from Robertsbridge (9miles) to London Charing Cross taking approximately 1hr, 25 minutes. DESCRIPTION A beautifully presented detached Grade II Listed residence dating from the late 15th century, sympathetically extended over the years to provide generous and versatile accommodation with fine features including antique brick and tiled floors, oak floorboards, inglenook fireplaces and chamfered oak beams. Presenting external elevations of rectangular timber framed panels with curved struts and plaster infilling partly underbuilt with mellow brick and tile hanging to the upper storey set with oak framed leaded light windows under a pitched thatched and peg tiled king post roof. GROUND FLOOR A solid oak door opens to the entrance hall with old brick flooring, stop-chamfered ceiling beams and a turned oak staircase. The spacious, open plan, double aspect drawing room and dining room has a glazed door leading to the terrace and gardens, a 10' wide inglenook fireplace with a chamfered oak lintel, oak flooring and impressive timbers including an embattled moulded wall beam. The double aspect study/library has an attractive stone fireplace with a multi fuel stove and a range of fitted bookshelves.The triple aspect sitting room has a vaulted ceiling, exposed timber framing, two sets of French doors opening to the terrace and marble floors with under-floor heating. The farmhouse kitchen/breakfast room, which has limestone flooring, an Aga and French doors to the terrace, is fitted with an extensive range of base and wall cabinets with granite work-tops, undermounted sink and integral appliances including a stainless-steel micro wave oven, American style ridge/freezer, coffee machine and plumbing for a dishwasher. The rear lobby, cloakroom and utility room are all laid with quarry tiled flooring and the utility room offers generous storage and space for a washing machine and tumble drier within matching wall cupboards. FIRST FLOOR The bedrooms are situated over two floors with the spacious principal bedroom having an en-suite bathroom and adjacent dressing room/nursery on the first floor, together with a guest bedroom with an en-suite bath/shower room and attractive brick fireplace. SECOND FLOOR On the second floor, there are two further double bedrooms with en-suite facilities. One has a spectacular vaulted ceiling with a king post, curved braces and en-suite bath with separate w.c. and the other benefits from an en-suite cloakroom. OUTSIDE Doucegrove Farm is approached off a quiet, private no-through lane via electric gates with an intercom opening to a generous parking area with a cloud hedge and access to a three-bay thatched garage. The landscaped gardens, synonymous with the larger country house, are a particular feature being divided into rooms to create a secluded, tranquil setting with sweeping lawns punctuated by burgeoning borders, mature shrubs, mixed flower beds and massive Mediterranean pines, Tulip tree, Oaks and Catalpa. A wide flagstone terrace runs across the rear of the house with a retractable sun shade and steps down to a pond and a sunken rose garden with brick pathways flanked with clipped hedge. There are further natural and ornamental ponds, a pretty summer-house with lovely garden views, an enchanting woodland area, a productive kitchen garden with three green houses, several garden stores and an orchard with a range of cherry and apple trees. A pathway from the house leads to an indoor heated swimming pool set within a detached barn style pool house with glass walls and sliding doors to each end. An adjacent weatherboard clad outbuilding houses the sauna, a shower cubicle and pump house. From the private lane, a secondary vehicular access leads to a modern barn comprising a work-shop and three bays with further parking. Beyond is a large field of about 10 acres, also accessed from the garden, with separate road access and a blue bell wood of about 5 acres with a summerhouse. SERVICES Oil central heating. Part electric underfloor heating. Mains electricity and water. Private drainage.Predicted mobile phone coverage: 4G on EE, Vodaphone, Three and O2Broadband speed: Ultrafast download speed 1000 Mbps available. Source OfcomFlood risk summary: Low risk. Source GOV.UK LOCAL AUTHORITY Rother District Council. Tax Band G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_northiam-d544417/for-sale_i69902953
A fabulous country house full of character, style and charm, set on the edge of this popular village at the end of a private road.Hall, Cloak/shower room, Drawing room, Sitting room, Dining room, Kitchen/breakfast room, Utility room, Boot room.Principal bedroom with en-suite bathroom and dressing room, 4 Further bedroom suites, Study/bedroom 6.Triple garage, Seating area, Lawn, Orchard, Tennis court.About 1½ acresProperty The house dates back to the 1920s and is beautifully presented. Cotchford Lane is a private lane, which gives access to 'Pooh Bridge' and Ashdown Forest, and the property is located at the end of a short spur that leads off it.The front door opens into a large T shaped hall with tiled floor, with doors leading to the dining room, sitting room and then leads on to the drawing room at one end and the kitchen at the other. The drawing room has excellent proportions with French doors to the garden and a fireplace housing a gas fire. The sitting room is very comfortable with fitted cupboards with shelving above and a fireplace with a wood burning stove. The spacious dining room has French doors to the garden and a direct door into the kitchen. The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with wall and floor units, granite worktops, island unit with breakfast bar, French doors to the garden and built-in appliances including electric Aga, dishwasher, microwave and freezer. Off the kitchen is a walk-in larder/wine cellar and a utility/ laundryroom. On the first floor is a linen cupboard with 2 hot water tanks. The principal bedroom is a wonderful size with a well-appointed en-suite bathroom and dressing room. There are 4 further bedrooms each with well-appointed bath/shower room. There is also a study/bedroom 6.Outside The lane leads to a gravelled parking area in front of the triple garage with 3 up and over doors. A gravelled path, flanked by borders and lawn, leads from the drive to the front door. The lawn is over looked by a summerhouse and has borders of rhododendron. On the other side of the drive is further lawn and a tennis court. To the rear of the house is more lawn and an orchard. Local Amenities & Surrounding AreaHartfield is renowned for its connections to Winnie the Pooh and has a number of local amenities including a village shop, tea-room and public houses. For a more extensive range of shopping, educational and transport facilities Forest Row, East Grinstead, Tunbridge Wells and Crowborough are close by. Nearby Ashdown Forest is a great place for walking and enjoying spectacular views over the Sussex countryside. There is an extensive selection of excellent schools in the area including Michael Hall, Cumnor House, Greenfields and Brambletye.Tenure, Local Authorities and ServicesFreehold. All mains services. Gas fired central heating. Wealden DC: . East Sussex CC: . Council Tax band G. EPC band D.CommunicationsThere are mainline railway stations at East Grinstead (Victoria/London Bridge) and at Tunbridge Wells (Canon Street/Charing Cross). The M23/A23 gives good access to Gatwick (about 16 miles) and London.DirectionsIn Forest Row head towards Hartfield on the B2110. Proceed through Colemans Hatch and in Upper Hatfield, opposite the Central Garage, turn right into Cotchford Lane. Continue down the lane for about 150 yards, take the first spur on the left and the gate to the property is at the end. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_hartfield-d198653/for-sale_i71025392
The PropertyAn attractive double fronted Grade II listed 15th century farmhouse, believed to date back to the Tudor period, built of red brick and tile hung upper elevations with later additions. The property offers flexible family accommodation with a wealth of character features including exposed timbers and an inglenook fireplace.The house also offers the potential to create a two bedroom self-contained ground floor annexe, ideal for multi-generational living, if required.Gardens and GroundsThe house is approached via a tree-lined driveway leading to the parking area at the front of the house and a double garage with attached workshop. The front garden is laid to lawn and divided into various sections, divided by formal hedging. To the rear of the house there is a paved terrace as well as a vegetable garden. To one end of the terrace a gate leads through to the swimming pool with paved surround, enclosed on all sides by hedge/wall borders, and a further paved terrace.Land and OutbuildingsThe property has been a working, productive farm during the current owners' tenure for the last 35 years. The land totals about 90.3 acres and boasts water to all fields, extensive fencing and hedging. It has been farmed under organic farming principles since 1989 and under Soil Association Certification 1999-2023 (inclusive). The current owners have also restored traditional hedgerows across the entire 90 acres and there is an abundance of wildlife including wild fowl, roe deer and trout in the two streams traversing the property. At the rear of the garage, there are numerous attached agricultural buildings comprising a large traditional Sussex barn (believed to date back to the 18th century), stables, wood store, tack room, cattle barn, various store rooms and greenhouse. To one side of the house, with separate vehicular access, there is a further extensive range of agricultural buildings. NB: The property is available with only approximately 50 acres (ie excluding circa 40 acres to the west with access from Chilsham Lane) if a buyer preferred, subject to negotiation. PlanningThe barns offer huge potential with lapsed planning permission to convert into ancillary accommodation and a link walkway to the main house. Further details are available at: quoting reference: WD/2003/0119/JF.Lapsed planning permission also exists for the barns for change of use to as ancillary holiday accommodation. Further details are available at: quoting reference: WD/1987/1474/F.Herstmonceux 2.2 miles. Rushlake Green 3.4 miles. Heathfield 7.4 miles. South coast 7.8 miles. Battle 9.5 miles (London Bridge from 76 minutes). A21 (Johns Cross) 9.7 miles. Stonegate 12 miles (London Bridge about 1 hour). Etchingham 14.3 miles (London Bridge from 65 minutes). Tunbridge Wells 20 miles. (All times and distances approximate)The property is located in the Wealden village of Bodle Street Green which has a pub, church and village hall. The property is within close proximity to the larger villages of Rushlake Green (2 miles) and Herstmonceux (3 miles) both of which offer amenities for local shopping. The south coast is within easy driving distance and the major towns of Tunbridge Wells and the county town of Lewes are both about 20 miles distant. Eastbourne and the market town of Heathfield also offer a variety of shopping, commercial and recreational facilities, as does the historic town of Battle. Stonegate, Etchingham and Battle stations (all around 10 miles away) offer a good train service to London. The A21 at Battle provides connections to the national motorway network and the M25 giving access to London Heathrow and Gatwick airports. The M20 provides connections to the Channel Tunnel, the ferry ports and the International Eurostar station at Ashford.There is an excellent choice of state and private schools in the area with the popular schools of Dallington Primary School, St Andrews Preparatory School in Eastbourne, Eastbourne College, Vine Hall at Robertsbridge, Bede's at Upper Dicker and Mayfield (girls).Leisure facilities in the area include golf courses at Horam, Battle, Eastbourne, Piltdown and the East Sussex National Course at Little Horsted. Riding and walking in the surrounding countryside. Opera at Glyndebourne. Sailing at south coast centres, Bewl Water and at Eastbourne Marina. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_hailsham-d196376/for-sale_i68970017
Handsome 17th Century Manor House set in parkland-like grounds. DescriptionWorth Manor is a handsome country manor house, originally the farmhouse for Worth Farm, which is believed to have formed part of the Isfield Place estate owned by the Shurley family. The house is understood to date from 1652 and is Jacobean in its architectural style, with features including its striking twin-gabled facade, steep pitched roofs and tall chimneys, and detailed ornamentation such as decorative brick and stone work, and elegant stone hood moldings. Despite its age and beautiful period style, Worth Manor benefits from remaining unlisted and was the subject of comprehensive renovation and refurbishment when our clients acquired the house in 2001, restoring it into wonderful family home that is both substantial and comfortable. The property is set down a country lane, in a lovely setting that is rural and yet not isolated; wrought iron gates set on brick pillars open to a sweeping gravel driveway leading to a turning circle ahead of the house. Worth Manor offers extensive accommodation arranged over three floors, with an additional cellar. The floorplans give an excellent overview of the house and should be used a comprehensive guide to the full extent of the house and its outbuildings. There are three formal reception rooms lying off the central entrance hall: the drawing room is a generous room featuring an impressive inglenook set with a woodburner; the sitting and dining rooms have elegant feature fireplaces and are open to the substantial conservatory that spans the southern and eastern sides of the house.The kitchen was refitted in 2019 with an extensive range of stylish modern shaker-style cabinetry and a large central island, with polished granite worktops, a four-oven Aga set into a former fireplace, and a number of high end integrated appliances. The kitchen is open to the conservatory, its vaulted glazed roof flooding the room with natural light. Steps descend to the cellar store rooms (the cellar can also be accessed from the drawing room), and there is further storage and space for laundry appliances in the large utility room, which was converted from a former outbuilding and still features the original bread oven. The conservatory is of particular note, added to the house by our clients and offering a versatile, light and bright space, ideal for informal dining and as a further reception space, with doors opening to the terrace and windows framing the southerly view over the garden.There are four well-proportioned bedrooms on the first floor, three with fitted or built in storage. Bedrooms one and two have en suite shower rooms fitted with modern suites; bedrooms three and four share a 'Jack and Jill' bathroom, creating an ideal guest suite. There are three further eaves bedrooms on the second floor, together with another bathroom. Outbuildings and garagingTo the rear (east) of the house, located in the walled garden are two large detached brick outbuildings, one used as a workshop and the other comprising two garden store rooms connected by a central open store. The larger of these two buildings has planning permission for conversion to a one-bedroom annexe: Wealden District Council ref: WD/2019/2032/F.Worth Manor offers extensive garaging, with a double garage off the driveway, together with a large tractor store lying to the south. A further five-bay garage block is accessed directly from the lane, to the south of the house.In addition, there is large timber summerhouse off the driveway with power connected, currently used as a sewing room, and a timber garden store beyond the brick outbuilding.Gardens and groundsThe gardens and grounds are of particular note, extending to about five and a half acres of beautifully tended formal garden lying close to the house, and an expanse of gently undulating parkland extending away to the south.To the north of the house is an area of level lawn, enclosed by hedging and dotted with mature trees; an enclosed east-facing terrace adjoins the kitchen. The walled garden lies to the east and is arranged as a kitchen garden, with a greenhouse and a variety of fruit trees. Accessed from the conservatory, a substantial stone terrace spans the south of the house, offering plenty of space for an outside table and chairs; to the eastern end of the terrace is a formal parterre garden with raised beds divided by gravel pathways. The terrace opens directly to the south lawn, a large expanse of parkland dotted with trees and spring bulbs, edged by light woodland, and with an open boundary to the south allowing uninterrupted views over the rolling farmland beyond. There is a woodchip children's play area, and a thatched African hut and covered seating area offering further spots from which to enjoy the view.In all, about 5.49 acres.LocationWorth Manor is situated in a delightful rural location in the small village of Little Horsted, which has a nursery and primary school, Country House hotel and church. Neighbouring Isfield is sought-after village with a thriving community, a variety of societies and a number of events throughout the year, together with the benefit of a well-stocked farm shop, two public houses and the historic Lavender Line steam railway. For a wider variety of shops and recreational amenities Uckfield is 2.5 miles away, the County town of Lewes lies about 6.5 miles to the south, with the vibrant city of Brighton and Hove on the south coast beyond. Haywards Heath, Royal Tunbridge Wells and Eastbourne are also within easy reach (15, 18 and 20 miles respectively). Both Uckfield and Lewes provide regular train services to London. In addition, Haywards Heath provides a regular service of trains to London (Victoria, London Bridge and Thameslink services) with journey times from 45 minutes. Gatwick Airport lies approximately 25 miles to the north east, as does junction 10 of the M23 which links to the M25 and wider motorway network. Sussex offers excellent and varied opportunities for a range of equestrian and sporting pursuits, with many walks across the surrounding countryside, including on the Wealdway just east of Little Horsted, golf at the neighbouring East Sussex National and at Piltdown, and sailing along the south coast. The area has a vibrant cultural scene, with world-class opera at Glyndebourne and the annual Brighton Festival presenting a huge programme of theatre, dance, classical music and literary events. There is an excellent range of state and independent schools in the area, including a nursery and primary schools in Little Horsted, Uckfield Community College, Lewes Priory, Cumnor House, Lewes Old Grammar School, Bedes, and Hurstpierpoint, Brighton and Eastbourne Colleges. All times and distances are approximate.Square Footage: 4,568 sq ft Acreage: 5.5 Acres Additional InfoServices: Oil fired central heating. LPG for the hob. Mains electricity and water. Private drainage.Outgoings: Wealden District Council, . Tax band G. Photographs taken: March 2024. Cladding: We have been told that this property has no cladding. Purchasers should make enquiries about the external wall system of the property, if it has cladding and if it is safe or if there are interim measures in place. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_uckfield-d196523/for-sale_i70352684
The property is a wonderful Grade II listed country residence, believed to date back to the 16th century (Tudor era) with later additions, and was the home of Sir Austen Chamberlain in the 1920's. The house is of timber-framed construction with red brick and tile hung upper elevations to the front and white weather boarded elevations to the rear. The property has been beautifully refurbished for modern day living yet retains many character features throughout including a wealth of exposed beams and timbers, oak doors, fireplaces and leaded light windows. Main House:The front door opens into a welcoming entrance hall with stone floor, w.c. and oak staircase leading to the first floor. To the right, the characterful triple aspect drawing room has exposed beams, parquet flooring, fireplace and a door leading out to the rear terrace and garden. The dining room and family room are both double aspect with windows to the front and rear. The dining room has a lovely inglenook fireplace and the family room also has a fireplace as well as a door to the rear gardens. A door leads through to the spacious kitchen/breakfast room with a range of wooden base storage units, Aga cooker, Butler's sink, and a central island with further storage and marble worktop above. There is a door leading out to the side and the external boiler room.On the first floor, the landing gives access to the four good sized double aspect bedrooms and a bathroom. The principal bedroom has the benefit of an en suite bathroom as well as a spacious dressing room (which could be used as a nursery/further bedroom if required).On the second floor there is a wonderful bedroom with exposed timbers, vaulted ceiling and crown post. There is also a spacious further bedroom/TV room with an attractive red brick chimney breast and vaulted ceiling creating a lovely space, ideal as a teenager's suite or sitting/games room.Oast HouseIn addition to the main house there is a detached single roundel oast house providing approximately 488 sq ft of ancillary accommodation. On the ground floor there is a roundel sitting room, shower room and kitchen. On the first floor there is a roundel bedroom with a door opening out to a decked sun terrace with fabulous elevated views over the gardens and grounds.Gardens and GroundsThe properties are approached via a gated entrance over a gravel driveway leading to the detached double garage. The delightful country gardens and grounds are well-stocked with a multitude of mature trees, shrubs and bushes and include a flat lawned area and an enclosed/gated swimming pool with paved surround. There is also a rose garden, wild flower borders, meadow and a natural pond. In all about 2.55 acres.Unconverted stable buildingThe stable building is located on the opposite side of the lane to the main house and comprises an unconverted Grade II listed barn/stable with Planning Permission to convert into an attractive single storey two bedroom dwelling. The property sits within a plot extending to 1.4 acres and issurrounded by rolling countryside.Further details on the planning can be found at: quoting reference: WD/2023/0209.Mayfield village 2.6 miles. Rotherfield 5 miles. Heathfield 5 miles. Crowborough station 6.5 miles (London Bridge from 69 minutes). Wadhurst station 9 miles (London Bridge from 53 minutes). Frant station 10 miles (London Bridge from 51 minutes). Tunbridge Wells 11 miles (London Bridge from 44 minutes). Eastbourne 21 miles. Gatwick airport 29 miles. London 51 miles. (All times and distances approximate) The property is located on the outskirts of the pretty and historic 16th Century Sussex village of Mayfield which provides a good range of local shops catering for everyday needs including delicatessen, bakery, fine wine merchants, pharmacy, post office and pubs. Tunbridge Wells is approximately 11 miles to the north and provides an extensive range of shopping, commercial, recreational and educational facilities. The mainline station at Wadhurst provides trains to London. Train services are also available at Frant, Crowborough and Tunbridge Wells. There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area, in both the state and private sectors, including Mayfield CE Primary, Mayfield School (girls), Skippers Hill Preparatory, Holmewood House Preparatory, The Skinners School, Tonbridge School, The Schools at Somerhill, Judd, Benenden School (girls), Dulwich Preparatory, Vinehall Preparatory, Bede's, and Eastbourne College. Leisure activities in the area including Mayfield village cricket, football and tennis clubs; golf at Dale Hill (Ticehurst), The Nevill (Tunbridge Wells), Dewlands Manor (Rotherfield), Crowborough (Beacon), Royal Ashdown and at Rye. Sailing and water sports at Bewl Water and on the south coast; Walking and cycling at Bedgebury Pinetum and the 'Cuckoo Trail' from Heathfield. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_mayfield-d526268/for-sale_i67840210
A substantial and well-presented family home enjoying a fine outlook with a heated swimming pool and tennis court set in about 5.86 acres on the edge of Stonegate village. DescriptionSituated in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and offering well-balanced accommodation arranged over three floors, Linkhurst is a generous family home that has been updated and extended to create sociable and free-flowing accommodation.The property dates back to the early 1900's and displays a collection of charming period features typical of this era, with later additions in 2015, converting the former stable and hay barn into a stylish, open-plan kitchen/family room with vaulted ceilings and bespoke details throughout, including curved oak steps lowering to the dining area, and a striking picture window surrounded by oak cladding framing the impressive far-reaching views. Steps rise from the dining area into the former hay loft, which now serves as a flexible space that can be arranged to suit.The contemporary kitchen is fitted with Neptune shaker-style units painted in 'Alpine' and topped with honed granite worksurfaces, together with a useful pantry, providing an abundance of storage and preparation space. Large glazed doors open to the terrace, with slate tiles creating a seamless flow between the indoor and outdoor living areas.Benefitting from two bay windows providing an abundance of light, the well-proportioned drawing room is fitted with a charming open fire, with the cosy snug and study benefitting from wood-burning stoves and bespoke cabinetry. The studio/games room has much potential and can be accessed from both inside the house, and via an external door from the driveway, making it an ideal space for an annexe, subject to all necessary consents and permissions. The inner hallway leads to a large and practical boot room, which adjoins the sizeable utility room. Found on the first floor, the principal bedroom is of particular note, enjoying fitted wardrobes and a well-appointed en suite bathroom, with a walk-in shower and a contemporary free-standing bath, strategically placed to make the most of the wonderful view. There are two further double bedrooms, served by the well-appointed family bathroom. The remaining three bedrooms are situated on the second floor, together with a family shower room and two useful storage cupboards. The much-loved gardens and grounds extend to 5.86 acres, comprising a formal garden with a wide-spanning terrace, heated swimming pool, and a well-maintained tennis court, leading onto two paddocks, an area of woodland and two ponds. Well-stocked borders and flower beds provide an array of colour throughout the year. There is a vegetable garden with raised beds, together with a large greenhouse, fruit cage and three apple trees. The property is approached via an electric gate opening to the gravelled driveway, which provides parking for up to six vehicles. The driveway continues along the side of the house, giving access to the garage, garden store and studio/games room.LocationLinkhurst is situated in this semi-rural position on the edge of Stonegate village in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Stonegate village has a thriving community and is well-known for its local amateur dramatic society. There is a well-regarded primary school and pre-school, St Peter's church, recreation ground, and an extensive network of footpaths in the vicinity. There is a village hall that hosts a range of classes and 'pop-up pubs' throughout the year. Lakedown brewery and taproom is reached within 3.9 miles and is an independent brewery producing a range of traditional and modern style beers with a charming taproom serving their products. The pretty village of Wadhurst (approximately 2 miles) offers a wide selection of shops, including a butcher, delicatessen, bank, hardware store, cafes, supermarkets and a petrol station, whilst the picturesque village of Ticehurst (2.8 miles) is popular with families and enjoys a thriving local community with activities to suit all ages from the Village Hall and Club, Dale Hill Golf Course, Scout group, Gardeners' Association, Womens' Institute and recreation ground. More comprehensive amenities can be found in Tunbridge Wells (9.5 miles).Mainline rail: Stonegate (1.6 miles), Wadhurst (3.5 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (9.5 miles) with regular services to London Charing Cross and Cannon Street (via Waterloo East and London Bridge) from 50 minutes (Tunbridge Wells to Charing Cross). State and private schools: Preparatory schools in Stonegate (Bricklehurst Manor), Hawkhurst (Marlborough House and St Ronan's), Tunbridge Wells (The Mead) and Langton Green (Holmewood House), Uplands Community College in Wadhurst, independent senior schools in Benenden, Mayfield, Eastbourne, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks.Communications: The A21 provides links to the M25 and thereby to the other motorway networks, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and the Channel Tunnel rail terminal.Square Footage: 4,238 sq ft Acreage: 5.86 Acres Additional InfoServices: Mains water and electricity. Private drainage. Oil central heating. The swimming pool is heated by an air source heat pump. Solar panels also provide hot water and heating for a section of the property.Outgoings: Rother District Council. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_wadhurst-d197675/for-sale_i69360674
The property forms the major portion of an exceptionally handsome unlisted period country house, built to exacting standards in 1886 with a brick and stone construction for the Jacobean style facade. It occupies a remarkably private and elevated position to enjoy the far-reaching southerly views. The property has been completely updated whilst retaining many period features and offers generous proportions and high ceilings providing the scale of a grand country house. The house offers in excess of 7,000 sq. ft. of accommodation with a wealth of features including large sash windows, oak doors, intricate cornicing, wooden floors throughout, and notably impressive fireplaces. The magnificent reception hall, with wood panelling and parquet flooring, provides access to the principal reception rooms. To the front, the elegant drawing room and kitchen/breakfast room both enjoy picturesque views of the gardens and countryside beyond. The kitchen/breakfast room has a bespoke contemporary fitted kitchen with wall and base units, granite worktops, integrated appliances and walk-in larder. The dining room and family room are both located at the rear of the house.On the first floor the principal bedroom suite has a beautifully appointed bathroom and walk-in wardrobe. There are three further bedrooms on this level, one with an en suite shower room, as well as a family bathroom. There is a further impressive bedroom suite on the second floor with en suite bathroom and walk-in wardrobe. Also on this level there is a study and a fabulous guest/staff flat which comprises a sitting room with balcony and kitchen area, a shower room and a bedroom.Outside, the property is approached via wooden gates which sit at the end of a long drive that sweeps around an orchard and leads to the detached triple open-bay garage with attached garden store. The house occupies a fantastic elevated position and enjoys stunning views over Ashdown Forest. The wonderful, mature gardens and borders extend to just over 9 acres and provide a secluded and peaceful setting as well as a hard tennis court and swimming pool. There are also excellent equestrian facilities with paddocks and various outbuildings including numerous stables, tack and feed rooms and an open barn.Hartfield 2.5 miles. Forest Row 2.4 miles. East Grinstead 6 miles. Tunbridge Wells 10.7 miles. Gatwick Airport 14.8 miles. London 39 miles. Cowden station 6.8 miles (London Bridge from 53 minutes). East Grinstead 5.4 miles (London Bridge from 55 minutes/Victoria from 57 minutes).(All times and distances approximate)The property is located in a wonderful, elevated position with wonderful views over Ashdown Forest and within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The picturesque hamlet of Colemans Hatch has a parish church and popular local inn. The nearby sought-after village of Hartfield has a lovely sense of community and is well equipped for everyday needs including a store, primary school, nursery school, health centre, church, two public houses and the famous 'Pooh Corner' tea rooms, shop and museum. For more comprehensive facilities, the towns of East Grinstead and Royal Tunbridge Wells offer a wide range of shopping, recreational, educational and cultural amenities as well as railway stations with a regular service to London. The area is well known for its excellent choice of schools including Brambletye in East Grinstead, Michael Hall Steiner Waldorf at Forest Row, Lingfield College, Worth School at Turners Hill, Cumnor House Sussex and Handcross Park School in Haywards Heath, Tonbridge School and the Schools at Somerhill in Tonbridge, Holmewood House Preparatory School in Langton Green, and Ardingly College. Ashdown Forest, with its many scenic walks and Winnie the Pooh's 'Pooh Sticks Bridge' is on the doorstep. Recreational facilities include golf at the Royal Ashdown, Chartham Park, The East Sussex National and The Nevill. There is also sailing and fishing at Bewl Water, Weirwood Reservoirs and on the south coast. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_hartfield-d198653/for-sale_i68839728
Superbly presented modern Sussex style house with annexe, situated in a wonderful semi-rural position and set in about 4.58 acres. DescriptionWellhouse Farm is a superbly appointed and beautifully presented home, situated in a wonderful semi-rural position on a sought after private lane. The house was originally built in the 1980s, in traditional Sussex style with flint walls and tile hung elevations under a tiled roof. It was significantly improved and extended by the current owners in 2018, creating a wonderful family home with charm, character and above all, style. Wellhouse Farm is beautifully finished throughout, and careful thought has been given to the layout, which is ideally suited to family life, and to entertaining on a grander scale.The spacious entrance hall with adjacent boot room, sets the scene, with limestone flooring and generous proportions; straight ahead is the impressive open plan kitchen/dining room, with family area, which is the heart of the home. The family area has an open fireplace and French doors to the terrace; at the other end of the room is a formal dining area, with a lovely outlook to the paddock to the north. In the centre is a stunning bespoke solid wood kitchen, handcrafted by Thomas Ford & Sons, providing an excellent range of painted cabinets complimented by carrera marble worktops and a dark limestone central island. There is currently a large fridge/freezer and a Lacanche range cooker, with integrated appliances including a dishwasher and an instant boiling water tap fitted to the double butlers' sink, with a further 'pot filler' providing water at the stove itself. An open pantry provides plenty of storage and the large adjoining laundry/utility room which has a further butlers sink and space for all the usual laundry appliances, as well as a good range of fitted units and access to the side garden. From the dining room, glazed double doors open to the spacious drawing room, which offers views over the paddock to the north via two large bay windows. Also adjoining the entrance hall is a study with views over the garden which leads in turn to a snug, a cosy room with a wood burning stove and French doors to the terrace and garden. A downstairs WC completes the ground floor.A central staircase leads upstairs from the entrance hall and divides at the first landing to provide stairs to the bedrooms which are split over two wings. Above the staircases is a central is a roof light, ensuring natural light floods through centre of the house. The right hand flight of stairs leads to the northern wing, where the principal suite is situated, comprising of a spacious bedroom, dressing area and en suite bathroom with stylish fittings. The deep bath is arranged to provide views over the paddock through one of the three beautiful arched picture windows on the northern elevation. There is a further bedroom with its own picture window and well-appointed en suite bathroom.The left hand staircase leads to the original portion of the house, which provides a guest suite (comprising of a bedroom, dressing area and en suite shower room) and three further double bedrooms, one currently used as a gym. These three bedrooms are served by a modern shower room, with two sinks and its own roof light to allow natural light into the room. The AnnexeIdeal for multi-generational living or guests, the annexe offers excellent ancillary accommodation, which is self-contained and finished to the same high standards as the main house. It comprises of an entrance hall, sitting room, kitchen (also Thomas Ford & Sons)/dining room, two bedrooms (one en-suite), a shower room and a WC. It has its own access from the drive and a private section of patio adjoining the barn. Outbuildings, gardens and groundsThe barn is a large detached building with an open bay car port and workshop on the ground floor, and a first floor currently used as a games room. There is a further detached outbuilding, comprising a garden room/office and a further boot room, both with heating, and an open bay car port. The floorplans give an excellent overview of the full extent of the accommodation and outbuildings and should be referred to as a guide. Wellhouse Farm occupies an enviable position towards the far end of the private lane, with the South Downs National Park immediately to the south, and its own private land to the rear. The property is well-screened from the private lane, set back behind mature laurel hedging and is approached via a sweeping driveway which leads past the outbuildings and opens out to offer plenty of parking. Adjoining the house is a spacious south facing terrace, which creates a superb area for entertaining al fresco. The gardens lie mainly to the south of the house, with an expanse of lawn and well-stocked beds. To the north of the house is the paddock, which is fully enclosed with post and rail fencing, and accessed via a five bar gate. About 4.58 acres in all. Agent's Notes1. The fridge freezer and/or range cooker are not currently included in the sale but may be available by separate negotiation. 2. Wellhouse Lane is a private road and its management is shared. Wellhouse Farm has right of access and contributes c£1,000 pa towards maintenance and upkeep.LocationThe property occupies a semi-rural position on Wellhouse Lane, a sought-after private road in the parish of Hassocks & Keymer, and just outside the boundary of the South Downs National Park. Wellhouse Farm is ideally positioned for the surrounding amenities and countryside including the nearby village of Ditchling. The immediate area offers many opportunities for walking (Wellhouse Lane is also a public footpath), riding and golf, but is not remote, with Burgess Hill Station and shopping (including a Waitrose) just over one mile away. The City of Brighton and Hove is within 10 miles and is known for being one of the most vibrant cities in Europe, with a fantastic mix of shopping, famed nightlife, award winning restaurants, theatre culture, festivals and events. Sussex offers many leisure activities locally including golf at Mid Sussex, Pyecombe and Lindfield clubs, tennis clubs including Wickwoods Country Club, Haywards Heath and Lindfield, sailing at Brighton Marina, and a variety of local and county athletics, cricket, rugby and football clubs to suit all ages and abilities. There are miles of footpaths and bridleways across the surrounding countryside and the South Downs Nation Park and Ashdown Forest. Spa and country house hotels include South Lodge, Ockenden Manor, and Alexander House. Burgess Hill station offers regular services London Bridge/Victoria, journey from 51 minutes. Hassocks station is 2.4 miles. There are many highly regarded state and private schools in the local area including Burgess Hill Girls, Lewes Old Grammar, Cumnor House, Handcross Park, Great Walstead School, and Ardingly, Hurst and Brighton Colleges.All distances and journey times are approximate.Square Footage: 4,128 sq ft Acreage: 4.58 Acres Additional InfoServices: Mains gas fired central heating (underfloor heating to entrance hall, sitting room and kitchen/dining/family room). Mains electricity and water. Shared private drainage. Outgoings: Mid Sussex District Council, . Council tax band G, with an improvement indicator. Photographs taken: April 2024Tenure: Freehold. EPC ratings: C (Wellhouse Farm) & D (Annexe)Cladding: We have been told that this property has no cladding. Purchasers should make enquiries about the external wall system of the property, if it has cladding and if it is safe or if there are interim measures in place. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_west-sussex-d531773/for-sale_i71112717
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