An outstanding five bedroom (four bath/shower rooms) detached 17th century Sussex barn conversion occupying gardens and grounds extending to over ¾ of an acre beautifully positioned in a peaceful semi-rural location close to a regarded primary school on the edge of open fields and rolling countryside. This unique characterful home is grade two listed and retains a wealth of original period features to include oak wall and ceiling timbers throughout, oak latch doors, and a fine inglenook fireplace with cast iron wood burning stove. The gardens and grounds have been extensively landscaped and provide a spectacular backdrop with a paved patio spanning the entire width of the rear of the house the remainder laid to lawn interspersed and flanked with a wide variety of mature flower and shrub beds, the whole affording fine far reaching views and extending to over ¾ of an acre. The spacious and highly versatile accommodation comprises in brief on the ground floor, a stunning triple height double aspect dining hall with flagstone flooring and glazed door opening to the patio and gardens, a 28'11 x 20'0 double aspect drawing room with inglenook fireplace, a kitchen/family room with granite and oak worksurfaces, and walk-in larder, a useful utility room and a cloakroom. From the dining hall, an oak staircase ascends to a full galleried first floor landing, a magnificent vaulted double aspect principal bedroom with a wealth of exposed oak beams, walk-in dressing room, and en-suite bath/shower room, four further generous size bedrooms (two with en-suites) and a separate shower room. Outside, to the front of the house there is a gravel driveway which provides parking for a number of vehicles and is bound in part by post and rail fencing. There is a tandem length integral garage which is accessed via twin timber doors. Within the grounds there is a detached oak framed double garage which could be converted to provide a large home office/hobby's/studio room. Above the double garage and accessed via an external timber staircase is a useful studio room comprises of a vaulted double bedroom with an en-suite shower room. The gardens and grounds offer peace and a good degree of seclusion and immediately adjoin open fields and countryside. Council Tax Band H.The accommodation and approximate room measurements comprise:Glazed front door with adjacent floor to ceiling side panels into DINING HALL: 27'9 x 20'5 a spectacular double aspect room, full height double glazed windows overlooking the front and rear of the property with fine views across the gardens and grounds, full triple height vaulted ceiling with exposed oak timbers, oak staircase ascending to the first floor, flagstone flooring, wall light points.INNER LOBBY: exposed brick wall, tiled flooring, latch door into CLOAKROOM: comprising low level WC, vanity unit with inset washbasin, double glazed window overlooking the rear patio and garden, tiled flooring.DRAWING ROOM: 28'11 x 20' a fine double aspect room, double glazed windows overlooking the front and rear of the property, glazed double doors opening to the rear terrace and gardens, wealth of exposed wall and ceiling timbers with exposed brickwork, large walk-in inglenook fireplace with recessed seating, flagstone hearth, exposed stone surround and oak bressummer, recessed spotlighting, range of bespoke bult-in bookcases and shelving.KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM: 27'9 x 20'5 double aspect room, double glazed windows overlooking the front and rear of the property, KITCHEN AREA: comprising single bowl single drainer sink unit with mixer tap, cupboards beneath. Adjoining granite work surfaces, range cooker with units on either side, extractor canopy over, central island with solid timber surface over, breakfast bar providing seating for 3, tiled surrounds, integrated fridge, exposed oak timbers, tiled flooring, recessed spotlighting, WALK-IN PANTRY: 7'7 x 4'7 with space for fridge/freezer, power points, units to eye and base level, twin oak internal doors opening to the dining hall.UTILITY ROOM: 7'7 x 4'10 comprising butler style ceramic sink, space and plumbing for domestic appliances, eye level units, work surface, double glazed window overlooking the rear patio and gardens, tiled flooring, exposed timbers.From the dining hall, an oak staircase ascends to a FULL HEIGHT GALLERIED LANDING: which affords a fine view across the dining hall, wealth of exposed oak timbers, recessed spotlighting.PRINCIPAL BEDROOM: 29'4 x 26'10 a spectacular double height double aspect room, double glazed windows overlooking the front and rear of the property enjoying fine views across the gardens and grounds, wealth of exposed wall and ceiling timbers, two large sky light windows, latch door into: WALK-IN DRESSING ROOM: 13'0 x 9'3 built-in wardrobes, storage cupboards and matching dressing table, exposed oak timbers, further latch door into: EN-SUITE BATH/SHOWER ROOM: 11'11 x 8'10 comprising enclosed double ended bath, central chrome telephone style mixer tap with handheld shower attachment, fully tiled enclosed double width shower cubicle with wall mounted shower unit, 'his n hers' washbasins with units under, low level WC, exposed wall and ceiling timbers, double glazed window overlooking the rear patio and gardens, built-in linen cupboard.GUEST BEDROOM: 12'4 x 10'8 double glazed window overlooking the rear patio enjoying fine views across the gardens and grounds, wealth of exposed wall and ceiling timbers, built-in wardrobes, latch door into; EN-SUITE BATHROOM: 6'2 x 5'9 comprising enclosed bath, chrome mixer tap, fully tiled surround, wall mounted chrome shower unit, pedestal washbasin, low level WC, exposed wall and ceiling timbers.BEDROOM 3: 22'11 x 11'1 double glazed window overlooking the front of the property, exposed wall and ceiling timbers, built-in wardrobes, latch door into airing cupboard housing lagged hot water cylinder with slatted shelving over, wall mounted Worcester gas fired boiler.BEDROOM 4: 12'4 x 10'7 double glazed window overlooking the front of the property, wealth of exposed wall and ceiling timbers, built-in wardrobes, latch door into: EN-SUITE BATHROOM: 6'6 x 5'7 comprising enclosed bath, chrome mixer tap, wall mounted chrome shower unit, fully tiled surround, low level WC, pedestal washbasin, exposed wall and ceiling timbers.BEDROOM 5: 12'2 x 9' double glazed window overlooking the rear of the property, exposed wall and ceiling timbers, hatch and ladder giving access to large walk-in loft space with sky light windows, door giving access to water tank and further storage.SHOWER ROOM: 12'0 x 9'3 comprising fully tiled enclosed double width shower cubicle with wall mounted shower unit, low level WC, pedestal washbasin, built-in linen cupboard, internal window to dining hall.OUTSIDETo the rear of the property there is a DETACHED OAK FRAMED PITCHED ROOF DOUBLE GARAGE BUILDING: with twin doors, power and light connected, wall mounted gas fired boiler. To the front of this garage building is a large gravel hardstanding. Accessed via an external timber staircase is a STUDIO comprising of BEDROOM: with skylight windows overlooking the gardens and grounds, radiator, door into: EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM: fully tiled enclosed shower cubicle with wall mounted shower unit, low level WC, wall mounted washbasin, heated chrome ladder style towel rail, tiled flooring.GARDENS AND GROUNDSA paved seating patio spans the entire width of the rear of the house with shallow steps ascending to an area of level lawn flanked and bound by an abundance of flower and shrub beds. The gardens continue via a grass pathway to the remainder of the grounds which are laid predominantly to rolling lawn interspersed and flanked with several mature trees. The grounds are enclosed in part by thick natural hedging and immediately adjoin open fields and rolling countryside affording spectacular far reaching rural views. The total plot extends to just over ¾ of an acre. Side pathways and gates give access front to rear.Positioned to the front of the house there is a LARGE GRAVEL DRIVEWAY providing parking for a number of vehicles bound in part by post and rail fencing. TANDEM LENGTH GARAGE: 16'10 x 16' accessed via twin doors, power and light connected, further twin doors opening to the rear patio and garden. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_withyham-d543568/for-sale_i71044584
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Rush Witt & Wilson are pleased to offer the opportunity to acquire a unique 'estate style' property comprising substantial detached house, modern agricultural barn for conversion, further range of outbuildings with potential, tennis court and gardens / grounds of approx. 8.4 acres. The house offers well proportioned accommodation arranged over three floors, there are three bedrooms each with an en-suite bathroom, large first floor living room with vaulted ceiling and an adjoining snug having access to balcony. Generous living space on the ground floor comprises sitting room/ dining room, further reception room and a sunroom. Kitchen / breakfast room, ancillary storage and a cloakroom. The agricultural barn has previously had planning permission granted to be replaced with an office building and is considered suitable for a variety of purposes, subject to necessary consents. Garage building, summerhouse and further range of useful outbuildings. For further information and to arrange a viewing please contact our Rye Office .Locality - The property occupies a tucked away location, accessed via a shared unmade lane, approx. 1/3 mile off of Battery Hill, in an elevated position within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with a Country park / Nature Reserve adjoining. Village amenities include a public house / restaurant and an active community hall. Further shopping, primary and secondary school, sporting and recreational facilities can be found in the nearby Historic Coastal Town of Hastings and the Ancient Cinque Port Town of Rye. Rye railway station provides services to Ashford International and connecting high speed services to London.At nearby Pett Level there is access to miles of shingle beach that extends from the cliffs at Fairlight to a nature reserve at Rye Harbour, this forms part of the stunning coastline of the Rye Bay.Entrance Porch - Living Room - 10.1 x 4.65 (33'1 x 15'3) - Sunroom - 8.56 x 2.6 (28'1 x 8'6) - Cloakroom - 1.96 x 1.40 (6'5 x 4'7) - Reception Room - 5.80 x 2.87 (19'0 x 9'4) - Kitchen - 5.86 x 2.93 (19'2 x 9'7) - Boiler Room - 2.84 x 1.43 (9'3 x 4'8) - Walkin Pantry / Store - 2.8 x 1.52 (9'2 x 4'11) - First Floor - Living Room - 7.46 x 5.22 (24'5 x 17'1) - Snug - 4.53 x 2.93 (14'10 x 9'7) - Bedroom - 3.59 x 2.77 (11'9 x 9'1) - Ensuite Bathroom - 2.73 x 1.83 (8'11 x 6'0) - Bedroom - 5.12 x 2.93 (16'9 x 9'7) - Ensuite Bathroom - 2.4 x 1.81 (7'10 x 5'11) - Second Floor - Bedroom - 6.84 x 3.12 (22'5 x 10'2) - Bathroom - 2.4 x 1.72 (7'10 x 5'7) - Outside - Double gates to the front and drive leading to garage building, barn and onto main house. Extensive parking provision.There is an area of lawn to the front of the house and split level terraces to side and rear. Tennis court enclosed with raised viewing terrace above.The drive continues to an area of grassland.The garden and grounds extend to approx. 8.4 acres.Barn - A substantial detached building considered suitable for a variety of purposes, subject to necessary consents. Planning permission has previously been granted for replacement with a SINGLE STOREY OFFICE BUILDING for personal use by the applicant. Application number RR/ 2015/ 2332/PPlanning History - Planning has previously been granted as below - RR/2013/ 1998/P Single storey office building for personal use of applicant - to replace existing modern agricultural building. RR/2015/23332/P Two storey extension for kitchen, dining room and sun room.Agents Notes - None of the services or appliances mentioned in these sale particulars have been tested.It should also be noted that measurements quoted are given for guidance only and are approximate and should not be relied upon for any other purpose.Council tax band G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_fairlight-d547083/for-sale_i71511482
GUIDE PRICE £1,850,000PLEASE VIEW OUR VIRTUAL HERE OR ON OUR WEBSITE A MAGNIFICENT DETACHED FIVE / SIX BEDROOM BARN CONVERSION OF IN EXCESS OF 3,000 SQUARE FEET LAPSED PLANNING PERMISSION THAT COULD BE POSSIBLY RE-INSTATED FOR A DETACHED STABLE COMPLEX IN THE PROPERTY'S 3 ACRES OF GRASS MEADOW LAPSED PLANNING PERMISSION THAT COULD BE POSSIBLY RE-INSTATED FOR THE CONVERSION OF THE DETACHED DOUBLE GARAGE TO BE CONVERTED INTO AN ANNEX, AS WELL AS FOR THE CREATION OF A SEPARATE GYM BUILDING FABULOUS FAR REACHING RURAL VIEWS SET OFF A QUIET PRIVATE LANE AWAY FROM MAIN ROADS FRONT GRAVEL DRIVEWAY FOR A NUMBER OF VEHICLES EXISTING DETACHED HERITAGE DOUBLE SIZED GARAGE WITH WORKSHOP & LARGE STORAGE ROOM OVER (AS MENTIONED PRESENTLY WITH LAPSED PLANNING TO CONVERT INTO AN ANNEX / HOME OFFICE) 3 ACRES OF GRASS MEADOWS AND AN ADDITIONAL CIRCA 0.5 OF AN ACRE OF PRIVATE LANDSCAPED FRONT SIDE AND REAR GARDENS, INCLUDING A COVERED ALFRESCO DINING AREA AND LARGE SUN TERRACE MAGNIFICENT MAIN SITTING ROOM RECEPTION ROOM WITH VAULTED BEAMED CEILING LARGE OPEN PLAN DINING HALL LUXURIOUS MODERN KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM SEPARATE UTILITY ROOM CLOAKROOM STUDY / POTENTIAL BEDROOM SIX INNER HALLS IMPRESSIVE LOUNGE GALLERIED AREA MAIN BEDROOM SUITE WITH LUXURY ENSUITE BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM & OPEN PLAN ENSUITE DRESSING ROOM LUXURY FAMILY BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM UNDER FLOOR HEATING DESCRIPTION: A very rare chance to buy an idyllically located and substantial sized detached circa 3,000 square foot 5 / 6 bedroom magnificent bespoke barn conversion, set down a very peaceful private lane, with the added benefit of possessing its own circa 3.5 acres of landscaped gardens, including a beautiful flat grass meadow, with fabulous far reaching rural views beyond. There is also lapsed planning permission to convert the detached double sized heritage style garage into a detached annex, as well as for a further heritage style detached gym building, which should be relatively easy to reinstate. Furthermore, there is also lapsed planning permission to build a stable complex in the 3 acres grass meadow. This splendid barn conversion also has a generous sized front gravelled driveway that can accommodate a number of vehicles, in addition to the garage also able to provide parking for a further two cars. Dating back to the 16th century, this most attractive and masterfully converted substantial sized barn, is perfect for a family and for relatives of varying ages, with its adaptable layout on two floors. Throughout the immaculately presented property are the most wonderous character features, including a host of exposed beams, vaulted ceilings and beautiful oak doors to every room. The main bedroom one suite has a luxurious bathroom / shower room, as well as an open plan adjoining dressing room. The large galleried landing also forms as a lounge area for the main suite, as well as having also a study area with wonderful far-reaching views. The kitchen / breakfast room adjoins the dining hall, with an inner hall leading to the separate utility room and formal study / bedroom six. Despite the property being full of an abundance of magnificent beams, all the ceiling heights are relatively high, if not vaulted. The accommodation also includes a downstairs cloakroom, a further ensuite to bedroom two and also a luxurious family bathroom / shower room. The feature large double aspect sitting room has the most fabulous vaulted ceiling, as well as a number of large oak pillars.From the main bedroom suite and some of the ground floor bedrooms, there are stunning far-reaching rural views.LOCATION: Situated near the end of a private rural lane away from any roads, this idyllically located luxury 5 / 6 bedroom substantial sized barn conversion sits within its own gardens and grounds that extend to circa 3.5 acres with far reaching rural views beyond.The villages of Vines Cross, Rushlake Green and Cowbeech are all within only a short drive away. Furthermore, the mainline stations of Polegate, Stonegate and Etchingham are also within convenient driving distance, making this property ideal for a London City commuter. The county towns of Heathfield and Hailsham are both within a short drive and provide quite comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities between them.Depending upon educational needs, there is a wide variety of reputable teaching institutions to choose from, including Mayfield School for Girls, Battle Abbey, Eastbourne College and Heathfield Community College to name but a few. As this property lends itself for having equestrian facilities to be easily added, especially due to its lapsed planning for stabling and possessing 3.5 acres, the fact that it is located near a number of excellent riding routes, makes this a perfect equine location for an equestrian enthusiast to enjoy. Further leisure pursuits are well catered for with numerous local golf courses and an abundance of sporting clubs and gyms to choose to frequent, as well as a never-ending choice of country walking and cycling routes to enjoy. ACCOMMODATION: This elegant and substantial sized detached and extremely attractive barn conversion has an extensive sized front gravelled driveway, from which there is a York stone styled paved pathway that leads to a large character wooden entrance door, which in turn, opens into one of the property's main entrance points. This particular entrance point being into the large open plan dining hall area. OPEN PLAN DINING HALL: Comprising of a handsome York Stone paved floor with underfloor heating, a feature cast iron wood burner, host of attractive character exposed beams to walls, further fabulous vaulted beamed ceiling, large oak framed double glazed full height windows with delightful aspect over the property's rear garden and sun terrace, further oak framed double glazed doors opening out onto the rear garden and sun terrace. Dining area with bespoke feature ceiling lights above, adjoining open plan feature kitchen / breakfast room.OPEN PLAN KITCHEN / BREAKFAST ROOM: Comprising of a wonderful luxurious and extensive range of modern Italian style cupboard and base units with integrated appliances, inset stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, integrated dishwasher, fitted wine chiller, fitted fridge and freezer, further space for an American fridge freezer, feature electric cooking range, stainless steel air purifier hood over, glass back plate, fitted oak display shelving, wide breakfast bar area adjoining the open plan dining room, wonderful oak vaulted ceiling, York stone paved floors with under floor heating, oak framed double glazed windows with beautiful aspect over the rear landscaped gardens. Inner hall with the continuation of the York stone paved floors leading off from the kitchen / breakfast room.INNER HALL: With underfloor heating, range of bespoke oak doors fronting storage cupboards, further oak door to downstairs cloakroom, doors also leading off to a study / potential bedroom 6.CLOAKROOM: Comprising of a W.C., also with washbasin, underfloor heating.UTILITY ROOM: With a bespoke oak door from the inner hall. Comprising of a stone floor with underfloor heating, matching range of modern Italian style base units with wooden worktops over, inset stainless steel sink unit with drainer and mixer tap, space for dryer, space for washing machine, fitted wooden shelving, double glazed oak framed windows with aspect to the rear garden, further double-glazed oak framed door to the rear garden.STUDY / POTENTIAL BEDROOM SIX: Approached via a bespoke oak door and also with the benefit of the continuation of the paved stone flooring with underfloor heating, with vaulted beamed ceiling, further vaulted storage area, fitted storage cupboards, fitted range of oak work areas, fitted shelving, double glazed oak framed windows with beautiful aspect over the rear gardens and also beyond to the property's grass meadow gardens / potential grazing land. Further double-glazed door with oak frame also leading out to the rear garden and sun terrace. MAGNIFICENT OPEN PLAN SITTING ROOM: Approached from the dining hall, as well as from double lazed oak doors leading in from the front and rear gardens, in addition to the ground floor and first floor bedroom adjoining bedroom accommodation wing.This fabulous double aspect and generously sized reception room also has the most wonderful vaulted beamed ceilings, further magnificent pillar support beams on brick plinths, host of similar character beams to walls, paved stone floor with underfloor heating, large feature open first floor gallery, oak archway leading to the rear ground floor hallway for the ground floor bedroom accommodation wing, further oak arch to side with staircase leading to the first-floor gallery.FIRST FLOOR GALLERY / LANDING: Comprising of wonderful further vaulted beamed ceiling, oak floors, heritage double glazed skylight window, study area, fitted twin bespoke storage cupboards, oak and glazed gallery front with fabulous view above to the large open plan main feature sitting room, further reinforced glass floor section looking to the ground floor accommodation hall, lounge area, oak door leading into the main bedroom one suite.MAIN BEDROOM ONE SUITE WITH DOUBLE BEDROOM, ENSUITE LUXURY BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM & DRESSING ROOM: Main double bedroom with a splendid vaulted beamed ceiling, incorporated heritage double glazed window with views to the rear garden and wonderful far reaching views beyond over the property's 3 acres of grazing meadows, further exposed oak beams to walls, carpeted floors, further feature internal oak slatted upper wall, opening to ensuite bathroom / shower room and adjoining open plan dressing room.ENSUITE LUXURY BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM: Comprising of attractive oak floors, oval bath with chrome mixer tap, W.C., sperate shower with heavy glazed front and side, tiled walls, chrome shower control system, bespoke oak fitted vanity base with wooden top, inset wash basin, chrome taps, fitted shelves, attractive exposed beams to walls, impressive beamed vaulted ceiling, chrome heated towel rail, extractor fan, double glazed window with aspect to garden.DRESSING ROOM: Also, being open plan with two double wardrobe cupboards with oak sliding doors, fitted shelving and impressive vaulted oak ceiling with incorporated heritage window, carpeted floor. GROUND FLOOR BEDROOM ACCOMMODATION: Approached from the magnificent vaulted sitting room via the rear ground floor hallway.GROUND FLOOR HALL: Comprising of oak floors, downlighting, oak door to storage cupboard, further oak doors leading off to bedrooms 2,3,4 & 5, as well as to the luxury family bathroom / shower room.BEDROOM TWO WITH ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM: A double sized bedroom with attractive exposed beams to walls, fitted wardrobe cupboards with oak sliding doors to front, double glazed oak framed window with aspect to the rear garden, door to ensuite luxury shower room. BEDROOM TWO ENSUITE LUXURY SHOWER ROOM: Comprising of a travertine tiled floor, heated towel rail under floor heating, W.C., pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap, attractive exposed beams to ceiling and walls, large heavy glazed shower cubicle with tiled walls chrome control system, double glazed oak framed window with aspect to garden.BEDROOM THREE: A double sized room with exposed beams to walls, further vaulted beamed ceiling, oak framed double glazed window with aspect over the garden. BEDROOM ROOM FOUR: A double sized room with oak beams to walls, fitted oak door fronted wardrobe cupboards, exposed beams to walls, downlighting, underfloor heating, double glazed windows with aspect to rear garden and views beyond.BEDROOM FIVE: A double sixed room with part vaulted ceiling, beamed walls, fitted wardrobe cupboards with oak fronted doors, under floor heating double glazed window with aspect to garden.LUXURY FAMILY BATHROOM / SHOWER ROOM: Comprising of a large oval bath with chrome mixer tap, half tiled walls, beamed walls, down lighting, travertine tiled floor, pedestal wash basin with chrome mixer tap. Chrome heated towel rail, heavy glazed separate shower with tiled walls, chrome shower controls, down lighting, double glazed window. OUTSIDE: This most impressive and substantial sized magnificent barn conversion has the benefit of a detached heritage style double sized garage with a further attached workshop wand large storage void room above. PLEASE NOTE: This building has lapsed planning to be converted into a detached annex. Furthermore, there is also lapsed planning for a separate gym / home office building, both of which could quite possibly be re-instated. The grass meadow area extends to circa 3 acres, with the attractive landscaped gardens encircling the barn residence approaching circa 0.5 of an acre. The grass meadow although attached to the main garden, can also be accessed by a horse box and horse via a side gate further down the private lane. PLEASE NOTE: There was also historical planning for stables to be located in the grass meadow area. Agents Note: Although The Hay Barn is not listed it does lie within the curtilage of the Grade II listed Beestons.EPC: CCOUNCIL TAX BAND: G For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_vines-cross-d564200/for-sale_i70087609
Newlands Farm offers substantial and well-proportioned accommodation with a wealth of character including exposed beams, Crittall windows and original oak flooring.The front door opens into a large and welcoming entrance with oak flooring; providing access to all the principal living areas. The drawing room or 'snug' is located to the front of the property with original oak flooring, exposed beams and a wood burner. The double aspect lounge is a fabulous space for the family with high ceilings, exposed beams and working feature fireplace set against exposed brick work; large windows offer views overlooking the front. The open plan kitchen/dining room is considered the hub of the house offering far reaching views overlooking the countryside. The kitchen offers large island and seating areas, with fitted base units, separate pantry area and fully integrated appliances with electric Aga; French doors lead out to the beautiful wrap around terrace and garden. The dining room is a wonderful space with oak flooring and double doors lead out to an additional terrace area and garden. To the left of the kitchen, steps lead down to a convenient cloak room and separate utility room with an additional access point to the garden. On the first floor, there are five generous sized bedrooms and a well-appointed family bathroom with bath and shower. The large principal bedroom enjoys an attractive outlook with balcony offering outstanding country views and a luxurious ensuite with walk in shower and ample integrated storage space. The property is approached via a gated private driveway with parking for multiple cars; a multitude of trees borders the property with a lawned area and a large double garage/work shop with electric shutters and CCTV. The property also boasts a tractor shed and additional outbuildings. The fabulous garden is a wonderful feature of this property and is cleverly divided into various sections to make great use of both space and stunning countryside views, including various terrace areas ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining, swimming pool with paved surrounding and additional landscaped garden. The garden itself is mainly laid to lawn with a multitude of mature trees and leads onto the fields and woodland. In all the property extends to about 2.11 acresPlanning Permission exists for a side extension replacing the plant room and adding a shower room and utility room. Creation of a new garage with work-from-home/gym. Creation of a new agricultural barn. Further details available at: - Quote reference: WD/2023/0689/F.The property is located on the outskirts of the pretty and historic village of Mayfield which provides a good range of local shops catering for everyday needs including bakery, post office, pharmacy and pubs. The larger town of Tunbridge Wells provides an extensive range of shopping and commercial facilities including The Pantiles and Old High Street. There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area including Mayfield CE Primary, Mayfield School (private girls school) as well as the various Grammar schools for boys and girls in Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge. Leisure activities in the area including Mayfield village cricket, football and tennis clubs. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_mayfield-d526268/for-sale_i70244191
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
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
Courtlands Gate is an extremely stylish and beautifully presented five bedroom house. This contemporary, newly built family home has been finished to exacting detail. This superb property commands a fantastic position in an 'Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty' on the edge of Ashdown Forest, with superb far-reaching views to Ditchling and Firle Beacon on the horizon. There are three/four reception rooms (including the annexe), five bedrooms (including the annexe), five bathrooms (three en-suite).Courtlands Gate is in the heart of The Ashdown Forest, famous for beautiful walks, Winnie the Pooh and numerous excellent local pubs serving fantastic food and the local's favourite Harvey's Bitter, produced a few miles down the road in the Historic town of Lewes.Locally:Courtlands Gate sits between East Grinstead & Uckfield for mainline services to London Victoria & London Bridge. Gatwick Airport is approximately a 30 minutes drive (18miles). The village of Forest Row is ashort Drive away as is Maresfield which hosts the newly opened Marks & Spencer Food Hall. Uckfield (5.1 miles) offers Waitrose & Tesco's. East Grinstead (9.3 miles) offers Waitrose and numerous High Street Banks and a charming old town with coffee shops and bistros.Schools:The local area has a number of excellent prep schools, Cumnor House School in Dane Hill, Brambletye & Great Walstead which feeds into the equally accessible Public schools - Brighton College, Ardingly College, Eastbourne College, Hurst, Worth Abbey.The AnnexeReception room, bedroom, shower room. Outbuildings: Large workshop and garage.Planning granted for additional triple garage WD/2024/0508/FOutside:Garden, terrace, kitchen, garden, wildlife meadow and pond Approximately 1.2 acres in total.EPC rating ARemainder of 10 year Build Zone warranty.FreeholdEPC Rating: A For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_nutley-d532895/for-sale_i71626752
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
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
A unique L shaped converted barn, believed to date back to the 1950's with later additions, offering substantial family accommodation with the benefit of an attached annexe as well as a detached two bed cottage and further outbuildings. The property is available as a whole or in two lots.The main barn has numerous large windows taking advantage of the stunning views over the property's own land and countryside beyond. Two of the bedrooms have en suite facilities and the fabulous principal bedroom also benefits from two dressing areas and stunning views over the property's land and countryside beyond.The sitting room has a high ceiling with exposed beams and a wood burner. The fantastic open plan kitchen/dining/living room is a particular feature and creates a perfect entertaining space with sliding doors opening onto the sun terrace to the rear. Stairs lead up to an attractive mezzanine area, currently used as a study/home office, overlooking the room below. At the opposite end to the kitchen there is a sitting/family area with a wood burner in the corner. This leads on to the dining area and well-appointed kitchen with fitted wall and base units, central island with breakfast bar and window overlooking the side courtyard. There is also a useful, large walk-in larder and a door leading through to the utility/boot room, courtyard and plant room.The AnnexeAccessed from the courtyard to the rear of The Barn there is an attached unconverted barn which provides three open parking bays as well as an annexe. On the ground floor there are two reception rooms currently being used as an art room and a music room. On the first floor there are two bedrooms, a bathroom and a double aspect sitting room with fine views over the surrounding countryside.The CottageAdjacent to the main barn there is an attractive detached cottage, believed to date back to the 1900's, which provides, on the ground floor, a cloakroom and open plan kitchen/sitting/dining room with an attractive bay window to the side. On the first floor there are two bedrooms as well as a spacious bathroom with bay window to the side. The generous landing also provides a useful library/study area. Outside, there is a paved terrace and private lawned garden. Steps lead down to a lower level of garden with a pond feature. The Cottage also benefits from itsown separate driveway entrance and parking space.Home Office and GymAdjacent to the main barn there is a detached double aspect building with bi-fold doors opening up to a terrace at the front. The internal accommodation currently provides a home office/studio, gym and a shower room with w.c.The LandThe property is approached via a gated entrance leading to parking areas and triple open bay garage/unconverted barn. To the rear of the main barn there is a large sun terrace, with artificial grass, enjoying wonderful views over the property's own land and surrounding countryside. There is also an area of hard standing with two detached stable buildings providing four stables/feed room. There is a fenced 60m x 20m manege (sand and rubber granule surface) and a gate leading to the land which is made up of various fields/paddocks, a small amount of woodland and a pond. There are two field shelters providing five further stables. There is also a substantial allotment area with a large greenhouse. In all about 8.63 acres.Planning Permission exists to convert the unconverted barn into a building which mirrors the main barn in appearance. This permission includes the option to install a floor above the car port area to create a large cinema/games room. Planning Permission also exists for the main barn to create a glass walled bathroom/dressing area underneath the principal bedroom (in the space created by the cantilever) as well as to create an underground gym below the new bathroom/dressing area. Further details available at: Reference: WD/2022/1787/FMayfield village 1.8 miles, Wadhurst village 3.5 miles, Wadhurst station 3.75 miles (London Bridge from 53 minutes), Rotherfield 4.9 miles, Frant station 6 miles (London Bridge from 51 minutes), Crowborough station 6.3 miles (London Bridge from 69 minutes), Tunbridge Wells 9 miles (London Bridge from 44 minutes), Brighton 28 miles, Gatwick airport 29 miles, London 52 miles. (All times and distances approximate)The property is located in a beautiful position within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, in the small hamlet of Rushers Cross between the sought after villages of Mayfield and Wadhurst. The pretty and historic 16th Century Sussex village of Mayfield provides a good range of local shops catering for everyday needs including delicatessen, bakery, fine wine merchants, pharmacy, post office and pubs. Wadhurst has recently been named the 'Best Place to Live in the UK 2023' by the Sunday Times and is well served with shops and amenities for everyday needs. The larger centre of Tunbridge Wells is approximately 9 miles to the north and provides an extensive range of shopping, commercial, recreational and educational facilities. Train services are available from Wadhurst, which offers a regular service to London, as well as 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 (Five Ashes), Holmewood House (Langton Green), The Skinners School (Tunbridge Wells), Tonbridge School, The Schools at Somerhill (Tonbridge), Judd (Tonbridge), Benenden School (girls), Dulwich Preparatory (Cranbrook), Vinehall Preparatory (Robertsbridge), Bede's (Upper Dicker), and Eastbourne College.Leisure activities in the area include Mayfield village cricket, football and tennis clubs; golf at Dale Hill (Ticehurst), The Nevill (Tunbridge Wells), Dewlands Manor (Rotherfield), Crowborough (Beacon), The 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_i71408493
In a wonderful location between the villages of Mayfield, Five Ashes and Rotherfield, a handsome, detached country house in the Sussex style, surrounded by lovely landscaped gardens of just under 0.6 acres and with further, separate glorious park-like grounds of approximately 14 acres. With origins dating back to the seventeenth century with later additions and Listed Grade II, the house is set back from the lane in a slightly elevated position, thereby enjoying some wonderful views over its own land and beyond. Exterior elevations are typical of the period with red brick and tile hanging at first floor level, under a pitched, peg-tiled roof and leaded light casement windows. Careful to ensure the warmth and character of the original features have been preserved, the present owners have carried out a sympathetic restoration of the internal accommodation, embracing and enhancing whilst at the same time upgrading the infrastructure and carrying out a seamless extension. The characterful accommodation extends to over 3,800 square feet and is laid out over two floors. Many wonderful period details are still in evidence including exposed oak beams, timber latch doors and a variety of fireplaces some with wood burning stoves, all of which sit alongside the refinement of the recent renovations where new oak or flagstone floors were laid in some areas, a Lutron lighting system and fibre optic broadband connected. Ceiling heights are generous throughout and room sizes well proportioned, whilst the windows and French doors provide for an abundance of natural light as well as affording views over the gardens and beyond. Arranged off a wide and welcoming reception hall, which has a handsome oak staircase, there are two, elegant reception rooms each with handsome fireplaces. An inner flagstone hall leads to less formal, family living areas and supporting domestic offices, including the fine farmhouse style kitchen where there is flagstone flooring, hand painted cabinetry, granitOutsideThe property is approached via a gravel drive, leading to a parking area then on to further parking and turning space providing off road parking for a number of vehicles. The gardens are beautifully landscaped and perfectly complement the age and style of the house. Stone terracing, ideal for outdoor entertaining and for taking in the incredible outlook, adjoins the house and leads on to well-kept lawns, which are peppered with colourful shrubs and trees. Herbaceous borders burst with colour and are stocked with a wide variety of perennials providing seasonal colour. There is further terracing alongside a former dovecote and within a part walled garden with scrambling fragrant roses, the swimming pool and its terrace have commanding, far-reaching views. A detached, small Oast forms the poolroom and overflow guest accommodation with a shower/changing room and first floor bedroom with balcony from which the views are uninterrupted. There is also a fine covered terrace with heating, which is ideal for outdoor entertaining. Approached from the lane, the park-like grounds extend to over 14 acres and are a stunning addition. A vast array of azaleas, rhododendrons, camellias and magnolia and interspersed amongst magnificent, mature trees and a bluebell wood. The paddocks have a field shelter and there is a productive kitchen garden with orchard. Outbuildings include timber workshops, stores, a greenhouse and stabling.SituationThe house is very well located off a quiet country lane between the villages of Mayfield, Five Ashes and Rotherfield with easy access to footpaths for walks into the countryside. The 16th Century beauty of Mayfield High Street includes a charming mix of small, local shops, cafes, a post office and the renowned Middle House hotel and restaurant. The Royal Spa town of Tunbridge Wells is about 9.5 miles (The Pantiles) and is a vibrant and thriving community with a large selection of stores, boutiques and specialist shops as well as a wide selection of bars, restaurants and cafes, theatres, arts and sports centres. Trains are available from Wadhurst (8.8 miles), Frant (9 miles) and Tunbridge Wells providing fast and regular services to London Charing Cross, London Bridge and Cannon Street, as well as from Crowborough (5.6 miles) serving London Victoria. The area provides an excellent selection of both state and private schools including Mayfield School for Girls, local primaries and prep schools.Additional InformationTenure: FreeholdServices: Mains water and electricity; Oil fired CH/HW; LPG for cooking; Private drainage system. Local Authority: Wealden District Council. Council Tax Band H For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_mayfield-d526268/for-sale_i71604502
Holford Manor lies in beautiful rural location, at the end of a long shared private lane, and is approached over Chailey Common Nature Reserve. Understood to have origins dating from the late 17th century with later additions, the property has been totally refurbished to an exacting standard offering stylish living for family life and entertaining, surrounded by majestic views of the gardens and Sussex countryside. The house is mainly made of brick, sandstone and colour washed lower elevations, with principally tile hung upper elevations, under a mainly pitched clay tiled roof. The house has a welcoming entrance hall with central staircase leading to the first floor. There is a gorgeous newly fitted and reconfigured kitchen, with fitted units, breakfast island and formal dining area. The current owners have opened up this space with views through large floor to ceiling glass windows and doors, offering spectacular views of the grounds beyond. There is a large office with bespoke fitted bookshelves and cupboards and a utility room off the kitchen, and a downstairs cloakroom off the hall. On the other side of the hall is a delightful snug/tv room and off this room is an elegant, panelled double-aspect formal drawing room, with an open fireplace and doors leading through to the garden. The well-arranged ground floor accommodation is complemented on the first floor by a large principal suite, a major feature of the property, comprising a generous bedroom, bathroom and large, bespoke, handmade, fitted oak dressing room with central island and dressing table. On the other side of the hall are two beautifully appointed double bedrooms with ensuite shower rooms and on the second floor is a lovely guest bedroom suite with a large bedroom/sitting area and stylish ensuite bathroom with claw freestanding bath.Holford Manor is approached via large electric oak gates, from which the property's private entrance drive leads past the large four bay garaging and picturesque pond to a wide parking area adjacent to the house. From the parking area, a brick paved path leads through the garden to the rear of the house. Immediately to the front of the house is a wide York stone terrace with steps leading down to an ornamental pond. The gardens at Holford Manor surround the property and provide a superb setting for this lovely family home, having been beautifully landscaped by the current owners, offering formal and informal areas, including a stunning paved ornamental pond with water fountain and rose garden, magnificent trees, clipped hedging, herbaceous and perennial borders, a kitchen garden for vegetables and flowers and paved terraces.To the northwest of the main house, encircled by hedging and gardens, is a delightful two-bedroom cottage, with kitchen and bathroom and a private rear garden, ideal for guests or ancillary accommodation. Beyond the cottage to the west lies a newly refurbished and built indoor swimming pool complex with shower/changing room and seating area and an all-weather tennis court.Holford Manor is located in the quiet and beautiful countryside to the north of the South Downs near North Chailey and just 3 minutes' drive away from the lovely village of Newick with a baker, butcher, post office, great pubs and a coffee shop.The old market town of Haywards Heath lies some 8 miles to the northwest and provides an extensive range of shopping and recreational facilities, together with an excellent train service to Victoria/London Bridge in circa 42 minutes.The historic county town of Lewes is about 7 miles, with Gatwick Airport being some 22 miles to the northwest. The South Coast and the city of Brighton & Hove is about 14 miles, whilst the A23 lies to the west of Haywards Heath providing fast access to the M23/M25.There is an excellent selection of established preparatory and public schools in the area. These include Great Walstead, Cumnor House, Brambletye, Hurstpierpoint College, Ardingly, Burgess Hill School for Girls, Lewes Old Grammar School, Roedean, Benenden and Brighton College.The stunning surrounding countryside provides a vast range of sporting and recreational activities. Plumpton Racecourse, Glyndebourne, Goodwood, Ardingly showground, the South Coast and Brighton are all within easy reach.The local footpaths provide a vast network of stunning walks many leading towards the beautiful South Downs National Park. There are numerous excellent Golf courses nearby including Mid Sussex, Piltdown, Royal Ashdown and the East Sussex National courses, as well as reservoirs for water sports. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_north-chailey-d535149/for-sale_i71312321
Surrounded by lovely countryside and set off a quiet lane towards the edge of the sought-after village of Mayfield, a fine and handsome, unlisted detached country house of elegant proportion. With origins dating to the sixteenth century together with a fine Georgian addition to the front, the house has the grace of the neo classical period, together with the warmth of the earlier architectural style. The charming blend of the two eras has resulted in characterful accommodation extending to in excess of 3,970 square feet, plus a cellar, which is laid out over three floors. Exteriors to the rear are typical of the late medieval period and are of mellow brick with multi pane windows and tile hanging under a peg-tiled roof, whilst the front portion is early nineteenth century with Georgian symmetrical, painted render, under a slate-tiled roofline and sash windows. Internally, again the two distinctive styles marry together beautifully with exposed oak beams and flagstone floors sitting alongside the refinement of the later addition. Ceiling heights are generous throughout and room sizes well proportioned, while the windows provide for an abundance of natural light as well as affording views over the grounds and farther afield. The two formal reception rooms each have fireplaces, one marble and one with ornately carved timber. Elsewhere are two informal receptions rooms the sitting room where the ceiling beams are painted and there is a brick fireplace with wood burning stove and the large family room, which has oak flooring and a series of shelving. The farmhouse style kitchen/breakfast room has tiled flooring and is fitted with a range of cabinetry, granite work surfaces and a gas Aga. The six bedrooms are laid out over the upper two levels with the principal suite having the benefit of an en-suite bathroom. A family bathroom and two shower rooms service the remaining five bedrooms.OutsideThe property is set back from the lane and approached via a gravelled driveway, sweeping up to and beyond the house to a parking and turning area in front of Coach House, which is at present used as a workshop/storage and has a Studio. The gardens and grounds are a fabulous feature of the property. There are terraces with connecting brick paths, colourful herbaceous borders and swathes of well-tended lawn. Elsewhere are sculptural shrubs, small and magnificent tall trees, a kitchen garden, orchard and a tennis court. The heated swimming pool is positioned perfectly to catch the sun and capture the views and has a handsome Summer House Pavilion alongside, ideal for outdoor entertaining. The paddocks are well cared for and the charming woodland is suffused with spring flowers such as bluebells and orchids.SituationAndredsbourne is located on a country lane just over half mile from Mayfield Village. Mayfield is a conservation area and one of the most sought after villages in the area due to its active local community, character property, eclectic array of local shops, quaint public houses and cafes along with the renowned Middle House hotel and restaurant. The ever-popular Royal Spa town of Tunbridge Wells is eight and a half miles (to The Pantiles) and has superb facilities from theatres, hotels and nationally known departments stores, to historic sites and artisan shops. For commuters there are fast, direct train services to the City of London and the West End from Wadhurst Station is about five miles away, whilst the A21 trunk road can be accessed at Lamberhurst (just over eight miles away) connecting with the national motorway network via the M25. The area is renowned for walking, sailing on the famous Bewl Water Reservoir and equestrian facilities. Nearby golf courses include Dale Hill and Lamberhurst. There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area at primary and secondary levels, in both the state and private sectors including primary schools in Mayfield, Lamberhurst and Wadhurst, Sacred Heart at Wadhurst, Marlborough House and St Ronan's prep schools in Hawkhurst. Senior schools include Mayfield School for Girls, Uplands Community College in Wadhurst, Benenden and Bede's in Lower Dicker.Additional InformationTenure: Freehold Services: Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage; oil fired central heating. Local Authority: Wealden District Council. Council Tax Band H For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_mayfield-d526268/for-sale_i71157639
A delightful and characterful family home, together with a separate cottage and extensive outbuildings, enjoying a stunning position, just 6.7 miles south of Tunbridge Wells. DescriptionNestled in a wonderful semi-rural position off Lake Street, on the fringe of the popular village of Mayfield, the property enjoys a far-reaching view to the east, with the extensive garden merging seamlessly with the farmland to create a feeling of space and tranquility.Believed to have been two 18th century cottages, Harlings Farm was reconstructed in the 1930s by a local builder who worked on several properties in Lake Street. Now, it is a most attractive comfortable and light filled family home with a wealth of period features, good ceiling heights, contemporary fixtures and fittings, and attractive bespoke joinery.The ground floor accommodation in the main house comprises a large timbered drawing room, kitchen, dining room and a small TV 'snug', with views over the gardens and pond. The former features an impressive wide inglenook fireplace with a beehive brick canopy.On the first floor there is a delightful galleried landing and five comfortable bedrooms, a smaller bedroom/dressing room, a family bathroom and a spacious walk-in shower room. In 2002, the owners added a third floor extension that features an attractive office/study with view over the valley to the north east. The study has direct access to the main loft which offers spacious storage for files.The impressive package on offer at Harlings Farm is completed with extensive outbuildings, heated swimming pool and an all-weather tennis court that lie to the north west side of the house. The outbuildings comprise of a pool house with a cloakroom, a large detached weatherboarded games barn, with a secondary gate to Lake Street. There are two former stables used for garden machinery and a pump room for the pool. The pool terrace provides an uninterrupted view over the Harlings farmland to the east and is enclosed by a bespoke glazed balustrade.The bespoke hand made kitchen/breakfast room complete with Aga has an attractive cherry wood floor which links through to the dinning room. This has a lovely outlook with doors onto the south facing terrace, connecting through a garden wall to the front patio of Harlings Cottage.The swimming pool, together with the pool room, and party barn were built or restored by the current owners in the mid-80s. The pool measures 10 x 5 meters and is heated by a Calorex heat pump. The barn is 8.8 x 4.7 meters and is suitable for full size table tennis and a variety of exercise machines.The Cottage provides excellent additional living accommodation for family members, or tenants. It was renovated and extended in 1978 and was home to the current owner's parents for twenty five years until 2003. It is now tenanted on short-term assured tenancies. It is separately registered on the Land Registry.The cottage's internal space is 128 sq meters comprising: Three bedrooms plus a bathroom upstairs and two reception rooms plus cloakroom and utility room downstairs. The outside is laid to lawn with a single garage and private drive onto Lake Street in all approximately 50 x 30 meters. It has shared oil and sewerage facilities. A new Marsh sewerage system has been installed in January 2024.The owners have had discussions with Wealden District Council to demolish the existing garage an to erect a four bay, two doored, two story oak frame building in its place. There is a Pre Application Reference on file.Harlings Farm lies in a highly sought after convenient location, being within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the northern side of Lake Street, a delightful semi-rural country lane, with many quality properties between Mayfield and Mark Cross.The farmland is laid to grass and slopes gently away from the house to the east. On the north west there is a block of woodland of approximately 4 acres growing mainly Spruce, and Ash with some impressive Oaks lining the north west boundary of the property.Near the house there is a large flat lawn which the owners have used many times for entertaining and family weddings. Capable of accommodating a large marquee.A public footpath runs from a stile accessed from Lake Street heading down the easterly side of the field to the valley below as marked by a purple line on the boundary plan. This was officially moved from its original line north of the house.The glorious situation, enjoyed by Harlings Farm, is the main feature being privately set and positioned for enjoyment of the extensive view over its farmland and beyond to the north.The pond is a former 'hammer' pond, of which there are many in the area, dating back to the iron industry when it would have served a forge. This now provides an idyllic natural environment for wildlife, being surrounded by many mature oaks.There is a further block of woodland, comprising mostly coniferous planting, flanking the westerly boundary of the field, with its own separate access to Lake Street.It is hard to imagine that you are approximately 6.7 miles from Tunbridge Wells and approx. 45 miles from London whilst sitting by the pool with this lovely outlook.LocationHarlings lies in a highly sought-after convenient location, being within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the northern side of Lake Street, a delightful semi-rural country lane, with many quality properties between Mayfield and Mark Cross. The historic village of Mayfield is reached in approximately 2.2 miles offering a thriving local community centered around the historic 12th century St Dunstans church. This includes a convenience store, post office, doctors and dentist surgeries, delicatessen, bakery, butcher, tennis and cricket clubs, the very popular Middle House pub, cafes, and individual boutiques.Tunbridge Wells is approximately 6.9 miles to the north, providing high street and out of town retailers, two theatres, extensive sports and recreational opportunities. Crowborough (approximately 6.7 miles) also has supermarkets including Waitrose. Leisure options include water sports at Bewl Water, cycling and horse riding trials at Bedgebury, golf at Royal Ashdown Golf Club (Forest Row), East Sussex National (Uckfield) and Dale Hill (Ticehurst), together with many public footpaths for walking.Mainline rail: Wadhurst (approximately 5 miles), and Tunbridge Wells (approximately 6.9 miles) with trains to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) and Cannon Street (Tunbridge Wells to Cannon Street) or Crowborough (at Jarvis Brook, approximately 4.9 miles), has services to London Bridge with journey times from just over an hour.State and private schools: Mayfield village has its own primary school and the independent Mayfield School for girls at secondary level. Preparatories in the area include Holmewood House, Skippers Hill, St Ronan's and Marlborough House and Vinehall. At secondary level, there are Academies in Wadhurst and Crowborough and Heathfield Cottage. Other independent options include Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Upper Dicker (Beades), Brighton and Eastbourne. The grammar schools in Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge offer limited entry determined by performance in the 11-plus exam.Communications: The M25 is accessed at junction 5 via the A21 which runs to the north, links to London, the south coast and the motorway network, and thereby to Gatwick and Heathrow airports and the motorway network, and thereby to Gatwick and Heathrow airports and the Channel Tunnel terminus.Square Footage: 3,553 sq ft Acreage: 21.6 AcresDirectionsTN6 3NT: From Tunbridge Wells head south out of the town on Nevill Street/Frant Road(A267). Continue through the villages of Frant and Mark Cross, after which Lake Street is the next turning on the left. Remain on this road and the gate for Harlings will be found a little further up on the left-hand side, before you reach the right-hand turning to Little Trodgers. Additional InfoServices: Oil-fired central heating, mains electricity and private drainage. Outgoings: Wealden District Council. Harlings Tax Band H, Harlings Cottage Tax Band F.Agent's Note: The land plan is for guidance only and not to be used as Land Registry compliant. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_mark-cross-d572411/for-sale_i69520270
Horncastle Place is a striking and immaculately presented period residence offering over 6,500 sq. ft of versatile and elegant accommodation with ornate original features arranged over two floors. The grand 20 ft. central reception hall flows into a foyer with turned stairway and branches off onto the spacious ground floor living spaces. Double doors open to an elegant drawing room with its pair of French doors to the charming terrace, alongside which is a fine formal dining room with beautiful fireplace. There is a snug off the kitchen, opening to the courtyard and leads through to the boot room/utility room and a cloakroom. A peaceful office with bespoke fitted furniture, a study and a dedicated dualaspect gymnasium are to the far end of the hallway which could provide annexe facilities if required. The large open-plan kitchen and living space is ideal for entertaining. A trio of French doors flow naturally to the grounds. The kitchen comprises an array of luxury cabinetry and appliances, along with an island with inset sink, an Everhot range and pantry. The main staircase rises to a feature landing providing access to the bedrooms and bathrooms. The stunning principal suite with a dressing room and a luxury en suite bathroom enjoying spectacular views over the property's beautiful gardens, fields and woodland, on to The South Downs. There is a family bathroom, shower room and four further light-filled and well-proportioned bedrooms, one of which features an en suite bathroom. On the North wing is a separate guest suite with living room, shower, dressing room and bedroom.Deerkeepers CottageA charming detached, contemporary cottage with an open plan living area, luxurious bathrooms and two double bedrooms, beautifully presented and decorated in Farrow and Ball colours. The hand-made kitchen has granite worktops and there are two modern bathrooms with vanity cupboards. The comfy sitting area has a wood-burning stove and there is underfloor heating throughout. The entrance door leads into a coat lobby before arriving into the open plan kitchen with a Bosch electric oven, induction hob, microwave/ oven, fridge, separate freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. The sitting/dining area features the pretty wood burning stove, and the master bedroom (situated on the ground floor) has fitted wardrobe and leads to a modern en suite bathroom with a large shower bath, vanity cupboard and w.c. The second bedroom (first floor) has twin beds and is open plan to its private staircase and lobby with an en suite wet room situated on the ground floor. Outside, the cottage enjoys a private terrace and landscape gardens.Woodpeckers CottageA second detached contemporary holiday cottage again finished to an exacting standard with a spacious, light, open plan living area, luxurious bathroom and a beautiful bedroom. The quality of finish continues with decorations in Farrow and Ball colours and granite worktops to the well-fitted kitchen. There is a cosy sitting room and central heating throughout. The entrance door leads from a porch into an open plan, triple aspect sitting/dining room featuring a contemporary wood burning stove and leading through to the kitchen area. The fully equipped, open plan kitchen is well fitted with integrated Neff electric oven, induction hob, fridge and dishwasher, plus the utility cupboard with plumbing for washer/dryer. The double bedroom has twin built in double wardrobes and an en-suite bathroom with a walk in shower having two-shower head options, large double-ended bath and plenty of storage within the hand made vanity unit, and a heated towel rail. Outside, Woodpeckers Cottage has a brick paved patio area with well stocked and mature plants plus an established hedgerow providing seclusion. Agents Note: Both cottages are currently run as a very successful holiday let business but equally make excellent additions to the main accommodation.The property sits in a sizeable plot of 13.50 acres surrounded by glorious Sussex countryside and mature tree lines. It is approached via bespoke electric double gates opening to an extensive gravelled driveway and the stunning archway leading to the front courtyard. The driveway peels off to the right leading down to the two detached cottages and the oak car barn and garage. The beautifully appointed detached cottages enjoy their own gardens and terraces. Beside the home is a pretty, brick-laid courtyard and various sun terraces with charming borders and trees, a beautiful water garden, fine landscaped formal grounds and gardens featuring a plethora of considered and vibrant herbaceous planting. Further features include a tennis court and substantial level lawns with stocked beds, a workshop, barn and attached stables, paddocks, pastureland and a manege.Equestrian FacilitiesThe excellent equestrian facilities are conveniently located to the lower end of the gardens, yet below the horizon view from the main house. There are timber stables under a corrugated roof consisting of 4 loose boxes, a tack room and barn, plus a central concrete yard. There is electric light and power plus mains water supply. Adjacent to the stables is the well drained, floodlit 60m x 20m Charles Britton manege topped with rubber and sand. There is 4.16 acres of post and rail fenced grazing paddocks and there is a second access driveway with secure electric gate which will allow access for horse boxes, machinery etc. There is access to bridleways leading to the 2,396 hectares of Ashdown Forest to enjoy.The property is situated on the periphery of thescenic Ashdown Forest between Forest Row and Sharpthorne in the High Weald AONB, with its local shop and cafe. Nearby West Hoathly has a primary school, sports clubs, public houses and a hotel with Michelin-starred restaurant. Thriving East Grinstead offers a comprehensive range of further shops, recreational and educational amenities, along with a mainline train station in addition to Three Bridges station linking to London, and easy access to the A23 and M23 for convenient road connections further afield. There are highly renowned schools in the area both state and private including West Hoathly CEP school, Michael Hall (Rudolph Steiner), Oathall Community College, Warden Park and Haywards Heath College. The local Prep schools Great Walstead, Cumnor House, Ardingly Prep and Brambletye are superb, as are Ardingly College, Worth Abbey, Hurstpierpoint College, Brighton College and Burgess Hill Girls. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_sharpthorne-d561309/for-sale_i70607508
Holford Manor lies in beautiful rural location, at the end of a long shared private lane, and is approached over Chailey Common Nature Reserve. Understood to have origins dating from the late 17th century with later additions, the property has been totally refurbished to an exacting standard offering stylish living for family life and entertaining, surrounded by majestic views of the gardens and Sussex countryside. The house is mainly made of brick, sandstone and colour washed lower elevations, with principally tile hung upper elevations, under a mainly pitched clay tiled roof. The house has a welcoming entrance hall with central staircase leading to the first floor. There is a gorgeous newly fitted and reconfigured kitchen, with fitted units, breakfast island and formal dining area. The current owners have opened up this space with views through large floor to ceiling glass windows and doors, offering spectacular views of the grounds beyond. There is a large office with bespoke fitted bookshelves and cupboards and a utility room off the kitchen, and a downstairs cloakroom off the hall. On the other side of the hall is a delightful snug/tv room and off this room is an elegant, panelled double-aspect formal drawing room, with an open fireplace and doors leading through to the garden. The well-arranged ground floor accommodation is complemented on the first floor by a large principal suite, a major feature of the property, comprising a generous bedroom, bathroom and large, bespoke, handmade, fitted oak dressing room with central island and dressing table. On the other side of the hall are two beautifully appointed double bedrooms with ensuite shower rooms and on the second floor is a lovely guest bedroom suite with a large bedroom/sitting area and stylish ensuite bathroom with claw freestanding bath.The property offers an incredible opportunity to purchase a beautiful family home, in total seclusion and privacy surrounded by its own grounds and fields, a piece of Sussex heaven.Holford Manor is approached via large electric oak gates, from which the property's private entrance drive leads past the large four bay garaging and picturesque pond to a wide parking area adjacent to the house. From the parking area, a brick paved path leads through the garden to the rear of the house. Immediately to the front of the house is a wide York stone terrace with steps leading down to an ornamental pond. The gardens at Holford Manor surround the property and provide a superb setting for this lovely family home, having been beautifully landscaped by the current owners, offering formal and informal areas, including a stunning paved ornamental pond with water fountain and rose garden, magnificent trees, clipped hedging, herbaceous and perennial borders, a kitchen garden for vegetables and flowers, paved terraces, arboretums, and wide sweeping views across the surrounding fields.To the northwest of the main house, encircled by hedging and gardens, is a delightful two-bedroom cottage, with kitchen and bathroom and a private rear garden, ideal for guests or ancillary accommodation. Beyond the cottage to the west lies a newly refurbished and built indoor swimming pool complex with shower/changing room and seating area and an all-weather tennis court.There is a large array of outbuildings and stores, including polytunnels, greenhouses, sheds, stables, workshop and tractor stores. The gardens and grounds provide a superb setting for this beautiful period house, which is NOT listed and affords some wonderful views over the surrounding countryside, sitting on its own land of circa 50 Acres.Holford Manor is located in the quiet and beautiful countryside to the north of the South Downs near North Chailey and just 3 minutes' drive away from the lovely village of Newick with a baker, butcher, post office, great pubs and a coffee shop.The old market town of Haywards Heath lies some 8 miles to the northwest and provides an extensive range of shopping and recreational facilities, together with an excellent train service to Victoria/London Bridge in circa 42 minutes.The historic county town of Lewes is about 7 miles, with Gatwick Airport being some 22 miles to the northwest. The South Coast and the city of Brighton & Hove is about 14 miles, whilst the A23 lies to the west of Haywards Heath providing fast access to the M23/M25.There is an excellent selection of established preparatory and public schools in the area. These include Great Walstead, Cumnor House, Brambletye, Hurstpierpoint College, Ardingly, Burgess Hill School for Girls, Lewes Old Grammar School, Roedean, Benenden and Brighton College.The stunning surrounding countryside provides a vast range of sporting and recreational activities. Plumpton Racecourse, Glyndebourne, Goodwood, Ardingly showground, the South Coast and Brighton are all within easy reach.The local footpaths provide a vast network of stunning walks many leading towards the beautiful South Downs National Park. There are numerous excellent Golf courses nearby including Mid Sussex, Piltdown, Royal Ashdown and the East Sussex National courses, as well as reservoirs for water sports. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_north-chailey-d535149/for-sale_i68542920
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