A charming Grade II listed farmhouse dating to circa 17th Century in an idyllic country lane location with stunning views and many character features including beamed ceilings and walls and Inglenook fireplace. Set in grounds of approximately 4.7 acres with formal gardens, heated pool and paddocks. Substantial outbuildings comprise stables/workshop/games room/kitchen & shower room and triple bay cart barn. Viewing essential to appreciate all this stunning home has to offer. NO ONWARD CHAIN.
This charming Grade II listed period farmhouse dates we believe to the early 17th Century and is approached via an impressive gated driveway. Situated in an idyllic country lane, the property enjoys stunning views and grounds extending to approximately 4.7 acres incorporating well maintained formal gardens and two paddocks. There are substantial outbuildings comprising stabling/workshop/games room/kitchen & shower room and a triple bay cart lodge. A heated swimming pool is positioned to the rear of the house. Internally you are met with a wealth of character features including beamed ceilings and walls and an impressive Inglenook fireplace in the drawing room. All in all a wonderful opportunity to acquire a stunning property that could be enhanced to create a magical home in this truly rural and superb setting yet only a short distance from both Mayfield and Heathfield. NO ONWARD CHAIN.
Reception Hall - Cloakroom - Drawing Room With Inglenook Fireplace - Study - Dining Room - Kitchen/Breakfast Room - Cellar - Four Bedrooms - Nursery - En-Suite Bathroom Plus Shower Room - Outbuildings Comprising: Three Stables, Pony Box, Feedstore & Tack Room, Kitchen/Utility Room, Shower Room, Workshop, Games Room/Former Kennels Offering Various Possibilities - Swimming Pool - Formal Garden & Two Paddocks Totalling Approximately 4.7 Acres - Triple Bay Cart Lodge.
RECEPTION HALL: Leaded light window. Walk-in cloaks cupboard. Vaulted ceiling with exposed beams. Radiator.
CLOAKROOM: Leaded light window. WC. Vanity unit with inset wash basin and cupboards under. Part-tiled walls. Radiator.
DRAWING ROOM: Dual aspect with leaded light windows and French doors leading to the garden. Inglenook fireplace with built-in drinks cabinet to the side. Radiators.
STUDY: Dual aspect with leaded light windows. Cupboard housing the electric meter. Radiator.
INNER HALLWAY: Beamed ceiling. Door to outside. Radiator.
DINING ROOM: Dual aspect with sash window and leaded light window to the other elevation. Feature fire surround with brick hearth. Beamed ceiling. Radiator.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: Triple aspect with leaded light windows. Range of matching wall and base cupboards. Laminate worktop with inset electric hob, inset one and a half bowl stainless steel sink. Built-in double oven with filter hood above. Tiled floor. Beamed ceiling. Radiator. Door to:
CELLAR: Housing oil-fired boiler and hot water tank.
Stairs leading to:
FIRST FLOOR LANDING: Window overlooking the gardens. Linen cupboard. Part-vaulted beamed ceiling and beamed walls. Exposed stone wall. Radiator.
BEDROOM ONE: Dual aspect with windows overlooking the gardens. Walk-in wardrobe. Beamed ceiling and walls. Radiators.
EN-SUITE BATHROOM: Leaded light windows. Corner bath. Vanity unit with inset wash basin and cupboards under. WC. Beamed ceiling and walls. Radiator.
BEDROOM TWO: Leaded light window overlooking the gardens. Built-in wardrobe. Beamed ceiling and walls. Radiator.
BEDROOM THREE: Leaded light window overlooking the gardens. Radiator.
SHOWER ROOM: Leaded light windows. Shower cubicle with thermostatic shower. Vanity unit with wash basin and cupboards under. Chrome heated towel rail. Tiled floor and walls. Radiator.
SEPARATE WC: Leaded light window. WC. Radiator.
NURSERY: Windows overlooking the garden. Built-in cupboard. Beamed ceiling and walls. Radiator.
Staircase to:
SECOND FLOOR LANDING: Vaulted beamed ceiling.
BEDROOM FOUR: A large spacious area with vaulted beamed ceiling and leaded light window overlooking the gardens. Radiator. Access to the loft space.
OUTSIDE: A gated entrance leads to a shingle driveway giving access to a triple open-fronted cart lodge garage with power and light. Gates open onto a further shingle area leading to the substantial outbuildings comprising three stables, feedstore, pony box, tack room, kitchen & shower room with WC, workshop and former kennels/games room. There are extensive well maintained lawned gardens surrounding the property with a variety of patio areas. Heated swimming pool with paved surround, pool filtration room with oil-fired boiler. Recently installed oil tank with cover. Two paddocks and a triple bay cart lodge. The total ground area being approximately 4.7 acres.
SITUATION: Situated in a rural country lane equidistant between the historic village of Mayfield and the market town of Heathfield with the village of Broad Oak also nearby. Mayfield is famous for its interesting architecture and offers a variety of shops, traditional Inns plus an historic Church with a well-regarded choir. Broad Oak offers local amenities including a Village Hall, Church, Farm Shop, General Store and Post Office. The thriving market town of Heathfield lies approximately 2.5 miles to the south and offers a range of independent shops plus national supermarkets. Mainline train stations to London can be found at nearby Stonegate, Etchingham, Wadhurst and Tunbridge Wells. The coastal resorts of Brighton and Eastbourne can be reached in approximately 45 and 35 minutes' drive respectively. The location is well served for schooling for all age groups including Mayfield School for Girls plus the Ofsted outstanding rated Burwash Primary School.
VIEWING: By appointment with Wood & Pilcher 01435 862211
TENURE: Freehold
COUNCIL TAX BAND: H
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Broadband Coverage search Ofcom checker
Mobile Phone Coverage search Ofcom checker
Flood Risk - Check flooding history of a property England - www.gov.uk
Services - Mains Water, Electricity
Heating - Oil-fired
Private Drainage - Sewage Treatment Plant
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