High Beeches Lane, Handcross, RH17

Situated on the rural outskirts of the village of Handcross is this charming semi-detached family home, which has a most desirable setting tucked away along a quiet, private-access lane shared by just a handful of properties. The house enjoys a wonderfully sylvan setting opposite the botanical gardens at High Beeches and is a short distance from country walks around the High Weald. The original part of the home is pre-1900 and was later extended to the side and rear in 2012, creating a striking mix of old and new, with the original part being local Horsham stone and brick built and the newer addition Horsham stone, brick and timber framed. It has been renovated to a very high standard throughout, with immaculately presented interiors which are presented in elegant, neutral colours and enhanced by character features including fireplaces, wood floors and exposed beams. In stark contrast is the glass-framed divider between the old and new parts of the home, which serves as the entrance hall and landing, fabulously lit from above by natural light and wonderfully atmospheric after dark. Offering more than 2200 sq ft of space over three floors, the house has masses of space for entertaining including two separate reception rooms and a large, open plan kitchen. For added benefit there is also a detached annexe within the grounds, which has a studio bedroom, kitchen, dressing area and shower room, and is presented to the same exacting standards as the main property. This provides excellent potential as an income generator or for guest use, or perhaps older children and grandparents.

Outside

The property is situated within circa 1.5 acres of gardens which have been attractively landscaped to maximise to natural seclusion of the plot and the lawned areas. A natural boundary of well-established hedging provides a feeling of privacy, while the garden also includes a number of mature trees, flowerbeds and well-stocked borders. There is a large gravel driveway to the front that arrives at the property after traversing through the garden, which envelops front, side and rear of the house. There is a detached garage with log store and two open carports, while the separate self-contained annexe is situated across the driveway from the main home and has its own private slate paved patio to the rear.

Situation

The property is situated within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty just east of the sought-after village of Handcross, which is in an excellent position for access to the A23. Amenities include a primary school, doctor’s surgery, pub and petrol station, plus the National Trust property Nymans which has beautiful rose gardens and a café, and the highly regarded Handcross Park School. More comprehensive shopping facilities may be found in Hayward’s Heath with its wide range of shops, restaurants and bars and a modern leisure centre, while the popular towns of Horsham and Brighton offer a more extensive range of shopping facilities. Nearby is Ardingly Reservoir with opportunities for walking and water sports at the Ardingly Adventure Centre. The area is renowned for the standard of its schooling in both the private and state sectors, including Great Walstead, Cumnor House, Burgess Hill School for Girls, Ardingly College and Hurstpierpoint College. Balcombe station (2.7 miles) offers direct services to London Victoria, Blackfriars and London Bridge from 46 minutes and Brighton in 23 minutes.

Additional Information

Local Authority: Mid Sussex District Council
Council Tax Band: C