Crockers Lane, Northiam, Rye, East Sussex, TN31

A beautiful six bedroom unlisted property with ancillary accommodation in an idyllic rural setting.

Description

Crockers Farmhouse is a wonderful unlisted property gifted with beautifully proportioned accommodation arranged over three floors, full of light, and with a welcoming feel. Together with a detached agricultural barn converted as ancillary accommodation, they nestle amidst delightful gardens and grounds and enjoy panoramic views over the adjoining countryside.

This impressive family home has been cleverly remodelled by the current owners to create generously proportioned accommodation. The ground floor features attractive limestone flooring throughout as well as electric underfloor heating and beautiful oak joinery.

The front door opens to a welcoming entrance hall with full height windows and oak staircase leading up to the first floor landing. To one end of the hallway is a study and a WC. A generously proportioned drawing room enjoys a triple aspect and includes exposed beams and an inglenook fireplace with wood burner. Bi-fold doors to the rear open onto the terrace area creating an ideal entertaining space with the far-reaching views.

The dining room has a staircase which leads up to a games room, bedroom four and en suite shower room which is an excellent opportunity for flexible living and families.

Located at the rear of the property to enjoy the stunning vistas via bi-fold doors is the kitchen/breakfast room. Fitted with the original farmhouse kitchen, with an extensive range of cupboards and various integral appliances including a dishwasher, oven and fridge drawers, this room is a fantastic entertaining space. Off the kitchen is a utility room with further storage cupboards and space for white goods.

On the first floor are four further bedrooms, all which have en suite bath or shower rooms. On the second floor, the principal suite enjoys a double aspect via velux roof windows over the gardens and beyond. There is a beautifully appointed en suite with a bath and separate shower. There is also a separate store room with fitted cupboards and eaves access for further storage.

The property is approached via an ‘in and out’ gravel driveway leading to the house, integral double garage and ample parking. Adjacent to the house is an annexe with an open plan sitting room/kitchen with fitted appliances and double doors opening to a south facing garden, a shower room and a first floor bedroom.

The gardens are delightful and wrap around the property extending to about 3.65 acres creating the most breathtaking setting. There is a pond which is overlooked by a decked area, and to the rear is a substantial paved terrace enjoying the far-reaching views.

Location

Crockers Farmhouse is situated on a no-through lane in a wonderful rural location. The pretty village of Northiam has a good selection of local amenities, including a primary school, tea rooms, doctor's surgery, a public house and the renowned Great Dixter house and gardens.

More extensive shopping and leisure facilities can be found in Tenterden (7.6 miles), Hawkhurst (6.9 miles) and the charming historical cinque port of Rye (8.6 miles) with a range of shopping, commercial and leisure facilities.

Mainline rail services: Staplehurst and Etchingham stations have frequent services to London Charing Cross and Cannon Street. A high speed train service runs from Ashford to London St Pancras in about 37 minutes and there are also regular services to the Continent from Ashford International.

Education: There is an excellent selection of schools in the area in both the state and private sectors, at all levels.

Motorway links: The M25 via the A21 can be accessed at J5 and the M20 via J8 both providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airports and other motorway networks.

*All distances and measurements are approximate

Square Footage: 4,171 sq ft


Acreage: 3.65 Acres

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Additional Info

Services: Mains water and electricity. Ground source heat pump/electric underfloor heating. Private drainage.

Solar panels qualified for maximum government feed in scheme generating income of about £1,800 per annum.

Agent's Note: Retrospective Building Regs are currently being applied for.