London Road, Danehill, RH17

A special rural property which was thoughtfully extended and updated in the mid 1980's, with a large garden and stunning views. The property is situated at the heart of a large plot in Danehill and features a detached garage and ample parking, offering both convenience and charm in a historic setting.

Accessed via a private driveway, this detached Grade II listed characterful cottage, enjoys wonderful views of the surrounding countryside. The house was built in the 15th century and its charming interiors uphold the style befitting a property of this type with wonderful features, including exposed wooden beams throughout and open fireplaces in the sitting room, dining room and one of the bedrooms. The layout is generous and offers an inviting flow throughout the reception spaces and a separate snug for relaxation.
The house is well proportioned offering approximately 2200 sq ft of space over two floors, and comprises a sitting room, a dining room, snug, a kitchen/breakfast room and a cloakroom with WC. Upstairs there are four bedrooms, two with built in wardrobes, a family bathroom and separate shower room. There is also a lower ground floor cellar and detached garage.

Outside

Enveloped by greenery, the gardens provide an idyllic setting and feeling of being a part of the neighbouring countryside. The front garden is bordered by a tall hedge and mature trees providing a high degree of privacy. The driveway offers ample off-street parking and access to the detached double garage. The rear of the property is ideally landscaped for relaxing and entertaining with a paved terrace and raised deck area, adjacent to the good-size lawn which is adorned with trees and a magnificent oak at the rear which acts as a fabulous focal point.

Situation

Danehill is a small village situated just south of Chelwood Gate in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty close to the green areas of Ashdown Forest and Chelwood Common. Leisure pursuits in the area include horse riding, golf and walking on the extensive footpaths and bridle paths across the surrounding countryside.

The village itself has a primary school and a popular pub, while further amenities can be found in Haywards Heath and East Grinstead, with the larger centres of Tunbridge Wells and Brighton also easily accessible. The area has excellent transport links with mainline rail services from Haywards Heath to London Bridge and London Victoria in 42 minutes. The M25 motorway can be accessed via the A23/A22 with links to other motorway networks, Gatwick and Heathrow airports and the coast.

The property is particularly well located for schools such as Cumnor House and Ardingly College.

Additional Information

Local Authority: Wealden District Council
Council Tax band G

Electricity and Mains water.
Oil fired central heating
Private drainage