Long View Cottages, Bodle Street Green, Hailsham, East Sussex

GUIDE PRICE: £515,000-£540,000
We are proud to present this charming cottage situated in Bodle Street Green, close to the village of Herstmonceux in a semi-rural setting. This beautifully presented semi-detached cottage effortlessly blends character and charm with modern convenience. Boasting breathtaking countryside views, this delightful home offers a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it the perfect retreat for families and those seeking a tranquil rural lifestyle.

KEY FEATURES:-
3 BED SEMI-DETACHED CHARACTER COTTAGE
LOFT ROOM WITH POTENTIAL TO CONVERT
1 FAMILY BATHROOM + SHOWER ROOM IN LOFT
LOUNGE
DINING ROOM
KITCHEN
CONSERVATORY
CLOAKROOM
FRONT AND REAR PORCHES
WORKSHOP (ORIGINALLY STABLES), TACK ROOM & SHED
GARDENS WITH STUNNING COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS
SEMI-RURAL LOCATION

Step inside this delightful character cottage and immerse yourself in its warm and inviting atmosphere. The thoughtfully designed open-plan layout seamlessly connects the ground floor spaces, creating an effortless flow between each room. Upon entering through the front porch, you are welcomed into a cosy lounge that exudes character, featuring exposed wooden beams and a striking brick feature wall with an open fireplace—perfect for cosy evenings by the fire.

The cottage-style kitchen is both functional and full of charm, boasting fitted pine units and a built-in dresser that provides ample storage. There is dedicated space for a freestanding cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine, ensuring convenience without compromising the home’s traditional appeal. Adjacent to the kitchen, the separate dining room offers an ideal setting for family meals and gatherings, leading gracefully into a spacious conservatory. This light-filled space serves as a tranquil retreat, providing stunning views of the garden and countryside beyond as well as being an ideal spot for relaxation or entertaining guests. There is also a downstairs cloakroom for convenience and a rear porch for further storage of boots and coats.

From the front porch, stairs lead to the first floor and 3 well appointed bedrooms and a family bathroom all with stunning views of the garden and countryside surrounding the cottage. A further set of stairs rise to a 2nd floor and a versatile loft room with shower room already installed presents endless possibilities to be transformed into a peaceful home office, an inspiring creative studio, or a welcoming guest bedroom. The family bathroom features a charming claw-foot freestanding bath, a separate shower enclosure, a classic pedestal sink, and a WC.

OUTSIDE:- A cottage style front garden with a concrete driveway to the side provides plenty of parking leading to converted workshop/garage/potting shed that once served as stables and could be converted back to these if required. The delightful cottage garden sits to the side, where you can enjoy the tranquillity of the serene setting.

LOCATION:- Located in Bodle Street Green, a 5 minute drive from the village of Herstmonceux with all local facilities and amenities close by including a pub, shops, post office, restaurants, local Herstmonceux Primary School, GP Surgery and pharmacy. The market town of Hailsham is only a 10 minute drive, with a leisure centre, supermarkets and a Community College. Herstmonceux is within the catchment choice for Heathfield Community College. For private schools, there is a good choice within the general locality, including Mayfield School for Girls, Battle Abbey, Bede’s, and Eastbourne College. There are excellent rail links to London from either Battle or Polegate stations which are only 15 minutes away.

For leisure pursuits in the immediate vicinity, there is the PGL Activity and Tennis Centre, freshwater fishing in Brick Lakes, beautiful walking trails, horse riding and cycling routes in the surrounding countryside. The historic castle of Herstmonceux and science observatory centre is a 10 minute drive and the historic town of Battle and Battle Abbey is approx. a 15 minute drive and well worth a visit. The beautiful beaches of Pevensey Bay, Normans Bay and Eastbourne are a short drive and have an array of watersports to enjoy.

Additional Info: Mains Electric, Mains water, Septic Tank, oil Heating, Wood burner. Broadband - FTTP 75mbps, Council Tax: E, EPC: E

AGENTS COMMENTS: “A charming character cottage in an ideal semi-rural location”