Mill Lane, Fletching, Uckfield, TN22

The Granary is a fantastically versatile family home in a stunning rural setting, surrounded by rolling countryside.

The Granary would be ideal for an equestrian family, with charming facilities already in place including stabling, a large barn and grazing within the plot. This would be well suited as a smallholding too.

The house itself has been updated over the years, beginning as two Victorian cottages now connected by a single storey extension, and a modern extension providing an internal annexe. The result is a stylish and substantial residence in an idyllic location.

The interior of the property boasts different ages and has various character features. This includes original fireplaces and exposed beams, now complemented by more modern decorative schemes, as well as premium features such as underfloor heating in the more contemporary parts of the house. The flexible accommodation means the house is well suited to a variety of family types, and the barn conversion is configured for multi-generational living, or it would make a fantastic studio.

The house is entered via an inviting reception hall, leading to a stunning large family kitchen / dining room with vaulted ceilings and a beautiful electric 4 oven AGA. There is a ground floor bedroom with ensuite shower room and a fabulous 33ft reception room overlooking the gardens. A cloakroom, an additional sitting room and a study complete the ground floor accommodation. The laundry room links the house to the internal annexe, which has a sitting room, utility/kitchen, shower room and mezzanine space.

Upstairs are the remaining bedrooms arranged separately, with the principal bedroom and family bathroom above the reception rooms, and two further double bedrooms (one with an extra interconnecting room, ideal for children) plus a further bathroom above the kitchen.

The Granary fronts onto the driveway, facing the garage, detached office, kitchen garden and parking area. The main garden is set within the U-shaped design of the house, creating a fabulously private outside space which has been beautifully landscaped to include an outdoor heated swimming pool, heated by an air source heat pump, pool room, formal lawns, a large terrace over several levels that is perfect for alfresco dining. At the end of the garden there is a peaceful decking area looking out over the River Ouse.

EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES

A highlight of the property is the equestrian facilities, situated opposite the house and viewable from the kitchen window, making it extremely secure. A small hardstanding yard has an L shaped
block with two stables, tack room and storage, and is connected to both mains water and electricity. There is a separate barn suitable for storage forage and bedding and a large paddock of circa 4.3 acres, ideal for grazing with natural shelter around the boundary and a freestanding field shelter.

There is excellent outriding locally on quiet lanes and bridleways, and there may be potential to install an outdoor arena, subject to obtaining the necessary consents.

LOCATION

Fletching is a glorious village with a pretty church, cricket pitch and an award-winning and very popular pub, The Giffiin. The village of Newick is also close by, with its lovely pubs and fabulous bakery and coffee shop. There is easy access along the A272 to the commuter town of Haywards Heath, with its mainline train service to both London Victoria and London Bridge (approximately 42 mins) and also Gatwick and Brighton.

The towns of Uckfield, Tunbridge Wells and Lewes are also nearby with their great range of shopping and leisure facilities, as well as mainline stations. Located in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the surrounding countryside provides a vast range of sporting and recreational activity.

Glyndebourne, Goodwood, Ardingly Showground and Plumpton are all within easy reach. The local footpaths provide a large network of stunning walks from the village, many leading towards the South Downs and Ashdown Forest. There are excellent golf courses nearby and reservoirs for water sports.

There is an excellent selection of established preparatory, primary and public schools in the area including Fletching Primary School and Chailey Secondary School, Cumnor House, Brambletye, Great Walstead, Ardingly and Brighton College, many of which run minibus services from close by.

Wealden District Council
EPC Rating B
Council Tax Band G