Rushlake Green, Heathfield, East Sussex, TN21

A modest property in a wonderful situation, with land and redevelopment potential, including planning permission for an impressive, new replacement dwelling

Description

Believed to have been built in the 1960's, this modest detached house is well set back and concealed from the lane, with a private gated drive, nicely set within its own park-like gardens of about 2.8 acres.

The house is well away from neighbouring houses and also has its own woodland of about 9.52 acres, wrapping around one side and to the rear of the property. To the front, there are some fine semi-rural views through the mature trees on the boundary and the garden has a variety of fruit trees, interspersed within an area of open lawn.

Inside, the main accommodation is in the four bedroom detached house, with an outbuilding to the rear providing one bedroom accommodation, as a separate annexe (brick with corrugated metal roofing). The accommodation is generally well presented, with modern kitchens and bathrooms and offering features such as wood flooring and tiling, plus double glazing and central heating. Also, the chalet has a fireplace to the sitting room and the dining room, with the dining room having a fitted wood burning stove.

The gardens and grounds are a delight, with a mature, park-like setting, including a feature pond with wooden jetty, two greenhouses, fruit trees, a vegetable garden and chicken run enclosure.

Location

Located in the High Weald National Landscape, Bluebell Lodge is found off this quiet country lane between the charming village of Rushlake Green and Warbleton.

Rushlake Green is reached within a short walk along the footpath or lane (approximately 0.9 miles), and enjoys an excellent village store and Post Office, which sells local farm produce, together with the popular Horse and Groom Public House. Events are also held on the village green throughout the year giving a lovely sense of community. There are also numerous clubs and societies, which cater for most interests.

More comprehensive amenities are available in nearby Heathfield, Hailsham and Battle and, further afield, are the main towns of Eastbourne, Lewes and Tunbridge Wells, all reached within approximately 17 miles.

Private and State Schools: There are many highly regarded schools in the area, including Dallington Primary school and Heathfield Community College at secondary level. Preparatory schools include Vine Hall, Claremont, St Ronans, Marlborough House, Skippers Hill and Battle Abbey, and at senior level, Battle Abbey, Claremont (Bodiam), Eastbourne, Brighton, Bedes in Upper Dicker, and Lewes Old Grammar.

Leisure: Golf at East Sussex National, Crowborough, Piltdown and Royal Ashdown Forest. Water sports at Bewl Water, Bexhill and Eastbourne. Horse riding bridleways and toll rides easily accessible from Watermill Farm. Walking on the High Weald and South Downs.

Mainline rail: Stonegate station is approximately 9.3 miles to the north, providing regular commuter services to London. Alternatively, Buxted station is approximately 11.4 miles.

Communication: The A21 at Hurst Green or Tunbridge Wells provides access to the M25 and other motorway networks serving the Channel Tunnel and the coast, as well as Heathrow and Gatwick airports.

Square Footage: 1,550 sq ft


Acreage: 10.32 Acres

Additional Info

Local Authority: Wealden District Council

Services: Mains water and electricity. Private septic tank.

The redevelopment opportunity has been explored through two planning permissions - WD/2021/1337/F (now expired) and WD/2024/0495/F, demonstrating the flexibility to either improve the present property or to start again with a brand new home.

A Public footpath runs into Rushlake Green Village, running along much of the private woodland, though fenced off. This footpath is accessed further along the lane, but also for the owners of Bluebell Lodge, there is a gate access in the private woodland.