Redbridge Lane, Balcombe, RH17

GUIDE PRICE £1,150,000 - £1,250,000 ~ VIEWINGS STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY ~ PLESAE VIEW VIDEO TOUR PRIOR TO ARRANGING.

This delightful and characterful 5/6-BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED PERIOD COTTAGE of 2,419 sq.ft. is set on an impressive plot of circa 0.3 OF AN ACRE whilst boasting splendid and tranquil gardens. The property, having previously been subject to sympathetic RENOVATION and EXTENSION, provides a unique and versatile layout lending itself to modern day living whilst retaining much of its period charm. Additionally, the cottage enjoys a beautiful and neutral décor created by the present owners.

The accommodation in brief comprises: ENTRANCE HALL with inset book-shelving and storage cupboards, generously sized STUDY/BEDROOM 6 to front, ideal for working from home and/or guest bedroom, a characterful SITTING ROOM featuring an exposed beamed ceiling, exposed brick fireplace inset with woodburning stove, built-in bespoke cupboards with shelving above and French-style doors opening into an imposing, stunning ORANGERY, currently used as a DINING ROOM with wonderful garden views leading through to an ANNEXE comprising BEDROOM with MEZZANINE and EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM. A fabulous country-style KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM laid to flagstone tiling, is fitted with bespoke, hand-made cabinetry finished in a soft grey hue and complemented with black granite worksurfaces and inset ceramic double Butler sink. Prominent to the kitchen is a recently installed gas Rayburn providing central heating and hot water, with further appliances to include an integrated electric oven and 5-burner gas hob, fridge/freezer and space for a freestanding dishwasher. Off the kitchen is a separate UTILITY ROOM with secondary Butler sink, spaces for washing machine and tumble dryer, external stable door with further internal door into CLOAKROOM equipped with WC and wash-hand basin.

Stairs from the entrance hall rise to the FIRST FLOOR LANDING leading to THREE DOUBLE BEDROOMS and a FAMILY BATHROOM equipped with a Victorian style suite. The PRINCIPAL BEDROOM has fitted wardrobes, an EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM and French-style doors opening onto a sizeable BALCONY enjoying the most delightful views across the garden ideal for sitting out in the evening sun. A further staircase rises to a large LOFT BEDROOM fitted with extensive built-in wardrobing spanning one wall, a further built-in drawer chest and eaves storage cupboard.

OUTSIDE: TO THE FRONT is a large gravelled PRIVATE DRIVEWAY providing parking for several vehicles in addition to a well-stocked, pretty cottage-style garden positioned immediately to the front of the property.

The stunning REAR GARDEN, being a particular feature with its beautifully manicured, vast level lawn with fishpond ENJOYS A HIGH DEGREE OF PRIVACY AND QUIET SECLUSION having a wooded outlook whilst flanked with mature specimen trees, hedging and shrubs.

A LARGE PATIO TERRACE, positioned alongside the orangery, creates an ideal space for alfresco dining and entertaining with delightful garden views. To the northern boundary is a large L-shaped SHED perfect for storing garden equipment and logs, whilst also ideal as a WORKSHOP. Further is a premium quality SUMMER HOUSE and covered, open GAZEBO in addition to a GREENHOUSE.