Melfort Road, Crowborough

Situated in the sought-after "Warren" area of Crowborough, this impressive Edwardian first floor apartment dates back to the early 1900s and effortlessly combines elegance, character, and minimalistic design. Set within a distinguished period building, access is via a communal porch and spacious shared reception hall, with stairs leading to the first floor. A private entrance opens into a substantial and impressive hallway, there is a spacious sitting room filled with natural light, and a stylish dual-aspect dining room. The well-appointed kitchen/breakfast room is contemporary in style, featuring ample natural light and includes many of the usual kitchen appliances. In addition there is also a large utility/boot room. The apartment boasts three exceptionally large double bedrooms, all with built-in wardrobes. The main bedroom benefits from a sleek, modern en suite bathroom, while the remaining bedrooms are served by a well-fitted family bathroom. Offering approximately 2,450 square feet of living space, the property is rich in character with features such as four period fireplaces, high skirting boards and beautifully blended with modern touches throughout. Outside, residents can enjoy immaculate communal gardens and shared off-road parking. 

Entrance Hall - Sitting Room - Dining Room - Kitchen/Breakfast Room - Utility Room - Main Bedroom With En Suite Bathroom - Two Further Bedrooms - Family Bathroom - Off Road Parking - Well Tended Communal Gardens 

Original solid wooden main door opens: 

COMMUNAL PORCH AND RECEPTION HALL: Areas of seating, windows to front and side, intercom system and door opening into a reception hall with solid wood flooring, wall panelling and stairs rising to the first floor. 

ENTRANCE HALL: Three pendant lights, two traditional style radiators and fitted carpet. 

UTILITY ROOM: High level boot room storage with seating and coat hanging area, tall cupboard housing thermal Unicyl water tank and a further cupboard housing Worcester Bosch boiler. Low level units with granite effect worksurfaces incorporating a Butler sink with swan mixer tap, spaces for a washing machine and tumble dryer, porcelain tiled flooring, traditional style radiator and window to front. 

SITTING ROOM: Feature working fireplace with stone hearth and marble effect mantle with fitted cupboards and areas of open shelving to side. Fitted carpet, traditional style radiator and large windows with curtains to side. 

DINING ROOM: Currently used as an office/gym featuring a working fireplace with stone hearth and wooden mantle, two traditional style radiators, fitted carpet and dual aspect with windows to rear and side. 

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM: Shaker style light grey range of high and low level units with feature under unit lighting, granite effect worksurfaces and splashbacks incorporating a double Butler sink with swan mixer tap. Integrated appliances include a rangemaster oven and grill with 5-ring gas hob and extractor fan, dishwasher, wine fridge and space for tall fridge/freezer. In addition is a breakfast bar with seating area, space for a large breakfast/dining table, porcelain tiled flooring, smoke alarm and dual aspect with windows to side and front. 

MAIN BEDROOM: Working fireplace with stone hearth and mantle, triple fitted wardrobe with hanging rail and shelving, fitted carpet, traditional style radiator, window to rear with fitted blinds and curtains and door into: 

EN SUITE BATHROOM: Rolltop bath with swan mixer tap, fully tiled walk-in enclosure with rainfall showerhead and additional handheld shower attachment, low level wc and twin rectangular sinks with mixer taps set into a vanity unit with shelving and mirror with lighting above,. Part porcelain tiled flooring, low level recessed LED lighting and window to rear with fitted blinds. 

BEDROOM: Fitted triple wardrobe with hanging rail and shelving, areas of floating shelving, fitted carpet, traditional style radiator and window to front with fitted blinds and curtains. 

BEDROOM: Working fireplace with stone hearth and mantle, triple fitted wardrobe with hanging rail and shelving, fitted carpet, traditional style radiator and window to front with fitted blind. 

FAMILY BATHROOM: Raised fully tiled walk-in enclosure with rainfall showerhead and additional handheld shower attachment, tiled panelled bath with mixer tap and pull-out handheld shower attachment, low level wc, rectangular sink with mixer tap set into a vanity unit with mosaic tiled splashback and glass cabinet above. Heated towel rail, tiled flooring, linen cupboard with wooden slatted shelving and low level recessed LED lighting. 

OUTSIDE: Sweeping driveway opens to a area providing off road parking along with extensive areas principally laid to lawn, offering a great deal of privacy and an array of mature trees and planting to include, Acers, Azaleas and Rhodendrons.  

SITUATION: Crowborough, the largest and highest inland town in East Sussex, is nestled within the picturesque High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and borders the Ashdown Forest. The town centre has a charming atmosphere, offering a wide variety of supermarkets, independent shops, restaurants, and cafes. The area boasts excellent state and private schools for both junior and secondary levels, alongside the Crowborough Leisure Centre, which features a swimming pool, gym, sports hall, and a children's playground. The town is well-connected with a mainline railway station offering services to London, as well as a good selection of bus routes. Crowborough also offers plenty of attractions, including nature reserves, sports facilities, playgrounds, a thriving arts scene, and various annual events. To the west, you'll find Ashdown Forest, renowned for inspiring A. A. Milne's Winnie the Pooh. The forest provides an excellent setting for walking, horse riding, and enjoying breathtaking views of the Sussex countryside. The spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, located about eight miles to the north, offers a mainline railway station, a wide range of schools, and a diverse mix of shops, restaurants, and cafes, particularly in the historic Pantiles and Old High Street areas. 

TENURE: Leasehold with a share of the Freehold
Lease - 999 years from 29th September 1982
Service Charge - currently £1548.72 per annum
Ground Rent - currently £Nil
We advise all interested purchasers to contact their legal advisor and seek confirmation of these figures prior to an exchange of contracts. 

COUNCIL TAX BAND: D 

VIEWING: By appointment with Wood & Pilcher Crowborough  

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