Sheepstreet Lane, Etchingham, East Sussex, TN19

A very attractive period barn conversion, in this well regarded semi-rural location, between Ticehurst, Stonegate and Etchingham.

Description

Originally used as an agricultural barn by the impressive neighbouring period property, King Johns Lodge, this very attractive building was successfully converted by the previous owners and now updated by selling clients, making for a fine, up-to-date character home.

The property cleverly combines the best of old and new, with generously proportioned light-filled open-plan living accommodation, along with character features including an abundance of exposed beams and the impressive reception/dining hall with its vaulted ceiling, bespoke staircase and galleried landing.

Nice touches include the oak and tiled floors downstairs, the wood burning stove, the Lutron lighting system and the recently fitted, stylish, open-plan deVOL kitchen, along with the modern bath and shower rooms. The kitchen is fitted with high-quality appliances including two Neff ovens, a Fisher & Paykel French-style fridge freezer, two Fisher & Paykel dishwasher drawers, a Faber induction hob with downward extractor, and a Quooker hot tap.

Outside, there are mature well screened grounds, with a long private, gated approach drive, and delightful well designed gardens, a rear terrace and two outbuildings, one being the old peacock house used as a garden store and the other being near the house, off the terracing, which is set-up as an additional room, ideal as a separate home office or gym.

The garden surrounding the barn comprises an old apple orchard with a wildflower lawn, cottage-style planted borders, and mown paths leading to numerous places to sit. Accessed directly from the kitchen door is a newly landscaped, charming informal garden with gravel paths and a further secluded seating area, creating a perfect setting for relaxation and outdoor entertaining.

Location

Tunbridge Wells (about 13 miles), Tonbridge (about 18 miles), Sevenoaks (about 25 miles), Gatwick Airport (about 40 miles), Eurotunnel Terminal (about 42 miles), City of London (about 56 miles)

The Granary Barn is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in a delightful rural lane linking the villages of Ticehurst (about 1.8 miles) and Etchingham (about 2 miles). The A21, accessible at Hurst Green lies about 2.6 miles to the east, provides access north to Tonbridge (about 18 miles) and Sevenoaks (about 25 miles) and thereby the M25 London orbital for Gatwick Airport (via M23).

The Channel Tunnel lies about 45 miles to the east via Hawkhurst/Tenterden and Hastings (about 16.5 miles) via the A21 to the south. Local amenities include a Londis general store with post office, pharmacy, greengrocer, dry cleaners, public houses and individual shops in Ticehurst, and a good range of services in Wadhurst (about 5.5 miles) and Hawkhurst(about 5.9 miles). Etchingham has an award-winning bistro at the station.

Tunbridge Wells (about 12.8 miles) offers more comprehensive amenities including theatres and restaurants.

Private and state schools: There are village primary schools in Ticehurst, Stonegate and Etchingham. Preparatory Schools around the area, include St. Ronan’s in Hawkhurst, Dulwich in Cranbrook, Marlborough House/Vine Hall in Robertsbridge and Rose Hill in Tunbridge Wells, along with several others. Senior schools include community colleges in Wadhurst, Robertsbridge and Heathfield, with Kent Grammar Schools in Tonbridge and Cranbrook (where they offer a boarding option). Private schools include Mayfield and Benenden schools for girls and Tonbridge for boys, with coeducational options at Sevenoaks, Eastbourne and Bedes, in Upper Dicker.

Mainline rail services: Etchingham (2 miles) has parking and services to London Bridge, Charing Cross and Waterloo East or Stonegate (3.5 miles) further up on the same line.

Bus services operate from Ticehurst to Wadhurst and Tunbridge Wells.

Recreation: The Rother Valley is an historic area with many wonderful walking routes, used for navigation since the Roman Times. Other nearby attractions include Bewl Water reservoir with walking, riding, sailing and fishing, Bedgebury Forest and the Ashdown Forest. The south coast is easily accessible by car with sandy beaches at Camber and popular coastal towns including Rye, Hastings and Eastbourne.
All distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 2,963 sq ft


Acreage: 0.95 Acres

Directions

From Tunbridge Wells, head south out of the town on Frant Road (A267), then through Frant and take the next road on the left towards Wadhurst (B2099). Continue through Wadhurst and Wallcrouch into the centre of Ticehurst village and turn right opposite The Bell pub into Church Road. Follow this road, passing the church on your left, out of the village and down into the valley. As the road starts to ascend again, turn left into Sheepstreet Lane, continue for about a mile and the entrance to The Granary Barn will be seen on the right. If you reach King John's Lodge on the right, you have gone too far.

Additional Info

Services: Mains water, electricity and private (septic tank) drainage.