Merlin Close, Ifield, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
4
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
Freehold
Description
A rare opportunity to acquire a four-bedroom detached home in one of Ifield’s most secluded and desirable locations. Situated within a private close of just six houses, this property offers versatile living spaces, a low-maintenance garden, and excellent local amenities. Homes in Merlin Close rarely come to market, with the most recent sale occurring 18 years ago, making this a truly unique opportunity.
Interior — Flexible & Sociable Spaces
The property has been thoughtfully designed to accommodate a variety of lifestyles, ideal for living, socialising, and working from home.
Open-Plan Kitchen/Breakfast Room
The spacious kitchen/breakfast room forms the heart of the home, with room for casual dining and easy interaction while cooking. Its layout promotes family life and entertaining.
Dining Room & Living Room
A separate dining room provides a formal space for meals and gatherings, while the living room is bright and welcoming, perfect for relaxation.
Conservatory
The conservatory offers a light-filled extension of the living space, ideal for enjoying the garden views all year round.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Master Bedroom with En-Suite
The master bedroom benefits from a private en-suite shower room, offering a comfortable retreat.
Three Further Bedrooms & Family Bathroom
Three additional bedrooms provide flexibility for children, guests, or home offices, supported by a family bathroom completing the upstairs accommodation.
Main bathroom, down stairs cloak room and master bedroom ensuite
Outside — Garden & Parking
The property boasts a large, private, low-maintenance garden — perfect for BBQs, children’s play, or simply relaxing with a glass of wine.
Double garage plus driveway parking for 2 cars
Private close providing security, seclusion, and a safe environment
Ample space for outdoor activities and entertaining
Location & Lifestyle
Merlin Close is quietly tucked away yet highly accessible, offering a blend of natural surroundings and convenience:
Local green spaces: Ifield Brook Meadows, woods, and the Ifield Conservation Area are less than five minutes away, with walking paths, lakes, wildlife, and cycle routes.
Community amenities: A short walk to Ifield Village Conservation Area with its pub and thriving community theatre.
Golf & leisure: Award-winning Ifield Golf Club is a couple of minutes’ walk. Crawley Leisure Park and K2 Sports Centre are within easy driving distance.
Transport links: Main bus stop less than two minutes away with routes to Gatwick Airport, Crawley town centre, and the Manor Royal employment hub. Ifield Rail Station is under 10 minutes’ walk, offering services to London Bridge, Victoria, Gatwick, Crawley, Horsham, and Portsmouth.
Shopping & dining: Easy access to Horsham and Crawley shopping areas, restaurants, and cinemas. Tesco Express is a 10-minute walk, with Ifield local shops just 15 minutes on foot.
Schools: Several highly regarded schools within walking distance, with Merlin Close falling within the Horsham catchment area and Rusper Parish.
Additional Highlights
Potential to extend STPP
Homes in Merlin Close rarely change hands; one property has been successfully rented for over 15 years, mostly to long-term tenants.
The property offers a perfect balance of seclusion and accessibility, combining versatile living spaces with proximity to nature, amenities, and transport.
Ideal for families seeking privacy, professionals working from home, or those desiring a quiet yet connected lifestyle.
Summary
This exceptional four-bedroom detached home in Merlin Close provides a rare combination of seclusion, spacious and versatile interiors, and proximity to excellent local amenities and transport links. With a large private garden, driveway, conservatory, and versatile living spaces, it represents an outstanding opportunity for families or anyone seeking a peaceful yet well-connected home in Crawley.
Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the size and potential of this property.
Buyer Process: Our customers use British Homebuyers to either purchase or assist in selling properties quickly and reliably. Therefore any new applicants to purchase are subject to vetting to ensure they meet strict criteria.
Exclusivity Fee:
You can secure the purchase today by paying an exclusivity fee of £2,000 which gives you the rights to purchase within a given timeframe. The exclusivity fee is returned to you upon successful completion of the property.
A processing fee of £200 is required in order to draw up an exclusive legally binding contract between the buyer and seller. This gives the buyer exclusive rights to purchase within a pre-agreed timeframe.
Paying this fee ensures that the seller takes their property off the market and reserves it exclusively for you, therefore eliminating the risk of gazumping and aborted costs.
Disclaimer
The particulars are set out as a general outline only for the guidance of intended purchasers and do not constitute, any part of a contract. Nothing in these particulars shall be deemed to be a statement that the property is in good structural condition or otherwise nor that any of the services, appliances, equipment or facilities are in good working order. Purchasers should satisfy themselves of this prior to purchasing. The photograph(s) depict only certain parts of the property. It should not be assumed that any contents/furniture etc. photographed are included in the sale. It should not be assumed that the property remains as displayed in the photograph(s). No assumption should be made with regard to parts of the property that have not been photographed. Any areas, measurements, aspects or distances referred to are given as a GUIDE ONLY and are NOT precise. If such details are fundamental to a purchase, purchasers must rely on their own enquiries. Descriptions of the property are subjective and are used in good faith as an opinion and NOT as a statement of fact. Please make further inquiries to ensure that our descriptions are likely to match any expectations you may have.
- COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
- Band: TBC
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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Merlin Close, Ifield, Crawley, West Sussex, RH11
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