Blackthorns, Lindfield, RH16

The house was originally constructed in the 1960s/70s and has been recently subjected to an exacting programme of renovations, including a large two-storey side extension in 2025, a single storey side extension, a full cosmetic refurbishment and exterior landscaping to the front and rear.

The vendor of the property is an interior designer and as such the planning and execution of the renovation has been completed to the highest standards.

Internally, great care and attention has been paid to create a stylish yet comfortable family home, creating a stunning open-plan living space that incorporates the main kitchen, dining and seating areas, while upstairs the bedrooms are wonderfully warm and welcoming with three fabulous bathrooms. Underfloor heating warms the ground floor and master en-suite, and the house is future proofed with solar panels and battery storage.

The inviting veranda opens to a reception area leading directly into the open plan living space. Here, six-metre wide sliding glazed doors frame views of the rear garden and provide access onto the rear patio, creating a wonderful space to entertain in the warmer months. The elegant kitchen was installed in 2025 and is a bespoke construction, featuring wood effect and painted units with stunning quartz worktops and open shelving, unobtrusive lighting and a range of premium appliances including a wine chiller, warming drawer and wet bar with four-in-one tap. The clever use of glazing floods the room with light and makes the space feel fantastically light and airy.

Separate to the open plan living area is a family/music room, a private study, utility/boot room and cloakroom with WC. Upstairs there are five generous double bedrooms including a principal bedroom with vaulted ceilings and luxurious en-suite featuring free standing bath, shower, and his & hers vanity, a further en-suite guest bedroom and three spacious rooms sharing a family bathroom which features a bath, separate shower and double vanity.

Outside

The gardens to the front and rear have been beautifully landscaped to incorporate the many mature trees and shrubs into a modern planting design. To the front, the attractive property is set back from the road behind a pretty lawned garden and a brick-paved driveway, which leads up to a larger than average integrated garage with electric door. A seating area is set under the oak framed veranda, providing a space to sit and enjoy the views over the tree-lined road. To the rear, the west facing garden is laid to lawn and enclosed by mature greenery, giving a wonderfully private feel. An expansive terrace behind the house provides the ideal space for alfresco dining.

A path leads along the side of the lawn to a further area at the rear, where there is a greenhouse, shed and access to a stream.

Situation

Lindfield is a picturesque and sought-after village to the north of Haywards Heath, offering an extensive range of local shops and facilities including a chemist, church, public houses, doctors’ surgery and supermarket.

A wider range of facilities can be found in Haywards Heath (1 mile). The A23 provides access to the M23, M25, motorway network and airports at Gatwick and Heathrow. There are a number of excellent schools nearby including the village primary school and private schools such as Great Walstead, Cumnor House, Ardingly College, Burgess Hill Girls, Hurst College and Brighton College. Sporting and recreational activities are extensive with golf at Haywards Heath, Royal Ashdown and East Sussex National Golf Clubs; sailing at Ardingly and Weir Wood reservoirs; and walking and riding locally, including the South Downs and the Ashdown Forest.

Haywards Heath mainline station (1 mile) offers fast and regular services to London Victoria/London Bridge accessible within 45 mins), Gatwick International Airport and Brighton.

Property Ref Number:

HAM-68258

Additional Information

Mid Sussex District Council. Council Tax Band F

Mains water, electricity and drainage. Gas-fired
central heating. Solar with battery storage.