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" An exclusive detached country residence (unlisted) offering superior accommodation of over 4800 sq ft including 6 bedrooms and 6 receptions occupying a tranquil position off a private lane in the heart of Sussex amidst 15 acres (*TBV) of stunning formal landscaped grounds with Tennis Court, detached oak framed triple garage and extensive adjoining pasture overlooking a spectacular far reaching rural vista. This handsome period property sits wonderfully within the fabulous grounds which have been imaginatively designed using a creative mix of contemporary aspects with traditional influences. The luxuriously appointed interior presents ideal options for those keen on entertaining and/or have a growing family offering all the facets of modern living while retaining the character of the property's origins having light well proportioned rooms with good ceiling height and with views from almost every window creating an ambiance of space throughout. Every aspect of the stunning interior has been tastefully and meticulously thought out seamlessly blending a rich combination of traditional elegance with the latest technology.

DESCRIPTION Of period origins, though not listed, this splendid property, of brick and tiled elevations beneath a slate and part- tiled roof, has been the subject of significant improvements and remodelling by the current owner and transformed into the glorious home of today. SITUATION The property occupies an exceptional location, secluded but not isolated, set off a private lane of approx .75 of a mile serving this and a few other properties.
Set in beautiful countryside within the High Weald (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty), with views towards Hastings and Rye. Whilst in a rural location, the property is only a short distance from the village of Staplecross, where there is a Junior School, Shop/Post Office and Public House. There are good ranges of local amenities in Robertsbridge and Battle which are 5 miles and 6 miles respectively, and for a full range of amenities Hastings is about 10 miles. The nearest mainline train station is at Robertsbridge, with regular services to London taking about 90 minutes. ACCOMMODATION - PLEASE REFER TO THE FLOOR PLAN ENCLOSED GROUND FLOOR: Entrance hall, triple aspect drawing room with stone fireplace, dining room, family room, library, piano room, cinema room, kitchen and breakfast room, utility room, cellar/laundry room.
FIRST FLOOR: Spacious part galleried landing, Master Suite with en-suite bathroom, 5 further double bedrooms (1 with en -suite), large family bathroom. The heart of this very special home is undoubtedly the superb kitchen and breakfast room, handcrafted in solid 'cats paw' oak with extensive granite worktops, Fired Earth flooring and large 'butlers pantry'. A plethora of other natural materials are also in abundance throughout the interior, such as oak and ash and a mixture of stonework. For 'state of the art' fixtures and fittings the master en-suite bathroom/wet room is a major feature with walk-in 'monsoon shower', mood lighting and ornate wall mounted feature radiator. GROUND FLOOR ROOMS HALLWAY under floor heating, Fired Earth porcelain wood grain floor, under stairs shoe cupboards, CLOAKROOM with wash hand basin and WC.
DRAWING ROOM triple aspect with fireplace. South facing, windows overlooking both front and rear courtyard terraces/gardens, bay window overlooking the main terrace and gardens and the open vista towards the south coast,
DINING ROOM solid oak flooring. Doors to rear courtyard terrace/garden.
KITCHEN open plan to breakfast room and family room. Fired Earth porcelain wood grain floor. Bespoke handcrafted kitchen designed by Goudhurst based 'The Bespoke Kitchen and Interiors Ltd' who also designed and handcrafted all the cabinetry throughout the house (info@bespokeinteriors.com), cats paw oak units with granite worktops and assorted complementing units such as oak wine storage unit, movable butchers table and breakfasting bar. Doors to rear courtyard terrace/garden.
BREAKFAST AREA & FAMILY ROOM open plan with solid oak flooring, feature wood burning stove on granite plinth with oak beam over, beams to ceilings, recessed cupboards and book shelving surrounding. Windows overlooking rear courtyard terrace/garden.
LIBRARY fully shelved to one wall with lower cupboards, all handcrafted, windows overlooking formal front entrance and courtyard terrace/garden.
PIANO ROOM open plan to library, cloak cupboard, windows overlooking front courtyard terrace/garden.
CINEMA ROOM lovely feature exposed stone wall, windows overlooking and doors to front courtyard terrace/garden, oak beams to ceilings.
UTILITY ROOM tiled terracotta floor, oil fired central heating boiler, handcrafted cats paw oak cupboard and units with granite work top and butlers sink. Door to rear.
CELLAR/LAUNDRY ROOM, tiled terracotta floor with handcrafted cats paw oak unit, solid beech worktop and butlers sink, space for washing machines and tumble driers and further storage if required. FIRST FLOOR ROOMS LANDING very bright and elegant landing with airing cupboards and secure store room.
MASTER SUITE double aspect room overlooking rear courtyard terrace/garden and main terrace and gardens and the open vista towards the south coast, with built in handcrafted solid maple wood wardrobes and drawers to one wall.
EN-SUITE Floor to ceiling porcelain tiling to walls and floor, limestone cladding feature wall and recesses, mood lighting, walk-in wet room shower with glass partitions, free standing bath and ornate wall mounted feature radiator in a recessed wall above, large freestanding pedestal wash basin all with HANS GROHE Axor bathroom furniture, WC, large chrome towel radiator.
FAMILY BATHROOM - Floor to ceiling porcelain tiling to walls and floor, wash basin on bespoke designed pedestal/cabinet, bath and full shower unit, all with HANS GROHE Axor bathroom furniture, WC and large chrome towel radiator.
BEDROOMS 3 & 4 currently cleverly split to allow for sleepovers but easily reverted back to two separate rooms either by the current folding doors or by blocking off. Windows overlooking rear courtyard terrace/garden.
BEDROOM 5 rear aspect window, views towards Staplecross and beyond.
BEDROOM 6 built in cupboard, rear aspect window, views towards Staplecross and beyond.
BEDROOM 2 oak cross beams, windows with view over front courtyard terrace/garden. EN-SUITE Floor to ceiling porcelain tiling to walls and floor, Balinese pebble feature wall and recesses, mood lighting, walk-in shower with glass screen, wash basin on bespoke designed pedestal/cabinet, HANS GROHE Axor bathroom furniture, WC, large chrome towel radiator, small window to rear. GARDENS, GROUNDS & LAND A wide sweeping gravel driveway leads from the lane terminating in a generous parking area with adjacent detached OAK FRAMED TRIPLE GARAGE and workshop with open plan first floor offering scope to adapt into a home office/studio (subject to permissions). A formal brick pillared entrance in turn leads into the spacious front courtyard garden creating a most attractive front aspect to the house and featuring a good sized terrace with stainless steel sphere water feature and an abundance of symmetric planting of shrubs and ornamental trees. To the rear the imaginatively designed professionally landscaped grounds set off the house beautifully with 'patterned' raised beds, picturesque gravel walkways, topiary designs, sunken Mediterranean style courtyard garden and impressive solid Cumaru decking and sand stone terracing areas making the most of the wonderful views and creating an ideal environment for outdoor living and dining al-Fresco. The focal point of the 'showcase' grounds is a unique water feature comprising of raised timber jetties/piers set over 'black water' providing a fantastic area for relaxation and contemplation. On first impressions giving the visual effect of 'walking on water'. If keen to 'grow your own' produce there is also a large enclosed kitchen garden with potting shed and a Neaverson dog kennel.

For those that are eco-friendly there are two very large water tanks under the rear courtyard terrace which harvest the rainwater from almost the entire roof for watering/cleaning requirements. Further various external power mainly in the rear courtyard garden and wireless controlled power/lighting in all areas outside . The balance of the acreage is laid to level pasture which extends around the property on all aspects and offers excellent opportunities to add a range of equestrian facilities if so desired (subject to permissions). The total land including the property, gardens and parking extends to 15 acres*(TBV).
The acreage stated at the property is '*To Be Verified', which means that the land has not been measured by Equus and its sellers/clients other than by obtaining the Title Plan from Land registry where available. Interested applicants/buyers are advised that if they have doubts as to the plot size and wish to have verification of the exact size of the entire plot they will be required to make their own arrangements by appointing the services of an accredited Land Registry company who will be able to carry this task out. GARAGING OAK FRAMED TRIPLE GARAGE and workshop with open plan first floor via external staircase offering scope to adapt into a home office/studio (subject to permissions).
TENNIS COURT Full sized with fenced sides and viewing terrace, Thuja hedging planted to one side. GENERAL NOT included in the sale Copper Acer Water Feature and Range Master Stove and certain specimen plants/shrubs.
There are no footpaths or rights of way over the land. SERVICES & OUTGOINGS LOCAL AUTHORITY - ROTHER DISTRICT COUNCIL
SERVICES Oil Central Heating, private drainage via two soak aways.
TAX BAND - E PRICE GUIDE ?1,850,000 FOR THE FREEHOLD
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Equus Country and Equestrian
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