Little Trodgers Lane, Mayfield, East Sussex, TN20

An impressive first floor apartment with far reaching views in this exclusive gated development on the edge of Mayfield.

Description

Mayfield Grange is a gated community of modern luxury houses and apartments providing secure and convenient country living on the rural outskirts of the historic village of Mayfield. The properties are set within the superb grounds of the Grade II listed former Mayfield College which extend to about 20 acres in all.

Number 32 is an impressive and beautifully positioned corner apartment on the first floor, benefitting from three private balconies, lift access, two secure parking spaces and is stylishly presented throughout.

The accommodation comprises a generously proportioned sitting/dining room where a far reaching view can be enjoyed over the extensive grounds on the southerly side, a principal en suite bedroom with fitted wardrobes, a second good-sized bedroom, a separate shower room, and a well-appointed contemporary fitted kitchen with range of integrated appliances. The apartment benefits from good storage space, including a sizeable cupboard, currently used as a small study and a lock up basement store.

The two secure parking spaces (and lock up basement store) are located in the undercroft, accessed via a lift from the apartment, or via the stairwell, and there is further visitors’ parking in the forecourt.

The extensive and impressive communal grounds include formal gardens, woodland, a former cricket pitch and access to the residents' gym. From the grounds one can enjoy the local network of footpaths and country walks.

Location

Mayfield Grange is located approximately 1.4 miles from the historic village of Mayfield in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

The village has excellent local amenities with a convenience store, Post Office, chemist, wine store, interiors shop, florist, dentist, doctors’ surgery, hairdresser, delicatessen, bakery, butcher, cafés, boutiques and church.

The popular Middle House pub with its impressive restaurant lies in the centre of the village and leisure options include a lawn tennis club and a network of footpaths.

Tunbridge Wells (approximately 7.2 miles) is the nearest large town, with cultural and shopping attractions including two theatres, cafés, restaurants and pubs, national retailers and independent shops in the High Street and historic Pantiles.

The smaller towns of Crowborough (approximately 5.2 miles) and Heathfield (approximately 6.5 miles) have a choice of supermarkets, including Waitrose, and independent stores.

State and private schools: Mayfield has its own well-regarded primary school as well as the independent Mayfield School for girls at senior level. Preparatory options include Skippers Hill (Five Ashes), Holmewood House (Langton Green) and Vinehall (Robertsbridge). At secondary level, Wadhurst, Heathfield and Crowborough have community colleges, and independent options include Tonbridge, Sevenoaks, Eastbourne and Bedes in Upper Dicker.

Mainline rail: Wadhurst (approximately 5.6 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (approximately 8 miles), wtih services to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) and Cannon Street. Crowborough (at Jarvis Brook 5.2 miles) has services to London Bridge.

Square Footage: 1,406 sq ft
Leasehold with approximately 108 years remaining.


Directions

Postcode - TN20 6BF. From Tunbridge Wells head south on the A267 through Frant and then Mark Cross. Take the first left-hand turning, signposted Lake Street and fork right onto Little Trodgers Lane. Mayfield Grange will be found after a short distance on the left-hand side. Visitor parking is available directly ahead of The Great Hall.

Additional Info

Services: Gas-fired central heating, mains water, electricity and shared private drainage.

Service Charges of £3,200 pa include buildings insurance, private drainage, maintenance of communal areas (grounds, lighting, water, etc). Ground rent £700 in 2023 increasing every 15 years.

Leasehold 125 years from 2008.

Outgoings: Wealden District Council, Tax Band 'F'.

Agent's Note: The summer shots of the communal grounds were taken in 2017.