Lewes Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex

With decorative tile-hung and redbrick elevations, and a distinctive arched window, Awbrook House is a handsome country house which offers almost 3700 sq. ft of versatile accommodation. On entering the home, a porch with double doors opens into a generous reception hall. The hallway gives access to four reception rooms which comprise a drawing room with bay window recess and fireplace, a relaxed sitting room with wood-burning stove and French doors to the garden terrace, a study for home-workers and a flexible-use family room, which links to the kitchen/breakfast room. Fitted with Shaker-style cabinetry, topped with stone work surfaces, the kitchen has a stove recess with decorative tiling and mantel surround and an island unit with breakfast bar, whilst ancillary space is provided by the adjoining utility room. Doors from the kitchen connect to the light-filled conservatory which provides an alternative spot to relax and enjoy the garden throughout the seasons. The ground floor also offers a further reception room just beyond the kitchen with various use options depending on requirements.

The feature first floor landing leads to four bedrooms and family bathroom. The principal bedroom offers a well-appointed walk-in-wardrobe, a stylish en suite bathroom, and French doors to a balcony where far-reaching views can be enjoyed.

The property is approached via a long tree-lined driveway leading to a centrepiece water feature at the front of the home and extending on to an area of hardstanding for parking alongside the garaging. The immediate garden is laid to lawn bordered by a balustrade stone walls, with curve-edged planted beds and paved terracing which spans the rear of the property. The grounds beyond have a more naturalistic ambience with grassed and wooded areas providing a tranquil sense of seclusion and amidst the trees there is a fully-fenced tennis court with a paved terrace outside and optional-use timber outbuilding. There is also a walled garden with lots of potential. Within the grounds, there is a large stable block, with adjoining workshop and garage providing potential for equestrian enthusiasts.

The property is situated between the villages of Scaynes Hill and Walstead, where local amenities can be accessed. Comprehensive facilities are available in nearby Haywards Heath, along with a mainline railway station with a fast and frequent commuter service to London, Brighton and Gatwick. Road-users have easy access to the A272, A22 and the A23 providing links for onward journeys. Well-regarded schooling in the area includes Great Walstead, Cumnor House, Handcross Park School, Ardingly College and Hurstpierpoint College.