Cinder Hill, North Chailey, Lewes, East Sussex, BN8

A well-presented detached property with garden and paddock, situated in a beautiful rural position

Description

Old Coach House Roeheath was originally built as the coach house for a substantial Victorian house. It was developed into a separate dwelling in the mid-20th century, and subsequently further extended by the current owner in 2005. The house occupies a slightly elevated position, and enjoys a pleasant outlook over its rear garden; the principal bedroom suite has far-reaching views to the South Downs.

It offers well-presented accommodation extending to 2,428 sq ft, with a versatile layout. On the ground floor is a sitting room with an open fireplace and a bay window, a large dining room, a kitchen/breakfast room with a good range of fitted oak fronted cabinets and granite worktops, an electric hob with extractor over, double electric oven, integrated full height fridge (and freezer) and a (further) under counter freezer, and a dishwasher, and French doors to the garden. There is a separate utility room, with space for a washing machine and access to the rear garden.

Lying off the entrance hall is a ground floor bedroom with en suite shower room and a separate ground floor cloakroom. On the first floor, the principal bedroom has fitted wardrobes, an en suite bathroom and enjoys South Downs views. There are three further bedrooms, an office/bedroom six, a bathroom, a shower room and two WCs.

Old Coach House Roeheath is set at the end of a long shared private driveway, which it shares with its neighbours. There is parking to the front of the house, and to the side; the private driveway leads down to a five bar gate, which opens to the paddock where there is an oak-framed open double garage.

The house has a beautiful rear garden, lying to the west and north, with the benefit of a decked terrace adjoining the house; there is a timber summerhouse used as a home office, insulated and with power connected and a dedicated land line, beyond which lies a small woodland with a pond. Through the five bar gate to the paddock is a timber shed, a large Victorian greenhouse, and an enclosed kitchen garden with raised beds and a small productive orchard. The grass paddock has a fenced pond and levelled area with a summer house.

There is a workshop/barn at the top of the rear garden with power connected.

In all about two acres.

Location

Situated on a rural lane in North Chailey, close to the South Downs National Park. The village is rural yet not remote, with a gastro pub and village hall; the parish church is reached via a walk along the lane and across a meadow. The nearby village of Newick offers a health centre, pharmacy, shops, bakery and a three pubs. Further shopping is available at Lewes (seven miles), Haywards Heath (7.5 miles) or Brighton (14.5 miles).

Leisure: There are many bridle paths and footpaths across the surrounding countryside, including Chailey Common, Ashdown Forest and the South Downs. There is racing at Plumpton, sailing at Ardingly, golf across the county and the Bluebell Steam Railway at Sheffield Park. Sussex has a vibrant cultural and arts scene, with world-class opera at Glyndebourne, and the annual Brighton Festival presenting a huge programme of theatre, dance, classical music and literary events.

Transport links: Haywards Heath (journey time to London Bridge/Victoria from 42 minutes) and Cooksbridge (four miles, from 65 minutes). The A23/M23 lies to the west, giving access to Gatwick airport (20 miles), the south coast and the M25.

Schools: St Peter’s CEP School, Newick CEP School, Chailey Secondary School, Lewes Old Grammar School, Cumnor House, Great Walstead, Ardingly College, Burgess Hill Girls and Hurstpierpoint College.

Square Footage: 2,428 sq ft


Acreage: 2 Acres

Directions

From the A272, take the A275 south towards Lewes, through Chailey Green. Pass the Five Bells on the right and immediately take the next left into Cinder Hill (signposted Cornwell’s Bank). Proceed for about 0.7 of a mile, over a small stream and bridge, and the driveway leading up to Roeheath is the next left; continue to the far end.

Additional Info

Services: Oil fired central heating (underfloor heating to kitchen). Electric underfloor heating to all bathrooms. Mains electricity, water and drainage.

Agent’s notes: 1. Southern Water own and manage the sewage treatment plant that serves the nine properties at Roeheath. They have right of access to reach via the track over the paddock at Old Coach House Roeheath.
2. The shared driveway from Cinder Hill is owned by the Roeheath Residents Association. Each member contributes annually towards maintenance.
3. The Vinery has right of access over Old Coach House Roeheath’s driveway.

Outgoings: Lewes District Council, . Council tax band F.

Tenure: Freehold

EPC rating: D

Photographs taken: September 2024

Site Plan: Produced from Promap © Crown copyright and database rights 2024. OS AC . Not to scale. For identification only.

Cladding: We have been told that this property has no cladding. Purchasers should make enquiries about the external wall system of the property, if it has cladding and if it is safe or if there are interim measures in place.

Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Savills on . If there is any point which is of particular importance to you, we invite you to discuss this with us, especially before you travel to view the property.