Wickham Way, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16

On the market for the first time: detached 1930s house with huge scope, in a sought after private road less than half a mile from the mainline station.

Description

Built in 1937, 37 Wickham Way is an attractive period home located in a sought-after private road on the northern side of Haywards Heath, only nine minutes’ walk from the mainline station and its elevated position affording some lovely views over the townscape. The house has remained in the same family for nearly 90 years and is on the market for the first time, and although in need of comprehensive renovation offers a new owner enormous scope to refurbish and/or extend (subject to the necessary consents).

The accommodation is arranged over two floors and extends to about 1,290 square feet, the full extent and layout of which can be seen on the floor plan.

Outside, the property is accessed via a gated pathway which leads across the front garden to the front door. There is gated access at the side of the house to the rear garden, which is mainly laid to lawn and well-enclosed by mature shrubs, rhododendron and hedging. A bank of mature shrubs and apple trees in the centre of the garden screens an overgrown former kitchen garden beyond.

Location

Wickham Way is a private road on the north side of Haywards Heath, about 0.4 of a mile (or nine minutes’ walk) from Haywards Heath station. Haywards Heath provides for day to day needs, with comprehensive shopping, leisure and entertainment available in Lewes (10 miles), Brighton (14 miles), and Royal Tunbridge Wells (20 miles).

Outdoor pursuits include golf, walking and riding; Sussex offers a superb cultural 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: Haywards Heath provides a fast and frequent commuter train service to London Victoria/London Bridge (journey time from 45 minutes) and Brighton.

The major surrounding areas can be accessed via the A272 linking with the A22 to the east and A23/M23/M25 to the west, providing fast access to London, the south coast, and Gatwick airport.

Schools: There is a good range of highly regarded state and independent schools in the area including Harlands Primary School, Warden Park Academy, Cumnor House, Great Walstead, Ardingly, Brighton and Hurstpierpoint Colleges, Burgess Hill School for Girls and Lewes Old Grammar School.

All times and distances are approximate; walking times taken from Google Maps.

Square Footage: 1,289 sq ft



Additional Info

Health and Safety: The glazed lean-to is in need of significant repair and it is advised that extra care is taken during viewings.

Agent Notes: Wickham Way is a private road and each property pays towards the cost of maintenance. Number 36’s contribution is £200 per annum.

Services: Gas fired central heating. Mains gas, electricity, water and drainage.

Outgoings: Mid Sussex District Council. Tax band F.

Photographs taken: June 2024.