GUIDE PRICE £575,000 - £600,000

A rare opportunity to acquire a charming two-bedroom detached cottage, set within approximately 1.56 acres of private grounds, enjoying a secure gated entrance and direct access to Ashdown Forest with valuable Commoners Rights. The property also benefits from full planning permission for a substantial two-storey extension, creating a four-bedroom home and almost doubling the size.

Approached via secure gates, the property welcomes you with a generous driveway providing off-road parking for four or more vehicles. To the side is a substantial detached timber outbuilding, which has been significantly improved with a new roof and doors, creating a versatile workshop, garage or stable space.

The grounds are a particular highlight, with two separate gardens serving the cottage. The front garden enjoys a pleasant outlook and is bordered by the soundproof fencing road side the reduce the noise and increase privacy, while the enclosed side garden offers a private space for outdoor dining and entertaining. Beyond the gardens lies a beautiful field surrounded by mature trees and woodland, backing directly onto Ashdown Forest, with private access from both the field and the driveway.

Internally, the cottage retains plenty of character while benefiting from numerous recent improvements. The ground floor comprises two separate reception rooms, both with doors opening onto the front garden. The principal reception room features a recently installed wood-burning stove, creating a warm focal point. The kitchen offers ample worktop space and storage units, with a door leading directly to the enclosed side garden.

Upstairs are two well-proportioned double bedrooms, both retaining attractive feature fireplaces, together with a spacious family bathroom.

The current owners have invested considerably in upgrading the property, including new double-glazed units fitted to all original wooden sash windows, a new double-glazed entrance door to the study, new roof insulation, new consumer (fuse) units installed in both the house and outbuilding, and a new sewage treatment plant installed to current Environment Agency standards.

Offering an exceptional combination of character, privacy, extensive grounds, equestrian or hobby potential, and significant scope for enlargement through the existing planning permission, this is a truly unique countryside home in an enviable Ashdown Forest setting.

A rarely available and generously proportioned three-bedroom semi-detached family home, situated within the highly sought-after Foundry Gardens development. Arranged over three floors, this impressive property offers versatile living space combined with a welcoming community setting.

Upon entering, you are greeted by a central hallway providing access to a practical front-facing study, a convenient cloakroom, and a spacious, light-filled living room. The living area features a stylish built-in media wall and a Juliet balcony overlooking the garden. From the hallway, stairs lead both upwards to the bedrooms and down to the kitchen/diner.

The kitchen/diner is an excellent size, boasting upgraded quartz worktops, integrated appliances, and ample wall-mounted units. A separate utility room adds further practicality. The dining area comfortably accommodates a large table and chairs and is enhanced by a second Juliet balcony, offering views over the south-west facing garden.

On the top floor, there are three well-proportioned bedrooms and a family bathroom. The impressive principal bedroom (approximately 14' x 12') benefits from high-quality built-in wardrobes, an en-suite shower room, and its own Juliet balcony. Bedroom two also includes built-in wardrobes, while bedroom three remains a generous double room at approximately 11' x 10'.

Externally, the property features a beautifully maintained south-west facing garden with rear access. A recently upgraded patio area provides an ideal space for outdoor entertaining, with the added benefit of no overlooking neighbours to the rear. To the front, there is a driveway providing off-road parking for two vehicles, along with additional visitor parking nearby. The home also benefits from an electric vehicle charging point and a partially converted internal garage. The garage has been divided into two sections, with the front used for storage and the rear currently serving as a fully powered gym space.

A rare opportunity to purchase a well-positioned four-bedroom detached family home on Trenches Road, offered to the market for the first time since its original construction. Occupying a generous plot, the property benefits from spacious accommodation throughout, attractive gardens, ample off-street parking, and excellent scope for a purchaser to put their own stamp on the home.

The accommodation is entered via a welcoming entrance hall, which provides access to the ground-floor rooms and the staircase to the first floor. The living room is a particularly impressive space, enjoying an abundance of natural light and direct access to the sunny rear garden through sliding patio doors. This room leads through to the dining room, creating an ideal layout for family living. The dining room also benefits from its own set of sliding doors to the garden and also flows seamlessly into the kitchen.

The kitchen is fitted with a range of units offering ample worktop and storage space, together with a gas hob, oven and electric grill. There is also a useful understairs storage cupboard, while the boiler is conveniently housed within the kitchen.

On the first floor, the landing provides access to all four bedrooms and the family bathroom. The principal bedroom is located at the front of the property and benefits from a built-in wardrobe, along with an adjoining office area that offers excellent potential to create a generous en-suite bathroom or dressing room, subject to any necessary consents. The remaining three bedrooms are all well-proportioned, each featuring built-in wardrobes. The family bathroom completes the first-floor accommodation.

Externally, the property continues to impress. The rear garden is a particular highlight, being predominantly laid to lawn with a patio seating area, creating a wonderful space to enjoy the outdoors. Side access leads to the front of the property, while a separate door provides direct access to the attached garage.

To the front, the property is set back from the road behind a pleasant garden and benefits from a private driveway providing ample off-street parking. The attached garage can be accessed both internally from the rear garden and externally via the up-and-over door to the front.

Overall, this is a fantastic family home in a sought-after location, offering generous living space and a rare opportunity to purchase a property that has remained in the same ownership since new.

This impressive four-bedroom 3 bath/ shower room detached home offers spacious, contemporary accommodation, finished to a high standard throughout and thoughtfully designed for modern family living, positioned within a highly popular location close to local amenities and mainline train station with a south westerly facing rear garden. Stepping inside, you are greeted by a welcoming entrance hall. To the left, a generous living room featuring elegant paneling and provides a comfortable space for relaxing or entertaining guests. The heart of the home is the beautifully designed kitchen diner, complete with a central island, a range of integrated appliances, and ample storage. A dining table is thoughtfully positioned within the kitchen, making it ideal for family meals or hosting friends. Patio doors from the kitchen diner create a bright and airy atmosphere while seamlessly connecting the indoor and outdoor living spaces. The ground floor also benefits from a convenient WC and useful storage cupboards, adding to the practicality of the layout.

Upstairs, you will find four well-proportioned bedrooms. The principal bedroom and second bedroom each benefit from their own stylish en-suite shower room, offering privacy and convenience. The family bathroom serves the remaining bedrooms and is fitted with contemporary fixtures and a sleek finish. The third bedroom features a Juliette balcony, while the fourth bedroom has been configured as a dressing room, with the flexibility to be reinstated as a bedroom if desired. Outside, the property enjoys a well-maintained south west facing rear garden, providing a private space for outdoor seating, entertaining, or family enjoyment. The garden also offers direct access to the garage, adding to the practicality of the outdoor space. Additional highlights include off-road parking and a integrated garage. The entire home has been immaculately presented and finished to a high standard, combining comfort, functionality, and contemporary style throughout. This outstanding property presents an exceptional opportunity for families or those seeking a spacious and beautifully maintained home in a desirable location.

A stunning and significantly upgraded four-bedroom family home, occupying an attractive corner plot within a quiet cul-de-sac and enjoying the rare benefit of an outlook across ancient woodland bordering both the rear and side of the property.

The property also benefits from access to the woodland strip that runs throughout the development, providing the wonderful opportunity to enjoy woodland walks directly from the doorstep.

Upon entering the property, you are welcomed by a spacious entrance hallway providing access to the ground-floor accommodation. To the left is a front-facing study, ideal for those working from home, while to the right sits a generous living room featuring a striking fireplace and a large window overlooking the front of the property. The living room flows seamlessly into the impressive rear extension, creating a fantastic open-plan and versatile living space. Flooded with natural light from two large Velux windows, this area incorporates a generous dining space, additional room for relaxing and entertaining, and a recently fitted kitchen finished to a high specification.

The kitchen offers a range of wall and base units, complemented by generous 30mm deep Silestone work surfaces and full-height matching splashbacks. Further features include a central island, a four-ring gas hob, two fitted Bosch ovens, and recently fitted integrated Bosch dishwasher and washing machine. The space is further complemented by a freestanding Haier American-style fridge freezer.

Both the kitchen and dining areas benefit from large sliding doors opening onto the beautifully landscaped rear garden, creating an excellent connection between indoor and outdoor living. The garden enjoys an attractive outlook across the ancient woodland bordering the rear and side of the property and features a recently laid Indian sandstone patio, providing an ideal space for outdoor dining, entertaining and relaxation. Further benefits to the ground floor include side access and a convenient downstairs WC.

Ascending to the first floor, the landing provides access to all four bedrooms. Each bedroom is generously proportioned and benefits from integrated wardrobe space, while the front-facing bedrooms also benefit from fitted shutters. The principal bedroom further enjoys its own en-suite shower room, while the remaining three bedrooms are served by a well-appointed family bathroom.

Externally, the property boasts an attractive frontage with steps leading up to the entrance. The corner plot provides an appealing position within the cul-de-sac, with a driveway offering off-road parking alongside an attached single garage.

Overall, this is a beautifully presented and thoughtfully extended family home, combining spacious and versatile accommodation with a high-quality finish and a particularly desirable setting. With ancient woodland bordering the property and woodland walks available directly from the doorstep, this exceptional home offers the perfect balance of modern family living and a peaceful natural environment.

Price Range £550,000 to £600,000

Nestled within a peaceful close, this partly renovated two-bedroom home offers a rare chance to complete and personalise a beautifully designed space. With many high-quality finishes already in place and full planning permission to extend into a three-bedroom layout, it presents exciting scope for buyers seeking a bespoke home with character and potential.

The newly installed Lusso London kitchen features solid wood cabinetry, oak worktops, a porcelain-topped island, and premium Miele appliances, creating a space that’s both stylish and practical. The bright living room opens onto a private, sun-drenched courtyard leading to a generous split-level garden, offering excellent potential for landscaping and outdoor entertaining. Plumbing for a ground-floor WC is already installed, ready for completion to the buyer’s taste.

Upstairs, the main bedroom enjoys an en suite shower room and ample light, while the second double bedroom benefits from elevated views across the Ashdown Forest. Existing plans allow for the roof pitch to be raised, adding a Juliet balcony and new en suite to transform this space into a stunning principal suite, enhancing both the home’s versatility and long-term value.