Batsford Farm House

Batsford Farm House Rushlake Green w Nr Heathfield East Sussex w TN21 9QT Batsford Farm House A CHARMING GRADE II LISTED FARMHOUSE TUCKED AWAY IN THIS WONDERFUL RURAL SETTING

1.5 miles Rushlake Green, 5.3 miles Heathfield, 11.6 miles Stonegate station, 15 miles Eastbourne, 17 miles Tunbridge Wells (all mileages are approximate)

entrance hall sitting room dining room kitchen/breakfast room cloakroom 4 bedrooms 2 bathrooms detached garage block incorporating an annexe comprising bedroom, shower room and utility room log store established south facing garden pond about 1.32 acres in total, including ownership of a long shared driveway serving two other properties EPC = F (annexe)

DESCRIPTION Batsford Farm House is a quintessential late medieval farmhouse nestled in the heart of the rolling Wealden countryside at the end of a long track about five miles southeast of the market town of Heathfield, between the pretty villages of Rushlake Green and Bodle Street Green. For commuters, Stonegate station lies about 11.6 miles to the north, providing services to London (Charing Cross/Cannon Street) and there is a good choice of schools in the area.

The property enjoys a rural outlook to all sides within established gardens with a southerly aspect and has been lovingly restored with extensive bespoke oak joinery which merges seamlessly with the aged oak, including wall and ceiling beams, drop latch doors and leaded light windows, to create a delightful country home.

The characterful accommodation comprises a generously proportioned sitting room with a wide Inglenook fireplace housing a wood burning stove and French doors opening out to the garden, a dining room, a kitchen/ breakfast room complete with an Aga, together with four good-sized bedrooms and two bathrooms.

In addition, the detached double garage to the eastern side of the house encompasses a useful first floor self-contained one bedroom annexe or studio/office. The garden surrounds the house, amounting to about 0.64 of an acre, with a magnificent English oak and a raised flagstone terrace edged with wisteria to the rear, providing a lovely vantage point for enjoyment of the idyllic surroundings. Steps lead down from the terrace to a sweeping lawn bounded by hedging and mature trees and adjoining open fields. A copse of fruit trees, including apples and a medlar and a wildlife pond in the corner provides lovely focal points.

Rights of Way A public footpath runs along the private drive owned by Batsford Farm House, passes the front of the property and on through the neighbouring garden. Please see the boundary plan for details.

SITUATION Batsford Farmhouse is situated in an idyllic rural location, about a mile and a half from the picturesque village of Rushlake Green within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Dallington and Punnetts Town offer well-regarded village primary schools, whilst Heathfield Community College covers secondary level. Independent schools in the area include Vine Hall Preparatory in Robertsbridge, Claremont near Battle, Battle Abbey School, Bedes Senior School in Upper Dicker and the public and prep schools in Eastbourne.

The Battle Road (B2096 3.4 miles) links to the A267 (via Newick Lane to Mayfield) and heads north to Tunbridge Wells (17 miles) then via the A21 to the M25 providing access to Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and the Channel Tunnel.

Services: Oil-fired central heating. Mains water and electricity. Private drainage.

Outgoings: Wealden District Council – (01323) 443322. Tax Band G.

Directions: From Tunbridge Wells, head south on the A267 (Frant Road) for about nine miles, passing through Frant, Mark Cross and Argos Hill. At the roundabout, take the first exit towards Mayfield, then the right-hand turning sign-posted Knowle Hill. Continue straight ahead into Newick Lane and follow this road to the end and turn left onto the A265. After a short distance take the right hand turning onto the B2096 and remain on this road through Cade Street, then turn right into Marklye Lane towards Rushlake Green. On reaching the village green turn left towards Woods Corner, Dallington and Battle, then bear left and turn immediately right into Bodle Street Road. After about about a mile, turn right into Iwood Lane and continue for about 0.7 of a mile to Eygpt House on the right. Take the unmade track on the right and Batsford Farmhouse will be found on the left near the end.

VIEWING Strictly by appointment with Savills on 01892 507000. 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. Batsford Farmhouse Gross internal area (approx.) Restricted height House - 201.4 sq m (2167 sq ft) Annexe / Garage - 67.4 sq m (725 sq ft)

ANNEXE

Utility room Bedroom Bedroom 5.46 x 2.75 6.31 x 2.89 17'11'' x 9'0'' 3.16 x 2.98 10'4'' x 9'9'' 20'8'' x 9'5''

Bedroom 3.53 x 2.32 11'7'' x 7'7'' Garage 5.49 x 5.35 18'0'' x 17'6'' Bedroom First floor 6.96 x 3.07 22'10'' x 10'1''

First floor Kitchen / Breakfast room Log store Sitting room 5.76 x 4.78 Dining room 4.64 x 4.30 18'11'' x 15'8'' 7.69 x 4.82 15'2'' x 14'1'' 25'2'' x 15'10'' 4.76 x 2.94 15'7'' x 9'7''

Ground floor Ground floor Savills Tunbridge Wells 53 High Street, Tunbridge Wells TN1 1XU Important Notice Savills, their clients and any joint agents give notice that: 1. They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here or elsewhere, either on their [email protected] own behalf or on behalf of their client or otherwise. They assume no responsibility for any statement that may be made in these particulars. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and 01892 507000 must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, images and plans are for guidance only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. savills.co.uk Photographs Taken February and May 2018 Brochure Prepared May 2019 SK:915020