COPWOOD HOUSE Uckfield, East Sussex

COPWOOD HOUSE uckfield, east sussex

Copwood House ROCKS ROAD w UCKFIELD w EAST SUSSEX w TN22 3PT Spacious family house with charm and superb outside spaces, set in lovely grounds with southerly views

Distances Uckfield station 1.6 miles w Lewes 8.7 miles w Haywards Heath 10 miles w Gatwick airport 23 miles All distances are approximate Copwood House Entrance hall w drawing room w dining room w kitchen/breakfast/family room w garden room w utility room w pantry w shower room Master bedroom with dressing room and en suite bathroom 3 further bedrooms w family bathroom w laundry room w WC w eaves storage Annexe: Open plan living room/kitchen w bedroom w dressing room/bedroom 2 w bathroom w eaves storage Outbuildings, Gardens & Grounds Summer house w pool house & timber machinery store w Heated outdoor pool w all weather tennis court w Terraces w Landscaped gardens w Kitchen garden Paddock, pond & woodland EPC rating E In all, about 18.2 acres

Savills Haywards Heath Chelsea House, 8-14 The Broadway, Haywards Heath, RH16 3AH

Rohan Vines 01444 446000 Your attention is drawn to the Important Notice [email protected] on the last page of the text. Copwood House A charming family house with part brick, part weather boarded elevations under a tiled roof, and set in lovely gardens with a superb outlook across its own land, Copwood House is believed to date from the 1950s. The property has a pleasing layout; the light and well- presented accommodation is arranged over two floors, with most rooms having a wonderful southerly outlook across the property’s own land. The full extent and layout of the house and annexe can be seen on the accompanying floorplans. Points of particular note include the triple aspect drawing room, an excellent space for formal entertaining with an impressive marble fireplace set with a wood-burning stove, and direct access to the dining room, and the garden room, which has French doors to the south facing terrace. The open plan kitchen/breakfast/family room is the hub of day to day life. The kitchen is well-equipped with a good range of wooden cabinetry and a separate pantry; the breakfast/ family room has plenty of space for table and chairs, and sofas. To the rear lies the utility/boot room and a shower room; there is access to the annexe. On the first floor, the dual aspect master bedroom is complemented by a dressing room and en suite bathroom; there are three further bedrooms, a family bathroom, separate WC and a laundry room situated on the first floor. The annexe offers a flexible space, suitable for guests and comprising a ground floor open plan living room/kitchen, and first floor bedroom, dressing room/bedroom 2 and bathroom. It has the benefit of its own private access, and can also be accessed from the main portion of the house on both floors. Gardens & Grounds The grounds are a particular feature of Copwood House. The property is approached via a long driveway from Rocks Road, leading past the neighbouring houses and turning into a short private drive with an electronically operated five bar gate. The gate opens to the parking area ahead of the house, with a further gate giving access to the fully enclosed paddock and pond which lie to the south of the house. To the front, the wisteria-clad front elevation creates a beautiful back-drop to the south-facing terrace. The major portion of the formal gardens lie to the rear of the property and have been cleverly landscaped into a series of outdoor rooms, creating a fantastic space for entertaining al fresco. Adjoining the house is a sunken terrace, with steps up to the heated outdoor pool; at the head is a large pergola, shaded by established vines and climbing plants, with ample space for dining table and chairs. Beyond is an outdoor bar with water and power connected, a spacious seating area and plumbing for a hot tub. The decked path leads on to the pool house, and behind the pool house is a fully enclosed, productive kitchen garden with adjoining chicken run. The lawn leads up to the all-weather tennis court and the summer house; a timber machinery store is situated in the north corner of the grounds, and there is woodland at the northwest boundary, creating a screen In all, about 18.2 acres. Agent’s Note The neighbouring properties have right of access over the first portion of the drive from Rocks Road. Copwood House, Uckfield, East Sussex

Drain Situation Additional Information Copwood House is situated in a lovely rural position, Directions: satnav postcode TN22 3PT on the outskirts of Uckfield in East Sussex, close to From Haywards Heath take the A272 east into Piltdown Ashdown Forest and the South Downs. Uckfield is within and turn right into Shortbridge Road. Keep left to stay on a couple of miles and is a bustling former market town Shortbridge Road and keep left onto Rocks Road. The offering a railway station, leisure centre, a number of driveway leading to Copwood House is on the right after high street and independent shops, various cafes and about 0.1 of a mile. restaurants, two supermarkets (Waitrose and Tesco) and an independent cinema, one of the oldest in the country. From Uckfield B2102, take Church Street west. Keep 43.1m forward onto Rocks Road and continue for just under a For a further variety of shops and recreational amenities mile; the driveway to Copwood House is on the left. the County Town of Lewes lies about 9 miles to the south, with the City of Brighton & Hove on the south On the shared drive, continue past Maple House and coast beyond. Haywards Heath and Royal Tunbridge turn right into the private entrance to Copwood House. Wells are also within easy reach. Sussex offers excellent Services: Gas fired central heating (LPG) ; mains and varied opportunities for a range of equestrian electricity and water; private drainage. and sporting pursuits, with many walks across the Butcher's Wood surrounding countryside, golf at Piltdown and East Outgoings: Wealden District Council, 01892 653311. Council tax band G. Sussex National, and sailing at the cost. The area Track has a vibrant cultural scene, with world-class opera Tenure: Freehold at Glyndebourne and the annual Brighton Festival Maple Cottage

Energy Performance: A copy of the full Energy Old Copwood presenting a huge programme of theatre, dance, Copwood House Performance Certificate is available on request. classical music and literary events. GP Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Savills on 01444 Uckfield offers a direct rail service to London Bridge 446000. (journey time from 80 minutes); Haywards Heath offers 49.5m services to Gatwick, London Bridge/Victoria and St If there is any point which is of particular importance Pancras International (from 45 minutes). The A22 lies to to you, we invite you to discuss this with us, especially the east, connecting to the A272, the A26 and the M25. before you travel to view the property. Area : 18.172 acres (7.354 ha) Gatwick airport 23 miles.

There are a number of highly regarded state and Copwood Farm independent schools in the area, including Little Track Horsted CEP School, Cumnor House, Great Walstead, Brambletye, Worth, Lewes Priory, Lewes Old Grammar School, Burgess Hill School for Girls and Eastbourne Pond College.

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Gross Internal Area (approx)

House = 237.0 sq m / 2551 sq ft (Excluding Eaves Storage) Dressing Bedroom Room 3.25 x 2.95 2.88 x 2.40 Annexe = 65.5 sq m / 705 sq ft (Excluding Eaves Storage) 10'8 x 9'8 9'5 x 7'10 Eaves Storage

= Reduced headroom below 1.5m / 5'0 Eaves Storage

Dressing Room Living Room / Kitchen Master Bedroom 6.45 x 4.45 Eaves 5.50 x 3.63 21'2 x 14'7 Bedroom Eaves Storage 18'1 x 11'11 Bedroom Laundry Bedroom 4.01 x 3.46 Storage 4.19 x 3.16 Room 3.16 x 3.06 13'2 x 11'4 13'9 x 10'4 10'4 x 10'0

First Floor Utility / Boot Room

Family Room 3.75 x 2.73 12'4 x 8'11 Dining Room 4.10 x 3.14 Pantry 13'5 x 10'4 Drawing Room 8.21 x 5.14 26'11 x 16'10 Kitchen / Entrance Breakfast Room Garden Room Hall 7.15 x 3.01 4.10 x 1.90 23'5 x 9'11 13'5 x 6'3

Ground Floor Savills Haywards Heath Chelsea House, IMPORTANT NOTICE 8-14 The Broadway, Haywards Heath, RH16 3AH 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 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 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 savills.co.uk any services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. Brochure prepared: July 2018. Photographs taken: April & May 2017. TP81027091 Brochure by floorplanz.co.uk