Beech Green Lane, Withyham, Hartfield, East Sussex, TN7 4DB a Charming Attached Three Bedroom Character Cottage Nestled in a Tucked-Away Semi-Rural Position
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HOPS Beech Green Lane, Withyham, Hartfield, East Sussex, TN7 4DB A charming attached three bedroom character cottage nestled in a tucked-away semi-rural position Entrance hall sitting room dining room family room kitchen laundry/utility room master bedroom with en suite shower room 2 further bedrooms family bathroom mature gardens with studio sheds parking area about 0.24 acres EPC = F Description This delightful period cottage enjoys a good level of privacy and is beautifully presented, with living space opening out to pretty established gardens for full enjoyment of the lovely setting and three good-sized double bedrooms. Believed to have originally been part of the Buckhurst Estate, with the oldest part dating back to the 1700s, the property has been improved over the years, yet retains many characterful features. The pretty village of Withyham is about a mile from the property and lies between Groombridge and Hartfield. The village enjoys a good local community including a primary school, church, public house, village hall and a cricket club. For those needing to commute, Ashurst mainline station is about 3.1 miles from the property, offering direct services to London Bridge from 52 minutes, whilst Tunbridge Wells (about 8 miles) takes from 47 minutes, with Charing Cross from 52 minutes. Further points of note include: character features including leaded-light windows, exposed beams, drop-latch panel doors and wood flooring; pedestrian gate from the road opening to a pretty front garden with a gravel path leading up to an oak front door; door to the rear opening into an inner hall with fitted bookshelves and part-panelled walls; characterful south-facing sitting room in the oldest part of the house featuring a Jetmaster stove on a flagstone hearth with an oak bressumer over, a large bay window framing a lovely outlook to the front and double doors out; two dual-aspect reception rooms with double doors out to the garden comprising a family room with painted brick-work, built-in shelving and a Jetmaster stove, and a dining room; contemporary-style fitted kitchen opening out to the garden to two sides, with integrated appliances including a 4-ring electric hob, steam oven, fan oven, fridge, dishwasher and a coffee maker; separate laundry/utility room with a Belfast sink, quarry-tiled floor and space for appliances; family bathroom and three bedrooms on the first floor, all enjoying an outlook over the gardens, including a spacious master bedroom with built-in wardrobes and a well-appointed en suite shower room. Outside: The established gardens are a major feature of the property, surrounding the house to three sides and offering a high degree of privacy, with a wide paved terrace accessed from the living areas to “bring the outside in”. Gravel pathways edged with deep herbaceous borders meander through different areas with many mature trees and delightful corners offering shade or sun, depending on the time of day. A parterre-style garden with raised beds to the north side of the terrace, links through to a path leading through a lawned area studded with specimen trees and shrubs to a good-sized garden studio, with power connected at the end, set against a backdrop of rhododendron and evergreens. Access: Hops is the first of four properties accessed via a shared rural track leading through woodland from Beech Green Lane. The track to Hops bears off to the right, leading to a parking/turning area in front of a gate providing access to the rear door of the property. Situation The property is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, within Lyewood Common, about a mile from Withyham and about 8 miles south of Tunbridge Wells. The Ashdown Forest is about two miles away and the larger villages of Hartfield (2.3 miles) and Groombridge (2.9 miles) both offer a choice of local amenities. The area is superb for walking and cycling, with the High Weald Landscape Trail nearby. More comprehensive amenities are available in Crowborough (about 6 miles) and East Grinstead (about 9.2 miles). Schools: St Michael’s Primary School in Withyham, Ofsted Rating “Good”. Preparatory schools include Holmewood House (Langton Green), Rose Hill (Tunbridge Wells), Ashdown House, Brambletye and Michael Hall Steiner Waldorf (Forest Row). Independent senior schools in Tunbridge Wells, Sevenoaks, Mayfield and Eastbourne and Kent grammar schools (entry via performance in 11-plus exam) in Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells. Directions: Note: if using SATNAV use the post code TN7 4DD. From our offices in Tunbridge Wells proceed out of town on the Langton Road (A264). Continue into Groombridge village. At the roundabout take the second exit (B2110) and stay on this road for approximately 2.1 miles before turning right at Withyham into Station Road, signposted to Balls Green and Blackham. Continue past the school, over the river, up the hill and, after a left-hand bend, into Beech Green Lane. The track to Hops will be seen shortly afterwards, after the sign for East Cottage on the right-hand side. Turn into the track and bear first right to Hops. Services: Mains oil-fired central heating. Mains water, electricity and drainage. Outgoings: Wealden District Council: 01892 653311. Tax Band F. Viewing: Strictly by appointment with Savills on 01892 507000. Floor Plans Gross Internal Area (approx) House = 145.0 sq m / 1560 sq ft Studio = 14.8 sq m / 159 sq ft T Up Bedroom 3.77 x 3.19 B 12'4 x 10'6 Laundry / Utility 2.96 x 1.66 Sitting Room Family Room 9'9 x 5'5 5.72 x 3.63 Bedroom Dn 3.91 x 3.34 18'9 x 11'11 5.34 x 4.03 Up 12'10 x 10'11 17'6 x 13'3 Bedroom 3.80 x 2.59 12'6 x 8'6 IN Dn Ground Floor Dining Room First Floor 3.89 x 3.12 12'9 x 10'3 Studio 3.87 x 3.87 12'8 x 12'8 Kitchen 4.86 x 2.66 15'11 x 8'9 (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) Important Notice Savills Tunbridge Wells Savills, their clients and any joint agents notice that: 1: They are not authorised to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property either here [email protected] 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. 01892 507000 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, photographs and plans are for guidelines only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all the 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 SK:715010. Brochure by floorplanz.co.uk.