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(All times and distances approximate) Internal Page1 Single Pic Inset SubHartfield Head Hall The main house comprises an attractive family home with a stunning double height reception hall, boasting numerous traditional features of a Wealden Hall House. Hartfield Hall is immaculately presented, with a striking blend of both modern interiors intertwined with an abundance of character. All rooms are Subwell proportioned, Head over three floors, totalling approximately 4,667 sq.ft. Notable features of the property include a captivating entrance/ dining hall with exposed timbers and a palatial galleried landing. The sizeable fitted kitchen boasts a large central island with breakfast bar, high quality appliances and glass double doors opening on to an extensive modern conservatory. The conservatory hosts full wrap around bi-fold doors, opening on to an expansive paved terrace, gardens and large ponds. The drawing room presents a magnitude of character in the form of a large inglenook fireplace and exposed timber beams. From an inner hall, a generous study, boot room, utility room and w.c. complete the ground floor accommodation. Hartfield Hall provides five bedrooms and four bathrooms, a number of which include recently modernised en suites. The master bedroom has a private staircase leading up to a full en Subsuite shower Head room, with fitted wardrobes and dressing room. An additional staircase from the galleried landing, leads you up to a considerably sized games/cinema room or a potential sixth bedroom, and a large family bathroom complete with luxurious fitted sauna. The Cottage In addition to the main residence, Hartfield Hall offers a beautiful detached cottage with features that mirror that of the main house. This property presents an excellent option for secondary accommodation, totalling approximately 1,439 sq.ft. The cottage comprises a large open plan fitted kitchen/dining room and spacious living room, with a stunning open fireplace. The living space leads through glass double doors in to a large conservatory, with steps looking down onto enticing views of the garden and river. The first floor presents a well sized master bedroom with fitted wardrobes and a dressing area, leading through to a large en suite bath and shower room. Internal Page 4 Pic Inset Internal Page 4 Pic Inset Internal Page1 Single Pic Inset SubGardens Head and Grounds Secure access to this substantial property is via remote controlled electric gates, opening to an extensive gravel driveway with ample parking, secluded courtyard and triple open bay garage. The grounds are beautifully maintained, and include areas of lawned gardens with flower borders, large ponds with Japanese Koi Carp Suband an abundance Head of mature trees. There are a multitude of outbuildings, including a large workshop, gym/games room, tractor shed and barn with attached w.c., and two further outbuildings in the grounds. In all, the property extends to about 3.86 acres. Situation Hartfield Hall is situated in an enviable position on the edge of the picturesque and historic village of Hartfield, which has a lovely sense of community, and within the Weald of Sussex which has been designated as an area of outstanding natural beauty. Hartfield offers a good range of local amenities including a store, primary school, nursery school, health centre, church, two public houses and the famous 'Pooh Corner' tea rooms, shop and museum. Ashdown Forest, with its many scenic walks and Winnie the Pooh's 'Pooh Sticks Bridge' is nearby. Forest Row offers a good Subrange of shopping Head facilities with a wider range of shopping and leisure facilities available at Tunbridge Wells and East Grinstead. Cowden and East Grinstead stations serve London Bridge/Victoria with Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge serving Charing Cross/ Cannon Street. The area is well known for its excellent choice of schools including Brambletye in East Grinstead, Michael Hall Steiner Waldorf at Forest Row, Lingfield College, Worth School at Turners Hill, Cumnor House Sussex and Handcross Park School in Haywards Heath, Tonbridge School and the Schools at Somerhill in Tonbridge, Holmewood House Preparatory School in Langton Green, and Ardingly College. Recreational facilities include golf at the Royal Ashdown, Chartham Park, The East Sussex National and The Nevill. There is also sailing and fishing at Bewl Water, Weirwood Reservoirs and on the south coast. Directions (TN7 4HA) From Tunbridge Wells, proceed on the A264 through Langton Green joining the B2110 through Groombridge and Withyham. Continue into Hartfield and onto the High Street (B2026). After leaving the High Street, turn left onto Jib Jacks Hill (sign posted B2026 Maresfield) and continue for 0.8 of a mile. The entrance to the property will be found on the right hand side. Internal Page Single Pic Inset Knight Frank I would be delighted to tell you more. Tunbridge Wells Knight47 High Frank Street SimonName Biddulph Name Tunbridge Wells 01892XXXXX 515 XXX 035 XXX XXXXX XXX XXX #CountyTN1 1XL [email protected]@knightfrank.com [email protected] knightfrank.co.uk Connecting people & property, perfectly. Fixtures and fittings: A list of the fitted carpets, curtains, light fittings and other items fixed to the property which are included in the sale (or may be available by separate negotiation) will be provided by the Seller's Solicitors. Important Notice: 1. Particulars: These particulars are not an offer or contract, nor part of one. You should not rely on statements by Knight Frank LLP in the particulars or by word of mouth or in writing (information) as being factually accurate about the property, its condition or its value. Neither Knight Frank LLP nor any joint agent has any authority to make any representations about the property, and accordingly any information given is entirely without responsibility on the part of the agents, seller(s) or lessor(s). 2. Photos, Videos etc: The photographs, property videos and virtual viewings etc. show only certain parts of the property as they appeared at the time they were taken. Areas, measurements and distances given are approximate only. 3. Regulations etc: Any reference to alterations to, or use of, any part of the property does not mean that any necessary planning, building regulations or other consent has been obtained. A buyer or lessee must find out by inspection or in other ways that these matters have been properly dealt with and that all information is correct. 4. VAT: The VAT position relating to the property may change without notice. 5. To find out how we process Personal Data, please refer to our Group Privacy Statement and other notices at https://www.knightfrank.com/legals/privacy-statement. Particulars dated February 2021. Photographs dated August 2018. Our ref. SPB/I:1097913. Knight Frank is the trading name of Knight Frank LLP. Knight Frank LLP is a limited liability partnership registered in England and Wales with registered number OC305934. Our registered office is at 55 Baker Street, London W1U 8AN where you may look at a list of members' names. If we use the term 'partner' when referring to one of our representatives, that person will either be a member, employee, worker or consultant of Knight Frank LLP and not a partner in a partnership. If you do not want us to contact you further about our services then please contact us by either calling 020 3544 0692, email to [email protected] or post to our UK Residential Marketing Manager at our registered office (above) providing your name and address. Internal Page Single Pic Full.
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