Jack Fullers Oxley Green | Brightling | | East | TN32 5HD

Jack Fullers V2.indd 1 27/10/2017 11:42 Seller Insight

Named after the 18th century politician and ‘great English eccentric’ Jack Fuller, this former coaching inn enjoys a picturesque setting within the glorious countryside. The property was purchased by the current owner a little over eleven years ago, and has since been beautifully and very thoughtfully renovated throughout. “Jack Fuller, as well as being Squire of Brightling, a philanthropist and politician, was also an enthusiastic builder of follies,” says Richard, “and when he requested permission to build a his very own tomb – in the shape of a pyramid – in the churchyard at Brightling, it was granted with the proviso that he move the village pub. So he did just that, and it was relocated to the charming hamelt of Oxley’s Green. I’ve been aware of the pub’s existence for many years, and somewhat disheartened to see it fall into a severe state of disrepair, so when it came up for sale in 2006 I jumped at the chance to buy it and sympathetically transform it into a really lovely home.”

“The pub had lain empty for a good few years before I purchased it and unfortunately, during that time much of the interior including the lovely original features had been stripped out. What I’ve tried to do is convert it into a really beautiful family home, but one that retains all of its wonderful character and charm. So I’ve reinstated period features, added new oak flooring, stripped the lovely old beams and installed a really nice kitchen and bathrooms that although very up to date, don’t look out of place in this beautiful old building. It still has a bit of a pub feel and the layout is much as it would have been – particularly in the main living area, which is very open plan – but each section is zoned so there’s a nice degree of separation. It’s a large, very comfortable and good looking family home and I’m extremely pleased with what I’ve achieved.”

“What was once the pub car park has been totally grassed over, so the garden is now a very generous size; in fact it would be entirely possible to section it off if one wanted to keep a horse here,” continues Richard. “It backs onto open farmland, so it’s completely private, and because there’s very little passing traffic it’s also a very peaceful space and the views are breathtaking.”

“The house is stunning, but my favourite part is probably the adjoining coach house,” says Richard. “We have often used it for musical events and it’s also a great space for family and friend functions. It has the most beautiful vaulted ceiling, a minstrels’ gallery and a lovely big fireplace. I’d say that the possibilities for its use are endless.”

“Oxley’s Green is a lovely little hamlet of just six houses, and we all get on extremely well,” says Richard. “Then just under a mile up the road is Brightling, which is a thriving village with lots going on. And even though the house sits in this beautiful rural setting, the transport links are actually very good, so it’s relatively easy to get just about anywhere.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

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This stunning property has been known by many names over the years, including The Fullers Arms and more recently Jack Outside, the grounds are approximately 2/3rds of an acre in Fuller’s pub and restaurant. Local history tells the tale that size, with mature trees and shrubs, a lovely large raised landowner John ‘Mad Jack’ Fuller had to move the local pub terrace, good size vegetable plots, two lawns and access to away from the village churchyard in order that he could gain the garage and workshop. permission to build his pyramid style mausoleum. The pub at that time was known as The Green Man and it was moved to The location is sought after, being close to both the hamlet the new site and became the building that stands today. of Brightling and to Robertsbridge village, with both being designated as lying within an area of outstanding natural Converted from a public house and restaurant in 2006, the beauty. Robertsbridge has a variety of local facilities including house has been lovingly restored and transformed by the an outstanding bakery and also boasts a mainline train current owners into a spacious family home. The front station with services to and the South Coast. The elevations are of mellow sandstone, with some exposed major town of Tunbridge Wells is around sixteen miles away, sandstone feature walls inside, while the later rear elevations and the coastal town of is around twelve miles are of red and grey brick. Attached is the former coach away, both being accessed by the A21. house, which is currently used as an annexe to the main house and provides garaging and is sometimes used as a There are a selection of very good schools in Robertsbridge, music room. This space houses the most amazing inglenook namely Primary and Robertsbridge Community fireplace with wood burner, a minstrels’ gallery and a superb College, and further afield are the excellent private schools vaulted beamed ceiling. Another feature is the set of half of Claremont, Vinehall and Battle Abbey. moon ‘Lunette’ windows to the front. This building provides the potential to convert into a self contained annex or THE HOUSE holiday let, subject to the necessary planning and listed building consents being obtained. ENTRANCE Multi paned front door leads into the open plan reception rooms. The main house still retains some original features and the reception rooms are arranged as a large, almost open plan, SITTING ROOM Multi paned bay window to front. Feature area with feature sandstone walls, red brick pillars and with mellow sandstone wall to the front. Lovely large Inglenook the polished wooden bar still in place. There are wonderful fireplace with feature polished wooden bresummer beam open inglenook fireplaces and lovely mellow coloured over, and a brick surround and hearth. Cast iron wood beamed ceilings throughout the downstairs area. The kitchen burning stove. Built in cupboard to one side of the fireplace. is fitted with bespoke oak units with a central island, and Door leading through to the old toilet block. Large open leads to a large utility room off to one side. Also on the archway with divide leading through to the kitchen. Beamed ground floor is the former toilet block, a set of three rooms ceiling. Carpeted. which potentially could be altered to become a gym or playroom. MUSIC ROOM/ FAMILY ROOM Multi paned bay window to the front and further window to the side. Mellow Upstairs there are five good sized bedrooms to the first sandstone finish to the front wall. Fitted former bar with floor, with the master bedroom having an en-suite shower polished wooden worktop and feature brick pillars. Open room and lovely views over the countryside. As well as chimney breast finished in red brick with cast iron grate and having two existing attic bedrooms on the second floor, slate hearth. Built in wooden display cabinet and shelving. there is also the possibility of converting the other loft space Beamed ceiling. Door leading out to the coach house lobby. into more accommodation, should it be required and subject Central staircase to the first floor. Carpeted. to gaining consents.

Jack Fullers V2.indd 4 27/10/2017 11:42 LOBBY Wooden doors to both front and rear. Connecting block top. Feature fireplace with bresummer beam over, now BEDROOM 3 Multi paned window to the front. Fitted wash ENSUITE Window to the rear. Double shower cubicle with door to the coach house. Tiled flooring. Door leading to the houses the range cooker and matching units either side. hand basin to one corner. Beamed ceiling. Carpeted. power shower. Victorian style high level W.C. Vanity wash cloakroom. Open framework to the sitting room. Beamed ceiling. hand basin set in a stand with cupboards under. Part tiled Wooden flooring. Door to the utility room. BATHROOM Multi paned window to rear. Fitted suite walls and flooring. CLOAKROOM Window to the rear. W.C. and wash hand comprising bath with Victorian style mixer tap and shower basin. Tiled flooring. UTILITY ROOM Wooden stable door to the rear. Multi head. W.C. Wash hand basin. Tiled splash backs and tiled BEDROOM 5 Sash window to the rear. Fitted cupboard and paned window to the rear. Range of fitted units with inset flooring. fitted shelving. Carpeted. DINING ROOM French doors open out onto the terrace. sink. Space for washing machines and tumble dryers, plus Multi paned window to the rear. Feature fireplace with extra space for fridges and freezers. Fitted pantry cupboard. BEDROOM 4 Multi paned window to the front. Fitted BEDROOM 2 Sash window to the rear. Range of wall to wall wooden surround and inset cast iron fire. Return section of Tiled flooring. cupboard.Wash hand basin fitted to one corner. Beamed fitted wardrobes and cupboard housing the boilers and tank. the original pub bar with a range of fitted cupboards under ceiling. Carpeted. Built in shower cubicle to one corner in the alcove with and a lovely polished wooden top. Feature brick base. ORIGINAL TOILET BLOCK Inner hallway leading to three power shower. Carpeted. Beamed ceiling. Open framework to the breakfast area. separate toilet areas. Ideal for conversion into a gym or INNER HALL Feature exposed sandstone wall. Study area. Carpeted. playroom subject to the necessary planning being obtained. Fitted airing cupboard. Access to loft space to the rear of the LANDING Small second floor landing leading to the attic Access to loft space. house. Door leading to the stairs to the second floor bedrooms. Carpeted. BREAKFAST AREA Multi paned window to the rear. Fitted bedrooms. Carpeted. bookcase. Further fitted cupboards under the original bar. CELLAR Accessed from the kitchen and from outside. Three ATTIC BEDROOM 1 Window to the side. Beamed ceiling Central brick pillar and beams open to the kitchen. Hatch to areas within – one formerly the beer store, one formerly the MASTER BEDROOM Fitted sash windows overlook the and walls. Carpeted. the cellar. Beamed ceiling. Oak wooden flooring. wine store, plus a workshop area. Power and lighting. rear garden and the views beyond. Feature exposed sandstone wall. Fitted feature fireplace with cast iron back ATTIC BEDROOM 2 Window to the side. Beamed ceiling KITCHEN Multi paned window overlooking the rear garden. LANDING Window to the front. Access to bedrooms and and slate hearth. Fitted cupboard. Carpeted. Door to en- and walls. Carpeted. Range of fitted bespoke oak units with matching butchers inner hallway. Carpeted. suite. block tops and matching granite tops. Inset deep butler sink. Central island unit with range of cupboards under and oak

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RECEPTION ROOM Coaching style doors to the front providing access. Feature half moon style ‘Lunette’ windows to the front. Large open plan area with high vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, and drop lighting. Feature inglenook fireplace with polished wooden bresumer beam, brick surround and cast iron wood burner. Storage heaters. Further windows and folding patio doors open out onto the terrace. Fitted minstrels’ gallery with beautiful turned wooden spindles. Solid wooden flooring. Door to cloakroom and door to lobby. Doors at the front also provide vehicular access as garaging.

CLOAKROOM Window to the rear. W.C. Wash hand basin. Tiled flooring.

OUTSIDE

GARAGE Wooden garage with opening door to the front.

WORKSHOP Attached to the garage with power and light.

REAR GARDEN Large terrace spanning the whole length of the house with steps leading down to the lawn and down to the rear courtyard. Brick built barbecue and outside cooking area. Fenced area providing screening for the LPG tanks. New fencing to the front perimeter and hedged rear perimeter. Selection of mature shrubs, plants and trees, including fruit trees. Pathway to the former pub car park, which is now another area of garden with raised vegetable beds, outside shed and fenced off enclosure containing sewage access. Additional vehicular access at the front with a five bar gate.

FRONT GARDEN Open plan with walled perimeter and flower beds. Pathway to the front door. Fenced area to the front of the coach house.

Jack Fullers V2.indd 6 27/10/2017 11:42 Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright © 2017 Fine & Country Ltd. Company Reg No. 06959315 Registered Office: Morgan Alexander Kent Ltd (formerly Fine & Country Kent Ltd.) 36 King Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1BS. Printed 27.10.2017

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