STYLISHLY PRESENTED FORMER FORESTER’S COTTAGE ON WITH PLANNING PERMISSION FOR SUBSTANTIAL EXTENSION island cottage , east island cottage, isle of thorns, chelwood gate, , rh17 7de w Entrance hall w sitting room w kitchen & dining room w cloakroom w boot room w master bedroom with en suite shower room w 3 further bedrooms w family bathroom w boiler rooms w detached stone garden store/workshop w gated driveway & parking area w gardens w about 0.3 of an acre w EPC rating E

Description Situated in a superb rural location on Ashdown Forest, Island Cottage is a very attractive former Forester’s cottage believed to be about 300 years old. While having all the charm and character of a period property, it benefits from being unlisted and was the subject of thorough refurbishment when it was acquired by the current owners in 2011, works including a new roof, bespoke replacement sash windows, and a new oil tank and boiler. In addition, planning permission was granted in 2015 to considerably enlarge the property, by way of a two storey extension to the eastern side and a further single storey linking the house to an existing stone outbuilding. Internally, Island Cottage is tastefully presented with a pleasing combination of modern and traditional design: points of note include stripped wood floors, an exposed stone wall in the kitchen, seagrass carpeting, and a stylish muted colour palette throughout. The sitting room is dual aspect and features an elegant stone fireplace with freestanding cast iron hearth; French doors opening to the terrace are surrounded by bespoke bookshelving. The kitchen and dining room has a range of freestanding solid wood units, ample space for a dining table and a simple open fireplace with slate hearth. The master bedroom on the first floor is fitted with a range of bespoke wardrobes and has a superbly appointed en suite shower room with grey and white marble-topped basin and shower surround. There are two further bedrooms on the first floor and another on the second floor, served by the family bathroom. Outside Island Cottage is approached via private driveway from which a wooden five bar gate opens to the cottage’s gravelled private parking area. The mature garden lies mainly to the south and east of the house and is well enclosed by laurel and holly hedging, mainly laid to lawn, and with a lavender-edged stone terrace extending across the south of the house. A second brick terrace with raised well lies to the north of the house and offers a secluded further seating area. In all, about 0.3 of an acre. Planning Permission Planning permission was granted 9 December 2015 for a part double/ part single storey extension, which would create a large open plan kitchen, dining and family room with utility room and new entrance porch, and an impressive master suite on the first floor. Council ref: WD/2015/2449/F. Agent’s Note Island Cottage benefits from a vehicular right of way over the driveway leading to the house, which is owned by Isle of Thorns House.

Situation Island Cottage is situated in the East Sussex village of Chelwood Gate, on Ashdown Forest. The forest has national protection due to its wildlife, and extends to over 6,500 acres offering miles of outstanding walks and bridle trails on the doorstep. Chelwood Gate and the neighbouring village of Danehill have popular public houses; for day to day shopping needs the larger village of is within 3.5 miles. Comprehensive Shopping: Haywards Heath, , Tunbridge Wells and Brighton. Mainline Rail Service: Haywards Heath 7.7 miles ( Bridge/ Victoria from 46 minutes) and East Grinstead 7 miles (London Bridge/ Victoria from 56 minutes) www.southernrailway.co.uk Schools: There is a good selection of highly regarded schools in the area, both state and independent, including Danehill C of E Primary School, Chailey Secondary School, Cumnor House (only 1.4 miles), Brambletye, Great Walstead and Ashdown House preparatory schools, School and Ardingly College. www.westsussex.gov.uk/ccm/navigation/education

Directions Head north on the A275 into Chelwood Gate, pass The Red Lion public house and then the Cats Protection centre on the right hand side. The driveway leading to Island Cottage is the next on the right, flanked by low white bollards. Keep right where the driveway forks and Island Cottage can be found towards the end of the driveway, through an electrically operated five bar gate.

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

Outgoings Wealden District Council, 01892 653311. Tax band G. Tenure Freehold Energy Performance A copy of the full Energy Performance Certificate is available upon request. Viewing Strictly by appointment with Savills Total gross internal area: 156.5 sq m / 1684 sq ft Outbuilding = 14.9 sq m / 160 sq ft Stores = 3.6 sq m / 38 sq ft = Reduced headroom below 1.5m / 5'0 Total = 175.0 sq m / 1883 sq ft

Garden Workshop 5.25 x 3.72 17'3 x 12'2

Dn Bedroom 7.27 x 5.05 23'10 x 16'7

Outbuilding (Not Shown In Actual Location / Orientation) Store Second Floor Store

Bedroom 3.05 x 2.67 Up 10'0 x 8'9 Kitchen / Dining Room Sitting Room 6.62 x 3.07 6.60 x 3.68 21'9 x 10'1 Dn 21'8 x 12'1 Master Bedroom Bedroom 3.82 x 3.71 3.81 x 3.14 12'6 x 12'2 12'6 x 10'4 Up

IN Ground Floor First Floor

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