SOLD
2 reception rooms
4/5 bedrooms
Cellar
Large Attic
Gardens
Excellent commuter links
The Croft, Five Ashes, East Sussex
A substantial late georgian farmhouse with later additions in need of complete renovation and modernisation offering potential over four storeys situated in the sought after Mayfield parish.
SITUATION
The Croft is situated on the southern edge of the village of Five
Ashes which has a public house, church, primary school and the
highly regarded Skippers Hill Preparatory School. The picturesque
village of Mayfield is some 2 miles to the northeast and has an
excellent range of local shops and amenities catering for day to day
needs, a well regarded primary school and the renowned St
Leonards]Mayfield School for girls. The towns of Heathfield and
Crowborough are approximately 3 and 6 miles distant respectively
offering additional shopping facilities. The Royal Spa Town of
Tunbridge Wells is about 12 miles to the north offering a
comprehensive range of shopping and leisure facilities whilst the
coast at Eastbourne is a half hour drive to the south. Transport
links in the area are excellent with the nearby A22 and A26 roads
connecting to the national motorway network. Mainline commuter
services are situated at Buxted (Charing Cross) and Wadhurst
(London Bridge and Charing Cross) and are some 4 and 10 miles
distant respectively. Additionally a regular bus service offers
journeys from Five Ashes to Tunbridge Wells and Eastbourne.
There is a good choice of sporting and recreational facilities in the
general area including golf at East Sussex National Golf Course,
tennis at Cross in Hand LTC and water sports and outdoor activities
at Bewl Water.
DESCRIPTION
The Croft comprises a substantial detached family house, set on split
levels originally dating back to the late Georgian period with later
additions throughout the 1900s and set in good sized gardens. The
property is situated on the west side of the A267 road in a triangular
plot with the rear of the property abutting a quiet country lane. The original farmhouse has elevations of rendered sandstone to three
sides with the southern elevation being completely tile hung all
under a clay peg tile roof. Later additions are of brick construction
with a combination of clay and slate roof tiles and the property has
single glazed sash windows throughout. The property is in need of
overall renovation and modernisation but offers excellent scope for
a large family home over four storeys.
ACCOMMODATION
Lower Ground Floor
Side entrance door leading to sizeable Cellar offering ample storage
space and scope to turn into living space. Stairs up to;
Ground Floor
Front Door leading into;
Entrance Hall with doors off to;
Sitting Room with dual aspect and original cast iron fire place;
Drawing Room with single aspect bay window and open fireplace.
Kitchen with single aspect over rear garden and door to Utilty Room
with Larder off set in single storey extension and door leading out to
gardens.
Bathroom with basin, WC and bath with door off to Bedroom/Study
set in lean to extension with double aspect and door out onto
gardens. Stairs to;
First Floor;
Landing with doors off to;
Bedroom 1 with double aspect.
Bedroom 2 with double aspect and cast iron fire with wooden surround.
Bedroom 3 with single aspect and cast iron fire with wooden
surround and fitted storage cupboard.
Bedroom 4 with double aspect, cast iron fire with wooden surround
and fitted storage cupboard.
WC
Steps and loft hatch leading to;
Attic expanding the length and width of original farmhouse with
good head height and excellent potential to convert to living space.
OUTSIDE
The house is approached from the front via a pedestrian entrance
gate off the pavement of the main Five Ashes road where a path
leads through the front garden and to the front door. The gardens
are set over two levels, with the main garden situated to the north
side of the house enjoying sun all day and enclosed by mature holly
and yew hedging and with a beautiful old oak tree set to the rear of
the house. Brick steps lead down to a further courtyard/garden area
around the lower ground floor and from here a path and pedestrian
gate set into a brick and stone wall, lead out onto Spring Lane. It is
thought that this lower level area would potentially be suitable for a
vehicle entrance and parking area (subject to all necessary
consents).
SERVICES
Mains water and electricity. Private drainage.
OUTGOINGS
Council Tax Band 'F' 2,311.93 (2010/11)
Wealden District Council. Tel: 01323 443322
LOCAL AUTHORITIES
Wealden District Council: Pine Grove, Crowborough, East Sussex,
TN6 1DH Tel: 01892 653311 Web: www.wealden.gov.uk
East Sussex County Council: County Hall, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7
1UE Tel: 0345 60 80 190 Web: www.eastsussex.gov.uk
LOCAL INFORMATION
Mayfield and Five Ashes Parish Council.
Web: www.mayfieldfiveashes.org.uk
TENURE AND POSSESSION
The property is offered freehold with vacant possession but please
be advised that the sale cannot complete until the Grant of Probate
has been issued. Contact the Vendors sole agent for further
information.
DIRECTIONS
From Heathfield High Street, proceed westwards out of the town on
the A265, continuing northwards on the A267 for about 3 miles. On
arriving in Five Ashes, the property will be seen on the left hand side
just before the turning for Spring Lane and before reaching The Five
Ashes public house. Please note that there is no parking available on
the property itself or on Spring Lane. Limited parking is available
opposite on Leeds Lane.
Alternatively from Tunbridge Wells, head south on the A267 Frant
Road continuing southwards for about 10 miles through the villages
of Frant and Mark Cross, past Mayfield and on arriving in Five Ashes,
continue past the primary school and just after The Five Ashes public
house, the junction to Spring Lane will be seen on the right hand
side and the property immediately after. Thereafter follow the
instructions as above.
VIEWING
Strictly by appointment with the Vendors Sole Selling Agents
Samuel & Son. Tel: (01435) 864020 Email:
info@samuelandson.co.uk
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