House For Sale £625,000
Description We are pleased to offer to the market this exceptional and unique 4 bedroomed freehold property that forms part of Framfield Place.
Originally built in 1765, the house was extended and altered by Norman Shaw and Edwin Lutyens in the early to mid nineteenth century. The house was sold and then divided into six properties in 1971 and was listed in 1978.
The estate is set back from the road and is approached by its own private drive leading up to the house through a wooded area. There is ample parking, both private and communal.
The entrance to the house is via the hallway on the ground floor which leads into the formal dining room. This area, originally the servants' quarters, along with the hallway, has solid oak floorboards, coupled with some interesting quirks and alcoves. A small door leads into the old wine cellar, which is also used for storage and additional kitchen appliances. A breakfast bar divides the dining room from the country-style kitchen which was recently refurbished and features bespoke solid oak surfaces, built-in Neff induction hob with double-oven under, integrated dishwasher and fridge, space for a washing machine, built-in cupboard housing the boiler, and a Villeroy & Boch ceramic double sink. Two large sash windows overlook the front and a smaller sash window to the rear.
The staircase leads to the next level, where you will find an invaluable raised office area, taking full advantage of the high ceilings and big window overlooking the grounds and lake to the rear. ( nb. The property benefits from fast Broadband).
The first floor is primarily comprised of the carpeted lounge which runs the full depth of the house and features 2 open fireplaces, high ceilings, a range of built-in cupboards with panelled doors, dual aspect sash windows overlooking the gardens to the front and the grounds and lake to the rear. On this level, there is also a cloakroom with white WC and hand basin, and 2 rear doors, connected by a small hallway, leading to the south-facing rear terrace overlooking the lake and grounds.
The second floor incorporates the master bedroom, dressing room and family bathroom. The main bedroom is situated at the front of the house and benefits from two large sash windows and a feature fireplace with cast-iron basket and marble surround. Built-in wardrobes can be found on either side of the fireplace.
The dressing room with shelving and a storage cupboard, is the fourth bedroom and although quite narrow, it has been used in the past as a nursery bedroom. It too enjoys views from the sash window over the gardens and lake.
The bathroom includes a white suite, which comprises a bath with twin-headed power shower and screen, wash hand basin and w.c. There is also an airing cupboard with slatted shelving and hot water cylinder with Immersion heater. The sash window and small balcony overlook the lake and grounds to the rear.
On the third floor there are 2 further double bedrooms with partially-sloping ceilings and both with front-facing windows. The larger of the bedrooms has a fitted wardrobe. Under-eaves attic space offers additional storage.
Outside, the grounds extend to approx.8 acres, split between the houses, and incorporate areas of lawn, woodland and the lake. Each house is responsible for the maintenance of their own section, but all the properties benefit aesthetically from the surrounding grounds and the varied wildlife which visits - deer, foxes and many bird species.
In addition to the rear terrace described above, the property's private grounds also extend to the large lawned area to the front of the house, beyond which there is a private, secluded patio and further lawned area surrounded by established rhododendrons, trees and bamboo stands. This leads to a shed and a "wild" garden with a wooded area and log store alongside. Here, there is also a private parking area for at least 2 additional cars.
The pretty village of Framfield is within a short walk and offers a 13th century church, both Nursery and Primary schools, a hairdressers and a traditional old-fashioned pub with a good reputation for fine food and well-kept ales.
Comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities can be found close-by in Uckfield itself with several nearby towns offering a diverse range of shops and other outlets; Lewes, Haywards Heath, Tunbridge Wells and Brighton are all within easy reach.
Uckfield station is a 5 minute drive away and offers a comprehensive service of direct mainline trains to London.
The area is served by an excellent choice of both State and privately-funded schools.
Nearby leisure facilities include golf courses at The East Sussex National Golf Club, Piltdown, Crowborough, Beacon, Tunbridge Wells, Lamberhurst and Ashdown Forest, together with sailing and fishing at Bewl Water. The area has an extensive and varied network of countryside walking paths and bridleways, National Trust houses and gardens, the Ashdown Forest, the South Downs National Park and the beautiful south coast shoreline and beaches.
Directions
On leaving Uckfield by way of Framfield Road the entrance drive to the property can be found on the right-hand side, immediately opposite the white 'framfield' sign just before the Hare and Hounds public house.
Originally built in 1765, the house was extended and altered by Norman Shaw and Edwin Lutyens in the early to mid nineteenth century. The house was sold and then divided into six properties in 1971 and was listed in 1978.
The estate is set back from the road and is approached by its own private drive leading up to the house through a wooded area. There is ample parking, both private and communal.
The entrance to the house is via the hallway on the ground floor which leads into the formal dining room. This area, originally the servants' quarters, along with the hallway, has solid oak floorboards, coupled with some interesting quirks and alcoves. A small door leads into the old wine cellar, which is also used for storage and additional kitchen appliances. A breakfast bar divides the dining room from the country-style kitchen which was recently refurbished and features bespoke solid oak surfaces, built-in Neff induction hob with double-oven under, integrated dishwasher and fridge, space for a washing machine, built-in cupboard housing the boiler, and a Villeroy & Boch ceramic double sink. Two large sash windows overlook the front and a smaller sash window to the rear.
The staircase leads to the next level, where you will find an invaluable raised office area, taking full advantage of the high ceilings and big window overlooking the grounds and lake to the rear. ( nb. The property benefits from fast Broadband).
The first floor is primarily comprised of the carpeted lounge which runs the full depth of the house and features 2 open fireplaces, high ceilings, a range of built-in cupboards with panelled doors, dual aspect sash windows overlooking the gardens to the front and the grounds and lake to the rear. On this level, there is also a cloakroom with white WC and hand basin, and 2 rear doors, connected by a small hallway, leading to the south-facing rear terrace overlooking the lake and grounds.
The second floor incorporates the master bedroom, dressing room and family bathroom. The main bedroom is situated at the front of the house and benefits from two large sash windows and a feature fireplace with cast-iron basket and marble surround. Built-in wardrobes can be found on either side of the fireplace.
The dressing room with shelving and a storage cupboard, is the fourth bedroom and although quite narrow, it has been used in the past as a nursery bedroom. It too enjoys views from the sash window over the gardens and lake.
The bathroom includes a white suite, which comprises a bath with twin-headed power shower and screen, wash hand basin and w.c. There is also an airing cupboard with slatted shelving and hot water cylinder with Immersion heater. The sash window and small balcony overlook the lake and grounds to the rear.
On the third floor there are 2 further double bedrooms with partially-sloping ceilings and both with front-facing windows. The larger of the bedrooms has a fitted wardrobe. Under-eaves attic space offers additional storage.
Outside, the grounds extend to approx.8 acres, split between the houses, and incorporate areas of lawn, woodland and the lake. Each house is responsible for the maintenance of their own section, but all the properties benefit aesthetically from the surrounding grounds and the varied wildlife which visits - deer, foxes and many bird species.
In addition to the rear terrace described above, the property's private grounds also extend to the large lawned area to the front of the house, beyond which there is a private, secluded patio and further lawned area surrounded by established rhododendrons, trees and bamboo stands. This leads to a shed and a "wild" garden with a wooded area and log store alongside. Here, there is also a private parking area for at least 2 additional cars.
The pretty village of Framfield is within a short walk and offers a 13th century church, both Nursery and Primary schools, a hairdressers and a traditional old-fashioned pub with a good reputation for fine food and well-kept ales.
Comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities can be found close-by in Uckfield itself with several nearby towns offering a diverse range of shops and other outlets; Lewes, Haywards Heath, Tunbridge Wells and Brighton are all within easy reach.
Uckfield station is a 5 minute drive away and offers a comprehensive service of direct mainline trains to London.
The area is served by an excellent choice of both State and privately-funded schools.
Nearby leisure facilities include golf courses at The East Sussex National Golf Club, Piltdown, Crowborough, Beacon, Tunbridge Wells, Lamberhurst and Ashdown Forest, together with sailing and fishing at Bewl Water. The area has an extensive and varied network of countryside walking paths and bridleways, National Trust houses and gardens, the Ashdown Forest, the South Downs National Park and the beautiful south coast shoreline and beaches.
Directions
On leaving Uckfield by way of Framfield Road the entrance drive to the property can be found on the right-hand side, immediately opposite the white 'framfield' sign just before the Hare and Hounds public house.
