4 bed detached bungalow for sale

Hazeldene Lane, North Chailey BN8

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An absolutely stunning and modern four bedroom detached family home located down a quiet no through road in North Chailey. The property which has been completely modernised over the last few years and comprises in brief; four double bedrooms, one bathroom with shower and bath, playroom/study/snug, utility room with W/C, high standard fully fitted kitchen with integrated appliances, open plan living/dining/family room facing the back of the property, driveway providing off road parking for four vehicles, a huge newly installed Indian sandstone terrace (perfect for al fresco dining and entertaining) and a large lawned rear garden with views over open woodland beyond. The loft is large and has the potential to be converted into a large master suite with en-suite bathroom.

This is a rare opportunity to own a stylish, turnkey property in one of East Sussex's most desirable semi-rural locations. Thoughtfully extended and renovated, every detail of this home reflects quality and care—from the light-filled layout to the stylish interior design. Whether you’re looking to entertain, unwind, or work from home, this versatile and welcoming home has it all. This property offers an ideal blend of countryside living with modern finishes, and its immaculate condition means you can move in and immediately enjoy the lifestyle on offer. It offers a perfect retreat for families, professionals, or those seeking to downsize without compromise.

The House

Step into the expansive Dining / Family Area (24'4 x 9'7ft), the heart of the home, where light floods in through wide double patio doors that open onto the large Indian sandstone terrace and rear garden. Finished in crisp, contemporary tones with high-quality wood flooring and recessed lighting, this space is both welcoming and stylish—ideal for entertaining guests or enjoying tranquil family evenings. An adjacent Living Area (11'9 x 8'4ft) creates a cosy lounge space with built-in shelving and media units, perfect for relaxing in comfort. The large log burning stove completes this space creating a wonderfully cosy room in the colder months.

The Kitchen (11'8 x 11'5 ft) is a modern masterpiece with sleek shaker-style cabinetry, and integrated appliances, including a fridge/freezer, dishwasher and wine cooler. There is a large pantry cupboard and built in recycling drawer. The other units consist of soft close deep pan drawers and an array of soft close cupboards and drawers. The clever L-shaped layout maximises workspace, creates a practical and sociable breakfast bar, while remaining open to the dining area which is ideal for entertaining.

Tucked off the kitchen is a highly functional Utility Room (7'6 x 6'1 ft) with additional storage, W/C and space and plumbing for a washing machine and space for a dryer. Adjacent is a versatile Play Room / Study / Snug (9'3 x 7'5 ft) which is an ideal hideaway for children, home working, or peaceful reading.

This home offers up to four bedrooms, thoughtfully arranged to suit a range of living needs. The Principal Bedroom (13'10 into bay x 11'11ft) is generously proportioned and filled with natural light from a stunning bay window. The other two bedrooms provide ample space for family or guests, all finished with plush carpets and neutral tones.

The Fourth Bedroom / Study (11'10 x 8'2 ft) offers flexibility as a home office or additional bedroom, ideal for modern living demands.

The well-appointed bathroom and additional WC are finished to a high standard, featuring clean, contemporary tiling and quality fixtures and comprises of; white panelled bath, floating wash hand basin with storage drawer under, WC, large walk in shower with glass screen and rain shower head.

Outside

The front block paved driveway provides parking for four vehicles as a minimum. There is also a low maintenance front garden consisting of a mature planted shrubbery area.

There is a large newly laid (2022) Indian sandstone terrace which has plenty of space to position a variety of outside furniture making it perfect for entertaining and al fresco dining. The terrace is also large enough for children to ride their bikes and outdoor games to be positioned.

There are steps down from the terrace to a large lawned garden which is low maintenance with mature trees, shrubs and fencing along its borders. There are two wooden sheds at the bottom of the garden which provides useful storage for garden equipment and furniture.

Local Walks

A public footpath runs directly down Hazeldene Lane, to the bottom of the lane. The footpath then radiates West leading onto Chailey Common and East which leads into Newick itself. This makes it a perfect location for keen walkers or those with children and/or a dog.

Local Schools

Families will appreciate the access to well-regarded educational options:

Chailey St Peter’s Church of England Primary School – approx. 1.1 miles away; Newick Church of England Primary School – approx. 1 mile away, Fletching C of E Primary and St Augustine’s C of E Primary – both around 2.3–2.5 miles away.

For state secondary education, Chailey School (ages 11–16) is just about 4 km away with a school bus which picks up almost directly at the top of Hazeldene Lane. Uckfield College is also close by with a public bus which also stops very close to Hazeldene Lane.

Transport Links

Bus Services: Regular routes (31,31A, 31B, 121,150) stop right on Hazeldene Lane and nearby at Chailey Heritage, Jackies Lane, and the service station stop — all within a few minutes’ walk. These provide connections to Haywards Heath, Uckfield, Newick, Cuckfield, and South Chailey.

Rail Links: Haywards Heath mainline station is 6.5 miles away with regular services to London and Brighton with journey time around 45/50 minutes. Lewes Station is 6 miles away with direct services to Brighton, Haywards Heath, London Victoria, and London Bridge with journey times to London from approximately 1 h 10 min. Uckfield Station is about 5 miles away which connects to London Bridge via East Croydon.

Local Towns

Haywards Heath – 6.5 miles away: A busy commuter town with a mainline rail station offering fast, frequent trains to London (approx. 45 minutes). The town boasts a large shopping centre, supermarkets, leisure and sports facilities, restaurants, cafés

Uckfield – 5 miles away: A friendly market town with a lively high street, supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, leisure and sports clubs, and its own secondary school (Uckfield College), plus strong rail and bus links.

Lewes - 6 miles away: Historic county town full of character, with boutique shops, independent cafés, art galleries, excellent primary and secondary schools, a weekly market, plus rail services to London, Brighton, and the coast .

Location

Chailey is a village and parish in the Lewes District. The parish consists of the settlements; South Chailey, South Street, Chailey and North Chailey.

It is surrounded by Chailey Common Nature Reserve and has footpaths and bridleways linking with the neighbouring districts and provides good access by road to a number of the surrounding towns. North Chailey has a petrol station with Londis convenience shop about a 15 minute walk away.

Also in Chailey there is a very good historic pub called The Five Bells (2 miles away) which serves local ales and offering a great varied food menu. It is an old coaching house dating back many hundred of years. It has everything you could wish for in a country pub, including; a log fire, cosy bar area, delightful gardens and a well equipped restaurant.

Slightly further down the A275 past the Five Bells is a Jempsons convenience store which is only a 5 minute drive from the property. The Rainbow pub and carvery in Cooksbridge is only 5.2 miles away further along again on the A275 and the historic town of Lewes with all of its pubs, restaurants and shops is only a 17 minute drive down the A275 from the property.

Nearby Newick

From the house, the high street of Newick is about a 15 minute walk (either on the the main road footpath or cross country via public footpaths). Newick is a wonderful quintessential Sussex village. It has three thriving village pubs - The Crown, The Bull and The Royal Oak. The well renowned Newick Tandoori brings diners from far and wide to dine in the village’s own Indian restaurant and takeaway. The village Cottage Bakery serves fantastic freshly cooked bread in their historic original bread oven on site, and savoury and sweet treats. The Pantry coffee shop offers great coffee and lovely lunches including homemade cakes and savoury bites. The Pantry is a great place to meet friends and family in the day. The village also has two well stocked stores selling most items that you would need. One of these shops doubles up as the village post office. The village even has its own doctors surgery and a Lloyds Pharmacy.

The residents of Newick are a fantastic mix of ages with the village school and pre-school (both rated Outstanding by Ofsted) bringing in young families through to the retired. Even though the village may be small in its number of residents, it packs a huge punch with the amount of clubs and societies that are on offer for all ages. The village hall plays host to many of those clubs and societies meets and social events. The village’s own amateur dramatic society (nads) also put on its productions at the village hall. The annual Newick Bonfire night is extremely well regarded and thousands of people from all around Sussex flock to this event year on year. The village has strong rugby and cricket teams and as such sport runs through the veins of the village. The sports playing field with its cricket, rugby and football pitches, pavillion and licenced bar and adjacent childrens playgorund is a hive of activity throughout the year as it plays host to many a sporting activity or social event, particularly on a summers Friday evening when the children have cricket lessons and the parents meet to picnic and sip prosecco.

Come and have a look around this wonderful home on Hazeldene Lane, and you will experience its charm and see its potential as a versatile family home. Modern life is always changing - this home can change with you, and give you the perfect balance of a thriving village and all its conveniences, along with countryside living, both well and truly on your doorstep

Front Elevation And Off Road Parking For Four Vehicles

Re-Fitted Kitchen In 2023 (11'8" x 11'5", 3.56m x 3.48m)

Large Private Rear Garden With Views Over Open Woodland And Fields

Open Plan Living/Dining/Family Area

Dining / Family Area (24'4" x 9'7", 7.42m x 2.92m)

Re-Fitted Kitchen In 2023 (11'8" x 11'5", 3.56m x 3.48m)

Large Family Friendly Garden

Large Newly Laid (2022) Indian Sandstone Terrace

Aerial View Of Plot

Aerial View Of Property And The Semi Rural Positioning With Public Footpaths Radiating From Hazeldene Lane Itself

Master Bedroom (13'10" x 11'11", 4.22m x 3.63m)

Bedroom 2 (11'11" x 10'2", 3.63m x 3.1m)

Family Bathroom With Bath And Large Walk In Shower

Bedroom 3 (11'5" x 9'5", 3.48m x 2.87m)

Playroom / Study / Snug (9'3" x 7'5", 2.82m x 2.26m)

Dining / Family Area (24'4" x 9'7", 7.42m x 2.92m)

Dining / Family Area Which Opens Out Onto The Large Rear Terrace (24'4" x 9'7", 7.42m x 2.92m)

Aerial View Of Property And The Semi Rural Positioning With Public Footpaths Radiating From Hazeldene Lane Itself

Open Countryside Which Surround Hazeldene Lane Providing A Plethora Of Public Footpaths Directly From The Property

Open Countryside Which Surround Hazeldene Lane Providing A Plethora Of Public Footpaths Directly From The Property