4 bed detached house for sale

Ashdown Forest, Duddleswell TN22

Commanding one of the finest positions within the Ashdown Forest enjoying breath taking far reaching southerly views lies a 1920’s four bedroom detached country home occupying a plot of 0.36 of an acre with a detached garage block and adjoining stable.

Jacks Plat can be found at the end of a long unmade drive enjoying complete seclusion within the Ashdown Forest and enjoying the most spectacular views. The property is believed to have been built in 1927 of prefabricated concrete and originally as a single storey cottage. In the early 1970’s the property was significantly enlarged to provide a magnificent two storey family home, taking full advantage of the setting and views. A particular feature of the home to note, are the three large loft rooms which could provide further accommodation subject to consent.

The property has some wonderful character features with most rooms enjoying a double aspect. On the ground floor the property is entered via an entrance porch which continues through to a spacious hallway with a cloakroom found underneath the staircase. There is family room, an impressive sitting room with wood burning stove and a set of French doors opening to a rear seating terrace. A study, the fourth bedroom and a shower room. The kitchen/dining room is a distinguishing feature of the home, beautifully fitted with an Aga and large central island.

The first floor provides a generous size landing, three double bedrooms with the principal bedroom having a built-in wardrobe and a family bathroom. There are three large attic rooms with a window at each gable end.

Outside, the property is approached via a discreet long drive through the forest. The garage block and adjoining stable is found to one side. The gardens and grounds surround the property on all side. The formal gardens and terrace are flanked by mature hedging with a seating to one side. The whole enjoys breathtaking views across the forest and South Downs beyond.
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Council Tax Band G

Oiled Fired Central heating

Location

Jacks Plat is beautifully situated in a rural position within the Ashdown Forest. The village of Fairwarp offers a church, a popular public house and a tearoom which can be found nearby. The area itself is considered one of the region’s most desirable in Sussex and offers exceptional riding, walking and country pursuits. Nearby Maresfield offers a post office, general store, hotel/restaurant/bar, picturesque church, recreation ground, village hall and a highly regarded primary school. There is also a sports complex comprising an outdoor/indoor bowls club, tennis club and a gymnastics club for all ages from very young upwards.
Nearby Uckfield and Crowborough towns offer an extensive range of shopping and leisure facilities as well as comprehensive schooling for all age groups. Both towns offer railway services to London and the nearby A272 provides swift vehicular access to Haywards Heath which boasts commuting times to London Victoria (47mins approx). The royal spa town of Tunbridge Wells is also within a short drive and also offers railway links to London.
Travelling south on the A22, continue through the village of Nutley until you reach Lampool Roundabout. At the roundabout, take the exit signposted B2026 towards Hartfield. Immediately after joining the B2026, take the first left turn to remain on the B2026. Continue for approximately one and a half miles and the entrance to Jack’s Plat will be located on the left hand side.