2 bed flat for sale

Brook House, Hammingden Lane, Ardingly RH17

The Belfry in Brook House is a stunning second floor, two bedroom apartment located in the beautiful gardens and grounds of Brook House, a striking Victorian Country Manor house on the rural outskirts of Ardingly. Originally a shooting lodge for the gentry and members of the royal family, the property was substantially extended during the late 1800s, creating a magnificent house, drawing inspiration from classic Tudor architecture, with beam and plasterwork gables and impressive stone mullioned windows.

Entering the grand communal hall and up the staircase to the second floor is The Belfray with a spacious hallway flooded with natural light and plenty of storage.

There is a beautiful, bespoke made kitchen with a range of built in units, granite worktops, a dishwasher, washing machine, fridge freezer and ample room for a dining table. Along the hall is a lovely, and generous sized, double aspect sitting room with a feature wall framed fireplace.

The principal bedroom suite, with ornamental fireplace, has built in wardrobes, an ensuite bathroom. Ensuite bathroom with a lovely, rippled effect bath, and his and hers wash basins. The second double bedroom has an ensuite shower room and overlooks the stunning gardens and countryside beyond. There is off-street parking for several vehicles.

Brook House is approached over a long sweeping drive with communal grounds on both sides. It is set in substantial grounds, with rolling lawns, ponds and woodlands seating areas, as well as a picturesque cricket pitch (where the first Australian touring cricket team played), landscaped gardens, plus allocated parking. There is also a recently installed all-weather tennis court to enjoy.

The property is situated in the sought-after village of Ardingly, ideally located to the north of Lindfield and within good reach of local amenities in a setting ideal for commuters. The village is well known for Ardingly College Prep and Pre-Prep schools and as the location for the South of England Showground. Nearby is Ardingly Reservoir with opportunities for walking and water sports at the Ardingly Adventure Centre.

Haywards Heath offers more extensive shopping while there is good access locally to the motorway network and Gatwick Airport. The mainline station at Haywards Heath and Balcombe offers direct services to London Victoria, Blackfriars and London Bridge from 44 minutes.

EPC Rating E
Mid-Sussex District Council
Council Band C