4 bed semi-detached house for sale

Backwoods Close, Lindfield, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16

A characterful semi-detached modern cottage in the centre of the village, offering versatile living and direct access to the Common.

Description
Old Dairy Cottage is a beautifully presented semi detached home, built in 2005/6 and positioned in an exceptionally convenient central village location, directly adjoining the village Common. Designed in a traditional Sussex style, the house combines classic architectural detailing with thoughtfully updated interiors, creating a versatile and highly liveable family home within just minutes of village amenities.

The cottage is characterised by its half tile hung and red brick elevations beneath a clay tiled roof, complemented by cottage style, double glazed casement windows. Internally, the property has a warm and welcoming feel, with exposed woodwork and feature timbers adding character throughout, including a striking oak beam framing the connection between the entrance hall and snug.

A wooden front door opens beneath an overhung porch into a spacious and inviting entrance hall, where a turned staircase rises to the first floor. Oak flooring runs throughout the ground floor, enhancing the sense of continuity and quality. A useful under stairs cloakroom is fitted with a WC and basin.

The hall opens into the snug, subtly divided by the feature timber beam. This is a particularly adaptable room, equally well suited as a cosy sitting area, a playroom, or a more formal dining space, allowing the reception layout to suit different stages of family life or seasons of the year.

Beyond, the heart of the home lies in the superb open plan kitchen, family and dining room, created by a substantial extension completed in 2017. Flooded with natural light from two skylights and full width bi fold doors opening on to the garden, this space is ideal for both everyday living and entertaining.

The kitchen is fitted with a stylish range of dark blue cabinetry by The Kitchen People of Lindfield, topped with composite work surfaces and complemented by tiled splashbacks. Integrated Siemens appliances include twin ovens, an induction hob with extractor above, a dishwasher and fridge/freezer, while a ceramic double butler sink adds a classic touch. A central island provides additional workspace and incorporates a breakfast bar for informal dining. The kitchen is further served by a well appointed utility room offering extra storage, an integrated washer/dryer and a wine fridge.

Open to the kitchen, the generous family and dining area provides ample space for sofas and a large dining table. An exposed brick feature wall adds texture and character, while the dining area is centred around a stone fireplace housing a woodburner style gas fire, creating an inviting focal point for colder months.

Four bedrooms are arranged on the first floor and are approached via a spacious landing with a hatch providing access to the loft.

The principal bedroom enjoys attractive views over the rear garden towards the village Common and is served by a stylish en suite shower room, re fitted in 2021.

The remaining bedrooms share a vaulted family bathroom. Bedroom three is currently used as a study, while bedroom four benefits from fitted wardrobes and is presently arranged as a dressing room.

Outside
Old Dairy Cottage is set back from Backwoods Close behind a substantial block paved driveway providing parking for up to four vehicles and incorporating an EV charging point. Gated side access leads to a lean to timber shed.

To the rear, a raised stone terrace spans the width of the house and offers an excellent space for outdoor dining and entertaining, with external power points already in place. Steps descend to a level lawn bordered by flower beds and fencing, with stepping stones leading to a further terrace beneath a timber pergola, complete with lighting and power.

A pedestrian gate from the garden opens directly onto the village Common, highlighting the property’s outstanding central village position and providing immediate access to open green space.

Location
Old Dairy Cottage is situated in an ideal location, tucked away in a no-through road in the centre of the village, with gated access directly to the village Common, and within just a five-minute walk of both Lindfield Primary School and the pretty tree-lined High Street.

Lindfield is a picturesque and thriving village, offering an excellent range of local shop and amenities including a baker, award-winning butcher and grocer, boutiques and public houses, as well as a community hall, social club, and two village primary schools. The neighbouring town of Haywards Heath (one mile) provides a further range of facilities, including high street shops, restaurants, supermarkets (including Waitrose and Sainsbury’s) and a leisure centre; more comprehensive shopping can be found in Brighton (14 miles), Crawley (12 miles) and Tunbridge Wells (20 miles).

Sporting and recreational activities are extensive, with cricket, football and tennis on Lindfield Common, golf at Haywards Heath, Lindfield and Piltdown, racing at Plumpton and Brighton, sailing at Weir Wood and Ardingly reservoirs and along the South Coast, and walking and riding locally including the South Downs National Park and on the Ashdown Forest. The renowned Glyndebourne Opera House is just east of Lewes and the vibrant city of Brighton and Hove has a thriving theatre culture, festivals and events.

Sussex is ideal for food and drink enthusiasts: There are many renowned gastro pubs and Michelin accredited restaurants locally, and the region is at the heart of England’s emerging wine scene. Spa and country house hotels include Gravetye Manor, Alexander House, Ashdown Park Hotel and Ockenden Manor.

Mainline rail services: Haywards Heath station 1.4 miles, offering services to London Bridge/Victoria from 42 minutes, Gatwick airport from 11 minutes and Brighton from 14 minutes.

Schools: There are number of highly regarded state and independent schools in the area, including Lindfield Primary Academy, Blackthorns Primary, Oathall Community College, Warden Park Secondary Academy, Ardingly College, Cumnor House, Great Walstead Preparatory School, Hurstpierpoint College and Burgess Hill Girls.

All times and distances are approximate, walking times taken from Google Maps.

Square Footage: 1,566 sq ft





Additional Info
Services: Gas fired central heating. Under floor heating to the kitchen (hydronic) and en suite shower room (electric). All mains services.
Broadband: Full fibre broadband is available.

Outgoings: Mid Sussex District Council. Tax band F.

Photographs taken: January 2026.

Cladding: This property has cladding (traditional clay tile hanging). The property is under six floors so any cladding may not have been tested. Purchasers should make enquiries about the external wall system of the property, if it has cladding and if it is safe or if there are interim measures in place.