4 bed country house for sale

Spring Lane, Burwash, Etchingham, East Sussex TN19

Burwash Place West is a substantial wing of a country house offering versatile accommodation, generous proportions and beautiful far reaching views.

On entering this historic property (once reputedly home to Rudyard Kipling whilst he renovated nearby Batemans) you are greeted by an impressive entrance hall which in turn leads to a magnificent, substantial Drawing Room of huge proportions. Original oak parquet flooring, a stunning staircase, wood framed arched doorways and beautiful cast iron radiators on the ground floor add to the feel of grandeur. The Drawing Room has a magnificent fireplace, beautiful fabric panelling adorning the walls and stained glass windows either side of the fireplace. Its French doors lead to the south facing garden and the bay windows give wonderful views of the garden and beyond. The dining area has views to the front of the property and the pretty gardens that surround it.

The kitchen is fully fitted with bespoke units and there is a breakfast area with further cupboards and shelving. Original wood panelling is found here, adding to the historic feel of the house. A spacious conservatory faces south and its doors lead to the terrace and garden. A separate Utility Room and Cloakroom complete the ground floor.

Upstairs the generous principal bedroom has a triple aspect window overlooking the countryside with a walk-in wardrobe and adjacent bathroom. There are three further double bedrooms and two bathrooms.

Outside there is parking for several cars and a double garage situated up the drive.
Features

- Impressive entrance hall with parquet flooring, cast iron radiator, original mouldings and wooden arched doorways and doors, detailed bespoke display cabinet
- Downstairs cloakroom with arched doorway comprising WC and hand basin, tiled floor
- Galleried period staircase leading to the first floor
- Kitchen with fitted ovens, hob, dining area and wood panelling, leading to the conservatory overlooking the rear south facing garden
- Grand Drawing Room over twelve metres in length, with ornate fireplace housing a Calor Gas stove, bay windows, arched alcoves and French doors out to the garden. Separate seating areas and dining area within. Original parquet flooring. Fabric wall coverings
- Utility Room with space for washing machine, tumble dryer and extra fridge or freezer
- Principle bedroom with triple aspect windows and walk-in wardrobe
- Two generous sized bathrooms next to the principle bedroom with separate hallway and large built in wardrobes
- Three further good sized bedrooms on the first floor, one at the front of the property currently arranged as a study. Fireplaces feature as do built in wardrobes
- Two separate attic rooms
- South facing terrace and gravel area to rear. Landscaped front gardens mainly laid to lawn
- Double garage with electric doors. Additional parking spaces.

Located on the edge of the village of Burwash, Burwash Place West is in an idyllic setting - set on a rural country lane with outstanding views, yet close to the amenities of the local village which is part of the High Weald National Landscape.

Burwash itself is an historic ridge top village known for its historic High Street and countryside views. It is also famous as the home of Rudyard Kipling who lived nearby at Batemans - now a renowned National Trust property. Two local pubs and Tea Rooms can be found here plus a village shop.

Further shopping amenities can be found at Heathfield – Waitrose, Tescos, Co op – and Tunbridge Wells, which has extensive shops and restaurants. Etchingham and Stonegate stations offer regular trains to London.
School options include Burwash Primary, Mayfield, Bede’s, Bricklehurst Manor and Battle Abbey.

Burwash Centre – 0.8 miles
Tunbridge Wells – 14 miles
Etchingham station – 3.5 miles
(All distances are approximate)