4 Bedroom Property for Sale in Henfield

4 bedrooms
3 reception rooms
2 bathrooms
Landscaped gardens
Approx 1.7 acres

Freehold

SITUATION:
Old Barn House is situated in the sought after village of Henfield. The advantages of this location is its close proximity to Brighton, Gatwick Airport and access into London by road or mainline railway. Local Amenities: Henfield has an assortment of local independent shops together with a supermarkets, public house and restaurants. Comprehensive Shopping: Brighton, Haywards Heath, Horsham & Burgess Hill.Mainline Rail Service: Haywards Heath & Horsham. ww w.sounthernrailway.comSchools: There are many highly regarded schools in the area, both state and private. www.westsussex.g ov.uk/ccm/navigation/education

DESCRIPTION:
Old Barn House is a charming, detached 1940s family home situated along a country lane close to the picturesque village centre of Henfield. The accommodation is light, airy and located over two floors with half tile hung and part painted brick elevations. The property has been extensively improved by the current owners and extended to create a double aspect drawing room with a delightful master bedroom suite above, whilst the landscaped gardens and grounds are beautifully maintained and a superb feature of the property. Points of note include:

ACCOMMODATION:
Working fireplaces, recessed spot lights, some ceiling cornicing, double glazing to the back of the property and leaded light windows to the front. An attractive part glazed, wood front door opens into the entrance hall with solid oak flooring, bespoke shelving with cupboards under, wall light points, stairs to the first floor landing and an understairs cupboard.The two main reception rooms both benefit from attractive open fireplaces with elegant stone or marble surrounds and hearths. The drawing room also benefits from being double aspect with doors opening out to the beautiful gardens.Double aspect study/playroom comprising attractive fireplace with wooden surround and mantel, recess shelving and doors through to the kitchen/breakfast room.Kitchen/breakfast room comprising a range of bespoke oak units, complemented by fired granite worktops. Two sink units, one with purified water. Integrated appliances include a Siemens double oven and plate warmer, Miele dishwasher, Neff LPG gas hob with Elica extractor above and a glass tiled splash back. Recess space for an American style fridge/freezer. Two pairs of doors out to the beautiful gardens, tiled flooring with under floor heating, storage cupboard.The utility room has a range of units with a sink and drainer unit, space and plumbing for a washing machine and tumble dryer, space for a fridge, cupboard housing a second tank. Access to a cloakroom and separate drying room housing the boiler.First floor landing with access to the family bathroom, a linen cupboard, airing cupboard and the loft. Wall light points.Triple aspect master bedroom suite with access onto a balcony overlooking the gardens Built in eaves wardrobes. Dressing area with wardrobes fitted to one wall, (potential to be converted to provide an additional bedroom). En suite bathroom comprising a shower cubicle with power shower and steam shower. Twin sink units set into a marble top Panelled bath, W.C., heated towel rail Marble floor and porcelain wall tiles.There are three further double bedrooms, one has built in wardrobes.OutsideThe gardens are a magnificent feature of the property and offer a variety of areas, creating a series of different rooms all offering a splendid array of colour.To the South and East of the property there is a stone paved terrace and the elevations have been planted with climbers, including Wisteria, Clematis and passion flowers. Shrub and flower beds, edged with brick retaining walls lead to a large expanse of lawn. The garden is planted with assorted herbaceous beds, and features mature specimen trees and shrubs, including an American Broad Oak and Magnolia grandiflora 'Exmouth'. Wrought iron gates lead to a small orchard incorporating plum, apple and pear trees.A charming knot garden leads from the terrace to substantial greenhouse, with water and electricity connected, is planted with two grapevines. A gate leads to a sheltered kitchen garden containing a centralised herb bed, brick built cold frame planted with strawberries, together with blackberries, gooseberries, raspberries and rhubarb together with a tool shed and workshop with electricity. A feature of the garden is a well stocked fish pond planted with Iris, Lilies and Gunnera.There is a timber outbuilding at the rear of the orchard for storage of mowers and other pieces of garden machinery. Triple heritage style garage.Total plot approximately 1.7 acres.

DIRECTIONS:
From Haywards Heath proceed west on the A272 through Ansty and under the A23. Continue on the A272 into Cowfold and at the roundabout take the first exit onto the A281 signposted Henfield. Continue for approximately 4 miles, on entering the village turn right into Church Street opposite The White Hart Public House. Proceed along Upper Station Road and into West End Lane and the property will be found after approximately 0.6 of a mile on the left hand side.