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A well-presented semi-detached cottage set in 10.58 acres (*TBV) comprising of well-equipped equestrian facilities include 20m x 40m riding arena, a detached barn with 4 large internal stables, central walkway, tack room, and two storage areas, further stable block of 2 loose boxes and post and railed paddocks. Further outbuildings include a detached timber studio/home office and a further shepherds hut, both making the most of the views. Pastureland and bluebell woods plus well organised equestrian facilities and being located off a quiet lane in a picturesque setting with views over its own land and rolling Sussex countryside. The spacious accommodation incorporates features has been sympathetically modernised with the heart of the home being an open plan kitchen/dining area and large sitting room with wood burner. Upstairs there is a main bedroom with ensuite and Juliet balcony, 2 further bedrooms and a family bathroom. Outside the charming landscaped gardens wrap around the property giving the impression of being in a detached property, opening out to offer rural views. For those who enjoy country walks and riding out there are many options in the locality.
LOCATION & AREA AWARENESS The property is set along a quiet lane with stunning views located in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty enjoying a rural position yet conveniently located for the nearby pretty village of Northiam which has local shops and a post office serving day to day needs. Robertsbridge and Tenterden offer further amenities with a comprehensive range of shopping, commercial and leisure facilities available at the larger centres of Battle, Tunbridge Wells and Ashford. Rail services are available at Robertsbridge, Etchingham and Ashford stations. There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area, in both the state and private sectors, including Northiam and Bodiam Primary Schools, Vinehall at Robertsbridge, Claremont Senior at Bodiam, Battle Abbey, Marlborough House and St Ronan's at Hawkhurst, Benenden School, Dulwich Preparatory at Cranbrook, Tonbridge School, Kent College (girls) at Pembury.Leisure activities in the area include golf at Rye, Chart Hills (Biddenden), Dale Hill (Ticehurst), Sedlescombe and Tunbridge Wells; riding and walking in the surrounding countryside; sailing and water sports at Powdermill and Darwell Reservoirs and on the south coast. There are also numerous places of interest nearby including Great Dixter House and Gardens, Bodiam Castle and Rye.
ACCOMMODATION-refer to the floor plan Well presented throughout with a modern layout and the following key features; GROUND FLOOR - KITCHEN forming the heart of the home open plan into a DINING area and including an assortment of base units, feature range cooker and secondary single cooker inset into one of the kitchen units with a recessed wood burning stove to one wall. The SITTING ROOM expands across the full width of the property and has a brick fireplace currently with a wood burning stove installed. This room also has double doors from the kitchen and a single door from the front porch. A UTILITY ROOM is set off the kitchen and provides a further useful space for laundry and includes a WC. FIRST FLOOR - stairs up to a small landing with 3 bedrooms and a FAMILY BATHROOM. The triple aspect principal BEDROOM expands the full width of the house with feature Juliet balcony overlooking far reaching views also with an EN-SUITE shower room/WC and wash hand basin.
EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES & OUTBUILDINGS BARN & STABLES - power and water connected. Timber constructed on a concrete floor with 4 stables, tack room and 1 stable converted to Gym. Side Hay Store. ISOLATION STABLES - located on rear yard. Ideal for isolation or general use. DETACHED STUDIO & KILN ROOM - timber constructed facing across the land and far distant views. May suit assorted uses including a home office /hobbies room etc. Equipment not included in sale. SHEPHERDS HUT - located near the riding arena. OUTDOOR RIDING ARENA - 20m x 40m arena with silica sand and rubber, fully post and railed.
LAND & GROUNDS The whole is on one title and is 10.58 acres TBV. This includes an area of woodland which has an annual display of Bluebells and is accessed from the field through a 5 bar gate. The acreage stated at the property is *TBV - (To Be Verified), which means that the land has not been formally measured by Equus and or its sellers/clients. A Title Plan from Land Registry will have been acquired, where available, showing the boundary and acreage. Otherwise, an online measuring tool will have been used to 'check' the acreage against the Land Registry Title where possible. Interested applicants/buyers are advised that if they have any doubts as to the plot size and wish to have verification of the exact area of the entire plot, they will be required to make their own arrangements, at their own cost, by appointing the services of an accredited company who can measure the area for a compliant Land Registry Title Plan.
HELPFUL WEBSITES We recommend that you visit the local authority website pertaining to the property you are interested in buying for all the planning consents / restrictions / history and the following websites for more helpful information about the property and surrounding local area before proceeding in a purchase: www.goodschoolsguide.co.uk | www.homecheck.co.uk | www.floodrisk.co.uk | www.environment-agency.gov.uk - www.landregistry.gov.uk | www.homeoffice.gov.uk | www.ukradon.org | https://checker.ofcom.org.uk/en-gb/mobile-coverage | https://www.ofcom.org.uk/phones-telecoms-and-internet/advice-for-consumers/advice/broadband-speeds/broadband-basics
MATERIAL INFORMATION & SERVICES TENURE: Freehold TITLE NUMBER/S: ESX46341 LOCAL AUTHORITY: Rother District Council TAX BAND: E TENURE: Freehold PROPERTY TYPE: Semi-detached PROPERTY CONSTRUCTION: Brick NUMBER & TYPE OF ROOM/S: see attached floor plans. PARKING: Multiple / off road SERVICES: Wood fired Rayburn which heats water if required. Oil fired central heating. Private drainage. 20 solar panels and inverter which generates sufficient power to run electrical needs with two 7kw batteries for surplus storage. Studio is run on solar. EPC RATING: C 78/102. Certificate number 7337-4225-1200-0065-7292. Full ratings & advisories/estimated costs are now online at the .gov web site: https://find-energy-certificate.digital.communities.gov.uk/
VIEWING ARRANGEMENTS All Viewings are strictly by Appointment with the Vendors' Agent Equus Country & Equestrian, South East/South West T: 01892 829014 E: sales@equusproperty.co.uk W: www.equusproperty.co.uk DISCLAIMER: All prospective buyers view all properties for sale with Equus International Property Ltd at their own risk and neither the Agents, Joint Agents nor the Sellers take responsibility for any damage or injury however caused to themselves or personal belongings or property. By viewing a property with Equus you accept this disclaimer. If inspecting the outbuildings, equestrian facilities or any other building within the grounds you must wear appropriate clothing and footwear and children must be either left in the car or supervised at all times. Livestock should not be touched and all gates left shut or closed after use.
DIRECTIONS POST CODE: TN31 6JS. Distances approximate. From Staplecross (with the pub on the right), head south for 1 mile. Turn left onto Adams Lane and after a mile, the property will be found on the left. From Northiam, (with the primary school on your right), head out of the village for half a mile, and the turning to the hamlet of Mill Corner will be seen on the right. Continue onto Adams Lane for less than a mile and the property will be found on the right.
If you own a rural or village located property with 1 acre or more, detached, semi -detached, or terraced, with or without equestrian facilities, Equus will be pleased to conduct a market appraisal, free of charge and without obligation. At the time of our visit we can also offer practical advice on any improvements we think may be appropriate to the property in advance of placing it on the market.
Equus Terms and Conditions are Straightforward – No Sale – No Fee and you will find our commission fees very competitive. Your property will also receive more advertising and marketing than any other Estate Agent for which we make no charge.
Doleham
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