Stable Mews Lodge,Ashurst Wood, West Sussex RH19 3SA
A TOTALLY REFURBISED HOME CONVERTED FROM A FORMER VICTORIAN MEWS
SITUATED IN A DELIGHTFUL SEMI-RURAL LOCATION ON THE OUTSKIRTS OF THE VILLAGE
FOUR BEDROOMS EN-SUITE BATHROOM GROUND FLOOR BATHROOM - LIVING ROOM WITH LOG BURNING FIREPLACE DINING ROOM FITTED KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING DOUBLE GLAZING PATIO GARDENS - GARAGE COURTYARD AREA
Stable Mews Lodge is approached over a courtyard shared with an adjoining residence0 and stands high on a ridge on the south-eastern edge of Ashurst Wood village and approached by a no-through road. It is approximately half a mile from local shops, primary school and parish church. The larger village of Forest Row is Approx. 2 miles to the south with a wider range of facilities and Ashdown Forest beyond providing many scenic walks. East Grinstead town centre is approx. 2.5 miles to the north with a wide range of shops, recreational amenities and rail service to Croydon and London. There are routes to the M23/M25 Motorway networks and Gatwick Airport.
The Abbey is a former country house and school, which was restored and converted into apartments some years ago. Within the grounds stand a number of character buildings converted into private dwellings, mainly during the 1980s and include a Gate/Coach House and Stable Block arranged mews style. The building occupies a corner setting adjoining The Clock House on one side and Stable Mews on the other.
The owners of Stable Mews have completely refurbished the property to a luxurious degree whilst keeping the character and style of the period. Most floors have been replaced with solid oak or marble, the kitchen and the two bathrooms have been refitted to an exceptionally high specification and the property has been redecorated throughout. An internal inspection is essential to fully appreciate this home which will be featured in the forthcoming Christmas edition of Ideal Home magazine.
The accommodation comprises:
Front door to ENTRANCE VESTIBULE with coats hanging space and opening to a large hall.
LARGE HALL Solid oak flooring, cupboard under stairs, 2 radiators behind decorative grills.
LIVING ROOM Approx. 202 x 136. Double aspect, solid oak flooring, feature wood burning fireplace set in the chimney breast with decorative wood store beneath. Two radiators. A pair of double glazed opening doors leads to the patio garden and sun terrace.
DINING ROOM Approx. 13 x 98. Radiator, solid oak flooring, coved ceiling.
KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM Approx. 167 x 78. Luxuriously fitted to a high specification with Schreiber units and comprising stainless steel one and a half bowl sink unit set in work surface with mixer tap, cupboards under, extensive range of black Corien work surfaces with cupboards, drawers and appliance space under, Delonghi cooker range with extractor hood over, range of eye level cupboards 2 with glass panelled doors, Travertine marble flooring with underfloor heating, radiator, built in washing machine and separate built-in dryer, breakfast area, fitted spotlights cupboard housing Glowwarm gas fired boiler.
STUDY/ BEDROOM 4 Approx. 176 x 99. L-shaped and narrowing to 58 at the far end over looking the courtyard, radiator.
BATHROOM Luxuriously fitted with white suite comprising shaped panel bath with large Victorian style shower, contemporary circular basin with cupboard under, low level w.c., tile walls and marble flooring, heated towel rail.
FIRST FLOOR Approached via a solid oak staircase to the landing which is over 2 levels.
MASTER BEDROOM Approx. 132 118. Radiator, two double wardrobe cupboards and door to the en-suite bathroom.
EN-SUITE BATHROOM New white suite of free standing Victorian style bath with hand shower, twin circular wash hand bowls, low level w.c., tiled floor, medicine cabinets and skylight.
BEDROOM 2 Approx. 124 x 99. Double aspect, radiator, vaulted ceiling and skylight.
BEDROOM 3 Approx. 1010 x 82. Radiator, wardrobe cupboard with fitted shelves.
OUTSIDE There is a pathway and courtyard area to the front and a charming secluded area of decking and flagstoned patio to the side (approached via the living room) This area is screened by hedges and shrubs. There is a single GARAGE and parking for 2 cars located to the south of Stable Mews.
Directions: From East Grinstead, proceed south on the A22 and after 1.5 miles bear left into Hammerwood Road, signposted Ashurst Wood. Pass Three Crowns pub on your right. Continue until the War Memorial. Turn left continue for ½ mile, entrance to The Abbey on the right just before Cansiron Lane. Enter & turn immediate left, the property will be on left.
PRICE £420,000 FREEHOLD
Viewing: By prior appointment- Nicholas Irwin Estate Agents, 3 King Street, East Grinstead, Sussex RH19 3DL
Telephone 01342 324478 Fax: 01342 301841 Email: info@nicholasirwin.co.uk