Location

Hadlow Down is a small village located in the Wealden district of East Sussex, lying approximately 13.5 miles to the northeast of the county town of Lewes and approximately 5.2 miles east of Uckfield. The village is surrounded by picturesque countryside and enjoys a tranquil and rural atmosphere. The area is known for its scenic beauty, offering plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and horse riding.

Hadlow Down offers local amenities including a primary school, a village hall, a church, and a public house. Mayfield lies approximately 4.8 miles away and provides a wider selection of shops and services including a convenience store with post office, a chemist, a dentist and doctors’ surgery, hairdressers, a delicatessen, a butcher, pubs, cafés and boutiques. Further facilities can be found at Heathfield (approximately 4.8 miles), Crowborough (approximately 5.1 miles), Uckfield (approximately 5.2 miles), Tunbridge Wells (approximately 11.8 miles) and Lewes (approximately 13.5 miles).

State and private schools: Hadlow Down and Five Ashes both have well-regarded Church of England primary schools, with other schools in the area including Skippers Hill Manor Preparatory School in Five Ashes and community colleges at secondary level in Heathfield, Uckfield and Crowborough. Independent secondary schools in Mayfield, Tonbridge, Bedes at Upper Dicker, Sevenoaks and Eastbourne.

Mainline rail: Buxted (approximately 2.3 miles) to London Bridge from 68 minutes; Crowborough (approximately 4.4 miles) lies a little further up on the same line with journey times to London Bridge from just over an hour. Also, Tunbridge Wells (approximately 11.5 miles) for the South East train line, for London Bridge, Cannon Street, Waterloo East and Charing Cross.

The village is well-connected in terms of transport, with good road links to nearby towns and villages. The A272 road passes close to Hadlow Down, providing easy access to larger towns including Haywards Heath (approximately 15.7 miles) and East Grinstead (approximately 16.2 miles). The M25 can be accessed via the A21 linking to the national motorway network, Gatwick and Heathrow airports and the Channel Tunnel, with both the A21 and A22 offering an easy route to the south coast.

Description

This immaculately presented accommodation, built in 2020, is finished throughout in a modern, minimalist style, thoughtfully arranged over three floors and ideally suited to contemporary family living. Of particular note are the open-plan kitchen and the beautifully landscaped gardens.

Upon entering, the entrance hall leads to a ground floor cloakroom and gives access to both reception areas. To the left is a well appointed double aspect sitting room, featuring two sets of bi-fold doors that open onto the rear garden, creating a bright and inviting space. To the right, the expansive open-plan kitchen/dining/family room spans the depth of the house, also with a double aspect and further bi-fold doors opening to the garden. This sociable space is perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The contemporary kitchen is finished to a high standard, with sleek handleless cabinetry, solid granite worktops, a breakfast bar, and integrated Bosch appliances. A separate utility room provides additional space for appliances and practical storage.

The first floor offers three generous double bedrooms, including a beautifully appointed principal suite with a dressing area, en-suite shower room, and far-reaching countryside views. The remaining bedrooms on this floor are served by a stylish family bathroom and benefit from built-in storage.

The top floor features a further spacious double bedroom with a double aspect, along with an additional modern bathroom. Both rooms enjoy elevated views of the surrounding countryside, and useful built-in storage enhances the practicality of this floor.

The property sits within a small and exclusive development, approached via a private driveway that offers parking for three vehicles and an electric vehicle charging point. The south-facing rear garden is designed for low maintenance and wraps around the property.

Modern features such as underfloor heating throughout the ground floor and an air source heat pump ensure comfort and efficiency in this impressive family home.