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See how verdicts work3-bedroom bungalow · TN22 5TU
For saleListed 12 days
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About
A seldom found 1920’s three bedroom detached chalet style bungalow occupying a stunning plot of approx 0.17 of an acre adjoining woodland to the rear and surrounded by open countryside.
Situated off a country lane in this ever favoured village. Forest Side is a distinctive country home with an attractive mock Tudor gable and versatile accommodation throughout extending to 1316 sq ft.
The property lies in an elevated position with a large rear garden having a pleasant backdrop of the woodland.
The property has enormous potential for enlargement to create a substantial family home, off the first floor landing are two large attic spaces, many of the property on the lane have been dramatically enlarged.
The property is entered via a central hallway with a refitted shower room found nearby, there is generous size sitting with wood burning stove, across the hallway is a dining room which continues through to the third bedroom/office.
To one side of the shower room is a spacious bedroom with built-in wardrobes.
The kitchen/breakfast room is found to the rear of the property, made up by a range of matching units to one side and there are sliding patio doors give access to a conservatory.
From the entrance hallway a staircase rises to the first floor landing, there are two large attic spaces which could provide further accommodation and a double bedroom with eaves storage and a picture window enjoying a pleasant aspect.
Outside, the front of the property is approached via a driveway with a lawn to the front.
The rear garden is predominately laid to lawn enclosed by mature hedging with a timber shed and greenhouse to the far boundary. EPC E Council Tax Band E Mains Drainage Heating?
Location Forest Side is situated on the outskirts of this highly sought after village within walking distance of the picturesque Lavender steam railway line, farm shop and village inn.
Isfield is ideally situated within approximately 5 miles of the historic county town of Lewes with its mainline station (London Victoria 67 mins), historic castle and extensive shopping facilities and supermarkets.
Alternatively Uckfield town is within 2.3 miles offering several bars/restaurants, supermarkets, a public cinema and library and a popular leisure centre together with a railway station providing services to London.
The town of Haywards Heath with further shopping facilities and mainline station to London (London Bridge/Victoria approximately 45 minutes) is some 20-25 minute drive away.
The surrounding countryside provides delightful scenic walks and numerous bridle paths linking with the neighbouring districts.
Other recreational facilities include golf at the East Sussex national, polo at Knepp Castle, racing at Plumpton, Lingfield and Brighton.
There is also good access to the south coast providing a wide range of water sports and amenities including marinas at both Brighton and Eastbourne. Opera can be enjoyed at nearby Glyndebourne.
Value & comps
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