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See how verdicts work3-bedroom house · RH17 6EP
For saleReduced £25k (−3.7%) on 2 OctListed 257 days
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About
Beautifully positioned overlooking open fields and countryside, this individual three-bedroom detached home offers a rare opportunity to enjoy a quintessential country lifestyle in the sought-after village of Staplefield.
Just a short stroll from St Mark's Church and Primary School, the village green, and two acclaimed pub-restaurants, the property combines the best of peaceful rural living with an active village community.
Originally built in the 1970s and thoughtfully remodelled over the years, the house blends traditional character with modern comfort.
Constructed of cavity brick with attractive part-tiled elevations, it features bright and well-proportioned accommodation, enhanced by double glazing and oil-fired central heating throughout.
The interiors are tastefully presented in a soft, neutral palette, creating a calm and welcoming atmosphere.
The spacious, triple-aspect living room extends to around 18'3" and features an open fireplace-perfect for cosy evenings.
The kitchen opens seamlessly into a light-filled conservatory, offering a delightful space for relaxed dining or entertaining with views over the garden.
A further reception room offers flexibility as a dining room, study or playroom and has potential to be knocked into the kitchen space to create a fabulous kitchen/family room.
Upstairs, three generous double bedrooms all benefit from built-in wardrobes, complemented by a large, well-appointed bath/shower room.
An insulated and part-boarded loft provides additional storage potential.
Outside the home offers ample driveway parking, an adjoining garage, and well-kept gardens to the front, side, and rear, including a private patio ideal for al fresco dining.
Location - Occupying an attractive position on the picturesque Common at the corner of Rose Cottage Lane and Brantridge Lane, this charming property enjoys a peaceful rural outlook to the front and far-reaching countryside views from the first floor at the rear.
The house is ideally situated within easy walking distance of St Mark's Church and Primary School, the two renowned village pub-restaurants, and the village green.
Both Cuckfield and Handcross are approximately five minutes' drive away, offering a range of everyday amenities including shops, cafés, a medical centre, and specialist retailers.
The nearby town of Haywards Heath, about 5.5 miles distant, provides comprehensive shopping facilities, supermarkets, banks, a sixth form college, and a leisure centre.
Excellent transport links are close at hand, with the A23 just a five-minute drive to the northwest, connecting to Brighton, London, Gatwick Airport, and the M25.
Beautiful open countryside can be accessed directly from the doorstep, with numerous public footpaths offering superb walking opportunities.
Value & comps
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