Bolney Road, Ansty, RH17

OVERVIEW. Guide Price £700,000-£750,000. Backing onto woodland, Oakdene is a superb family home that we have fallen in love with and provides ample and flexible accommodation that will no doubt appeal to a wide range of buyers. As soon as you walk through the front door, you get a sense of the transformation that this Victorian home has undergone. Originally a three bedroom home, it has been extended to provide four double bedrooms, four bathrooms, excellent entertaining space whilst at the same time combining character with a modern twist.

 The main area of the ground floor focuses on open plan living, with the sitting and dining room located to the front. You’ll find a decorative fireplace in the sitting area, with a wood burner next to the large dining table. We really like the flow through to the kitchen, which is enhanced by the wood effect floor. In the kitchen you are instantly drawn to the large central island and the bifold doors that take you out to the terrace. The island has a breakfast bar space at both ends in addition to an induction hob and plenty of storage. On both sides of the kitchen there is ample wood work surface prep area as well as an integrated dishwasher, built in ovens and a warming drawer. Off the dining area is a utility room which works perfectly in conjunction with open plan kitchen – you’ll find space for the washing machine and tumble dryer in here, space for outdoor equipment and importantly, access to the garden.

Elsewhere on the ground floor, the former garage is now the location of the study; perfect for those that need to work from home, though it could also work well as a playroom. Behind the study is a wet room.

The first floor provides three bedrooms and a family bathroom. The outstanding main bedroom suite is located to the rear. Forming part of an extension, this room has beautiful views over the garden and towards the woodland behind, amplified by the juliett balcony. The wood burner provides a boutique feel to this room, as does the walk in dressing area and the built in wardrobes. The automatic lighting as you enter the dressing area is a nice touch. From here, the en-suite is modern and slick. To the front are bedrooms three and four, both of which are double bedrooms. The family bathroom is ideally positioned for these two bedrooms where you’ll find a P shape shower/bath, WC, hand basin and heated towel rail.  Bedroom two is a conveniently located on the second floor and could be ideal for a teenager, with space potentially for a sofa and an en-suite.

All year round, the garden is a stand out feature of Oakdene. The decked terrace is the perfect spot to entertain in and flows perfectly from the kitchen via the bifold doors. From here, steps take you to the various lawn areas, with the garden extending in excess of 150 feet. We are big fans of the outdoor lighting which helps create that perfect setting as you watch the sun disappear. To the front is off road parking for three cars.

The property tenure is freehold and the council tax band is E.

LOCATION. Ansty is a village located to the west of Haywards Heath, between Cuckfield and the A/M23. Within walking distance is Ansty football/cricket and social club with events on throughout the year, whilst at the top of the road is a petrol station and a Spar for daily essentials. Cuckfield boasts an array of independent shops coupled with a thriving community. Our favourite places to eat are at The Talbot and The Rose And Crown, whilst for a more special occasions, you could try the Michelin starred Ockenden Manor & Spa which is in the heart of the village. Catchment schools are both in Cuckfield; Holy Trinity Primary School and Warden Park Secondary School, both rated as good in their most recent Ofsted report. Haywards Heath station where trains to London Victoria and London Bridge are under an hour can be found three miles to the east. There is easy access from Bolney Road takes you to the A/M23, with Brighton being 20 minutes to the south and Gatwick Airport 15 minutes to the north.