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"Beautifully presented detached house in a desirable no through private road, with full planning permission for a significant extension.

Description

This stunning detached three bedroom family home offers a rare opportunity to purchase a well presented family property with the potential to extend and make it your own. Situated in this raised south westerly corner plot at the end of a leafy private lane within a few minutes walk of Lindfield High Street

The property is beautifully presented and offers a perfect balance of comfort and modern living. Situated in a prime location, the property has an open plan ground floor, which is ideal for family living and entertaining. The spacious design offers a bright, airy atmosphere, and is complemented by neutral d cor, Karndean flooring to the ground floor and stylish yet practical plantation shutters to most windows.

The open plan ground floor offers a spacious and inviting living area with a cosy wood burning stove. it flows seamlessly into the dining space and recently refitted kitchen, creating a wonderful hub for family gatherings and social occasions; it is open to the playroom which could be used as a study area. The modern kitchen has marble effect worktops and a breakfast bar with sleek cabinets; integrated appliances include an oven, an induction hob and extractor over, a microwave, a washing machine, and a dishwasher. There is a courtesy door to the garage and access to the rear terrace.

On the first floor are three light and bright bedrooms and a family bathroom; the principal bedroom is dual aspect, with fitted wardrobes. Bedroom two is dual aspect with eaves access, and bedroom three has fitted cupboards and loft access.

Outside
The property sits on a desirable corner plot in a peaceful no through private road, providing a tranquil environment and ideally located for Lindfield High Street, local schools and approximately one mile from Haywards Heath mainline station.

The property has lawned gardens to the front and rear; the rear gardens are of a south westerly aspect and fully enclosed wit gated access either side. There is a terrace adjoining the rear elevation providing outdoor space for relaxation, gardening, and play.

To the front is a brick paved driveway giving convenient off road parking for at least vehicles, with an integrated garage offering additional storage space and an external EV chargepoint.

Full Planning Permission
The property comes with full planning permission ref DM 23 2934, granted 29 February 2024 to extend and create a four bedroom offering potential for further expansion if required; the approved plans allow for a two storey side extension, to create a living room, family room, kitchen dining room, utility room on the ground floor and on the first floor a principal suite with walk in wardrobe and en suite bathroom, with three further bathrooms one en suite and family bathroom, with a widened driveway for parking. Plans are available from the Agent or online at Mid Sussex District Council planning portal.

Location

1 The Chestnuts is just one mile from Haywards Heath Station for access to London and the surrounding areas. Historic Lindfield High Street is only half a mile away, providing a range of local shops, restaurants, and amenities.

The neighbouring town of Haywards Heath provides a further range of facilities, including high street shops, restaurants, supermarkets including a Waitrose and a leisure centre; more comprehensive shopping can be found in Brighton, Crawley and Tunbridge Wells.

Sporting and recreational activities are extensive, with golf at Haywards Heath, Lindfield and Piltdown, racing at Plumpton and Brighton, sailing at Weir Wood and Ardingly reservoirs and along the South Coast, and walking and riding locally including the South Downs National Park and on the Ashdown Forest. The renowned Glyndebourne Opera House is just east of Lewes and the vibrant city of Brighton and Hove 15 miles distant has a thriving theatre culture, festivals and events.

Mainline rail service Haywards Heath station is about one mile distant, with services to London Bridge Victoria from 45 minutes.

Schools There is an excellent range of schools in the area, both state and private, including Blackthorns Primary Academy catchment school 2024 , Lindfield Primary Academy and Oathall Community College, Cumnor House, Great Walstead, Ardingly College, Worth, Burgess Hill Girls and Hurstpierpoint College.

All times and distances are approximate.

Square Footage 1,132 sq ft

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