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" Ulverstone is an Edwardian country house constructed around the turn of the century in brick with rendered first floor elevations under a tiled roof with ornate, tall chimneys. It has been refurbished and updated in the last 2 years and retains many interesting original features, including a large balcony to the South and a full width recessed verandah along the front elevation. Points to note include: period fireplaces, oriel windows, parquet flooring, extensive panelling to the ground floor. The property enjoys views across open countryside to Chailey Common. In all a fabulous family home surrounded by its own gardens.

Situation
Ulverstone is located between Scaynes Hill and Chailey within close proximity to Chailey Common Local amenities: Public houses, petrol filling station and recreation ground. Comprehensive shopping: Haywards Heath, Lewes, Brighton. Mainline Rail Service: Haywards Heath & Lewes. www.setrains.co.uk Schools: There are many highly regarded schools in the area, both state and private. www.westsussex.gov.uk/ccm/navigation/education www.eastsussex.gov.uk/ccm/navigation/education Communications: The M25 orbital motorway can be accessed via the A23, linking to other motorway networks, Gatwick and Heathrow airports and the coast.

Outside
The house is approached via double electric gates and a tarmacadam entrance drive which leads past the house to a parking and turning area fronted by a double timber barn style garage with adjoining shed. The gardens are a particular feature of the property and are well fenced and screened, offering a high degree of seclusion. To the front of the house, beyond the drive is an area of lawn and mature trees. Steps lead up from the driveway to a terrace with raised beds and stone retaining walls. To the west of the house is a further lawn with fruit trees. To the rear of the property there are steps leading down from a raised terrace to a heated swimming pool with a paved surround, and adjoining paved terrace and separate wooden decking area. The pool is heated by an oil fired boiler in an adjoining timber outbuilding, which houses this and the filtration unit. There is an old well with an attractive brick head. Beyond the pool, there is a further area of lawn with established trees and shrubs. In all about 1.2 acres