4 bed link detached house for sale

Cowfold Road, Bolney, Haywards Heath RH17

Summary

Tucked away at the end of a quiet private lane and surrounded by rolling Sussex countryside, 'Apple Cottage' is a wonderfully unique and beautifully presented four-bedroom link detached character family home. Offering an idyllic blend of rural living and easy access to modern amenities, the property has been thoughtfully renovated and extended to create a characterful yet contemporary family home. The current owners have made significant improvements throughout, retaining original features such as exposed beams, brickwork, a vaulted ceiling, an open fireplace, and wood-burning stove, while introducing elegant modern touches. The ground floor comprises a double-aspect sitting room with vaulted ceiling, brick fireplace and patio doors to garden, a spacious dining/family room with inglenook and wood-burning stove, and a beautifully appointed split level kitchen/breakfast room being comprehensively fitted with built-in appliances and French doors opening onto the garden. Utility room with skylight window, ground floor cloakroom with addition storage/utility area, hobbies/workroom with internal access to the garage, complete the layout. On the first floor, the landing leads to the principal bedroom with dual aspect, two further bedrooms, a family bathroom, and a fourth bedroom accessed via a second staircase from the hobbies/workroom, offering flexible accommodation for family or guests. Set within a leafy plot, the fully enclosed garden is ideal for entertaining and evening barbecues with patio area, covered pergola and central area of lawn. A private driveway provides parking for several vehicles. Attached garage providing scope for conversion STPP. Internal viewings are highly recommended. Cash buyers only - contact the office for more information.

Situated on the fringes of the sought-after village of Bolney, Apple Cottage enjoys a strong sense of community while remaining close to a range of local amenities. Families benefit from access to excellent schools including Bolney CE Primary, Warden Park Academy in Cuckfield, and several independent options in Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill. The acclaimed Bolney Estate Vineyard and neighbouring Cider Tap are a short walk away, offering local wine and produce in a picturesque setting. For commuters, Haywards Heath mainline station is just a short drive away, providing direct services to London and Brighton, and ultrafast broadband makes remote working straightforward. The property is surrounded by miles of scenic footpaths, countryside trails, and access to the South Downs National Park, offering superb opportunities for walking, cycling, and outdoor pursuits. Local recreational facilities include Wickwoods Country Club, golf at Mannings Heath, and show jumping at Hickstead. The property combines the very best of rural Sussex living with the convenience of nearby amenities, excellent schooling, and a welcoming community.

Council Tax Band: F
Tenure: Freehold

Auctioneers Additional Comments

Pattinson Auction are referred to as The Auctioneer. This auction lot is being sold by either conditional (Modern) or unconditional (Traditional) auction terms and overseen by The Auctioneer. The method of auction sale and the applicable terms and conditions are found on the lot page of this property on The Auctioneers website. The property is available to view strictly by appointment only via any Marketing Agent or The Auctioneer. Please be aware that any enquiry, bid or viewing of the subject property will require your details to be shared between any marketing agent and The Auctioneer so that matters can be dealt with effectively. The property is being sold via a transparent online auction. To submit a bid, all bidders must adhere to a verification of identity process in line with Anti Money Laundering procedures. Bids can be submitted at any time and from anywhere.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

The advertised price is commonly referred to as a Starting Bid or Guide Price and is accompanied by a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price is confidential to the seller and The Auctioneer and will typically be within a range above or below 10% of the Guide Price or Starting Bid. These prices are subject to change. An auction can be closed at any time, with The Auctioneer permitting the property (the lot) to be sold prior to the end of the auction. A Legal Pack associated with this property is available to view upon request and contains details relevant to the legal documentation, enabling all interested parties to make an informed decision prior to bidding. The Legal Pack will also outline the buyers obligations and sellers commitments. It is strongly advised that you seek the counsel of a solicitor prior to proceeding with any property and/or Land Title purchase.

Auctioneers Additional Comments

In order to secure the property and ensure commitment from the seller, upon exchange of contracts the successful bidder will be expected to pay a non-refundable deposit equivalent to 5% of the purchase price. The deposit will form part of the purchase price. A non-refundable reservation fee of up to 6% inc VAT (subject to a minimum fee which could be up to 7,200 inc VAT) is also payable upon agreement of sale. The Reservation Fee is in addition to the agreed purchase price, and consideration should be given by the purchaser to any Stamp Duty Land Tax liability associated with the overall purchase costs. Both the Marketing Agent and The Auctioneer may consider it necessary or beneficial to pass customer details to third-party service suppliers, from whom a referral fee may be received. There is no requirement or obligation to use any recommended suppliers or services.