Viewing is essential to appreciate this tucked away detached 5/6 bedroom family home that is finished to an exacting standard with quality fixtures and fittings and benefits from high levels of insulation, timber double glazing and gas central heating with underfloor heating to the ground floor and bathrooms.Approached over a little used lane, electric gates lead to a driveway with a turning circle and parking with access to a triple car barn. Inside you are greeted by a large galleried reception hall that flows into a magnificent kitchen/living area with wide bi-fold doors that take in the stunning rural views. There are two additional reception rooms with a ground floor bedroom suite that could also be used as a third reception room.To the first and second floors are five bedrooms, the master being set to the rear of the property enjoying a Juliet balcony, large dressing room and en-suite bathroom.Outside the property sits in the centre of approx 3/4 of an acre of ground enjoying a wonderful aspect over rolling countryside. There are large areas of block paved patio that lead out onto large areas of lawn. To one corner is a kitchen garden area. There is also a triple car barn with storage above and a useful insulated and painted timber shed.Note: The property owns the section of land at the front of the property and also the small area of ground on the other side of the lane.The property comprisesgalleried reception hall18' 10" x 16' 1" (5.74m x 4.90m) with stairs rising to a galleried landing, oak flooring, large double storage cupboard and double doors toKitchen/family room35' 7" x 20' 0" (10.85m x 6.10m) narrowing to 14' 7" an impressive double aspect room partially vaulted with Velux windows and tiled flooring throughout. The kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of base and wall mounted cabinets with integrated appliances all arranged around a centre island with a 1 1/2 bowl stainless steel sink and retractable power point. The kitchen flows into a dining and living area with recess for a flat screen tv and wide bi-fold doors onto the patio and garden. There is a pantry measuring 7' 1" x 4' 1" (2.16m x 1.24m) with extensive shelving.Utility room9' 1" x 7' 2" (2.77m x 2.18m) with window to side, tiled floor, loft access and a range of base and wall mounted cabinets concealing the fuseboard and boiler. There are spaces and plumbing for appliances and a working surface incorporating a stainless steel sink with mixer tap.Drawing room18' 9" x 14' 8" (5.71m x 4.47m) a dual aspect room with wide bi-fold doors opening onto the patio and garden, central brick fireplace with inset wood burning stove.Ground floor bedroom14' 8" x 12' 4" (4.47m x 3.76m) with window to front.En-suite with obscured window to side and fitted with a wet room shower area with glazed screen, pedestal wash hand basin, concealed cistern wc with heated towel rail to side.Bedroom14' 7" x 14' 4" (4.45m x 4.37m) having a double aspect with double doors and access to side patio.First floor galleried landingWith window to front and further stairs rising to the second floor.Bedroom 114' 9" x 11' 1" (4.50m x 3.38m) with window to front, large walk in wardrobe with fitted cupboards, shelving and hanging rail.En-suite with window to side, tiled floor and fitted with a white panelled bath with shower and shower screen, wash hand basin with mixer tap, concealed cistern wc, heated towel rail.Bedroom 214' 9" x 12' 7" (4.50m x 3.84m) with window to rear.En-suite with obscured window to side, tiled floor and walls and fitted with a wet room shower area with shower screen, vanity sink unit, concealed cistern wc, heated towel rail.Bedroom 314' 5" x 11' 8" (4.39m x 3.56m) with window to front, large wardrobe cupboard with hanging and shelving.En-suite with tiled floor and walls and fitted with a wet room shower area with glazed screen, vanity sink unit with mirror above, concealed cistern wc and heated towel rail.Master bedroom20' 0" x 14' 9" (6.10m x 4.50m) with window and double doors onto Juliet balcony taking in the views, part panelled walls and opening through todressing room 11' 7" x 8' 5" (3.53m x 2.57m) with extensive range of wardrobe cupboards with hanging and shelving and opening through toen-suite with window to rear, tiled floor and walls and fitted with a panelled bath with centre taps, vanity sink unit with mirror above, heated towel rail and large wetroom shower area with glazed screen.Second floor landingWith large Velux window taking in views, access to loft space.Bedroom18' 2" x 10' 0" (5.54m x 3.05m) with Velux window to rear, oak flooring, access to loft space.En-suite with roof lantern, tiled floor and walls and fitted with a panelled bath with centre tap, wet room shower area with glazed screen, concealed cistern wc and vanity sink unit.OutsideThe property is approached via a 5 bar gate leading to a large tarmac driveway providing parking and leading round a turning circle with access to the garage. The front garden provides large areas of lawn with established flowerbeds and a large pond with planted borders. To the rear of the car barn is a timber shed. On the east wide of the house is an attractive paved patio with planted borders providing access to a wood store. A pathway continues round to the side and opens onto the rear patio which takes in the wonderful views. The rear gardens are predominantly laid to lawn being fence and hedge enclosed with established flowerbeds. To one corner is an enclosed kitchen garden area with a timber shed and greenhouse. To the west side is a further area of lawn with a variety of pine trees.Triple car barn27' 3" x 18' 0" (8.31m x 5.49m) with storage above.Council taxRother District CouncilBand G£3,789.89

Guide price: £1,750,000-£1,850,000virtual tour can be seen here or on the foley and neville website.Main specifications: A substantial detached 7 bedroomed country residence set in circa 3 acres in elevated position with far reaching views (with option to purchase A further two acres )* planning already granted for A detached triple garage complex with A one bedroomed apartment above which has already been started to secure the permission * private tree lined drive with electric entry gates * front, side and rear gardens * accommodation arranged over 4 floors * reception hall * library * sitting room * kitchen / breakfast room * morning room * utility room / second kitchen * dining room * garden room * drawing room * games room * cinema room * main bedroom with ensuite dressing room and separate ensuite bathroom / shower room * further ensuite to bedroom two * further family bathroom and further separate family shower room * three loft room and playroom * perfect for A large family * conveniently close to battle mainline train station making this property ideal for london commuters.Description: A very attractive substantial sized 4,152 square foot family residence set at the end of its own private security gated drive within approximately 3 acres of gardens and enjoying stunning far-reaching views over the Sussex countryside, with the option to purchase a further two acres, as well as benefiting from planning permission for a detached triple garage complex with accommodation over (which has already had the base created to secure the planning).This wonderful sized family residence is also so adaptable with Its current accommodation arranged over 4 floors, as well as having two staircases and numerous bathrooms / shower rooms. In our opinion, these attributes makes this warm and inviting family home also ideal for entertaining or even having generous amounts of space for either a teenage or elderly relative to have their own private suite or portion of the house and therefore able to incorporate an internal annex of sorts with total ease.Furthermore, the extensive gravelled driveway and parking areas, makes it easy for numerous family members and visitors to park and manoeuvrer their vehicles with ease.Situation: Located in a wonderful elevated semi-rural position set off Whatlington Road near Battle and enjoying absolutely stunning far reaching country views, this property is considered perfect for London commuters, especially with both the Crowhurst and Battle mainline train stations within only a short drive away.Depending upon educational needs, there is an abundant variety of reputable teaching institutions to choose from within the general locality, including Battle Abbey, Eastbourne College, Mayfield School for Girls, Tonbridge School for Boys and Bede’s to name but a few.Although Battle offers excellent shopping and leisure facilities, Tunbridge Wells and Eastbourne are also within a convenient drive away, which are able to offer an even greater choice if needed.With sailing on the coast and numerous golf courses nearby, as well as a network of cycling routes and bridleways, in addition to amazing country walks all the way to the South Downs National Park, it is no surprise that London buyers are so keen to purchase properties in this particular part of Sussex.Accommodation:Reception hall: Panelled front door into reception hall with radiators and wall mounted security entry phone system, coved ceiling, double glazed window to rear.Cloakroom: Comprising of a W.C., wash basin, radiator, window.Library: Approached from reception hall with radiator, coved ceiling and double-glazed window with front aspect and wonderful views.Sitting room: Approached from library. A double aspect room with radiators coved ceiling, double glazed doors opening to the rear gardens, further double-glazed window with aspect to front garden and views beyond of the countryside.Kitchen / breakfast room: A double aspect room, radiator, range of cupboard and base units with work surfaces over, central island and breakfast bar, space for cooker, hood over, sink unit, integrated dishwasher, double glazed window with aspect over rear gardens, further double-glazed window with aspect over the front gardens and wonderful rural views beyond.Inner hallway: With radiator, door leading to 2nd cloakroom, 2nd staircase to first floor landing, door to morning room.Morning room: With double doors, radiator, coved ceiling, double glazed window with aspect to front garden and wonderful far-reaching views beyond.Dining room: A double aspect room with radiators, feature fireplace with wood burner, double glazed window with aspect to front and lovely views beyond, further double-glazed window with aspect to rear garden. Door to drawing room.Drawing room with adjoining 2nd cloakroom: With radiator and window with aspect to rear garden.Utility room: Comprising of a range of cupboard and base units with work surfaces over and fitted sink and spaces for appliances, door to garden room.Garden room: With windows over looking rear garden.Accommodation first floor: From the main staircase leading up from the main reception hall, you come to the first-floor landing with radiator, access to 2nd floor large loft accommodation. Double glazed window with wonderful breath-taking views of the front grounds and far-reaching aspect of the Sussex countryside.Bedroom 0NE with ensuite dressing room and ensuite bathroom / shower room: A double sized and triple aspect room with coved ceiling, radiators, window with aspect over front garden with wonderful breath taking far reaching rural views beyond, further double-glazed window with views of the rear gardens and far-reaching rural views beyond. Doors to ensuite dressing room and separate ensuite bathroom / shower room.Ensuite dressing room: With cupboards, radiator and double-glazed window with aspect to front garden.Ensuite bathroom / shower room: Comprising of a panelled bath, W.C., separate shower cubicle with glazed sides and tiled walls and shower control system, wash basin with vanity cupboard under, towel rail, mirror cabinet, double glazed window with aspect over rear gardens and wonderful views beyond.Bedroom two with ensuite bathroom: With fitted wardrobe cupboard, radiator, double glazed window with aspect over the front garden and beyond of the distant countryside. Door to ensuite.Ensuite bathroom / shower room to debroom two: Comprising of panelled bath with shower system and screen, W, C., wash basin with vanity cupboard under, tiled walls, double glazed window with aspect to rear and wonderful views beyond.Bedroom three: A double sized and doble aspect room, radiator, double glazed window with aspect to front and views beyond of the countryside, further double-glazed window with aspect to rear and wonderful rural views beyond. Door to inner landing.Inner landing: Approached also by secondary staircase from downstairs secondary entrance. With doors leading off to family bathroom and bedrooms 4,5,6 and 7.Family bathroom: Comprising of a panelled bath with tiled walls, wash basin, W.C., chrome wall mounted heated towel rail. Double glazed window.Bedroom four: A double sized room, with coved ceiling, radiator and double-glazed window with aspect over front garden and far-reaching rural views beyond.Bedroom five: A double sized room with radiator and double-glazed window with aspect over the rear garden and views beyond,family shower room: Comprising of a double sized shower with shower control system. Wash basin, double glazed window with aspect to rear.Bedroom six: A double sized room with radiator, coved ceiling and double-glazed window with aspect over the rear garden and views beyond of countryside.Bedroom seven: A double sized room with radiator and double-glazed window with aspect over the front gardens and fabulous views of the distant countryside.2nd floor accommodation: Comprises of two loft rooms and a playroom.Lower ground floor accommodation: Approached by stairs from the library with side window to the rear garden.Games room: With radiators and coved ceiling, further door to cinema room.Cinema room: With coved ceiling, radiator, double glazed window.Outside: This attractive family home has approximately 3 acres of gardens and grounds with extensive lawns to both the front and rear.The rear gardens are presently comprised of lawns, numerous varieties of mature and young trees, various shrubs, a number of stocked flower and rose borders in addition to a wonderful walled garden.Overall, the rear garden extends to about 2 acres and has ample space for a swimming pool and tennis court to be incorporated, if required.Behind the large rear gardens there are mature hedges and beyond the rear boundary grass grazing paddocks and far-reaching rural views.Front gardens: Arranged also as mainly lawned areas, with mature hedging and wonderful rural views beyond. In addition, to the left side there are further mature trees aligning the private electric front gated gravel driveway which leads up to the parking and turning areas.**please note that there is A further two acres available by separate negotiation**council tax band: F

LocationPetley Wood Equestrian Centre is located within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in a rural woodland setting that has the benefit of good access to both road and rail transport links. The A21 is approximately a quarter of a mile to the east, and Battle mainline railway station approximately two miles to the south west.Petley Wood is also within a reasonable distance of other equestrian centres and show grounds, including Golden Cross (18.1 miles), Felbridge (37.4 miles), and Hickstead (40.9 miles)DescriptionPetley Farm has been home to the renowned Petley Wood Equestrian Centre for approximately twenty years and has hosted numerous affiliated and unaffiliated events, including: Show Jumping, Dressage, Arena Eventing, Combined Training, and Showing. The facilities have also been hired out to Riding Clubs, Pony Clubs, and the general public.In addition, the current owners previously operated a very busy livery yard at the property.Approximately 168 acres of Ancient Woodland with cleared and well-defined tracks provides a quite unique opportunity for hacking out without having to ride on any public roads or bridleways.In addition, the farm is a licenced wedding venue, with a woodland glade providing an enchanting, setting for ceremonies.The property extends in all to approximately 190 acres, and briefly comprises:The farmhouseThe farmhouse is of brick and tile hung elevations beneath a tiled roof, and briefly comprises:Ground floorEntrance Hall with Cloakroom off, and stairs to the First Floor.Sitting Room (double aspect) with engineered Oak flooring, wood burning stove set into open fireplace with exposed brick surround and hearth. Glazed doors to outside.Garden Room with engineered Oak flooring, glazed doors to outside.Dining Room with engineered Oak flooring.Kitchen with half tiled walls, tiled floor, matching wall and base units, inset stone sink, electric 'Classic' range oven with lpg hob, and extractor hood above. Space and plumbing for dishwasher.Utility Room with half tiled walls, tiled floor, work tops, wall-mounted storage units, space and plumbing for washing machine.Boot Room with half tiled walls, tiled floor, and wall-mounted storage unitsFirst floorLanding with stairs to Second Floor, and doors to:Master Bedroom with built-in hanging cupboards. En-suite with walk-in shower, corner bath, vanity unit with inset wash basin, W.C.Bedroom 2 (double aspect) with built-in hanging cupboards.Bedroom 3 (double aspect) with built-in hanging cupboards.Bedroom 4 with built-in hanging cupboards.Bedroom 5 currently used as an Office with fitted desk tops and bookshelves.Family Bathroom with walk-in shower, wash basin, and W.C.Second floorThe second floor of the farmhouse provides an open-plan Living area/Bedroom 6 with built-in hanging cupboards, eaves storage, and Velux windows.OutsideThe gardens surrounding the farmhouse are predominantly lawn with concrete/paved seating areas and raised wooden decking.A double Garage of brick elevations beneath a tiled roof is located to north east of the farmhouse. The garage benefits from a Utility Area with space and plumbing for a commercial size washing machine.Equestrian facilitiesThe farm drive leading to the equestrian centre culminates in approximately two acres of hardstanding, providing extensive parking for cars, horse boxes and lorries. The adjacent equestrian facilities include:Stable Yard with twenty loose boxes, staff rooms, feed rooms, and a covered wash down area, all of which are arranged around a central courtyard.Located to the north west of the principal stable yard there is a further timber-framed Stable Block with five loose boxes and a wash down area. An additional eight loose boxes are provided within adjacent timber framed stable blocks, together with a number of mobile field shelters and an 'L' shaped timber framed mare and foal Barn located within a paddock to the west.Indoor Arena (49.53m x 24.05m) with an enclosed Judge's Box, seated viewing area, public address system, and an overhead irrigation system.An Outdoor Arena which comprises of three areas, two with bespoke 'Miller Equestrian' surfaces, and one of grass. The three interconnected arenas extend in all to approximately 1.42 acres and benefit from a public address system and a judge's box.Outdoor School (40m x 20m)Circular five Horse Walker.Static Unit which has previously been used as a Cafe, benefits from a Kitchen with a Seating/Dining Area, and Show/Events Office.There are a number of useful storage Shipping Containers strategically placed around the property, a majority of which are connected to mains electricity.Prior to becoming an equestrian centre, there was a Farm Shop at the property, and the remains of the building are still in situ at the farm entrance.The landThe pasture at Petley Farm (approximately 19 acres) is subdivided into fenced paddocks.A single block of Ancient Woodland (approximately 168 acres) located to the west of the farmhouse and stable yard benefits from cleared and signposted rides, two naturally fed ponds, together with a woodland glade used for conducting licenced wedding ceremonies (Licence currently in the process of being renewed).BoundariesThe purchaser must satisfy themselves on the location of all boundaries from the Land Registry plans available and from their site inspection on the ground.ServicesMains electricity and water. Private drainage.AccessAccess is over a private drive leading direct from Marley Lane.Method of saleThe property is offered for sale by private treaty as a whole.TenureThe property is Freehold and will be sold with vacant possession.Local authorityRother District Council.Easements, wayleaves and rights of wayThe property is sold subject to and with the benefit of all existing rights whether public or private, including rights of way, supply, drainage, water and electricity supplies or other rights, covenants, restrictions and obligations, quasi-easements and all wayleaves whether referred to or not within these particulars.Council taxFarmhouse: Band 'F'Please see attached boundary plan for the approximate route of the Public Footpath (indicated by a broken orange line)PlansThe plans provided are for identification purposes only and purchasers should satisfy themselves on the location of external or internal boundaries prior to offering.PhotographsThe photographs within this brochure were taken between October 2020 and October 2022Purchaser identificationIn accordance with Money Laundering Regulations, the selling agents are required to obtain proof of identification for all purchasers. Btf employs the services of Smartsearch to verify the identity and residence of purchasers.AcreagesThe acreages quoted are for guidance purposes only and are given without responsibility. Any intending purchasers should not rely upon these as statements or representations of fact and must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise as to the area being sold.Agent's noteWe wish to inform prospective purchasers that we have prepared these sale particulars as a general guide and none of the statements contained in these particulars relating to this property should be relied upon as a statement of fact. All measurements are given as a guide and no liability can be accepted for any errors arising therefrom. We have not carried out detailed or structural surveys, nor tested the services, appliances or any fittings.We understand that the property is subject to a Section 106 Agreement which ties the whole property together as a single unit. A copy of the Agreement has been requested from Rother District Council.ViewingsViewings are strictly by appointment only with the vendor's sole agent.The vendors and their agents do not accept any responsibility for accidents or personal injury as a result of viewings whether accompanied or not.

A unique opportunity to acquire an extraordinary country house in much acclaimed Sussex close to the historic town of Battle, site of the Battle of Hastings in 1066. It is a period house of character that has the highest of specifications for 21st century living.Catsfield Place is an attractive and historic Grade II Listed Country House dating from the 16th century. It sits in a rural location with views over the surrounding countryside. The property has 2 Annexes, 3 Offices together with a Leisure Complex with an indoor Swimming Pool and Entertaining Area. There are substantial outbuildings, garaging and 2 hard tennis courts.Catsfield Place is approached down a wooded drive and entered through electrically operated wrought iron gates opening into the gravelled drive and extensive parking areas.The accommodation extends over three floors. The ground floor consists of an entrance hall and vestibule leading through to drawing room, dining room, sitting room, study, staircase hall and cellar. Moving on to the breakfast room, quality fitted kitchen, family room, library and second study.The first floor is accessed via a heavy oak staircase dating from 1685. The accommodation consists of a principal bedroom with dressing room and ensuite bathroom, five additional bedrooms and two further bathroomsThe second floor is accessed via either of two staircases. The accommodation consists of a landing, sitting area, double bedroom and bathroom.Outside of the main house, although attached through the pool house is the leisure complex that includes the swimming pool, entertaining area, bar and party room. This leads on to the offices, annexes and media room.The grounds, in all about 3 acres, contain mature gardens, outbuildings and garaging. The mature gardens consist of a walled garden next to the house with a paved terrace, lawns, gravel paths and flowering shrub borders. A small kitchen garden has beds and a potting shed. There is a small paddock beyond.Catsfield village has a general store/Post Office, farm shop, butchers and pub. Commercial and leisure facilities are to be found in Battle some 4.3 miles distant. Bexhill-on-Sea and the coast is 6.5 miles away and Tunbridge WellsBattle station is on the London Bridge/ Charing Cross line and Ashford International (Eurostar) is accessed from Bexhill-on-Sea.Council tax band: D

A unique opportunity to acquire an extraordinary country house in much acclaimed Sussex close to the historic town of Battle, site of the Battle of Hastings in 1066. It is a period house of character that has the highest of specifications for 21st century living.Catsfield Place is an attractive and historic Grade II Listed Country House dating from the 16th century. It sits in a rural location with views over the surrounding countryside. The property has 2 Annexes, 3 Offices together with a Leisure Complex with an indoor Swimming Pool and Entertaining Area. There are substantial outbuildings, garaging and 2 hard tennis courts.Catsfield Place is approached down a wooded drive and entered through electrically operated wrought iron gates opening into the gravelled drive and extensive parking areas.The accommodation extends over three floors. The ground floor consists of an entrance hall and vestibule leading through to drawing room, dining room, sitting room, study, staircase hall and cellar. Moving on to the breakfast room, quality fitted kitchen, family room, library and second study.The first floor is accessed via a heavy oak staircase dating from 1685. The accommodation consists of a principal bedroom with dressing room and ensuite bathroom, five additional bedrooms and two further bathroomsThe second floor is accessed via either of two staircases. The accommodation consists of a landing, sitting area, double bedroom and bathroom.Outside of the main house, although attached through the pool house is the leisure complex that includes the swimming pool, entertaining area, bar and party room. This leads on to the offices, annexes and media room.The grounds, in all about 3 acres, contain mature gardens, outbuildings and garaging. The mature gardens consist of a walled garden next to the house with a paved terrace, lawns, gravel paths and flowering shrub borders. A small kitchen garden has beds and a potting shed. There is a small paddock beyond.Catsfield village has a general store/Post Office, farm shop, butchers and pub. Commercial and leisure facilities are to be found in Battle some 4.3 miles distant. Bexhill-on-Sea and the coast is 6.5 miles away and Tunbridge WellsBattle station is on the London Bridge/ Charing Cross line and Ashford International (Eurostar) is accessed from Bexhill-on-Sea.Council tax band: D