Guide price
£1,495,000Equestrian property for sale
Criers Lane, Five Ashes, Mayfield, East Sussex, TN20
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Equestrian property
26.00 acre(s)
Key information
Tenure: Freehold
Council tax: Band G
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Features and description
- Tenure: Freehold
- An attractive 5 bedroom Grade II Listed farmhouse
- 1 bed cottage
- Stable block and sand school
- Garaging
- In all about 26.12 acres
- Further agricultural buildings available
- EPC Rating = E
A pretty Grade II Listed farmhouse, with a one bedroom cottage, a modern timber framed stable block, sand school and garaging. In all about 26 acres.
Description
Broadreed Farmhouse
Broadreed Farmhouse is a traditional Sussex tile hung and timber framed farmhouse, believed to date back to the 16th century. The farmhouse is presented in good order, with generously proportioned rooms, good ceiling heights for its age and classical period features, including exposed beams and inglenook fire places. From its westerly aspect, there are fine uninterrupted views over the Weald.
The accommodation of about 3,924 sq ft is arranged over three floors and currently comprises three reception rooms, a study, a kitchen/breakfast room, w.c, utility, five bedrooms (1 ensuite) a shower room and a family bathroom.
Outside, the immediate gardens extend to the front rear and side, backing onto the farmland and are mainly laid to lawn with herbaceous borders and a kitchen garden.
Opposite the farmhouse is a traditional building which provides ample car storage and comprises a quadruple garage, a double garage, two single garages.
The Cottage
A pretty one bedroom brick built cottage lies to the north east of the farmhouse. The accommodation is modest but full of character and provides comfortable accommodation, which briefly comprises and open plan kitchen, living area, one bedroom, a utility room and bathroom.
The cottage benefits from its own enclosed garden.
Equestrian facilities and land
A modern timber framed stable block, comprising 8 stables lies to the south east of the farmhouse. There is a staff room attached to the north east elevation of the traditional garage block and to the north of the farmhouse is a sand school.
The land lies primarily to the north and west of the farmhouse and provides an attractive backdrop, affording great protection and amenity to the property.
In total the land extends to 26 acres and is predominantly pasture with several small ponds.
In addition, there are four large agricultural barns available by separate negotiation.
General Remarks
Method of Sale
The property is offered for sale by private treaty.
Tenure and Possession
Vacant possession will be available upon completion of the sale subject to the occupancies listed below.
Broadreed Farmhouse - Vacant Possession
Broadreed Cottage - Assured Shorthold Tenancy
Farmland and farm buildings - Grazing Licence
Lotting
The vendor reserves the right to alter the lotting at any time.
Local Authorities
Wealden District Council: East Sussex County Council:
Listing
Broadreed Farmhouse is Grade II Listed.
Minerals, Sporting and Timber Rights
The minerals, sporting and timber rights, so far as they are owned are included in the sale.
Services
All properties benefit from mains electricity and water. OFH and private drainage.
Council Tax
Broadreed Farmhouse - Band G
Broadreed Cottage - Band A
EPC Ratings
Broadreed Farmhouse - E
Broadreed Cottage - Exempt
Broadband
Broadreed Farm benefits from fast broadband speeds with a fibre connection.
Planning
Prospective purchasers will need to make their own enquiries of the relevant Local Authorities with regard to the prospect of conversions, extensions and alternative uses.
Basic Payment Scheme (BPS)
For the avoidance of doubt, no BPS entitlements will be included in the sale.
VAT
In the event that the sale of the property, or part of it or any right attached to it, becomes chargeable for the purposes of VAT, such tax will be payable by the purchaser in addition to the consideration.
Fixtures and Fittings
Clarification on any specific items will be provided by the vendors’ agents at the appropriate time.
Easements, Covenants, Rights of Way and Restrictions
The farm is offered for sale subject to and with the benefit of all existing wayleaves, easements, quasi-easements, rights of way, covenants and restrictions whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
There is a public footpath which runs up the drive and splits before the farmhouse continuing north towards Stonehurst Lane and west towards Broadreed Woods.
Statutory Designations
The farm lies entirely within the High Weald National Landscape.
Viewings & Health and Safety
Given the potential hazards of a working farm, viewers should take care and precaution with regard to their personal safety when viewing the farm.
Viewings are by appointment only and accompanied with Savills.
Location
Situated off Criers Lane, down a long driveway and set in unspoilt East Sussex countryside. The attractive villages of Mayfield and Rotherfield are about 3.2 and 3.9 miles away respectively and provide local shopping for everyday needs, together with public houses and primary schools. Crowborough is 6.4 miles distant and provides more extensive shopping facilities, including several supermarkets, high street shops, a leisure centre and schools. Further shopping, restaurants and leisure facilities can be found in the popular spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, about 11.3 miles to the north.
Buxted station is about 3.8 miles and has a service to London Bridge in a little over an hour. Tunbridge Wells has a mainline station to Cannon Street/Charing Cross. Gatwick airport is about 26 miles, as is the M23 which links onto the M25 and national motorway networks, and the A21 can be joined at Tunbridge Wells.
The area is extremely well served for schooling, with a selection of local primaries, Skippers Hill Manor and Holmewood House Prep schools, Benenden and St Leonards Mayfield for girls, Tonbridge for boys and co-educational at Eastbourne and Brighton. In addition, there are a number of state, private and grammar schools at Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks.
Acreage: 26 Acres
Directions
Postcode
TN20 6LG
Directions
From Tunbridge Wells, head south on the A267 / Frant Road for about 8.9 miles, then at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit and stay on A267. Continue on the A267 for about 1.7 miles, then turn right onto Criers Lane and the driveway to Broadreed Farm can be found clearly signposted on the right hand side after about 0.7 miles.
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Description
Broadreed Farmhouse
Broadreed Farmhouse is a traditional Sussex tile hung and timber framed farmhouse, believed to date back to the 16th century. The farmhouse is presented in good order, with generously proportioned rooms, good ceiling heights for its age and classical period features, including exposed beams and inglenook fire places. From its westerly aspect, there are fine uninterrupted views over the Weald.
The accommodation of about 3,924 sq ft is arranged over three floors and currently comprises three reception rooms, a study, a kitchen/breakfast room, w.c, utility, five bedrooms (1 ensuite) a shower room and a family bathroom.
Outside, the immediate gardens extend to the front rear and side, backing onto the farmland and are mainly laid to lawn with herbaceous borders and a kitchen garden.
Opposite the farmhouse is a traditional building which provides ample car storage and comprises a quadruple garage, a double garage, two single garages.
The Cottage
A pretty one bedroom brick built cottage lies to the north east of the farmhouse. The accommodation is modest but full of character and provides comfortable accommodation, which briefly comprises and open plan kitchen, living area, one bedroom, a utility room and bathroom.
The cottage benefits from its own enclosed garden.
Equestrian facilities and land
A modern timber framed stable block, comprising 8 stables lies to the south east of the farmhouse. There is a staff room attached to the north east elevation of the traditional garage block and to the north of the farmhouse is a sand school.
The land lies primarily to the north and west of the farmhouse and provides an attractive backdrop, affording great protection and amenity to the property.
In total the land extends to 26 acres and is predominantly pasture with several small ponds.
In addition, there are four large agricultural barns available by separate negotiation.
General Remarks
Method of Sale
The property is offered for sale by private treaty.
Tenure and Possession
Vacant possession will be available upon completion of the sale subject to the occupancies listed below.
Broadreed Farmhouse - Vacant Possession
Broadreed Cottage - Assured Shorthold Tenancy
Farmland and farm buildings - Grazing Licence
Lotting
The vendor reserves the right to alter the lotting at any time.
Local Authorities
Wealden District Council: East Sussex County Council:
Listing
Broadreed Farmhouse is Grade II Listed.
Minerals, Sporting and Timber Rights
The minerals, sporting and timber rights, so far as they are owned are included in the sale.
Services
All properties benefit from mains electricity and water. OFH and private drainage.
Council Tax
Broadreed Farmhouse - Band G
Broadreed Cottage - Band A
EPC Ratings
Broadreed Farmhouse - E
Broadreed Cottage - Exempt
Broadband
Broadreed Farm benefits from fast broadband speeds with a fibre connection.
Planning
Prospective purchasers will need to make their own enquiries of the relevant Local Authorities with regard to the prospect of conversions, extensions and alternative uses.
Basic Payment Scheme (BPS)
For the avoidance of doubt, no BPS entitlements will be included in the sale.
VAT
In the event that the sale of the property, or part of it or any right attached to it, becomes chargeable for the purposes of VAT, such tax will be payable by the purchaser in addition to the consideration.
Fixtures and Fittings
Clarification on any specific items will be provided by the vendors’ agents at the appropriate time.
Easements, Covenants, Rights of Way and Restrictions
The farm is offered for sale subject to and with the benefit of all existing wayleaves, easements, quasi-easements, rights of way, covenants and restrictions whether mentioned in these particulars or not.
There is a public footpath which runs up the drive and splits before the farmhouse continuing north towards Stonehurst Lane and west towards Broadreed Woods.
Statutory Designations
The farm lies entirely within the High Weald National Landscape.
Viewings & Health and Safety
Given the potential hazards of a working farm, viewers should take care and precaution with regard to their personal safety when viewing the farm.
Viewings are by appointment only and accompanied with Savills.
Location
Situated off Criers Lane, down a long driveway and set in unspoilt East Sussex countryside. The attractive villages of Mayfield and Rotherfield are about 3.2 and 3.9 miles away respectively and provide local shopping for everyday needs, together with public houses and primary schools. Crowborough is 6.4 miles distant and provides more extensive shopping facilities, including several supermarkets, high street shops, a leisure centre and schools. Further shopping, restaurants and leisure facilities can be found in the popular spa town of Royal Tunbridge Wells, about 11.3 miles to the north.
Buxted station is about 3.8 miles and has a service to London Bridge in a little over an hour. Tunbridge Wells has a mainline station to Cannon Street/Charing Cross. Gatwick airport is about 26 miles, as is the M23 which links onto the M25 and national motorway networks, and the A21 can be joined at Tunbridge Wells.
The area is extremely well served for schooling, with a selection of local primaries, Skippers Hill Manor and Holmewood House Prep schools, Benenden and St Leonards Mayfield for girls, Tonbridge for boys and co-educational at Eastbourne and Brighton. In addition, there are a number of state, private and grammar schools at Tunbridge Wells, Tonbridge and Sevenoaks.
Acreage: 26 Acres
Directions
Postcode
TN20 6LG
Directions
From Tunbridge Wells, head south on the A267 / Frant Road for about 8.9 miles, then at the roundabout, take the 2nd exit and stay on A267. Continue on the A267 for about 1.7 miles, then turn right onto Criers Lane and the driveway to Broadreed Farm can be found clearly signposted on the right hand side after about 0.7 miles.
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