Windmill CottageCross In Hand | Heathfield | TN21 0TA

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Seller InsightThis utterly charming period home, which boasts around three acres of splendid gardens and grounds, enjoys a truly idyllic location on the edge of the pretty village of Cross in Hand. “My parents bought the property thirty-six years ago so this is the first time it’s been on

the open market in almost four decades, and it’s a magical place,” says Angela. “It began life as a rather modest two-up, two-down that sat next to a windmill – hence the name. The windmill was then moved across the road and the house was extended in the 70s, 80s, 90s and 2000s, so it’s definitely evolved over time, and it’s now a very large and hugely characterful property that for us has been the most wonderful family home.”

“My father was the first to fall for its charms. He came across the particulars in an estate agent’s window and was so intrigued that he decided to take a trip out to have a look. The story goes that he drove up the long, sweeping driveway, got out of the car, walked straight past the house into the garden, took one look at the magnificent view and that was it. He drove straight back to the estate agent and put in an offer there and then. He hadn’t set foot inside the house; it was the setting he fell in love with, and it is indeed a lovely spot. The house sits on high ground so you can see right the way across the valley all the way to Eastbourne – on a clear day you can even see the ships out at sea.”

“The house itself is beautiful and it’s completely enveloped by the gardens and grounds so each of the rooms has a lovely view. Inside it’s very spacious and bright, and it has such a warm and welcoming feel throughout. My parents did bits and pieces to update it, and they added a gorgeous sunroom, which is the real focal point of the house, but although the house as a whole is just delightful, I’d say that it has lots of potential so the new owners could come in and really put their stamp on it.”

“The sunroom that my parents added is definitely my favourite. It has a big bay window, sliding doors that open out onto a little patio and there’s also one huge picture window that almost takes up an entire wall, which looks out across the garden, the paddocks and the rolling countryside beyond. When we come together as a family, it’s the real hub of the home.”

“The location of the house is just stunning. It’s nicely tucked away and completely surrounded by natural beauty so you really get the feeling of being miles from anywhere. However, it takes under ten minutes to drive into Heathfield, which is a lovely little market town.”

“We’ve had some wonderful times at the house, and the grounds have provided the perfect backdrop to some fabulous occasions. We’ve had big birthdays with marquees in the garden, New Year’s Eve and big Bonfire Night parties, and we even had a wedding celebration, which was a magical day.”

“For us this has been a wonderful family home and it’s a place that holds an awful lot of fond memories,” says Angela. “We’ll be sad to let it go, but it needs a new family to fill it and enjoy it, just as we always have.”*

We are delighted to bring onto the market for the first time in 36 years this uniquely positioned four bedroom un-listed 19th century cottage.

Originally providing the living accommodation for the miller to the Issinghurst Estate; the windmill has since been relocated.

Windmill Cottage is set well back from the road, up a secluded driveway skirting its own small wooded dell. This discreetly located property has an elevated position with stunning views across the Weald towards the South Downs and the English Channel.

The immediate approach to the grounds is via a five bar gate; therein providing a wooded vehicle turning circle with ample parking surrounded by numerous mature trees and shrubs including azaleas and rhododendrons. This area gives clear access to the paddock and house frontage.

The house has been extended over the years and offers generously proportioned living and bedroom accommodation for a family home. The main entrance is through the original cottage doorway into a hallway, off which are separate utility and cloak rooms.

This leads into a large and bright inner lobby onto a large open dinning room. This flows into the spacious living area including kitchen and breakfast room and the large sun lounge over looking an ornamental pond, the latter with dual aspect and sliding door to the outside. All three rooms have unobstructed views over the garden paddock or to the coast. Also from the inner lobby is a staircase and door to a triple aspect reception room with wood burning stove set within the original fireplace. To the rear is a small conservatory.

Taking the stairs to the first floor you find, accessed directly from a large central landing, four double bedrooms, two of which have en-suite bath/shower rooms, and a family bathroom.

The master bedroom has built in wardrobes, with hidden doors to an en-suite and a walk in cupboard. It has dual aspect windows allowing for an abundance of light and commands stunning panoramic views across the surrounding countryside.

The house is surrounded by a secluded garden and is adjacent to a good sized paddock with a small stable and mains fed water to the field trough. Windmill Cottage is fully double glazed with mains gas central heating and water. There is also a new upgraded waste sewage treatment tank to meet current environmental regulations.

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Outside the property has outbuildings including a small stable and a tandem garage and is set within three and a half-acres of land and garden. Planning permission existed (now lapsed) for an additional dwelling to be constructed within the section of woodland to the left of the driveway where gate access has been maintained.

The property is located in a secluded yet convenient location in Cross in Hand. Cross in Hand is a small village outside Heathfield in the Wealden District of East Sussex. Local retailers include a petrol station, wooden furniture shops, a motorcycle shop, a bakery and public house. With so much to offer we strongly recommend an early inspection to appreciate this unique equestrian property that’s ‘chain free’. It is an excellent opportunity for those wishing to add their own stamp in a stunning setting.

The property is located just a few minutes from Heathfield (2.2 miles) with its wide variety of amenities including several major supermarkets. The property is also close to main lines train stations in Buxted (4.4 miles), Uckfield (5.9 miles) and Stonegate (8.6 miles) with direct links to London.

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright © 2020 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 06959315 Registered Office: Morgan Alexander Kent Ltd (formerly Fine & Country Kent Ltd.) 36 King Street, Maidstone, Kent ME14 1BS. Printed 22.06.2020

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