5 Bed House For Sale
Foxwells, Balcombe, RH17

Guide Price £725,000 (Freehold)

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MODERN 5-BEDROOM DETACHED & EXTENDED FAMILY HOUSE. QUIET CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION.
EASY WALK OF VILLAGE CENTRE, MAINLINE STATION & PRIMARY SCHOOL.
L-SHAPED LIVING/DINING ROOM. KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM.
GROUND FLOOR STUDY/PLAYROOM. GROUND FLOOR CLOAKROOM/WC.
5-FIRST FLOOR BEDROOMS.
FAMILY BATHROOM WITH SHOWER OVER BATH.
PRIVATE DRIVEWAY PARKING FOR 2-VEHICLES WITH EV PODPOINT CHARGER.
FRONT GARDEN. REAR LANDSCAPED GARDEN WITH HIGH DEGREE OF PRIVACY.
GAS CENTRAL HEATING. DOUBLE GLAZING THROUGHOUT.
EPC RATING: D. COUNCIL TAX BAND: F.

GUIDE PRICE: £725,000 - £775,000 ~ OPEN DAY VIEWINGS SATURDAY 7th MARCH ~ STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT ONLY ~ PLEASE SEE VIDEO TOUR PRIOR TO ARRANGING.

This well-presented 5-BEDROOM EXTENDED FAMILY HOME (1,419 sq.ft) has been much improved over the years by the present owners who have happily resided in the property since 2005. Situated within a SMALL, SELECT, CUL-DE-SAC, the property is conveniently positioned a short stroll from the heart of the village with its general store, church and the popular Half Moon pub, while the MAINLINE RAILWAY STATION and highly regarded PRIMARY SCHOOL are both within an easy walk.

Glorious open countryside surrounds this sought-after village, set within the HIGH WEALD AREA OF OUTSTANDING NATURAL BEAUTY, with its network of public footpaths and bridleways, whilst swift and easy road access to the A/M23 is also an advantage.

The well-arranged and versatile living accommodation comprises; an ENCLOSED ENTRANCE PORCH with further door opening into a RECEPTION AREA. A spacious, L-shaped, double aspect LIVING/DINING ROOM features a contemporary-style, inset, coal-effect gas fire and patio doors opening to the rear garden. Located off the living room is a beautifully appointed, modern KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM fitted with a generous range of sleek cabinetry in white and contrasting slate grey extending to a breakfast bar, ideal for high seating. Integrated appliances include an electric oven, electric ceramic hob, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge/freezer. Space is also available for a tumble dryer positioned within an open recess. To the DINING AREA space is on offer for a breakfast table and chairs whilst patio doors open to the rear garden. This entire room benefits from underfloor heating to a tiled floor. Further, a generously sized 16’ STUDY/PLAYROOM with window has a front aspect with a door to the rear giving access to a lobby with a CLOAKROOM W/C positioned off.

TO THE FIRST FLOOR are FIVE WELL-PROPORTIONED BEDROOMS, three with fitted wardrobe cupboards and a fully tiled FAMILY BATHROOM with a modern white suite comprising a shower over a P-shaped bath, pedestal wash-hand basin and WC.

Additional benefits include: uPVC double glazing throughout, gas-fired central heating to radiators, oak internal doors, solid oak flooring to the living/dining room and reception area, tiled flooring with underfloor heating to the kitchen/dining room. Brand new carpeting fitted to the study/playroom, all five bedrooms as well as the landing and stairs.

OUTSIDE

TO THE FRONT a PRIVATE DRIVEWAY with an EV Podpoint charger provides parking for TWO VEHICLES with a well-manicured lawned garden alongside. A gated side path with outside tap provides access to the fully enclosed REAR GARDEN being mainly laid to a level lawn with a PAVED PATIO. An attractive part-covered PERGOLA is positioned to the far rear corner of the garden, ideal for alfresco dining and entertaining. Further, is a timber garden shed. The garden is fully enclosed with neatly clipped high hedging to the rear and enjoys a HIGH DEGREE OF PRIVACY AND SECLUSION.

Location Summary

The property occupies a pleasant position within a popular residential cul-de-sac in Balcombe village where the centre is close at hand with a selection of shops including a general store, public house, coffee shop, church, various sports clubs and social groups including The Village Club. Balcombe’s mainline station is also within easy walking proximity (0.6 miles) providing swift access to London/south coast.

Balcombe is surrounded by beautiful Sussex countryside, where to the east is Balcombe Lake as well as Ardingly Reservoir, both with their variety of footpaths, bridleways and angling facilities. The area is renowned for the standard of its schooling in both the private and state sectors with Balcombe Primary School being particularly reputable. A school bus runs through the village providing transport to Warden Park Secondary Academy in Cuckfield.

The larger towns of Haywards Heath (4.6 miles), Crawley (8 miles) and Horsham (11 miles distant) have more comprehensive shopping facilities and amenities.

The property is also conveniently situated for the A/M23 which provides access to London, Gatwick Airport and the south coast.

Schools: Balcombe Primary School (0.8 miles), Warden Park Secondary Academy in Cuckfield (4.5 miles). Nearby independent schools include Worth School (3.6 miles), Ardingly College (4.4 miles), Burgess Hill Girls School (8.7 miles), Hurstpierpoint College (9.9 miles) and Handcross Park School (3.7 miles).

Stations: Balcombe mainline railway station (0.6 miles) providing direct services (with approx. times) to London Bridge (39 mins), London Victoria (44 mins), London St Pancras International (56 mins), Gatwick Airport (10 mins) and Brighton (22 mins). Haywards Heath mainline railway station (4.1 miles distant) also provides similar commuter links to the above.

Road links: By road, access to the major surrounding areas can be gained via A/M23 which lies approx. 4.5 miles to the west at Handcross or 3.7 miles to the north at Maidenbower allowing swift access to Brighton, Gatwick Airport, M25 and onto the wider motorway network.

Council Tax Band: F