Description

Gable End is a simply gorgeous rural home, located within the heart of East Sussex and the picturesque village of Ticehurst. The house oozes character and charm, with a vaulted ceiling in the kitchen and a large open fire in the sitting room. All the rooms are well proportioned and of good size, and the cellar provides perfect additional storage. This house offers a fabulous period home, with generous accommodation, situated in a wonderful location.

Accommodation

From the beautiful gabled front porch, the front door opens onto the spacious entrance room, which can easily serve as an additional reception space, with its solid oak floorboards, and stunning sash windows. To the left is the study, with lovely views towards the village and beyond. The open plan entrance hall flows into the sitting room, where there is a large, open brick built fireplace, a low built-in cupboard, plus a further built-in tall cupboard and open shelving. To the left can be found the door to the cloakroom, plus the entrance to the cellar. The open plan kitchen is a truly lovely space, with a generous area for dining and French doors leading to the rear garden. The main kitchen area has a vaulted ceiling with two velux windows, which flood the area with light. There is a range of painted cabinetry, open shelving, and a range cooker, and the oak worktops and slate floor complete the beautiful look and feel of this room. Stairs lead up to the two double bedrooms, one with its own spacious ensuite, fitted with shower, sink, WC and 2 cupboards, plus the family bathroom, all beautifully presented. Further stairs lead up to the two top bedrooms, one of which has loft access and both of which have eaves storage. Simply lovely views are provided from the top of the house, with glimpses across to the beautiful East Sussex countryside to the rear and St Mary’s church to the front.

Outside

The house is well set back from the road, accessed via a reclaimed brick pathway, leading to the front courtyard area, which contains climbing roses and many other pretty plants. Access to the rear garden is provided by a gate at the side of the property, and the fully enclosed west-facing rear garden has an attractive paved terrace situated immediately outside the kitchen, which leads onto a raised deck area, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Steps from this lead down to the lawn, surrounded with pretty flowerbeds and with a stunning magnolia tree, as well as other mature trees including an apple tree. There is also a garden shed and a second wooden bike shed.

Location

Ticehurst is a very picturesque village, renowned for its bustling community, and close proximity to the popular town of Royal Tunbridge Wells. The village itself has a range of excellent local amenities, including a general village shop (incorporating a post office), highly regarded art gallery, well known vintage haberdashery, dry cleaners, hairdresser, greengrocer, and chemist. There are also some excellent pubs and eateries, including the highly acclaimed Bell pub and restaurant. Bewl Valley reservoir and nature reserve, a haven for wildlife and watersports, is only two miles away. Bodiam castle and the ancient town of Battle are close by, and if you want to escape to the coast, Hastings is only 17 miles away. The nearest mainline station, offering a frequent service direct into central London in just under an hour, is found at Wadhurst or Stonegate, both only a few miles distant.

Directions

From our offices on The Pantiles, head towards the A267 Frant Road. Drive out of the town on this road, and after almost 4 miles, take the B2099 signposted to Wadhurst. Stay on this road, continuing through the village of Wadhurst and after 10 miles, turn right onto Church Street. Gable End can be found a short distance on the right hand side, opposite the church and set back from the road, which is number 7 Church Street.