-UnfurnishedAn imposing 7 bedroom Edwardian country home set in gated grounds with formal gardens and orchard. Lingfield mainline train station is in close proximity. Adjacent to Lingfield Race & Golf Courses.
- 7 bedrooms
- 4 reception rooms
- 4 bathrooms
- Double garage
- Gardens & orchard
Situation
Charlewood House is situated on a quiet country lane that is ideally situated for the delightful and bustling Lingfield village. The property sits on the boundaries of both Lingfield Golf Course and Lingfield Race course with far reaching views across the surrounding
countryside. The larger town of East Grinstead is about 5 minutes drive away. The M25 is approximately 9 minutes drive away providing easy access to Gatwick, Heathrow and the Channel Tunnel.
SHOPPING FACILITIES: East Grinstead provides a mix of High Street brands including Waitrose and Sainsburys and individual speciality shops. Royal Tunbridge Wells is approximately 25 minutes drive and provides a comprehensive range of stores including Marks
and Spencer, Hoopers and BHS.
MAINLINE RAIL STATION: Lingfield Station provides a frequent service to London Victoria (55 minutes) plus trains every 15 minutes to London Bridge at peak commuter time. Dormans station which is on the same line, can be reached on foot. www.nationalrail.co.uk,
www.setrains.co.uk
SCHOOLS: There is an excellent mix of sought after schools in the area. There is a primary schools in the Village and The Notre Dame private school is also close by. Neighbouring county Kent, retains the Grammar School system for which an 11 Plus entry exam
must be taken. The Skinners Schools, Girls and Boys Grammar Schools in Tunbridge Wells and Tonbridge School at Tonbridge are also popular local choices. www.kent.gov.uk. www.surreycc.gov.uk.
LEISURE FACILITIES: Leisure facilities abound in Lingfield and the surrounding areas catering for most needs. Lingfield Tennis and Squash Club, Lingfield all weather race course and Lingfield Golf Club are just some of the local attractions. East Grinstead
provides a lively mix of clubs, cinemas, restaurants and bistros. Surround by fine English countryside, the area is perfect for country walks and riding.
MOTORWAY LINKS: The A25 (Oxted). Links with Junction 6 of the M25 in under 6 miles. The M25 gives access to other motorway networks, Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and the Channel Tunnel terminus.
Description
Once reputed to be a hideaway for English Kings, this spacious 7 bedroom country house built in 1908, provides bright and versatile accommodation to cater for most families needs. Approached via electric gates the sweeping grounds are set amongst a backdrop
of majestic countryside. The old gardener's cottage makes a delightful guest suite. The annexe wing is perfect for teenagers, granny or even a large office suite. The property has an extensive alarm system, Freedom dog fencing to the south facing gardens.
Accommodation
GROUND FLOOR
Large entrance hall with access to the gardens, making it a perfect day lounge. The large drawing room has an attractive bay window and feature fireplace. The opulent dining room has oak panelled walls, a feature fireplace and views across the lawns. The adjoining
servery has a hatch access to the dining room.
The impressive kitchen has a large breakfast island and walk-in larder and leads to a very large conservatory incorporating under floor heating and access to the garden. Through the conservatory is a cosy family room and a snug. A cloakroom completes the ground
floor accommodation. There is also a cellar, ideal for storing wine.
FIRST FLOOR
Master bedroom with en suite bathroom and a delightful bay window recess. The ornate family bathroom incorporates a large power shower. There are also two large double bedrooms, a single bedroom that could double as a dressing room, a further single bedroom
with en suite facilities and a large walk-in closet, all accessed from the main landing.
ANNEXE SUITE
This portion of the property can be accessed by its own entrance, making it ideal au pair accommodation or granny annexe. It provides a large open plan kitchen/sitting room, a bathroom suite and two further bedrooms.
EXTERNALLY
The grounds provide a mix of formal gardens, sweeping lawns, an orchard, greenhaouses and a south facing sun terrace. There is a large garage and workshop and ample parking to the front of the property. The gardens are maintained.
2 bedroom gate cottage - separately available
Please not: One of the bedrooms is serviced by an elevator from the kitchen area but this will not be in use for the duration of any Tenancy. Redcare service is available and will be the Tenants responsibility to arrange and administer.
Directions
From Savills Sevenoaks office turn right onto the A224, past Sevenoaks Railway Station. At the roundabout take the 1st exit onto the A25 (signposted Westerham, Hastings, M25), Continue forward (signposted Westerham). Take the right hand lane and at traffic
signals turn right, then join the M25 motorway (signposted M25), Branch left at junction 5, then bear left (signposted Gatwick, Heathrow Airport), past Clacket Lane Service Area (ROAD CHEF). Leave the M25 at junction 6, then at Godstone Interchange roundabout
take the 1st exit onto the A22 (signposted Eastbourne). At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A22 (signposted East Grinstead, Eastbourne). At traffic signals turn left onto Ray Lane - B2029 (signposted Lingfield). At mini-roundabout turn left onto Plaistow
Street - B2028 (signposted Dormansland, Edenbridge). At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto East Grinstead Road take 1st left hand fork into Blackberry Lane signposted St Barnabus College and Dormans Park. The property can be found about a quarter of a mile
down on the left hand side and is approached by large ornate iron electronic gates.