Detached house for sale in Crockers Lane, Northiam, Rye, East Sussex TN31

The property comprises a wonderful family house, formerly a collection of farm buildings, which have been newly built and converted to a very high specification creating a blend of character with the convenience of modern day living. Particular features include a fabulous open plan kitchen/dining/living room as well as a characterful family room with exposed beams. The two parts of the house are intelligently linked by a glazed gallery and the property provides flexible and beautifully presented accommodation.

The front door opens into a spacious and modern entrance hall with oak steps leading up to the double aspect family room with exposed timbers and an attractive brick fireplace with wood burner. A twisted oak staircase leads up to the first floor where two double aspect bedrooms and a family bathroom can be found.

Back on the ground floor, the entrance hall links to a long gallery/hallway with a door to the rear, w.c., secondary door to the front and a useful utility room with a door to the side. The gallery hallway then opens into the impressive triple aspect open plan kitchen/dining/living room which is a particular feature of the property. The fabulous bespoke kitchen provides an extensive range of fitted storage units with integrated appliances and a central island with hob. Sliding doors open out to the rear terrace which enjoys fabulous views over the surrounding countryside and creates the perfect entertaining space.

A magnificent 'floating' staircase gives access to the first floor landing with oak flooring and a large window with views to the front. The principal bedroom benefits from an en suite shower room, fitted wardrobes and large double aspect windows with sliding doors to a Juliet balcony making the most of the stunning views. There is a further bedroom on this floor, again with doors opening to a Juliet balcony, and fitted wardrobes. The beautifully appointed family bathroom has a modern, free-standing bath in front of a picture window overlooking the garden and surrounding countryside.

Outside, the house is approached over a gravel driveway leading to the front of the house and providing extensive off-road parking. To the rear, there is a large paved terrace leading on to a flat, lawned garden enjoying fantastic views over the rolling Sussex countryside beyond.

Northiam 0.7 miles. Tenterden 7.8 miles. Rye 8.7 miles. Robertsbridge 10.4 miles (London Bridge from 73 minutes). Etchingham 10.5 miles (London Bridge from 71 minutes). Battle 11 miles (London Bridge from 76 minutes). A21 (Flimwell) 11.4 miles. Ashford 20 miles (London St Pancras from 36 minutes). M20(J9) 21 miles. Tunbridge Wells 22 miles. (All times and distances approximate)

The property is situated at the end of a quiet no-through lane in a wonderful rural location and within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The nearby pretty village of Northiam has local shops and a post office serving day to day needs. Robertsbridge and Tenterden offer further amenities with a comprehensive range of shopping, commercial and leisure facilities available at the larger centres of Battle, Tunbridge Wells and Ashford. Rail services are available at Robertsbridge, Etchingham and Ashford stations.

There is an excellent choice of schooling in the area, in both the state and private sectors, including Northiam and Bodiam Primary Schools, Vinehall at Robertsbridge, Claremont Senior at Bodiam, Battle Abbey, Marlborough House and St Ronan's at Hawkhurst, Benenden School, Dulwich Preparatory at Cranbrook, Tonbridge School, Kent College (girls) at Pembury.

Leisure activities in the area include golf at Rye, Chart Hills (Biddenden), Dale Hill (Ticehurst), Sedlescombe and Tunbridge Wells; riding and walking in the surrounding countryside; sailing and water sports at Powdermill and Darwell Reservoirs and on the south coast. There are also numerous places of interest nearby including Great Dixter House and Gardens, Bodiam Castle and Rye.