A stunning period cottage originally built in the mid 1800’s with sympathetic extensions in the late 1980’s, creating a substantial property with ample and flexible ground floor living spaces, yet still offering the opportunity to develop further both on the ground and first floor, subject to consent. Wilcocks Cottage is located in a quiet rural lane and sits in a plot of about one acre and benefits from a double garage, a substantial detached studio/summer house, a timber framed gazebo with slate tiled roof and a timber garden shed. In addition, there is a small swimming pool  (currently not being used) and pool house containing newly installed electric pump, filter and heater.  It is of note that the roof of the original building was replaced in 2023 and the property benefits from a newly installed boiler.

The cottage is beautifully presented and maintained, decorated in a neutral palette throughout with many features, creating character whilst retaining a feeling of light and space, with outstanding views of the gardens and surrounding countryside from all windows on both storeys.

The accommodation in more detail comprises the main entrance hall, which has a large double fitted storage cupboard for coats/shoes/boots etc. From the hall there are doors to the main sitting room which is double aspect and has a log burner and fabulous views of the rear garden, a ground floor shower room and W.C. with utility cupboard which also houses the recently installed boiler, a cosy snug with further log burner and again double aspect making it feel light and spacious.  A door from the snug takes you into the good size dining room with open fireplace and stable door to a rear patio area.  The kitchen dining room (part of the later extensions) it fitted with bespoke floor and wall kitchen units, terracotta flooring and patio doors that lead out to a red brick patio area.  On the first floor are four bedrooms and a large family bathroom, the master bedroom has a dressing area with a range of fitted wardrobe cupboards. The views from this floor are spectacular across the neighbouring countryside.

The cottage is set back from the lane, approached via wooden gates that open up onto the gravel driveway.  Outside there are gardens to all sides and ample parking for several cars.  The main garden is laid to lawn with a multitude of mature shrubs and trees including apple, quince and plumb trees. There is an area of patio, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining. 

Location

Wilcocks Cottage is located 5 miles from the village of Henfield where a good selection of shops, medical centre, pubs and other facilities can be found. The nearest railway station is 8.8 miles to the east at Haywards Heath offering Southern and Thames Link services to Gatwick airport, London Bridge, Victoria and beyond. A delightful old period pub restaurant is just over half a mile away, known as The Royal Oak, famous for its freehouse status offering varied menu of local ales and home cooked food. The A23 at Bolney is about a 5 minute drive, connecting with the M25, Gatwick airport and Brighton. Bolney vineyard and cafe is 5 minutes drive with the spa hotel at South Lodge situated just north of Cowfold. Leonardslee Gardens and Hickstead international show ground are also within easy reach. The property is surrounded by local footpaths from which to explore the extraordinary neighbouring countryside.

Private drainage. LPG gas central heating. Full fibre optic broadband

Council Tax Band G, Horsham District Council

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