3 bed detached house for sale

Eighteen Pounder Lane, Hastings TN35

A stunning three bedroom, two reception room detached period cottage, set within beautiful formal gardens of over 2 acres including A separate paddock and three storey roundhouse providing A home & income opportunity in this tucked away & secluded semi rural village location.

The property originally formed part of Maxfield Manor and was the Stable block before being converted & extended in the 1970's to create this characterful & attractive home surrounded by countryside walks, local farmland and fields. Stable Cottage is approached via a private lane which is flanked by open fields and the house provides versatile accommodation over two floors to include a reception hall/family room with wood burner, a 32'0 x 12'2 triple aspect kitchen/diner with central island & fitted Aga Range cooker, a downstairs cloakroom/w.c, a 16'2 x 8'0 dual aspect bedroom two and there is also a double glazed conservatory overlooking the patio & gardens. To the first floor there is an impressive dual aspect living room with feature fireplace & wood burner as well as a triple aspect main bedroom (with fitted wardrobes), a third bedroom and a contemporary family bath/shower room with stand alone bath and separate shower cubicle.

Outside, there is an extensive driveway providing off road parking for several vehicles, a detached double garage and within the grounds, adjoining the paddock, is a detached three storey Roundhouse with perfect guest accommodation which would suit someone looking for a home & income opportunity. There is also an adjoining paddock of over three acres (with separate road and private gated access) which would suit equestrian use and could be bought additionally to Stable Cottage (details available upon request). Overall, this is a magnificent and unique home and viewing is considered essential via the owners Sole agent, Charles & Co. To appreciate the quiet location and lifestyle this property offers. Viewing is strictly by appointment.

Entrance Lobby

Cloaks area and door to

Reception Hall/Family Room (5.18m x 4.88m max (17'0 x 16'0 max))

Being L-shaped with a staircase leading up to the first floor living room. There is also a wood burner, understairs recess, dual aspect windows to the front & rear and original stable brick flooring.

Kitchen/Diner (9.75m x 3.71m max (32'0 x 12'2 max))

The kitchen is a particular feature being triple aspect overlooking the gardens and adjoining patio area. There is a fitted range of matching wall, base & drawer units with quartz worksurfaces extending to two sides, inset Butler sink with ornate mixer tap, integrated dishwasher & fridge, wine fridge, space & plumbing for washing machine, multi fuel Aga to one side with tiled & exposed brick surround, beams to ceiling, space for dining table & chairs with further space for appliances, ceramic tiled flooring and twin French doors leading to and overlooking the patio area.

Conservatory (3.40m x 3.30m (11'2 x 10'10))

Being double glazed with low level exposed brick base, pitched glass roof and ceramic tiled flooring with French doors leading to and overlooking the patio & gardens.

Inner Hall

Built-in shelved storage cupboard.

Downstairs Cloakroom/W.C.

Suite comprising w.c, pedestal wash hand basin, tiled flooring and window to the front.

Bedroom Two (4.93m x 2.44m (16'2 x 8'0))

Fitted with a range of wardrobes extending to one side with hanging rail & shelving, dual aspect with bay to one side and window to the front.

First Floor

Living Room (7.01m x 5.11m (23'0 x 16'9))

Being dual aspect with feature fireplace and fitted wood burner, oak flooring and multiple windows looking out to the front & rear across the gardens.

Landing (5.49m length (18'0 length))

Built-in airing cupboard and window to the side overlooking the gardens.

Bedroom One (4.04m x 3.35m (13'3 x 11'0))

Range of fitted wardrobes extending to one side with hanging rail & shelving, being triple aspect overlooking the gardens.

Bedroom Three (2.95m x 2.24m max (9'8 x 7'4 max))

Window overlooking the gardens and being of irregular shape (this room would make an ideal dressing room for the main bedroom).

Family Bath/Shower Room (2.92m x 2.08m (9'7 x 6'10))

Contemporary suite comprising stand alone slipper bath with separate chrome mixer taps, separate shower cubicle with wall mounted shower & shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, w.c, tiled walls and window to the side.

Outside

Gravel Driveway

This is an extensive area providing off road parking for several vehicles.

Detached Double Garage (6.55m x 5.08m (21'6 x 16'8))

Personal door and main double doors opening into the garage which has a pitched roof.

Formal Gardens

The gardens are a particular feature of the property and have been beautifully established by the current owners to create a parkland garden with a variety of flowers, shrubs, plants & mature trees and being mainly laid to lawn. There is an extensive patio area with flower & shrub beds, a barbecue area and there is also a brick garden store. From the driveway there is a pathway with lighting leading to the main house and there is also a timber outbuilding with adjoining log store. There is also a small stream that runs through the garden to the ornamental pond at the front.

Paddock

This is a relatively level area and is bounded by mature trees with a historic well at the far end.

The Roundhouse

Whilst we have called this The Roundhouse, it is octagonal in shape and is arranged over three floors comprising Ground Floor - Hallway, Kitchen, Shower Room/W.C and Store Room. First Floor - Lounge with three French doors opening out on to the rear decking and there is a spiral staircase leading up to the Second Floor - This is a Guest Bedroom with a feature vaulted ceiling.

Tree House

This is a wonderful feature within the garden and incorporates a turning timber staircase to an enclosed deck and snug. There is also a space at ground level for a hot tub.