Castlehurst Cottage, Hooe, Battle, East Sussex

Castlehurst CottageHooe | Battle | East Sussex | TN33 9HL

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MAIN DESCRIPTIONThis amazing Three bedroom detached former 17th century bakery really is full of wonderful surprises. It is a true juxtaposition of old with new, where you will find the renovated historic building plus a new modern interior and extension, decorated in Farrow and Ball throughout. The recent additions have been well thought out and sympathetic to the original building, taking into account the textures and colours and the feeling of space. The glass and timber extension forms a light filled area that opens out onto a wraparound deck, really bringing the outside in and enjoying views over adjacent fields. The use of cedar timber cladding that ages and changes colour when exposed to the elements, is a throw back to traditional timber cladding on the original building, plus the continuation of the roof with matching tiles ensures that the building is finished as a whole.

Inside, the period features are fantastic- notably the roof timbers and rustic doors, while the brick fireplace is perfect with a large hearth and cast iron hood. To make the house as light as possible, the walls and floors have been white washed, whilst preserving the colours of the beams. It is not surprising that the house has been entered for an award and featured in number of magazine/supplements.

Outside the theme continues with a similar timber and glass detached studio/office finished to the same specification as the extension, situated in the garden. Further to this is a detached garage block and studio, with the permission to convert to create additional accommodation.

DINING ROOM Main front door leads into the dining room. Washed oak floors and bright walls

complement the beamed ceiling and the hand made staircase to the upper floor. The main feature of this room is the grand brick built fireplace with cast iron hood and grate. There is even the original bread oven from the bakery!

KITCHEN The vaulted ceiling provides space for hanging pots and pans, while shaker style units are simple and elegant. There is space for a stainless steel range size cooker and plenty of storage in larder style cupboards. You also have the double sided cold store cupboard that is also accessed from outside. A nice flagstone floor finishes off the room.

LOUNGE In stark contrast to the older part of the property, the lounge is the section of the home to feature crisp lines and great attention to detail. Full height powder coated doors fold back to open up one wall to the great outdoors, all so easily accessible, as the decking has been designed to meet the interior wooden flooring and carry you outside. Hidden storage is important and there are flush fitting cupboards to keep everything tucked away out of site. The vaulted ceiling allows magnificent light fittings to be displayed as a feature.

BEDROOM THREE A versatile room with doors that fold back open out onto the deck. Fitted wardrobe cupboard finishes the room.

SHOWER ROOM Completely modern shower room with high quality fittings and full height tiling.

LANDING Small landing with doors to the bedrooms and access to a good size storage area with restricted head height.

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MASTER BEDROOM A split level mix of old world charm and clean, efficient lines. A window looks out over the rear garden and the fields beyond, plus in the new part of the room the window folds open to enjoy the views! Hidden cupboards make the most of the eaves storage space and gives plenty of room for tucking everything away out of sight.

BEDROOM TWO In part of the original house, this double room is full of character and features such as an Inglenook chimney breast and stripped wooden floors, plus a lovely beamed wall and part vaulted ceiling.

STUDIO/OFFICE Complementing the house, the studio is built using cedar wood and glass, making the workspace light and bright, plus you can have a view of the garden and the fields beyond. To finish the area off there is a small decked area outside.

GARAGE BLOCK At the end of the garden is the garage block plus additional studio/storage space, which is a good size and has the potential to be converted to further accommodation, subject to the necessary planning.

DRIVEWAY There is a shingled driveway for two cars leading to the garage.

GARDENS There is a good sized, well stocked rear garden which opens out onto the field beyond. To the front of the property there is a store and this area leads around to a further decked patio area outside the kitchen. There is also a small wooded area beyond the garage with several fine ancient Oak trees.

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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in metric with imperial equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Printed 01.02.2016Fine & Country Cranbrook is a Partnership copyright © 2016 Fine & Country Ltd.

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