Charnwood, Ticehurst, East Sussex

CharnwoodBurntlodge Lane | Ticehurst | Wadhurst | East Sussex | TN5 7LD

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CharnwoodCharnwood is a beautiful family home that sits in a truly idyllic countryside location overlooking the picturesque Bewl Water reservoir. “We bought this property in 2008,” says Alan, “at which time there was a small bungalow sitting on the land. I still remember the day I came to take a look. When I walked around to the back of the bungalow and saw the magnificent view I said to the agent ‘I’ve got to have this’.”

“We had built another property before this one,” says Alan “and we decided to do it again because there are so many benefits from starting from scratch. We were able to install state-of-the-art technology, a renewable heating system, and because we had intended to live out our retirement here everything is of the highest quality.”

This beautiful family home has been cleverly designed to take full advantage of its quite exceptional location, with all of the principal reception rooms, as well as the master bedroom suite, overlooking the rolling countryside and water beyond. “It’s a very light and airy property,” says Alan. “We had a huge lantern put into the roof, which floods the house with natural light, and many of the rooms have windows that are almost floor-to-ceiling, which really bring the outside in. One of our favourite parts of the house is actually the master suite because it has a balcony from where we have the most outstanding views. We like to sit out on a Sunday morning and have our breakfast; it’s stunning.”

“It’s so incredibly peaceful here,” says Alan. “We can sit out on the terrace and see the water in the distance. We might get the occasional hot air balloon in the distance or a horse rider coming down the lane, and we can sometimes hear the sheep in the neighbouring field, but that’s about it.” However despite the wonderfully rural location, Charnwood is just a matter of minutes from the village of Ticehurst, which has a good selection of shops and amenities, and a little further afield are the towns of Hastings and Royal Tunbridge Wells.

“We have decided to move to be closer to our grandchildren,” says Alan, “but we’ll be sad to leave this house. As well as the beautiful location and those amazing views I think I’ll also miss the technology. It makes life just that little bit easier.”*

* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.



Fantastic architect-designed four bedroom residence situated on the edge of Bewl Water offering elevated panoramic views of the reservoir and countryside. This impressive residence is approached via electronically controlled gates with sweeping drive to parking area and double detached garage. Situated on its circa 2 acre plot, it has a backdrop view of Bewl Water which is not easily rivalled.

DESCRIPTIONBuilt approximately 3 years ago to the owner’s exacting specification, the house offers the latest technology in terms of energy efficiency. The property boasts a ground source heat pump, low energy lighting and underfloor heating throughout. Other benefits include a Sonos integrated sound system and centralised vacuum system.

The accommodation briefly comprises large entrance hall with oak staircase leading to first floor with oak doors throughout. To the ground floor there is a spacious and well fitted kitchen/breakfast room, dining room, sitting room with a wood-burning stove, study/bedroom five, downstairs cloakroom and utility/boot room. To the first floor there is a large landing flooded with light from a glass atrium, a master bedroom suite with dressing area and en suite bathroom with double doors leading to a fabulous balcony overlooking Bewl Water. Guest suite with en suite shower room, two further bedrooms and a family bathroom.

Externally there is a detached double garage with electric insulated doors, power and lighting. Further exterior lighting surrounds the entire property and extends either side of the long driveway to the gate pillars. The gardens wrap around all sides of the property and have been thoughtfully landscaped. There is a large kitchen garden with quality greenhouse and a number of raised beds. Fruit trees line the drive upon approach. To the rear of the property you will find a York stone terrace. There are a number of speciality roses and specimen plants throughout the gardens with an open paddock area to the side of the garden. A stock fence surrounds the whole plot.

The property benefits from the government’s Renewable Heat Incentive. This transferrable quarterly payment will continue until 2021 and exceeds the total energy cost for the whole property. Properties like this seldom come to the market, we highly recommend viewing to avoid disappointment.



SITUATIONLocal and comprehensive shoppingTicehurst village, approximately 2 miles away, has a good range of shops for everyday needs. Hawkhurst with a more extensive range of amenities including two supermarkets and the Kino digital cinema, is only 4 miles. The Spa town of Tunbridge Wells is some 10.5 miles and has some excellent shopping and a large shopping mall together with an extensive retail park. Bluewater Centre is located just off the M25, Junction 2 (A2/M2).

Mainline rail servicesStonegate, Wadhurst, Frant and Tonbridge provide fast and frequent commuter services on the Charing Cross and Cannon Street line. Connecting trains to Gatwick airport run from Tonbridge via Redhill and Eurostar trains run from Ashford International (www.eurostar.com).

Primary schoolsTicehurst, Stonegate, Etchingham, Wadhurst. State secondary and grammar schools: Uplands Community College at Wadhurst, Robertsbridge Community College and Heathfield Community College at secondary level.

Private schoolsBricklehurst Manor, Vinehall, Claremont, Marlborough House, St. Ronans, Skippers Hill, St. Leonards at Mayfield, Benenden and Battle Abbey.

Leisure/sporting facilitiesNearby facilities include a number of premium quality golf courses at Dale Hill at Ticehurst (0.7 miles), East Sussex National Golf Course at Uckfield,The Nevill at Tunbridge Wells, Chart Hills and Rye. Sailing, fishing, riding, walking and mountain bike trails at Bewl Water and climbing and activities centre in Bedgebury Forest and Pinetum.

Motorway LinksThe A21 is about 1.5 miles from the property and gives principally dual carriageway access to the M25 which is accessed at J5 and the M20 via J8 providing links to Gatwick and Heathrow airports and other motorways.

Bewl WaterConstructed in 1973, the idyllic reservoir Bewl Water provides a stunning backdrop to Charnwood; the reservoir is the largest inland body of water in the South East of England and provides a number of recreational facilities including sailing and windsurfing at Bewl Valley Sailing Club. Walking and cycling are also popular on the paths around its circumference. The reservoir, in common with most large clean water lakes, is also host to a large variety of wildlife with part of the water and the surrounding land left as an undisturbed nature reserve.


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 09.07.2015

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