Barn conversion for sale in Upper Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27

A 5 bedroom detached farmhouse in secluded farm location which enjoys panoramic views across open farmland toward The Long Man of Wilmington. The house comes with approx. 7.5 acres of woodland, garden and a lake. There are also a number of semi derelict flint and stone outbuildings which were once stables, hay barn and storage and which are considered perfect for redevelopment into a small Mews style development STPP. Built originally as two farm cottages, but now transformed into a large family home of just over 3,260 sq. Ft (303 sq. M) and considered to have very versatile accommodation with so many large reception rooms available to adapt to suit many different needs of a modern family. The ground floor has a large sitting room with feature inglenook fireplace, there are another 2 reception rooms as well as a family room and study. The bedrooms feature 3 bedrooms which are ensuite as well as a large dressing room. There are private fenced gardens surrounding the house which have the woodland and lake both to the side and at the rear of the house. With blue bells in the Spring, one can meander through the woods towards the adjoining farmland and playing fields of Bedes School in the far distance. There is a double garage and driveway at the front with lots of parking. There is a private side garden with patio area, which leads around to the outbuildings, which are tucked away around the corner.

Situated close to Abbots Wood which is 350 ha of historic woodland managed by Forestry England. A place to stroll amongst the blue bells, take the dogs amongst trees and beautiful woodland walks around the lake and also offers a network of riding with off bridleway having some restrictions. Arlington Reservoir lies a few miles away and offers a lovely nature walk throughout the year. The Village of Arlington, features St Pancras Church which has served the community for over 1000 years. The Village also has its own Tea Rooms as well as two well-known local pubs. Nearby is Wilmington Village, which lies at the foot of the South Downs. The Village is renowned for the 230ft high chalk figure on the north-facing slope of the South Downs overlooking the village: The Long Man of Wilmington. The A22 provides easy access to nearby market Town of Hailsham and has 3 supermarkets including Waitrose as well as local schools and a leisure centre. Bedes private school is also a short drive away. The coastal Town of Eastbourne is a short drive to the South and along with the County Town of Lewes to the West, they have Mainline rail services to Gatwick and London Victoria. Stations can also be found at nearby Berwick and Polegate.