LITTLE GALLOPS Middleton Common Lane Ditchling Common, Sussex BN6 8SF 650,000

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1 LITTLE GALLOPS Middleton Common Lane Ditchling Common, Sussex BN6 8SF A detached former gatehouse with lovely gardens approaching three quarters of an acre situated on the edge of Ditchling Common surrounded by countryside yet only two miles from Burgess Hill town centre and mainline station. Hall Cloaks/shower room Kitchen Dining room Sitting room 3/4 bedrooms Bathroom/w.c. Gardens of approaching 0.75 acres Price: Hardstanding for several vehicles LPG gas central heating u PVC double glazed windows Private drainage 650,000 Freehold

2 A 1920's detached former Gatehouse with a fabulous plot approaching three quarters of an acre available to the market for only the second time since its construction. Situated on the edge of Ditchling Common surrounded by farmland yet within two miles of Burgess Hill town centre and mainline railway station. Providing three bedrooms plus a further ante room which could provide a fourth bedroom accessed via bedroom two. There are two reception rooms, a modern fitted kitchen, cloaks/shower room and a family bathroom both fitted with contemporary white suites. The gardens are considered a feature, approaching 0.75 acres with level lawns, mature flower, shrub and tree borders with an established vegetable plot, poly tunnel and numerous fruit trees, including Apricot, Greengages, Plum, Pear, Peach and Cherry. Little Gallops is situated in a semi-rural setting about a mile north of Ditchling Village and just to the East of Ditchling Common Nature Reserve. Ditchling Common has a fishing lake and is interspersed with footpaths and bridleways which also link with the South Downs providing endless walking and riding opportunities. The nearby towns of Burgess Hill and Haywards Heath (four miles) both offer comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities, restaurants and mainline railway services with fast services to London Bridge and Victoria (both approximately 47 minutes). Ditchling village has a traditional High Street with numerous shops, boutiques, stores, tea rooms, church, village hall, primary school and several inns. By road, the B2112 (Common Lane) gives access to Brighton (about 11 miles) to the South and the A/M23 which lies approximately eight miles to the West at Hickstead links with Gatwick Airport. GROUND FLOOR SPACIOUS HALL 13'0" x 9'10" (3.96m x 3.00m) Fitted carpet. Radiator. Tall storage cupboard, understairs storage cupboard, picture rail. Staircase rises to the first floor. Two u'pvc double glazed windows to front, original latched door to sitting room, archway to:- DINING ROOM 14'0" x 12'0" (4.27m x 3.66m) Feature open fireplace with cast iron log basket and glazed folding doors, built-in display shelving within chimney recess, tiled floor, radiator. T.V. point, picture rail, units matching the kitchen include Welsh dresser style glazed display cabinets, integrated larder fridge and freezer. u'pvc double glazed window to front, open to:- DOUBLE ASPECT KITCHEN 16'5" x 10'0" (5.00m x 3.05m) Fitted at both eye and base level with a modern cream coloured shaker style range of units including one and a half bowl single drainer granite effect sink unit inset in wood effect worktops having ample cupboards and drawers under, space and plumbing for both washing machine and dishwasher, eye level 'Bosch' stainless steel double oven with cupboards above and under, 'Bosch' stainless steel four ring gas hob with concealed filter hood over, matching wall cupboards, 'Alpha' LPG fired boiler, wine racks, tiled floor, tiled splashback. Gas fired 'Jotul' cast iron stove, u'pvc double glazed windows to side and rear, u'pvc stable door to side, latched door to:- ANTE ROOM/BEDROOM 4 11'8" x 8'7" (3.56m x 2.62m) An attractive double aspect room with sloping skeilings including built in wardrobe/storage cupboards, eaves storage cupboards, fitted carpet, radiator. Double glazed velux window. u'pvc double glazed window to rear. BEDROOM 3 11'1" x 10'0" max. (3.38m x 3.05m) Including airing cupboard and wardrobe cupboard, computer desk, wall shelving, fitted carpet. Original fireplace, hatch to loft space, u'pvc double glazed windows to side and rear. BATHROOM/W.C. White suite comprising panel enclosed bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, low level w.c. pedestal wash hand basin, tiled floor, chrome ladder radiator/towel rail, tiled walls. u'pvc double glazed window to front with a outlook over farmland. OUTSIDE Approached from the road via timber gates accessing: SUBSTANTIAL PEBBLE STONE HARDSTANDING Enclosed by post and rail fencing, provides off street parking for several vehicle propane tank. GARDENS 0.75 ACRES A south facing paved stone, brick and pebble stone patio adjoins the house wit stocked mature tree and shrubs borders, substantial level lawned area with stocked shaped borders, water well, enclosed dew pond, well established vegetable plot and poly tunnel, numerous fruit trees including Apricot, Greengages, Pear and Plum, comprehensive wiring and armoured cabling has been strategically placed throughout the gardens ready for the installation of garden lighting. DIRECTIONS: (Note. Sat Nav directions not correct use directions below) From Burgess Hill station head up the hill and turn right (third exit) at the roundabout into Keymer Road. At the next mini roundabout turn left into Folders Lane and proceed for about a mile to the roundabout at the end and head straight over (2nd exit). Proceed past Ditchling Common Nature Reserve passing the Spatham Lane turning (on your right) continue through the 'S' bends until the road straightens. Little Gallops will be found on your right hand side. COUNCIL TAX: Band F Ref No: 4393 CLOAKS/SHOWER ROOM Re-fitted white suite comprising low level w.c., corner wall mounted wash hand basin, shower cubicle with 'Aqualisa' shower unit, tiled floor, chrome ladder radiator/towel rail, tiled walls, extractor fan. u'pvc double glazed window. TRIPLE ASPECT SITTING ROOM 22'7" x 20'8" narrowing to 16'3" (6.88m x 6.30m) Feature cast iron multi fuel stove with quarry tiled hearth, fitted cupboards within chimney recesses. Fitted carpet, two radiators. T.V. point. Picture rail. u'pvc double glazed windows to side and rear. u'pvc double glazed bay window with double doors opening onto the rear terrace. FIRST FLOOR From the hall a turned staircase rises to LANDING, fitted carpet. Built in storage cupboards, radiator. u'pvc double glazed window. Original latched doors to all rooms. BEDROOM 1 14'0" x 10'0" (4.27m x 3.05m) Including built in wardrobe/storage cupboards within chimney recess plus range of built in wardrobe/storage cupboards, fitted carpet. T.V. and telephone points. Original fireplace. u'pvc double glazed window to front with outlook over farmland. BEDROOM 2 11'0" x 10'4" (3.35m x 3.15m) Including fitted wardrobe cupboard, wall shelving. Fitted carpet. Radiator. Original fireplace. u'pvc double glazed window to side. Sliding door to:-

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5 PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT Although every care has been taken in the production of these sales particulars prospective purchasers should note - 1. All measurements are approximate. 2. Services to the property, appliances, fixtures and fittings included in the sale are believed to be in working order (unless otherwise stated). 3. Prospective purchasers are advised to arrange their own tests and/or surveys before proceeding with a purchase.