A substantial Grade II Listed country house set amid extensive gardens and grounds, with a tennis court and use of swimming pool, in a rural setting affording spectacular views to the rear.

Originally a Wealden Hall House dating from the 15th Century, this fine country residence was subsequently extended and today provides a substantial family home of immense atmosphere with leisure facilities, in a lovely setting.

Internally, the property retains a wealth of period features including splendid carved oak beams and timbers, open studwork, exposed brickwork and impressive inglenook fireplaces. The extensive and welcoming accommodation is arranged on two floors providing generous family living and entertaining space. There is also substantial attic space above where an original King post is on display.

The gardens and grounds provide a fitting setting for the house. They feature sweeping lawns, lavishly filled herbaceous borders, shrubberies, clipped box hedging and a range of majestic indigenous and specimen trees. The west facing walled garden is particularly delightful, orientated to take advantage of the afternoon and evening sun.

The residents of this property will benefit from shared use of the fantastic swimming pool complex which is housed within a stunning unlisted period Sussex barn andis fully maintained by the Landlord. The magnificent beamed interior provides an impressive setting with a double height vaulted ceiling and galleried viewing area.

Amid the grounds are a range of further useful outbuildings. The property is approached via a lengthy driveway leading to a carriage sweep at the front of the house. The Weald of Kent provides a wonderful backdrop to gardens and grounds which amount to over three acres.

FEATURES
- Drawing room
- Family room
- Dining room
- Office
- Kitchen with Aga
- Breakfast room
- Utility room
- En suite master bedroom
- 5 further bedrooms
- 3 further bathrooms
- Versatile outbuildings
- Tennis Court
- Use of swimming pool
- Extensive gardens and grounds

PROPERTY INFORMATION
Services: Oil fired central heating, mains electricity and water, private drainage system, oil fired Aga, Calor gas hob and electric oven.
- Garden maintenance by direct arrangments with landlord
- Local Authority: Rother District Council. Gate House Farm: Tax Band H.

SITUATION
This property is set in an elevated rural location within the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. From the property far reaching views over The Weald of Kent may be enjoyed, incorporating the pretty smock windmill at Sandhurst.

Staplecross offers a good range of local services including a shop and Post Office, historic village inn, play group and numerous other societies and clubs. Nearby Robertsbridge provides a good range of further shops and facilities including two general stores, pharmacy, vets, a coffee shop and bakery, florists, Post Office and two historic village inns, (The George Inn has an award winning restaurant) as well as Robertsbridge Station. Battle, Tunbridge Wells and Hastings all provide further comprehensive shops and amenities. Set in the heart of 1066 country, there are numerous nearby leisure and tourist attractions at close hand and Battle, Rye and the coast are within easy reach. There are a network of public footpaths nearby, giving access to the 1066 Country Trail and further open countryside.

There is a selection of schools in the area including Staplecross MCP School, Salehurst Primary School in Robertsbridge and Robertsbridge Community College, Claremont Preparatory and Senior School and Vinehall Preparatory School.

Robertsbridge Station provides direct commuter services to Cannon Street and Charing Cross with journey times of about 1 hour 20 minutes. The nearby A21 gives access to the M25 for Gatwick and Heathrow Airports and to Ashford International.

Bodiam 3 miles
A21 - 4 miles
Robertsbridge 6 miles
The Coast 10 miles
Ashford 23 miles
(All distances are approximate)

AVAILABLE END MARCH/BEG of APRIL 2024

RELEVANT LETTING FEES AND TENANT PROTECTION INFORMATION
As well as paying the rent, you may also be required to make the following permitted payments

Pre-Tenancy Fees (Payable to Jackson-Stops)
- Holding Deposit: 1 week’s rent
- Security Deposit: 5 or 6 weeks’ rent

During The Tenancy (Payable to Jackson-Stops)
- Variation of Contract: Payment of £50 (inc.VAT) if you want change the tenancy agreement
- Unpaid Rent: Payment of interest for the later payment of rent as a rate of 3% above the Bank of England Base rate
- Lost Key(s) or other security devises: Tenants are liable to the actual cost of replacing any lost key(s) or other security device(s). If the loss results in locks needing to be changed, the actual costs of a locksmith, new lock and replacement keys for the tenant, landlord any other persons requiring keys will be charged to the tenant. If extra costs are incurred there will be a charge of £15 per hour (inc. VAT) for the time taken replacing lost key(s) or other security device(s).
- Change of Sharer: Payment of £50 (inc.VAT) per replacement tenant or any reasonable cost incurred if higher.
- Early Termination: Liable to the Landlord for the costs in re-letting the property as well as all rent due under the tenancy until the start date of the replacement tenancy. These costs will be no more than the maximum amount of rent outstanding on the tenancy.

During The Tenancy (Payable to the provider) if permitted and applicable
Utilities (gas, electricity, other fuel, water, private drainage, sewerage); Communications (telephone and broadband); Installation of cable/satellite; Subscription to cable/satellite supplier; Television licence; Council Tax.

Other Permitted Payments
Any other permitted payments, not included above, under the relevant legislation including contractual damages.

TENANT PROTECTION
Jackson-Stops is a member of ARLA Propertymark, which is a client protection scheme, and also a member of The Property Ombudsman, which is a redress scheme. Jackson-Stops use the Deposit Protection Service (DPS) to protect tenant deposits.