5 bedroom detached house

The Birches has been designed for the 21st century family. Spacious, well-defined rooms are warm and contemporary, with flexible accommodation across 3 floors. Particular attention has been paid to high energy efficiency and low maintenance effort.

Located in the heart of the well-regarded Furnace Wood private estate, the house enjoys ample parking on the in-and-out driveway and a large double garage. The south-west facing rear garden is screened by mature hedges and the huge deck is perfect for entertaining or relaxing. An oak framed garden room (currently used as a gym but equally could be a home office) and a large tractor shed completes the outdoor space.

Internally, the house is light and spacious, with the 3 levels offering a blend of privacy and practicality. A living kitchen is the heart of the home and the bespoke German kitchen blends practicality with elegance. High-end appliances include dual ovens with probe cooking and air fry functions, an induction hob with built-in extraction, a Quooker tap and a hidden pantry. The kitchen works equally well for family breakfasts or evening guests as the cooking, dining and sitting areas flowing seamlessly. The utility is fitted to the same exacting standard.

The separate sitting room is a haven of calm with an inset, remote-controlled gas fireplace creating the focal point.

A wide staircase rises to the principal suite with dressing area; two further bedrooms share a family bathroom on this floor. A second staircase leads down from the main hallway to the ground floor where the guest suite and study can be found. The integral double garage has a fast-charge EV point and a sizable, dry under-croft provides secure storage.

Triple glazed windows, 18 panel solar array, low carbon air source heating system and a Powerwall for energy storage delivers up to 100% self-generation of the total energy consumption. A WiFi mesh system ensures that the1gb fibre broadband is accessible across the entire property.

credit to @guylockwoodphotography for a kitchen photo and @hubblekitchensinteriors for supplying the beautiful kitchen

Furnace Wood is located 3 miles from the medieval market town of East Grinstead, which offers a good range of facilities including a Waitrose, cinema and many restaurants. Three Bridges and East Grinstead mainline stations provides fast and frequent services to London. The M23 is easily accessible at junction 10, in turn giving access to the M25 and wider motorway network. Gatwick airport is approximately 7 miles distant.