Summary - CRABAPPLE COTTAGE HOUGHTON GREEN LANE PLAYDEN RYE TN31 7PL
1 bed 1 bath Semi-Detached Bungalow
Single-storey one-bedroom cottage on a large plot, a mile from historic Rye..
Large plot with enclosed courtyard and separate side garden
Single-storey cottage: 1 bedroom, open-plan living/kitchen
Solar panels for hot water; electric underfloor heating
Two allocated off-road parking spaces; rear access route
EPC rating E — potential to improve energy efficiency
Freehold tenure; very low flood risk
Excellent mobile signal and ultrafast broadband available
Area has above-average crime and high local deprivation
Crabapple Cottage is a single-storey, semi-detached bungalow sitting on a large plot in Playden, about a mile from historic Rye. The house blends character timber cladding and exposed brick with modern upgrades: a contemporary open-plan living/kitchen, double glazing, electric underfloor heating and solar panels supplying hot water. Two off-road parking spaces and an enclosed rear courtyard plus a larger side garden give outdoor flexibility for entertaining, storage or a home office outbuilding.
The property is well suited to someone downsizing or seeking a peaceful countryside retreat with strong digital connectivity—ultrafast broadband and excellent mobile signal make working from home straightforward. Practical layout features include a rear lobby with cloakroom, a study/store with skylights and a double bedroom with an en‑suite bath/shower room. Low flood risk and freehold tenure add simple ownership appeal.
Be candid about what to expect: the EPC is rated E, and the surrounding area records above-average crime and a high level of local deprivation; prospective buyers should check that local services and personal security arrangements meet their needs. The cottage’s traditional shell and some fixtures are tasteful but not high-end; there is opportunity and potential value in cosmetic updating or targeted energy-efficiency improvements.
Overall this is a characterful, compact home in a tranquil rural setting with modern conveniences and strong connectivity. It will appeal most to downsizers or buyers wanting a comfortable single-storey base near Rye, who are prepared to live with the property’s modest EPC and to carry out any desired cosmetic improvements.
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