Character-filled 3-bed village cottage with garden, close to station — listed restrictions apply.
Grade II listed cottage with original beams and exposed floorboards
Three bedrooms including vaulted top-floor atmospheric bedroom
Sympathetic kitchen-diner and sitting room with wood-burning stove
Stylish family bathroom featuring a copper slipper bath
Small, private rear garden, brick-paved courtyard and gated rear access
Solid brick walls likely uninsulated; may need thermal upgrades
EPC D and medium flood risk — consider running costs and insurance
Listing status restricts alterations and may complicate repairs
Believed to date from around 1590, this Grade II listed three-bedroom terraced cottage offers considerable period charm and a village-edge location. Exposed beams, broad floorboards and a wood-burning stove create a warm, characterful home with a vaulted top-floor bedroom that feels like a private retreat. The kitchen-dining space has been refitted sympathetically to retain historic charm while providing practical family living space. The copper slipper bath in the stylish bathroom is a standout feature.
Outside, a long brick-paved courtyard and a small but well-established rear garden framed by mature shrubs provide private outdoor space for alfresco dining and storage, plus gated rear access. The cottage sits on the outskirts of Robertsbridge, within walking distance of local amenities and a mainline station with direct services to London—useful for commuting or weekend travel.
Practical considerations are important: the property is Grade II listed, which will restrict alterations and may complicate maintenance or extensions. The solid brick walls are likely uninsulated, the EPC rating is D and there is a medium flood risk in the area—these factors could affect running costs and insurance. The house is medium-sized internally with a single bathroom and limited plot space, so buyers seeking large modern extensions or substantial insulation works should plan accordingly.
This is a well-cared-for, characterful cottage suited to a family or buyer seeking a peaceful countryside home with strong historic appeal. It rewards buyers who value original features and are comfortable living with the constraints and responsibilities of a listed building.