Character-filled three-bedroom home on a large private plot in the High Weald.
Three bedrooms with versatile third-room home office option
Large, secluded garden with mature trees and timber outbuilding (STPP)
Bright vaulted open-plan kitchen/dining room with snug
Period features: sash/bay windows, exposed beams, cast-iron fireplaces
Oil-fired boiler heating; higher running costs likely
Cavity walls assumed uninsulated; EPC rating F (upgrade needed)
Slow broadband speeds despite excellent mobile signal
Council tax band above average
Set in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, 1 Oakside is a charming three-bedroom Edwardian semi-detached home on a surprisingly large, secluded plot. The house blends character features—sash and bay windows, exposed beams and cast-iron fireplaces—with a bright, vaulted open-plan kitchen/dining room that becomes the sociable heart of the home. The dual-aspect living room and versatile third bedroom (currently an office) add flexible family space.
The garden is the property’s standout asset: mature trees, winding paths, a sunny glade and a substantial timber outbuilding provide room for children, pets, a kitchen garden or a studio (subject to consents). Its rural hamlet location offers peace and wildlife, while Heathfield’s shops and mainline stations at Stonegate and Buxted remain within convenient driving distance for commuters.
Practical considerations are straightforward and important to note. Heating is oil-fired with a boiler and radiators; the walls are cavity-built with no added insulation (assumed) and the EPC is currently F. Broadband speeds are slow, though mobile signal is excellent. Council tax is above average. These factors mean there is likely investment needed to improve energy efficiency and reduce running costs.
This home will suit families or buyers seeking countryside living with character and scope to personalise. For those prepared to carry out targeted improvements—insulation, energy upgrades and modern connectivity—the property offers excellent long-term potential in an affluent, low-crime area with strong local schools nearby.