Summary - 43 FRESHFIELD BANK FOREST ROW RH18 5HW
5 bed 2 bath Detached
Large south-facing garden, five bedrooms and huge potential close to village and Ashdown Forest.
5 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across two floors
Exceptionally large south-facing garden, largest on development
L-shaped kitchen/breakfast room with utility and wood-burning stove
Garage plus driveway parking
Planning permission for extra dwelling previously granted, now lapsed
Built late 1960s — may need cosmetic updating and ongoing maintenance
EPC C; Council Tax Band F (expensive)
Excellent local schools, Ashdown Forest nearby
Set on one of the largest plots in the mature Freshfield Bank development, this late-1960s detached house offers spacious, light-filled family accommodation across two floors. The ground floor centres on an L-shaped kitchen/breakfast room with extensive storage, a wood-burning stove in the living area, a utility room, dining room, study and cloakroom — practical spaces for everyday family life and home working.
Upstairs are five bedrooms, two bathrooms and a hobbies room/study, giving flexibility for children’s rooms, guest space or a home office. The south-facing garden is exceptionally large, backing onto mature hedging and providing potential for outdoor living, play space or garden projects. A garage and driveway provide secure parking.
The property sits between Forest Row village and the Ashdown Forest, close to good state and independent schools and within walking distance of local shops, cafes and community amenities. Transport links reach East Grinstead and further afield to Gatwick, Tunbridge Wells and Brighton for commuting or weekend travel.
Material points to note: the house dates from the late 1960s and shows the fabric and layout of that period — some updating may be wanted to suit modern tastes. Planning permission for an additional detached dwelling (WD/2010/0336/F) previously existed but has lapsed. EPC rating C and Council Tax Band F (2025/26), which should be factored into running costs.
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