The Laurels, Oldlands Avenue, Balcombe, West Sussex, RH17 6NA

The House...
‘The Laurels’ is a brand new detached chalet bungalow occupying a private, set back plot on Oldlands Avenue, one of Balcombe’s premier residential roads and built the highly regarded & Balcombe based WPT Properties.

The accommodation is truly deceptive being spacious, flexible and extending to an impressive 1,986 sq ft with a contemporary high specification finish throughout that would suit a range of purchasers.

The ground floor incorporates a large L-shape dual aspect sitting room with three sets of ‘French’ doors on to the side & rear gardens and a stylish 20ft fitted kitchen/diner with an extensive range of units, integrated appliances (twin ovens, 6 ring induction hob, dishwasher, fridge and freezer), plenty of prep space and ‘French’ doors. Further accommodation includes the capacious entrance hall with cloak cupboard and utility/cloakroom.

There are three ground floor bedrooms. The master bedroom enjoys a dressing area with two sets of wardrobes leading through to a luxurious en-suite bathroom. There is a guest bedroom with en-suite shower room and study/fifth single bedroom.

A turned staircase rises to the first floor which boasts two large double bedrooms. Theses rooms are both sizeable and offers the space for bespoke wardrobes in the eaves, if required. Both rooms are served by the contemporary family bathroom.

Further modern luxuries include low cost & highly effective underfloor heating throughout the ground floor, aluminium framed double glazing throughout, conventional gas fired central heating on the first floor, high degree of energy efficiency, fitted carpets, ample TV points and neutral décor throughout.

It is worth noting that opportunities to buy brand new homes in one of the villages most prestigious roads are seldom available and the house comes complete with a 10 year Premier build warranty.

Step Outside...
A particular benefit of the home is the most private, set-back position at the end of 150ft private driveway (there is provision to have the entrance gated, subject to negotiation). The gardens wrap around all for sides and are laid mainly to lawn, enclosed by fencing, hedging and a beautiful brick wall with external lighting. There is ample block paved parking for several cars and space for a garage, if required.

The Location...
Oldlands Avenue is one of the premier residential road within the sought after village of Balcombe. Village facilities include numerous shops and stores, tea room, village pubs, social club, church, sports clubs, primary school and the mainline train station providing links to London, Gatwick Airport and Brighton.

Haywards Heath and Crawley offer more extensive shopping and leisure facilities in addition to mainline railway stations (Haywards Heath to Victoria or London Bridge both approximately 47mins). By road, access to surrounding areas can be gained via the A23(M) which lies approximately 4.5 miles to the west at Handcross or north at Maidenbower.

Balcombe is surrounded by beautiful Sussex countryside. To the east are Balcombe lake & Ardingly Reservoir with their variety of footpaths, bridleways and angling facilities. The area is renowned for the standard of its schooling in both the private and state sectors with Balcombe Primary School being particularly reputable. A school bus runs through the village providing transport to Warden Park secondary school in the neighbouring village of Cuckfield. In the private sector Worth School is less than 4 miles distant in Turners Hill, whilst Ardingly College, Great Walstead and Burgess Hill School for Girls are all easily accessible.

Information
Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Mid Sussex District Council
Council Tax Band: F
Services: Mains Gas and drainage (not checked)