55 Western Road, Haywards Heath, West Sussex, RH16 3LR

The House...
This truly exceptional semi-detached home is, without doubt, one of the finest period homes we have seen, having been substantially extended by the current owners to a stunning home that combines Victorian elegance with a flawless modern specification to dramatic effect.

The open plan kitchen/dining/family room was extended in 2018, enjoys two-tone ‘Farrow & Ball’ colours and is a legitimately a ‘wow-factor’ space. Extending to nearly 40ft with sliding doors onto the garden, this is the perfect space for entertaining and there are opulent touches at every turn with quartz worktops, underfloor heating, bespoke units, and porcelain tiles that flow onto the outside terrace. The room is flooded with natural light by the large lantern and there is an array of top of the range appliances including a full-height fridge, full-height freezer with ice dispenser, dual temperature drinks fridge, Neff five ring gas hob, Caple inset extractor fan, dishwasher, ‘slide & hide’ combi oven and Grohle ‘boiling water’ tap.

The separate utility houses the washing machine, tumble dryer and a second dishwasher. A side door provides side access, ideal after a muddy dog walk.

The inviting sitting room extends to 23ft and is a traditional space with a beautiful open fireplace, perfect for a winter’s evening. The bay window, picture rails, architraves, ceiling rose and deep skirting add character and the café style plantation shutters provide privacy.

The ground floor also has an under stairs cloakroom.

On the first floor, the master bedroom extends across the entire front of the house with a bay window and plenty of fitted wardrobe space. There are two further double bedrooms and a useful boiler room. Each bedroom is served by the gorgeous family bathroom that incorporates classic Victorian styling with a sleek modern finish including a deep roll top cast iron bath, luxurious walk-in power shower, ‘St James’ fittings, double sinks, two heated towel rails and period style tiled flooring.

On the second floor is a large ‘loft room’ which could readily be used as an occasional double bedroom if required. It is currently used as a home office as it offers privacy from the rest of the house. By adding a dormer to the rear, this could be transformed into an exceptional master bedroom with en-suite, STPP.

Further attributes include tasteful ‘Farrow & Ball’ décor, mostly uPVC double glazed windows and gas fired central heating throughout with some beautiful cast iron Victorian radiators and thermostatic ‘Hive’ system. There is also a ‘Hue’ controllable spotlight system allowing bespoke ambience. The house also has green credentials with solar panelling that generates an annual income and covers the cost of hot water and an electric car charging point.

Step Outside...
To the rear is a quite superb garden that extends to approximately 170 ft, with a favoured westerly aspect meaning there is plenty of afternoon/evening sunshine. The large porcelain terrace flows seamlessly from the kitchen to provide ‘inside-outside’ living during the summer months and is the perfect spot for ‘al-fresco’ dining. There is a large expanse of lawn and impressive gazebo that provides a secondary entertaining space.

At the top of the garden is a fully insulated GARDEN STUDIO with power, lighting, heating and internet, making it an ideal space for home working.

To the front is a block paved driveway providing off road parking.

NB:
The house is offered for sale with no onward chain meaning a swift move is possible.

The Location...
Western Road is conveniently located within a short walk of Haywards Heath town centre with its extensive range of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants. Haywards Heath's mainline train station is approximately 1.2 miles distant and provides fast, regular services to London (Victoria/London Bridge), Brighton and Gatwick International Airport. By car, these surrounding areas can be easily accessed via the both the A23(M) to the west and A272 to the east. The property falls in a good location for the reputable St. Wilfred's primary school. St. Joseph's R C primary school and Oathall Community College. Central Sussex College Haywards Heath is approximately 1.5 miles distant.

Information
Tenure: Freehold
Local Authority: Mid Sussex District Council T: 01444 458166
Council Tax Band: D