Shovelstrode Lane, Ashurst Wood, East Grinstead, West Sussex

Dutton Homestall Cottage is a charming four-bedroom home, arranged over two floors and set in an enviable semi-rural position, surrounded by its beautiful gardens and grounds. The property was purchased by the current owners in 2000 and has since been thoughtfully extended and improved.

The accommodation is well presented, light filled and generously proportioned, offering versatile living space suited to modern life. The triple aspect sitting room is spacious, while the dining room opens into the David Salisbury orangery, added in 2022, which provides a wonderful space from which to enjoy views across the garden and towards the bluebell woodland beyond.

The kitchen/breakfast room is fitted with a range of cabinets and features a granite topped central island, with appliances including a Rangemaster electric stove and a dishwasher, and space for a fridge freezer. A separate utility room offers further fitted storage and has space for laundry appliances.

There are two bedrooms on the ground floor, providing flexibility for use as a study or playroom if required, together with a spacious bathroom fitted with a bath, separate shower cubicle and vanity unit.

On the first floor, the dual aspect principal bedroom is fitted with bespoke American oak cupboards and matching furniture and is complemented by an en suite shower room. Bedroom four has useful eaves access, and the landing has access to a roof terrace, ideal for enjoying a morning coffee and the lovely outlook over the gardens and surrounding landscape.

Outside, the property is approached via a rural private track, over which it enjoys a right of way. The grounds are a particular feature, with a recently re-laid gravel driveway, a pond stocked with carp and rudd, a magnificent weeping willow, lawned areas incorporating a wildflower meadow, and a stream that feeds the pond.

A five-bar gate opens to the enclosed gardens, where there is a block paved driveway, double garage with electronically operated roller door, wood store, EV charging point and workshop. To the rear is an oak framed car port or machinery store, along with a timber shed. Garden facilities include a large greenhouse with irrigation and internal beds, raised kitchen garden beds with fruit cage, and a second greenhouse.

Adjoining the house is a terrace which enjoys excellent sun exposure, with a pergola covered seating area and space for garden furniture. Beyond lies a level lawn, with bluebell woodland rising gently at the rear of the property. The entire grounds are enclosed by deer fencing and extend to approximately 1.6 acres.

Agent’s Note
The dining room curtains, garden furniture and all planters are not included in the sale.