Location

Historic Grade I listed Sheffield Park House is situated in the heart of Sussex, close to Ashdown Forest and adjacent to Sheffield Park & Garden, created by Capability Brown and now a National Trust property. The picturesque village of Fletching lies to two miles to the east, with the award-winning Griffin pub; North Chailey offers a garage and shop providing for day-to-day needs. Comprehensive shopping and leisure facilities are available at Haywards Heath (6.6 miles), Lewes (10 miles), Brighton (18 miles), Tunbridge Wells (18 miles) and central London (42 miles).

Outdoor pursuits include golf and walking; there is a superb cultural scene, with world-class opera at Glyndebourne, and the annual Brighton Festival presenting a huge programme of theatre, dance, classical music and literary events.

Sussex is ideal for food and drink enthusiasts: there are many renowned gastro pubs and Michelin accredited restaurants locally, and the region is at the heart of England's emerging wine scene. Spa and country house hotels include Gravetye Manor, Alexander House, Ashdown Park Hotel and Ockenden Manor.

Mainline rail services: Haywards Heath, London Bridge/Victoria from 42 minutes. Gatwick airport 18 miles.

Schools: There are number of highly regarded state and independent schools in the area, including Ardingly College, Cumnor House, Great Walstead School, Fletching primary school, and Danehill primary school.

All times and distances are approximate.

Description

Flat 7, Sheffield Park House offers a rare combination of space, natural light and luxury, coupled with period features and a rich heritage. The flat is situated on the first and second floors of this grand period house and is beautifully presented, decorated with style and finished with Farrow & Ball paintwork in a curated colour scheme.

The reception rooms are a particular feature, with soaring high ceilings and large sash windows, adding grandeur and a sense of space. The dining room and kitchen have sweeping views to the front of Sheffield House, over the impressive parklike communal grounds and the circular drive, and the dual aspect drawing room has a delightful bay window showcasing the spectacular views of the communal main lawn and its fountain, and beyond to the specimen trees, ponds and wildlife of Sheffield Park and Gardens, which are owned by the National Trust.

The kitchen is well-equipped with a range of white cabinets offering ample storage, with granite worktops. Appliances include a recently updated main oven, dishwasher, washing machine, and induction hob, plus two half-sized combination microwave/fan/grill and steam ovens.

A cloakroom and four storage cupboards complete this floor.

Stairs lead up to the landing, fitted with a period stained glass window and featuring exposed beams. On this floor is a generously sized principal bedroom with an en suite bathroom, extensive wardrobes, drawer units, and two deep storage cupboards. Three stone mullioned windows create a charming feature that adds classic period elegance.

The second bedroom is delightful, with exposed beams, windows on both sides, and a fitted wardrobe. A cosy single bedroom, also ideal as an office, has fitted shelves. They are served by the family bathroom.

Flat 7 also has the benefit of a secure private wine cellar in the basement of the House.

Outside
A grand entrance gate leads to a impressive sweeping driveway, leading up to the main house; there is a secondary entrance close to the garaging and private allocated parking. No 7 has the benefit of a single garage with a remote-controlled opener, a single allocated outdoor parking space, and plenty of guest parking to the front of the main building.
The flat has free, private access to Sheffield Park and Garden (owned by the National Trust) via a designated gate, in addition to sharing access to the parklike gardens and grounds that surround the house. Within the grounds is a private carp pond with a designated barbecue area, and two well-maintained tennis courts.

Directions

From the A272 south, at North Chailey take the A275 north for about 2.5 miles; pass the turning leading to Sheffield Park & Gardens and take the second right through the pillars, signposted Sheffield Park House.