Listed for £3,650,000
August 31, 2025
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Outside
The tranquil property is positioned between two areas of outstanding natural beauty – the South Downs National Park and High Weald National Landscape – amongst rolling grounds which have been professionally landscaped and beautifully maintained. Mature planting envelops the house in greenery, including majestic oaks and Japanese maple, vibrant rhododendrons, formal box topiary and a glorious scented garden, which fragrances the air with the delicate scents of velvet carpet roses and herbs. The kitchen garden has, over the years, yielded a bounty of apples, pears, plums, cherries, cabbages, potatoes and tomatoes. The park-like grounds are enclosed by deer fencing and mature hedging, while the rear boundary includes an area of well-managed woodland which is carpeted with bluebells in the spring. Several ponds provide an established area for wildlife, while a rock garden was transplanted to Lychgate Cottage from the Chelsea Flower Show in 1928. There are a number of outbuildings offering excellent versatility and storage – a double garage with workshop, WC and first-floor storage space, an apple shed, further garaging and a tennis pavilion, the latter providing a place to rest and refuel during games on the enclosed court to the northwest of the grounds. The property is approached via its own private driveway which wraps around the front and west sides of the house and gardens, affording a wealth of parking for many vehicles.
Situation
Scaynes Hill is a large village on the south-eastern side of Haywards Heath, with amenities including a primary school, pub, petrol station/ convenience store, village hall and recreation ground. Haywards Heath is about 2.9 miles distant with a good selection of shops, services and amenities and mainline rail services. Lindfield (2.6 miles), Lewes (11 miles) and Brighton (16.7 miles) offer a further range of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities. There is an excellent range of state and independent schools in the area, including Ardingly College, Hurst College and Brighton College, Cumnor House, Great Walstead and Burgess Hill School. There are nearby country walks at Chailey Common and within the South Downs National Park. Mainline rail services are available at Haywards Heath (London Bridge/London Victoria from 42 minutes). The A23/M23 gives access to Gatwick Airport (16 miles), and the national motorway network.
Agents note: There is a lovely walk from Lychgate Cottage to The Sloop pub
The property has planning in place for: Pool and pool house, Coach House and 2 storey side extension with basement – further details will be provided by the office.
The Prime team would be delighted to show you around this property. Property Ref Number: HAM-59748
Additional Information
Mid Sussex District Council. Council Tax Band G
All mains services are connected.
Private drainage.