Summerhill Drive, Lindfield, RH16

Peacefully positioned on Summerhill Drive, a private tree-lined lane, discover this spacious 5 bedroom family home, lovingly renovated and redesigned to offer the ultimate living experience, where convenience meets countryside, in the picturesque village of Lindfield.

Peacefully positioned on Summerhill Drive, a quiet private tree-lined lane, discover this spacious family home, lovingly renovated and redesigned to offer the ultimate living experience, where convenience meets countryside, in the picturesque village of Lindfield.

Approached by a spacious driveway with curved front lawn that invites you to the front door. A detached, five bedroom home, recently extended and improved to superb standards awaits.

A warm welcome
Upon entering, you are greeted by a sense of grandeur and sophistication. A warm and welcoming, light filled entrance halls beckons you to explore further. A well-positioned bench seat offers comfort while you kick off your shoes and hide away coats in the ample hall cupboards. To the right of the entrance hall, is a modern cloakroom.

Light filled living
Through the double glass Crittall style doors and into the snug, you catch a glimpse of the rear garden beyond, a real highlight of this home. A cosy room to sit and relax while reading a good book.

Spanning the full width of the back of the house, the wonderful open plan kitchen, family room and snug seamlessly flow together, creating the perfect space for both intimate family gatherings and elegant soirées. The spacious kitchen is stylish yet combines sleek, contemporary finishes with abundant storage. A well-positioned breakfast bar offers additional seating.

Character and comfort
The separate formal reception room exudes warmth and character, boasting a log burner, bespoke cabinetry, and original flooring that pay homage to the property’s rich history.

Off the hall, is a spacious utility room, brimming with storage and space for appliances that are best ‘hidden’ out of sight. Back into the hall, you will find the central staircase that has been fitted with bespoke understairs shoe storage and a large separate coat cupboard. The entire ground floor has the added luxury of underfloor heating, keeping you warm even in the coldest of winters.

And so to bed
Upstairs, where the stairs split, you will find the master bedroom spanning front to back, with dressing area and stylish en-suite shower room, offering a private sanctuary for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Four additional double bedrooms, one with its own en-suite, and a contemporary and crisp family bathroom ensure ample space for the entire family to unwind in comfort. The bedrooms are spacious and bright and offer ample room for everyone.

A large, fully boarded loft with planning permission (previously granted) presents endless possibilities for expansion, catering to any desire to personalise the home.

Outdoor entertaining
Through the French doors, you are greeted by a broad patio terrace providing the ideal setting for al fresco dining and outdoor entertaining. The rear garden, mostly laid to lawn, features a further terrace to the rear of the lawn and a charming garden room. Screened on two sides, privacy and security for children and pets is guaranteed.

Completing this exceptional property is driveway parking for multiple cars.

Near and far

Residents of this private road enjoy a close-knit community feel with a range of events held throughout the year, including festive celebrations such as Christmas Carols and Easter trails – providing an excellent opportunity to socialise and forge lasting friendships with neighbours.

Nestled in the picturesque village of Lindfield, countryside combines with convenience, with so much on your doorstep to enjoy.

Discover the charm of Lindfield, with a walk to the beautiful pond at the bottom of the high street. Open fields are ideal for dog walks, with tennis courts, a bowling green, and a cricket pitch for those who love outdoor activities.

For daily shopping needs, Lindfield boasts a quality butcher, an independent wine shop, and a variety of other boutique, independent stores. There’s also a local Co-op and Morrisons, for your day-to-day needs, with Sainsbury’s and Waitrose just a short walk away.

Traditional amenities include such delights as a greengrocers and gift shops, whilst for a bite to eat, take a night off from cooking and dine out on anything from sushi to Thai food, with an array of restaurants and bistros to be found nearby.

Around four miles away, head to Wakehurst Place, whose botanical gardens serve as a sister site to Kew Gardens in London. Further afield, Cowdray Park is a 40-minute drive away, with a delightful farm shop, and café.

From doctors to dentists’ surgeries, Lindfield and nearby Haywards Heath are well stocked for healthcare, with both the Princess Royal Hospital and the Nuffield private hospital just a short walk away.

Families are well served for local schools, with Lindfield Primary and Blackthorns Primary close by and a range of independent schools including Burgess Hill Girls, Great Walstead School, Ardingly College, and Handcross Park close by.

Commute with convenience from the Haywards Heath station, which is less than a mile walk, providing regular train services to London (a 45-minute journey) as well as services to Brighton, Eastbourne, and Worthing along the southern coast.

Snug
Cosy snug overlooking the rear garden.

Reception
Spacious reception with log burner, stylish cabinets and original flooring.

Kitchen and family room
Large contemporary kitchen, fully integrated and benefitting from a breakfast bar. A large open plan dining area opens through the double doors to the rear garden.

Master bedroom
Large master bedroom with dressing area and modern en-suite shower room.

Master en-suite
Stylish en-suite shower room with walk in shower

Bedroom
Great size double bedroom with double aspect windows flooding the room with light.

Bedroom
Good size double bedroom at the rear of the home overlooking the garden, and benefitting form an en-suite shower room.

Bedroom
Large double bedroom with double aspect windows to the front of the property.

Second en-suite shower room
Modern en-suite bathroom with corner shower

Family bathroom
Modern family bathroom with shower over bath.

Fifth bedroom or study
Double bedroom at rear of home. Currently being used as a home office.

Hallway & landing
Stylish hallway with bench seat and cloakroom. The central hallway splits to lead you to the master bedroom and additional bedrooms separately.

Utility room
Great size utility room with washing machine and dryer, space for large fridge/freezer, ample storage and boiler.