Property description

This stunning Grade II listed four/five bedroom cottage is a real piece of local history that dates back to around the 16th century. The property formally known as 'Gardeners Cottages' was named after a local landlord, and was two separate cottages, however it has now been converted into one dwelling by the current owner. The cottage sits tucked away in one of the oldest parts of Crawley, surrounded by gardens and with a secured gated access you are given a real sense of privacy. This cottage has been lovingly restored and maintained by its current owners, and sympathetically modernised with permission for further work. Entering the property is like stepping back in time, this three bay timber framed cottage originally constructed using large oak beams with tapering jowl posts, ceiling joists and girders with step stops. As you lead into the front porch, there is an oak door that opens into the dining area, with tiled flooring, ceiling beams running across and a gas log burner, you instantly fall in love with the character of this home. The room has ample space for table and chairs and is ideal for entertaining the family. To the right of the dining area is an extended part of the cottage where you can find a modern kitchen with a range of wall and base units in a cream gloss style, gas hob and electric oven and plenty of work surfaces. There is also access to the rear garden. Leading from the dining area to the left you enter the sitting room, boasting an original inglenook fireplace and gas log burner that really depicts the heart of this cottage, these features create a perfect environment to relax whilst giving you a real sense of space. Following on from the sitting room can be found a quaint study and downstairs shower room fitted with a white W.C and wash hand basin. Stairs leading from the sitting room take you to the first floor landing and access to four/five bedrooms all with their own unique character. Features include a Victorian fireplace and restored oak flooring. The master bedroom has additional storage built into the roof space. The family bathroom comprises of large white enclosed panel bath, low level W.C, wash hand basin and tiled floor and walls. Outside the property there are a number of gardens. The formal rear garden is enclosed with hedges, trees, small bushes and is mainly laid to lawn. There are a number of decorative plants and paved paths. The gardens are not overlooked which keeps the property secluded creating the sensation of stepping into your own oasis. There is also a working allotment that over the years has been the source of some great home grown vegetables. The front of the property has a large laid to lawn area with a brick build shed and a slightly concealed entrance set back off the Ifield Road.

Property Features :

• Four/Five Bedrooms
• Sitting Room
• Dining Room
• Kitchen
• Character Features