Property description

A beautiful Grade II listed attached period cottage situated in a fabulous rural location. Surrounded by wildflower meadows and woodlands of Beech and Asbunrham Estate, this is a truly peaceful setting. The property is presented to a high standard with a wealth of period features and the accommodation is set over three floors with good ceiling heights. The beautiful gardens surrounding the property are stocked full of attractive plants providing colour all year round.

Situation 
There are a good range of schools nearby including Battle Abbey and Vinehall. A golf course is close by and there is a mainline station at Battle with fast services to London. Burwash village and the historic town of Battle are approx. 6 miles distant and prove a good range of local amenities. A farm shop with delicatessen is nearby. 

Description 
Pay Cottage is believed to date from the mid 18th Century and is a brick and tile hung with attractive diamond lead casement windows. The accommodation spans three floors and comprises a sitting room with oak floor and fireplace with inset wood burning stove, the dining room has an exposed brick floor and fitted bookcase. The kitchen/breakfast room has a range of fitted wall and base units with worktop over, inset butler style sink and Sandyford range providing the central heating and hot water. There is space and plumbing for appliances, part vaulted ceiling and door opening to the vegetable garden at the rear. The first floor comprises master bedroom, bathroom with a separate shower and study/bedroom 3. The second double bedroom is positioned on the second floor in the apex of the roof. There are an abundance of character features including handmade oak latch doors, exposed floors and attractive casement windows. 

Outside 
The property has ample vehicular parking and a large timber store/garage. The gardens are beautifully maintained and planted with many mature plants and shrubs. Steps descend to the lower garden where a summerhouse and further timber sheds are situated. The kitchen/breakfast room has a range of fitted wall and base units with worktop over, inset butler style sink and Sandyford range providing the central heating and hot water. There is space and plumbing for appliances, part vaulted ceiling and door opening to the vegetable garden at the rear. The first floor comprises master bedroom, bathroom with a separate shower and study/bedroom 3. The second double bedroom is positioned on the second floor in the apex of the roof. There are an abundance of character features including handmade oak latch doors, exposed floors and attractive casement windows. 

History 
Pay Cottage, being part of the furnace, was the last working forge in East Sussex and continued to operate until 1825. The wages to the operators of the furnace were paid through the small window situated in the dining room. 

Services 
Private Drainage. Mains water (metered) and electricity. Oil fired central heating. EPC Exempt. Council tax band D. Rother District Council. Agents Note There is a mutual private right of way providing access to Hogstye Wood.

Directions
Pay Cottage is located away located away from Lakehurst Lane. For directions please call Lambert & Foster Mayfield.

Property Features :

• Beautiful Cottage
• Enviable Rural Location
• Lovely Countryside Outlook
• Ample Parking
• Country Charm