Owls Hollow

Owls Hollow
Broad Oak Brede, Rye, East Sussex TN31 6EU

An extensive family home with just under 11 acres of gardens, paddocks and
smallholding in a rural village setting on the outskirts of Rye.
Reception hall
Dining room
Kitchen & breakfast room
Sitting room
Drawing room
Study
Laundry room
Family room
5 double bedrooms
Bathroom & 3 en suites
Cloakroom
Open bay double garage & log
store
Summer house & garden shed
Plant room & tool shed
Gardens & woodland dell
Playgarden
Offers in excess of £899,000 Freehold
No chain
Excellent Private Schools
Nearby Rail Station to London
Village Location

This exceptionally versatile land with buildings
is currently organised as a smallholding but
equally suited for equestrian pursuits.
4 paddocks, grass riding circuit
Field shelter
Stables with sand lunging enclosure
Hay Barn, yard & manure bays
Tool shed & wood store
Polytunnel
Chicken & Duck sheds & enclosures
Goose sheds & grass enclosures
PP for stables, barn, feed store, shed
Sectioned grass enclosures
Line orchard approx 40 trees
Water supply
Single Farm Payment
In all about 10.8 acres
STABLES AND RIDING ARENA FIELD STABLES

Description
This impressive and truly deceptive family abode has recently
undergone a complete refurbishment and now offers
comprehensive, beautifully presented accommodation,
extending to five double bedrooms, one bathroom and three ensuite
rooms. Spectacular contemporary open plan reception
rooms create a wonderful spacious ambience whilst folding, full
length glass doors afford a commanding outlook to the grounds
and provide a flexible, and very desirable entertaining area.
There is an extensive range of outbuildings and equine facilities
to include stabling, a lunging enclosure and paddocks. Owls
Hollow is further complimented by a gated private driveway,
featuring a paved turning area and an open bay timber framed
double garage.
Accommodation
The front door leads into the:
RECEPTION HALL: 10’09 x 10’03 (3.29 x 3.13) An
exceptionally bright and airy space with wooden doors leading to
the dining room, sitting room and cloakroom. Solid wood teak
flooring, radiator, inset ceiling lights. Power point.
A wooden door leads into the:
CLOAKROOM: 4’05 x 4’09 (1.46 x 1.56) A frosted glass
window to the front. High-level WC, contemporary wash-hand
basin with under storage, radiator.
From the hall a wooden door with glazed panels leads into the:
DINING ROOM: 12’10 x 12’03 (3.92 x 3.73) Benefiting from
a generous window overlooking the garden and paved terrace to
the rear, solid wood teak flooring, integrated storage cupboard
with a wooden door. An open plan archway separates the dining
room from the sitting room, providing a degree of flexibility to the
principal reception areas. Includes: radiator, two power points
and telephone socket. A wooden door leads into the master
bedroom, whilst another wooden door with glass panels
accesses the rear hall
REAR HALL: features three separate integrated cupboards, one housing the
airing cupboard and the others providing storage space, a further wooden
frosted glass door leads directly outside. A wooden door with glass panels
leads into the kitchen & breakfast room.
KITCHEN & BREAKFAST ROOM: 26’06 x 10’08 (8.08 x 3.25) A wellappointed
dual aspect room boasting an extensive range of fitted
contemporary wall and base units. The breakfast area enjoys a window to
the front whilst the kitchen benefits from windows to either side overlooking
the gardens to the front and rear. The kitchen includes; two stainless steel
sink/drainers with chrome taps, electric Baumatic oven with halogen hob
and extractor fan over, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, telephone point, inset
ceiling lights, two radiators and access to the insulated loft storage space.

SITTING ROOM: 24’01 x 13’09 (7.34 x 4.21) Dual aspect room with windows to the front and
rear. An open plan archway connects the sitting and drawing rooms. A glass door offers access to
the rear paved terrace. A 10kw dual aspect woodburning fire, with twin sets of double doors, sits
on a natural slate hearth and can be appreciated equally from both the sitting and drawing rooms.
Solid teak flooring and integrated period style corner dressers. Radiator. Telephone point. Various
power points.
DRAWING ROOM: 23’02 x 23’02 (7.06 x 7.06) A splendid, soaring roof lantern transforms
this area into a light filled, excellently proportioned entertaining space. It enjoys a dual aspect
outlook, provided by three windows to the side and full length bi-folding glazed doors leading onto
the rear terrace. The double-sided wood burning fire on a natural slate hearth is complemented
with two inset log stores, either side of the chimney breast. Beautiful solid oak floorboards with
underfloor heating (UFH). LED ceiling edge lightbox. Television point. Various power points.
Double wooden glazed doors lead into the:
STUDY: 17’03 x 12’01 (5.28 x 3.68) Benefits
from UFH and solid oak floorboards. Window with
outlook to front, inset ceiling lights. Various power
points. A wooden door leads into the:
LAUNDRY ROOM: 8’ x 9’06 (2.45 x 2.92) Fitted
wall and base units, UFH and slate flooring. A
window looks out to the side. 1 ½ sink drainer with
chrome tap and tiled surround. Under unit plumbing
for washing machine and dryer. Under stairs storage
cupboard, a wooden door opens into the:

FAMILY ROOM: 18’02 x 17’11 (5.55 x 5.47) A well-proportioned,
highly versatile room currently utilised as a play room, complimented by
twin sets of bi-folding double glazed doors which open onto the private
gated driveway to the front. UFH and solid oak floorboards. Various
power points.
From the laundry room a wooden door leads into the HALL, with UFH
and slate flooring, and a further glazed door to the front side of the
property. Fitted carpet stairs ascend to:
FIRST FLOOR LANDING: with a window overlooking the garden to
the rear and integrated eaves storage. Fitted carpet: A wooden door
opens into:
BEDROOM FIVE: 17’05 x 13’08 (5.32 x 4.17) Double bedroom,
which is dual aspect with windows to the side and front. Further eaves
storage. Fitted carpet. Radiator. Storage heater. Inset ceiling lights.
Various power points. A wooden door leads into the:
EN-SUITE: 7’08 x 5’07 (2.34 x 1.70) Finished to a high standard with
natural stone tiling to the walls and floor. Electric shower unit. Wash-hand
basin. Low-level WC. Inset ceiling lights. Heated chrome towel rail.
This wing of the property could easily be utilised as a self-contained
annexe.
From the dining room a wooden door leads to:
MASTER BEDROOM: 13’11 x 18’01 (4.24 x 5.52) This double room
benefits from a dual aspect outlook to the side and rear. Two generous
integrated wardrobes, a glazed door leads onto the rear terrace. Two radiators.
Various power points. A wooden door leads into the:
EN SUITE: 5’11 x 10’07 (1.82 x 3.23) Fully equipped with a Jacuzzi bath, a
tiled surround, low level WC and wash-hand basin. Power shower unit. Heated
towel rail radiator. Tiled floor and half height tiling to walls.
From the reception hall, stairs ascend to the:
MAIN LANDING which benefits from a window overlooking the front. Twin
integrated eave loft storage cupboards situated either side. Loft access. Fitted
carpet. Power point. Radiator. Wooden doors lead to the guest suite, bedroom
three, bedroom four and the family bathroom;
GUEST SUITE: 18’04 x 13’09 (5.60 x 4.21) A dual aspect double room,
with an outlook to the front and side. Integrated wardrobe. Fitted carpet.
Radiator. Various power points. A wooden door leads into the:
EN-SUITE: 5’09 x 5’01 (1.76 x 1.56) Tiled power shower unit. Wash-hand
basin. Low-level WC. Radiator. Inset ceiling lights. Frosted glass window to
rear garden.
BEDROOM FOUR: 12’08 x 10’06 (3.87 x 3.22) A double room with
outlook to the side. Integrated storage cupboard. Fitted carpet. Radiator.
Various power points.
A step ascends from the main landing to the REAR LANDING, which also
benefits from a window overlooking the rear garden and a skylight. Radiator.
Power point. Wooden door to:
FAMILY BATHROOM: 7’05 x 5’09 (2.27 x 1.76) Tiling to the floor and half
height tiling to walls. Wash-hand basin. Low-level WC. Full size bath with a
tiled surround. Radiator. Inset ceiling lights.
A step descends, via a wooden door, into:
BEDROOM THREE: 18’02 x 12’05 (5.53 x 3.79) A dual aspect, double
room, with outlook to the side and rear. Fitted carpet. Radiator. Inset ceiling
lights. Various power points. A wooden door opens to a storage area and a
further wardrobe.

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GARDENS & GROUNDS The gardens to the rear are versatile, generous
in size and mainly laid to lawn. Several mature shrubs and trees border the
main rear garden, with wooden panel fencing making this space secure. A
gate leads to a fully enclosed children’s garden. There is a paved terrace to
the rear, ideally suited to al fresco entertaining, which can be accessed
directly from the drawing room via bi-folding glass doors, truly bringing the
‘outside, inside’.
To the front, the private gated driveway is bordered by landscaped lawns with
herbaceous borders, mature shrubs and trees. A deep woodland dell
provides a wonderful children’s play area. The paved turning area easily
caters for several vehicles and, to one side there is a timber framed open bay
double garage. The comprehensive range of outbuildings include:
FOR IDENTIFICATION PURPOSES
ONLY- NOT TO SCALE
TOTAL FLOOR AREA: 361SQ. M,
3885 SQ. FT
SOURCE- EPC
GARAGE: 18’08 x 19’04 (5.70 x 5.90). Ceiling Height : 7’07 (2.30) to
the highest point. Attached to the side is the Wood Store
SUMMER HOUSE: 11’04 x 7’07 (3.50 x 2.32). Ceiling Height: 7’00
(2.15) to the highest point.
GARDEN SHED: 5’08 x 5’10 (1.75 x 1.78). Ceiling Height: 6’11 (2.10)
PLANT ROOM: 10’08 x 7’11 (3.26 x 2.42). Ceiling Height: 7’09 (2.38)
to the highest point. Electricity supply. Air Source Heat Unit, cupboards.
Attached is a:
TOOL STORE: 10’10 x 8’00 (3.32 x 2.45). Ceiling Height: 7’08 (2.36) to
the highest point. Electricity supply. Open fronted.

SMALLHOLDING: Located at the back of the
main residence. Permanent pasture split into 4
paddocks, grass riding circuit, and smallholding
yard including:
FIELD SHELTER: 26’03 x 11’06 (8.00 x 3.53).
Ceiling Height: 8’00 (2.45) to the highest point.
Electricity supply.
STABLES: Two bays, each measuring: 12’05 x
11’04 (3.81 x 3.47) within sand lunging enclosure
of approx 20m x 20m.
BARN: 16’02 x 16’02 (5.00 x 5.00). Ceiling
Height: 11’11 (3.64) to the highest point.
MANURE BAYS: 33’00 x 5’11 (1.56 x 10.20)
HAY/LOG STORE: 16’04 x 10’08 (5.00 x
3.25). Ceiling Height: 5’11 (1.82).
HAY/TOOL STORE: 12’00 x 10’08 (3.66 x
3.25). Ceiling Height: 5’11 (1.82).
POLYTUNNEL: 59’00 x 16’00 (18.0 x 5.0)
There are also; goose sheds, chicken housing &
enclosure runs, water supply and Planning
Permission for further stabling, feed store and barn.
SERVICES: Mains Gas, Electricity, Water. Telephone. Private drainage. Air Source
Heating, Burglar Alarm.
LOCAL AUTHORITY: Rother Council Band G.
COMMUNICATIONS: The A21 is about 5.4 miles to the west of the property, which in
turn links to the M25 London orbital motorway. Robertsbridge station about 7.4 miles
has services to London Charing Cross (via London Bridge and Waterloo East) and
Cannon Street with hourly services (more frequent at rush hour) taking just about 1 hour
20. The main Bus Route from Tenterden to Hastings also goes through the village.
LOCATION: Broad Oak includes a garage, country inn and a village store. The quaint
and historic village of Hawkhurst is within easy driving distance and offers a wider
selection of shopping for everyday needs. Tenterden, Battle, Rye, Hastings and Royal
Tunbridge Wells present a comprehensive range of shops, restaurants, banking and
leisure facilities. The surrounding area boasts a wealth of excellent schools ranging
from the local Primary School at Broad Oak to the renowned private schools of Vinehall,
Marlborough House, St Ronan’s, Claremont, Battle Abbey, and Benenden.
DIRECTIONS: From our Offices at Goudhurst proceed
out of the Village in the direction of Cranbrook along the
A262. Upon reaching the Peacock Country Inn on the
right, turn right onto the B2085 signposted to Hawkhurst.
Follow this road until reaching a T-junction, turn right here
onto the A229 signposted to Hawkhurst. Follow this road
into the Village of Hawkhurst until reaching the
crossroads. Proceed straight over and after half a mile,
take a slight left onto the B2244 (signposted to Bodiam).
Follow this road for approximately 5.5 miles and, after
passing under an arched bridge, take the immediate left
onto the B2165. After 100 yards, take the first right onto
the B2099, continue for approximately 3 miles, and Owl’s
Hollow is situated on the left hand side.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Country Property Group
provides these particulars in good faith for guidance
purposes only. We wish to stress that The Country
Property Group is unable to measure the Land on offer in
order to confirm the exact acreage and therefore
requests all potential purchasers to satisfy themselves
prior to entering into negotiations. Please note we have
not conducted a structural survey of the property nor
have we tested any of the heating, drainage, services,
fittings or sanitary items in this property.
VIEWING: All viewings by prior appointment through The Country
Property Group on 01892 750999 (Frant) 01580 211888 (Goudhurst)
01892 724488 (Horsmonden) 01892 724949 (Matfield). A member of
the team will conduct all viewings, whether or not the Vendors are in
residence. For your convenience we always carry a tape measure and
we would be delighted to double-check any measurements for you
during any viewing. As a matter of policy once an offer made on a
property has been accepted, we like, where possible to encourage
buyers to attend the premises again with us so that all property
particulars can be meticulously double-checked prior to any interested
party incurring any professional expenses. Prop 1774