5 Bedroom Detached House

REF MG1259

Guide Price £925,000-£950,000

Some houses are simply built differently. Austwick is one of them.

Dating back to the early 1900s, this elegant Edwardian home combines the proportions, craftsmanship and character of its era with over 3,400 sq ft of versatile accommodation, including extensive cellar space and a garage. Having been owned by the same family for over 25 years, it is now offered for sale with no onward chain, ready for its next custodians to enjoy and make their own.

From the moment you arrive, the home’s period charm is immediately apparent. A generous driveway provides ample off-road parking alongside the single garage, while its location, just 0.2 miles from Haywards Heath’s mainline station, perfectly balances character with convenience. 

Step through the oak door and your eyes are immediately drawn to the high ceilings and stripped wood floor. The accommodation is wonderfully proportioned, with original features and a layout that reflects the elegance of the Edwardian era. The bay fronted sitting room is flooded with natural light and centred around an attractive fireplace, creating a warm and welcoming space to relax. To the rear, the dining room sits alongside the kitchen and presents an exciting opportunity, subject to the necessary consents, to create an impressive open plan kitchen and family space if desired.

A separate utility room, cloakroom and direct access to the garden provide the practicalities expected of modern family life, while the extensive cellar offers exceptional storage, workshop space and even retains the original pantry. A further external cellar is ideal for garden equipment and outdoor furniture.

One of the home’s most striking features is the original staircase, which rises elegantly through all three floors. The first floor offers three generous bedrooms, including one with its own shower and wash basin, together with the family bathroom and separate WC and an office. Two further bedrooms occupy the second floor, along with an additional area that would make an ideal study, snug or hobby room.

Outside, the property occupies a plot of approximately one fifth of an acre. The west facing rear garden extends to around 65 feet and enjoys the afternoon and evening sunshine, providing a private setting for entertaining, family life or simply unwinding at the end of the day.

While beautifully liveable as it is, Austwick also offers an exciting opportunity to enhance and personalise over time. For those looking to create a truly exceptional long term family home, the potential here is clear, subject to the necessary planning consents.

Homes of this architectural style and scale rarely become available so close to Haywards Heath town centre and mainline station. Combining period elegance, generous accommodation and outstanding potential, Austwick is a home that not only offers space to grow into, but the opportunity to create something special.

The local area.

Positioned just a stone’s throw from Haywards Heath station, Paddockhall Road enjoys one of the town’s most convenient locations, ideal for commuters and those who value having everyday amenities within easy reach. Within a 5–7 minute walk you can be at Waitrose, Sainsbury’s, The Dolphin Leisure Centre and Haywards Heath railway station, where regular direct services reach London Bridge and London Victoria in as little as 45 minutes.

The town centre is also easily accessible, offering a wide selection of independent cafés, restaurants, bars and high street retailers, whilst nearby Victoria Park provides an attractive green space for walks, recreation and community events throughout the year. The Broadway, with its popular cafés, coffee shops and evening dining options, is also within comfortable walking distance, adding to the appeal of the location.

For those travelling further afield, the A272 and A23 are easily reached, providing straightforward access to Brighton, Gatwick Airport and the wider Sussex road network. Combining excellent transport links, a wealth of local amenities and a well-established residential setting, Paddockhall Road offers a lifestyle that is both practical and highly desirable.