GUIDE PRICE: £1,500,000

A rare opportunity to acquire a private 13.78-acre estate adjoining Ashdown Forest, with full planning permission in place for a substantial new country house.

Set in an elevated and completely private position, the land enjoys far-reaching views across open countryside towards the South Downs. There are no public rights of way across the site, and an existing detached cottage remains in place.

The property is offered with two approved planning permissions, providing flexibility to create either a striking contemporary new build or a high-quality architectural reworking of the existing dwelling.

VIEWINGS ARE STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT THROUGH NEVILLE & NEVILLE ONLY

The Opportunity

Opportunities of this scale, privacy and proximity to Ashdown Forest are exceptionally rare.

The site offers:

Approximately 13.78 acres of meadowland and mature natural boundaries

Including 1.5 acres of ancient woodland

Elevated position with panoramic rural views

Direct access to the surrounding Ashdown Forest countryside.

No public rights of way

Existing services including electricity and water

Planning Permission

The property benefits from two alternative, fully approved planning consents:

Option 1 – Contemporary Replacement Dwelling

A striking, Scandia-Hus designed new home of approximately 3,659 sq ft, arranged over three floors (including basement), designed for modern country living with expansive open-plan spaces and four ensuite bedrooms.

Planning references: WD/2023/1343/F (including basement) and WD/2024/0631/FA

Option 2 – Contemporary Remodelling & Extension

An architect-designed scheme of approximately 3,315 sq ft, incorporating and extending the existing cottage to create a refined mid-century modern residence, positioned to maximise views and setting.

Planning reference: WD/2025/2256/F

Existing dwelling

The current house remains on site and provides practical on-site accommodation during construction of Option 1, allowing a buyer to oversee and deliver the new build with ease.

Location

A secluded rural setting with convenient access to Tunbridge Wells, East Grinstead, Crowborough and Uckfield, all offering mainline rail services to London and a full range of amenities.

The surrounding area provides immediate access to Ashdown Forest’s walking and riding routes, along with a selection of well-regarded country pubs and local facilities.

Summary

With scale, privacy and planning already secured, this is a site ready for immediate progression—offering a rare opportunity to create a bespoke country house in one of East Sussex’s most desirable landscapes.

Viewings strictly by appointment.

AGENTS NOTE: Please note that these details have been prepared as a general guide and do not form part of a contract. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes are approximate and should not be relied upon. Any verbal statements or information given about this property, again, should not be relied on and should not form part of a contract or agreement to purchase.