Waldron Down, Blackboys, Uckfield, TN22
- Land size
- 1.5 acres
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 1
Key Features
- Rural and secluded location
- Accessed via a long country lane
- Two-bedroom detached bungalow
- Approximately 1.5 acres of land
- In need of modernisation
- Peaceful countryside setting
- Driveway parking for two cars
- Double garage
- Same ownership for over 40 years
- Excellent potential to create a bespoke home
Description
Price Guide - £600,000-£650,000
Waldron Down Lodge is situated between the thriving towns of Uckfield and Heathfield, near the village of Blackboys and is accessed via a long country lane, offering a wonderful sense of privacy and tranquillity. This charming two-bedroom bungalow sits within approximately 1.5 acres of land and presents an excellent opportunity for modernisation and personalisation, with huge potential to extend and create something truly special.
The property has been lovingly owned and cared for by the same owner for over 40 years. It is surrounded by gardens and mature trees, with woodland and fields around, making it an ideal retreat for those seeking a more relaxed pace of life.
The accommodation includes a good-sized kitchen diner which can be used as semi open plan or or closed off to create a separate room, providing an excellent space for family living and entertaining, with doors opening directly from the dining room onto the gardens. The spacious lounge features a log burner and enjoys fabulous views across the gardens, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout the seasons. There are two generous double bedrooms, together with a bathroom and additional W.C.
Outside, the extensive grounds provide ample space and endless possibilities. A driveway offers parking for two vehicles and leads to a double garage and several garden sheds. The generous plot offers significant scope for extension, subject to any necessary consents, allowing a buyer to create a stunning country residence tailored to their own requirements.
The solar panels on the roof generate a yearly income, providing an additional benefit. With its substantial plot, rural surroundings, beautiful garden outlooks and exceptional potential for enhancement, Waldron Down Lodge offers a rare opportunity to create a fabulous country home in a truly idyllic setting.
Hallway -
Lounge - 3.96m x 3.94m (13'0" x 12'11") -
Bathroom - 1.83m x 1.83m (6'0" x 6'0") -
Kitchen - 5.52m x 3.39m (18'1" x 11'1") -
Dining Room - 3.38m x 3.35m (11'1" x 11'0") -
Bedroom One - 3.40m x 2.74m (11'2" x 9'0") -
Bedroom Two - 3.66m x 3.02m (12'0" x 9'11") -
Wc - 1.52m x 0.91m (5'0" x 3'0") -
Council Tax Band E- £3,334.75 Per Annum -
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- E
- Date Posted
- 2026-06-24
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,854 Homes with Land listings in South East England (1+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
Based on UK Energy Performance Certificate standards (EU Directive 2002/91/EC)
Running costs are one side. Planning activity, flood history and ground risks for this location are in the full report.
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
- Mains, Solar Panels
- Water
- Mains
- Heating
- Electric Heating
- Broadband
- Fibre (FTTC)
- Sewerage
- Septic Tank / Private
Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Private Rights of Way
- Ask Agent
- Listed Property
- Ask Agent
- Restrictions
- Yes
Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
- Ask Agent
- Parking
- Garage, Driveway, Off-Street Parking
- Garden
- Garden
Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
24 Mbps
Standard (10-30 Mbps)
Suitable for
- Web & social
- Music streaming
- Standard video calls
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Blackboys Church of England Primary School1.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 139
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- St Mark's Church of England Primary School1.6 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 58
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Five Ashes CofE Primary School2.3 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 53
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School2.4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 379
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Framfield Church of England Primary School2.6 milesOfsted: Requires improvement *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 85
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Uckfield College3.8 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,671
- Type
- Community school
- Heathfield Community College3.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,416
- Type
- Community school
- Beacon Academy5.6 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,642
- Type
- Academy converter
- King's Academy Ringmer7.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 659
- Type
- Academy converter
- Hailsham Academy8 milesOfsted: Inadequate
- Ages
- 2 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,577
- Type
- Academy converter
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
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Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
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Rivers and the sea
Surface water
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- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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