Ellenwhorne Lane, Staplecross, Robertsbridge, East Sussex
- Land size
- 33.8 acres
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- AGENT ID: 2292
- DETACHED FIVE BEDROOM EQUESTRIAN PROPERTY (INCLUDING TWO SPACIOUS ATTIC ROOMS)
- PRINCIPAL BEDROOM WITH PRIVATE EN-SUITE
- FAMILY SHOWER ROOM
- KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
- ELEGANT LIVING ROOM WITH IMPRESSIVE INGLENOOK FIREPLACE
- FORMAL DINING ROOM
- STUDY
- UTILITY ROOM
- CLOAKROOM
Description
GUIDE PRICE: £1,385,000-£1,425,000
Nestled within the stunning High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this impressive unlisted detached country home presents an outstanding opportunity to acquire a substantial family residence with exceptional equestrian facilities. Occupying approximately 33.8 acres (TBV) of land and grounds, the property combines character, generous living accommodation, and extensive outdoor space, making it ideal for equestrian enthusiasts, those seeking a rural lifestyle, or buyers looking to create their dream country estate. Offered to the market chain free, the home has also benefited from the installation of a modern air source heat pump and solar panel heating system, providing improved energy efficiency while retaining its period charm.
KEY FEATURES:-
- DETACHED FIVE BEDROOM EQUESTRIAN PROPERTY (INCLUDING TWO SPACIOUS ATTIC ROOMS)
- PRINCIPAL BEDROOM WITH PRIVATE EN-SUITE
- FAMILY SHOWER ROOM
- KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
- ELEGANT LIVING ROOM WITH IMPRESSIVE INGLENOOK FIREPLACE
- FORMAL DINING ROOM
- STUDY
- UTILITY ROOM
- CLOAKROOM
- MODERN AIR SOURCE HEAT PUMP AND SOLAR PANEL HEATING SYSTEM
- USEFUL CELLAR
- LOCATED WITHIN THE HIGH WEALD AREA OF OUTSTANDING NATURAL BEAUTY
OUTBUILDINGS:-
- SEPARATE STAFF DAY ROOM ADJOINING THE BARN
- APPROXIMATELY 33.8 ACRES (TBV) OF LAND AND GROUNDS
- 38 LOOSE HORSE BOXES
- 40M X 21M RIDING ARENA
- EXTENSIVE PADDOCKS WITH SEPARATE ROAD ACCESS
- AMPLE OFF-ROAD PARKING
- OUTSTANDING EQUESTRIAN FACILITIES WITH EXCELLENT PRIVATE OR COMMERCIAL POTENTIAL
A welcoming entrance hall provides access to the principal reception rooms and staircase to the upper floors. The spacious kitchen/breakfast room is a bright and sociable space featuring country-style cabinetry, exposed beams and ample room for family dining, with an adjoining utility room providing additional practicality.
The elegant living room enjoys a wealth of character, highlighted by a magnificent inglenook fireplace, exposed beams and a charming bay window overlooking the grounds. Flowing from here is the formal dining room, which opens onto the garden through French doors and leads to a dedicated study, ideal for those working from home. A vestibule with a wood-burning stove offers an additional reception area and provides access to the cloakroom and outside. The lower ground floor houses a substantial dry cellar offering excellent storage.
On the first floor are three well-proportioned bedrooms, including the principal suite with its own en-suite bathroom, alongside a contemporary family shower room. The second floor provides two further attic bedrooms with excellent head height, creating flexible accommodation for family members or guests.
OUTSIDE: Externally, the property is approached via a private driveway leading to extensive parking. The gardens are predominantly laid to lawn and continue seamlessly into the surrounding paddocks, while the outstanding equestrian complex includes 38 loose boxes, a staff day room adjoining a barn, a professionally sized 21m x 40m riding arena, and extensive grazing land extending to approximately 33.8 acres (TBV), with separate access directly onto the road.
LOCATION: Situated in a peaceful rural lane on the outskirts of Staplecross, the property enjoys the perfect balance of countryside tranquillity and everyday convenience. Local amenities include a village school, public house, church and village hall, while nearby Robertsbridge offers a wider selection of shops, schools and a mainline railway station with direct services to London. More comprehensive shopping, leisure and educational facilities can be found in Battle, Hawkhurst, Hastings and Tunbridge Wells, with excellent transport links making this an ideal location for commuters and families alike.
MATERIAL INFO & SERVICES:- Tenure: Freehold, Mains Electric, Mains Water, Private Drainage: Cesspit, Heating: Air Source Heat Pumps, Wood burner x 2, Broadband: Ultrafast 1800mbps, EPC: E, Council Tax: G
AGENTS COMMENTS: “An equestrian enthusiasts ideal property with spacious detached farm house and over 33 acres of land and grounds”
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- G
- Date Posted
- 2026-07-29
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 8 Equestrian listings in South East England (25+ acres).
Energy Performance Certificate
Energy Efficiency Rating
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Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
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Rights & Restrictions
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Property Features
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- Garden
- Garden
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Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 75% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
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Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Staplecross Methodist Primary School1.1 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 88
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Methodist
- Sedlescombe Church of England Primary School2.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 199
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Brede Primary School2.4 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 97
- Type
- Community school
- Bodiam Church of England Primary School2.9 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 85
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Northiam Church of England Primary School and Nursery3 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 159
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Robertsbridge Community College4.2 milesOfsted: Inadequate
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 644
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Claverham Community College4.9 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,147
- Type
- Community school
- Ark Alexandra Academy6 milesOfsted report card · Jun 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,315
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Faith
- Church of England
- Mulberry Academy Hastings6.4 milesOfsted report card · Jan 2026
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 833
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Mulberry Academy St Leonards7.4 milesOfsted: Inadequate *
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
* 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
Green space
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Getting Around
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Flood Risk
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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)
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