Fern Cottage, Three Cups, East Sussex, TN21
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Bathrooms
- 2
Key Features
- Annexe/Airbnb potential
- Period cottage with plenty of character
- Rural location
- Off road parking for multiple vehicles
- South facing garden & principal bedroom
- Views of the South Downs
- Village primary school nearby
Description
This beautifully presented two/three bedroom semi-detached cottage dates back to the late 1800's and boasts plenty of character and charm, combining the original two-bedroom cottage with a barn conversion. The property has annexe potential for multi-generational living or as an Airbnb (subject to PP). One of three wells in the area is within the property's boundary, which 'Three Cups' is named after.
The impressive lounge is situated in the converted barn portion of the property, which is linked to the original cottage via an entrance hall. It features a high, vaulted ceiling, double doors that open to the garden, and a large wood-burning stove. A mezzanine level can serve as a third bedroom or home office. A kitchenette behind the lounge and a downstairs shower room with a large walk-in shower provide annexe or Airbnb potential (subject to PP), ideal for multi-generational living. Following the entrance hall into the original cottage, there is a versatile reception hall, off which is the downstairs w.c., and kitchen/diner. Double doors open onto the kitchen/diner at the front of the property with a south-facing aspect. There are plenty of storage units with wooden worktops and an inset sink unit, an LPG gas hob, integrated electric oven, and space for both a washing machine and a dishwasher.
Bedroom one is a large double with a partially vaulted ceiling containing Velux windows and a Juliet balcony with partial views of the South Downs in the distance, as well as a leafy outlook. The second bedroom is at the front of the property and features a decorative fireplace with ample space for wardrobes and additional furniture. Both bedrooms have access to the Jack-and-Jill bathroom, which comprises a large shower and a clawfoot bath with a handheld shower attachment, a pedestal wash basin, w.c., and a towel rail. There is also potential for a loft conversion (subject to PP).
The garden has a south-facing aspect, with a large sandstone patio abutting the property, spanning the width of the plot, making it an ideal entertaining space. Steps lead down to a generous lawn and a large garden shed. At the front of the property, there is off road parking for three or four vehicles, with enough space for cars and a motorhome.
Oil-fired central heating. Mains drainage. Council tax band: E
Situation: Three Cups is a small hamlet, linked with Rushlake Green, just 1.6 miles away with a village store/post office, pub and a busy social calendar. The large & historic town of Battle is approx 8 miles and has a very good range of shops, a supermarket and main line station with a service to London Bridge, Waterloo and Charing Cross. Heathfield is a smaller market town, approx 4 miles distant, with four supermarkets, a bustling High Street with shops cafés, restaurants and medical amenities. The south coast can be reached in 25 minutes by car. For schooling there are options and good state schools in both Heathfield and Battle but there are also a number of private prep and secondary schools in the area.
Directions: From Heathfield, proceed south on the A265 towards Battle. After approximately 1 mile after Punnetts Town Primary School the property is on the right-hand side before the triangular junction.
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.
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Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- TBC
- Date Posted
- 2026-08-08
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Utilities & 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 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
- Punnetts Town Community Primary and Nursery School1 mileOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 121
- Type
- Community school
- Dallington Church of England Primary School1.6 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 118
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- All Saints' and St Richard's Church of England Primary School2.2 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 86
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Parkside Community Primary School2.8 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 225
- Type
- Community school
- Maynards Green Community Primary School3.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 205
- Type
- Community school
Secondary
- Heathfield Community College2.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,416
- Type
- Community school
- Robertsbridge Community College6.2 milesOfsted: Inadequate
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 644
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Claverham Community College6.8 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,147
- Type
- Community school
- Hailsham Academy7 milesOfsted: Inadequate
- Ages
- 2 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,577
- Type
- Academy converter
- Uplands Academy7.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 699
- 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.
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Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
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