Isenhurst, Cross in Hand, Heathfield, East Sussex, TN21
- Land size
- 4.43 acres
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3
Key Features
- Local Agent - Freeman Forman
- Millwood Designer home in a lovely setting in a tucked away private position within an exclusive estate
- First time on the market since new
- Well presented light and spacious family house with adaptable accommodation
- South facing aspect with extensive grounds including garden and woodland
- Conveniently located approximately 13 miles south of Tunbridge Wells and 2.5 miles from the market town of Heathfield
- Buxted mainline station approximately 5.1 miles with commuter services to London Bridge
- Rugby, tennis and health clubs in Cross in Hand
Description
Freeman Forman are proud to present this wonderful property, tucked away within an exclusive private estate. Dorneywood is a spacious Millwood Designer home. The property is beautifully positioned on a south facing plot within extensive grounds which form an impressive backdrop.
The property is well-presented and offers adaptable living space comprising a light-filled reception hall, a sitting room featuring a wood burning stove, a dining room opening out to the garden, a study, a kitchen/breakfast room and a sun room with a lovely garden outlook. Five good-sized bedrooms, three bath/shower rooms and a spacious cinema/leisure room on the second floor complete the accommodation.
The Grounds
Of particular note is the lovely setting within approximately 4.43 acres of park-like gardens and mature woodland creating a wonderful feeling of seclusion and space for entertaining. To the front is a gated entrance opening into a large driveway with parking for several cars and a detached triple garage.
Location
Dorneywood enjoys a secluded, yet convenient, semi-rural position within a private estate at the end of an impressive long driveway from Meres Lane, about 13 miles south of Tunbridge Wells.
The market town of Heathfield (2.5 miles) offers a choice of supermarkets including a Waitrose, Sainsbury's and Co-op as well as individual shops and cafes.
The recreation ground at near-by Cross in Hand is the home of a rugby and tennis club and Isenhurst Health Club.
Eastbourne and the coast lie about 18 miles to the south.
State and private schools: Primaries in Heathfield and Five Ashes, preparatory schools include Skippers Hill (Five Ashes) and Holmewood House (Langton
Green). Heathfield Community College and independent senior schools including Mayfield School for Girls, Bedes (Upper Dicker), Tonbridge, Sevenoaks and Eastbourne College.
Square Footage: 3,024 sq ft
Acreage: 4.43 Acres
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Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
- G
- Date Posted
- 2026-01-29
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 1,874 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
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Rights & Restrictions
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
- Parking Available
- 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
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre
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
- Five Ashes CofE Primary School1.2 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 53
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Cross-in-Hand Church of England Primary School1.3 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 379
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Faith
- Church of England
- St Mark's Church of England Primary School2.3 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 5 to 11
- Pupils
- 58
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
- Parkside Community Primary School2.3 milesOfsted report card · Mar 2026
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 225
- Type
- Community school
- All Saints' and St Richard's Church of England Primary School2.6 milesOfsted report card · Apr 2026
- Ages
- 4 to 11
- Pupils
- 86
- Type
- Voluntary aided school
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Heathfield Community College2.5 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,416
- Type
- Community school
- Beacon Academy5.4 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,642
- Type
- Academy converter
- Uckfield College5.6 milesOfsted: Outstanding
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,671
- Type
- Community school
- Uplands Academy7.1 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 11 to 18
- Pupils
- 699
- Type
- Academy converter
- Hailsham Academy8.3 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
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Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
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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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Freeman Forman, Heathfield
The Mews, Station Road, Heathfield Sussex, TN21 8LD
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