Jack FullersOxley Green | Brightling | Robertsbridge | East Sussex | TN32 5HD

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* These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.

Seller InsightNamed after the 18th century politician and ‘great English eccentric’ Jack Fuller, this former coaching inn enjoys a picturesque setting within the glorious East Sussex countryside. The property was purchased by the current owner a little over eleven years ago, and has since been

beautifully and very thoughtfully renovated throughout. “Jack Fuller, as well as being Squire of Brightling, a philanthropist and politician, was also an enthusiastic builder of follies,” says Richard, “and when he requested permission to build a his very own tomb – in the shape of a pyramid – in the churchyard at Brightling, it was granted with the proviso that he move the village pub. So he did just that, and it was relocated to the charming hamelt of Oxley’s Green. I’ve been aware of the pub’s existence for many years, and somewhat disheartened to see it fall into a severe state of disrepair, so when it came up for sale in 2006 I jumped at the chance to buy it and sympathetically transform it into a really lovely home.”

“The pub had lain empty for a good few years before I purchased it and unfortunately, during that time much of the interior including the lovely original features had been stripped out. What I’ve tried to do is convert it into a really beautiful family home, but one that retains all of its wonderful character and charm. So I’ve reinstated period features, added new oak flooring, stripped the lovely old beams and installed a really nice kitchen and bathrooms that although very up to date, don’t look out of place in this beautiful old building. It still has a bit of a pub feel and the layout is much as it would have been – particularly in the main living area, which is very open plan – but each section is zoned so there’s a nice degree of separation. It’s a large, very comfortable and good looking family home and I’m extremely pleased with what I’ve achieved.”

“What was once the pub car park has been totally grassed over, so the garden is now a very generous size; in fact it would be entirely possible to section it off if one wanted to keep a horse here,” continues Richard. “It backs onto open farmland, so it’s completely private, and because there’s very little passing traffic it’s also a very peaceful space and the views are breathtaking.”

“The house is stunning, but my favourite part is probably the adjoining coach house,” says Richard. “We have often used it for musical events and it’s also a great space for family and friend functions. It has the most beautiful vaulted ceiling, a minstrels’ gallery and a lovely big fireplace. I’d say that the possibilities for its use are endless.”

“Oxley’s Green is a lovely little hamlet of just six houses, and we all get on extremely well,” says Richard. “Then just under a mile up the road is Brightling, which is a thriving village with lots going on. And even though the house sits in this beautiful rural setting, the transport links are actually very good, so it’s relatively easy to get just about anywhere.”*

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This stunning property has been known by many names over the years, including The Fullers Arms and more recently Jack Fuller’s pub and restaurant. Local history tells the tale that landowner John ‘Mad Jack’ Fuller had to move the local pub away from the village churchyard in order that he could gain permission to build his pyramid style mausoleum. The pub at that time was known as The Green Man and it was moved to the new site and became the building that stands today.

Converted from a public house and restaurant in 2006, the house has been lovingly restored and transformed by the current owners into a spacious family home. The front elevations are of mellow sandstone, with some exposed sandstone feature walls inside, while the later rear elevations are of red and grey brick. Attached is the former coach house, which is currently used as an annexe to the main house and provides garaging and is sometimes used as a music room. This space houses the most amazing inglenook fireplace with wood burner, a minstrels’ gallery and a superb vaulted beamed ceiling. Another feature is the set of half moon ‘Lunette’ windows to the front. This building provides the potential to convert into a self contained annex or holiday let, subject to the necessary planning and listed building consents being obtained.

The main house still retains some original features and the reception rooms are arranged as a large, almost open plan, area with feature sandstone walls, red brick pillars and with the polished wooden bar still in place. There are wonderful open inglenook fireplaces and lovely mellow coloured beamed ceilings throughout the downstairs area. The kitchen is fitted with bespoke oak units with a central island, and leads to a large utility room off to one side. Also on the ground floor is the former toilet block, a set of three rooms which potentially could be altered to become a gym or playroom.

Upstairs there are five good sized bedrooms to the first floor, with the master bedroom having an en-suite shower room and lovely views over the countryside. As well as having two existing attic bedrooms on the second floor, there is also the possibility of converting the other loft space into more accommodation, should it be required and subject to gaining consents.

Outside, the grounds are approximately 2/3rds of an acre in size, with mature trees and shrubs, a lovely large raised terrace, good size vegetable plots, two lawns and access to the garage and workshop.

The location is sought after, being close to both the hamlet of Brightling and to Robertsbridge village, with both being designated as lying within an area of outstanding natural beauty. Robertsbridge has a variety of local facilities including an outstanding bakery and also boasts a mainline train station with services to London and the South Coast. The major town of Tunbridge Wells is around sixteen miles away, and the coastal town of Hastings is around twelve miles away, both being accessed by the A21.

There are a selection of very good schools in Robertsbridge, namely Salehurst Primary and Robertsbridge Community College, and further afield are the excellent private schools of Claremont, Vinehall and Battle Abbey.

THE HOUSE

ENTRANCE Multi paned front door leads into the open plan reception rooms.

SITTING ROOM Multi paned bay window to front. Feature mellow sandstone wall to the front. Lovely large Inglenook fireplace with feature polished wooden bresummer beam over, and a brick surround and hearth. Cast iron wood burning stove. Built in cupboard to one side of the fireplace. Door leading through to the old toilet block. Large open archway with divide leading through to the kitchen. Beamed ceiling. Carpeted.

MUSIC ROOM/ FAMILY ROOM Multi paned bay window to the front and further window to the side. Mellow sandstone finish to the front wall. Fitted former bar with polished wooden worktop and feature brick pillars. Open chimney breast finished in red brick with cast iron grate and slate hearth. Built in wooden display cabinet and shelving. Beamed ceiling. Door leading out to the coach house lobby. Central staircase to the first floor. Carpeted.

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LOBBY Wooden doors to both front and rear. Connecting door to the coach house. Tiled flooring. Door leading to the cloakroom.

CLOAKROOM Window to the rear. W.C. and wash hand basin. Tiled flooring.

DINING ROOM French doors open out onto the terrace. Multi paned window to the rear. Feature fireplace with wooden surround and inset cast iron fire. Return section of the original pub bar with a range of fitted cupboards under and a lovely polished wooden top. Feature brick base. Beamed ceiling. Open framework to the breakfast area. Carpeted.

BREAKFAST AREA Multi paned window to the rear. Fitted bookcase. Further fitted cupboards under the original bar. Central brick pillar and beams open to the kitchen. Hatch to the cellar. Beamed ceiling. Oak wooden flooring.

KITCHEN Multi paned window overlooking the rear garden. Range of fitted bespoke oak units with matching butchers block tops and matching granite tops. Inset deep butler sink. Central island unit with range of cupboards under and oak

block top. Feature fireplace with bresummer beam over, now houses the range cooker and matching units either side. Open framework to the sitting room. Beamed ceiling. Wooden flooring. Door to the utility room.

UTILITY ROOM Wooden stable door to the rear. Multi paned window to the rear. Range of fitted units with inset sink. Space for washing machines and tumble dryers, plus extra space for fridges and freezers. Fitted pantry cupboard. Tiled flooring.

ORIGINAL TOILET BLOCK Inner hallway leading to three separate toilet areas. Ideal for conversion into a gym or playroom subject to the necessary planning being obtained. Access to loft space.

CELLAR Accessed from the kitchen and from outside. Three areas within – one formerly the beer store, one formerly the wine store, plus a workshop area. Power and lighting.

LANDING Window to the front. Access to bedrooms and inner hallway. Carpeted.

BEDROOM 3 Multi paned window to the front. Fitted wash hand basin to one corner. Beamed ceiling. Carpeted.

BATHROOM Multi paned window to rear. Fitted suite comprising bath with Victorian style mixer tap and shower head. W.C. Wash hand basin. Tiled splash backs and tiled flooring.

BEDROOM 4 Multi paned window to the front. Fitted cupboard.Wash hand basin fitted to one corner. Beamed ceiling. Carpeted.

INNER HALL Feature exposed sandstone wall. Study area. Fitted airing cupboard. Access to loft space to the rear of the house. Door leading to the stairs to the second floor bedrooms. Carpeted.

MASTER BEDROOM Fitted sash windows overlook the rear garden and the views beyond. Feature exposed sandstone wall. Fitted feature fireplace with cast iron back and slate hearth. Fitted cupboard. Carpeted. Door to en-suite.

ENSUITE Window to the rear. Double shower cubicle with power shower. Victorian style high level W.C. Vanity wash hand basin set in a stand with cupboards under. Part tiled walls and flooring.

BEDROOM 5 Sash window to the rear. Fitted cupboard and fitted shelving. Carpeted.

BEDROOM 2 Sash window to the rear. Range of wall to wall fitted wardrobes and cupboard housing the boilers and tank. Built in shower cubicle to one corner in the alcove with power shower. Carpeted.

LANDING Small second floor landing leading to the attic bedrooms. Carpeted.

ATTIC BEDROOM 1 Window to the side. Beamed ceiling and walls. Carpeted.

ATTIC BEDROOM 2 Window to the side. Beamed ceiling and walls. Carpeted.

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THE COACH HOUSE

RECEPTION ROOM Coaching style doors to the front providing access. Feature half moon style ‘Lunette’ windows to the front. Large open plan area with high vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, and drop lighting. Feature inglenook fireplace with polished wooden bresumer beam, brick surround and cast iron wood burner. Storage heaters. Further windows and folding patio doors open out onto the terrace. Fitted minstrels’ gallery with beautiful turned wooden spindles. Solid wooden flooring. Door to cloakroom and door to lobby. Doors at the front also provide vehicular access as garaging.

CLOAKROOM Window to the rear. W.C. Wash hand basin. Tiled flooring.

OUTSIDE

GARAGE Wooden garage with opening door to the front.

WORKSHOP Attached to the garage with power and light.

REAR GARDEN Large terrace spanning the whole length of the house with steps leading down to the lawn and down to the rear courtyard. Brick built barbecue and outside cooking area. Fenced area providing screening for the LPG tanks. New fencing to the front perimeter and hedged rear perimeter. Selection of mature shrubs, plants and trees, including fruit trees. Pathway to the former pub car park, which is now another area of garden with raised vegetable beds, outside shed and fenced off enclosure containing sewage access. Additional vehicular access at the front with a five bar gate.

FRONT GARDEN Open plan with walled perimeter and flower beds. Pathway to the front door. Fenced area to the front of the coach house.

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Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright © 2017 Fine & Country Ltd. Company Reg No. 06959315 Registered Office: Morgan Alexander Kent Ltd (formerly Fine & Country Kent Ltd.) 36 King Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1BS. Printed 27.10.2017

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