A unique opportunity to purchase a Grade II listed thatched property located in the heart of the idyllic village of Rodmell - with the additional benefit of a two bedroom single storey annexe which could be incorporated in the main house and also a totally separate one bedroom apartment above a double garage. This would ideally suit multi-generational living, additional income generation and working from home - or indeed a combination of all three.

The main property dates back to the 16th century and is of huge historical interest – part of it was a post office and Virginia Woolf, the famous novelist from neighbouring Monks House, used to send drafts of her books to her publishers in London from here. The adjoining wing has been refurbished to an exceptionally high standard and provides a very useful addition for many uses. The wealth of character features throughout the property are evident in all rooms - including exposed beams, latch doors and brick flooring, with most of the rooms being double aspect and overlooking the beautiful garden. The separate garage/apartment provides useful options for a host of purposes - e.g. holiday let, rental income, granny flat, office etc.

Deep Thatch Cottage and its annexes has a large shingle driveway with ample parking, with a mature garden providing a good degree of seclusion – principally arranged as lawn interspersed with mature fruit trees and an attractive holm oak tree. There is a vegetable garden, kitchen garden, numerous roses and two definitive entertaining areas attracting the sun at different times of the day.

• Detached Family Home
• Two bedroom single storey Annexe
• Garage with apartment above
• Beautiful secluded garden
• Wealth of character features
• Superbly presented
• Popular village location
• EPC- N/A

A unique opportunity to purchase a Grade II listed thatched property located in the heart of the idyllic village of Rodmell - with the additional benefit of a two bedroom single storey annexe which could be incorporated in the main house and also a totally separate one bedroom apartment above a double garage. This would ideally suit multi-generational living, additional income generation and working from home - or indeed a combination of all three.

The main property dates back to the 16th century and is of historical interest – part of it was a post office and Virginia Woolf, the famous novelist from neighbouring Monks House, used to send drafts of her books to her publishers in London from here. The adjoining wing has been refurbished to an exceptionally high standard and provides a very useful addition for many uses. The wealth of character features throughout the property are evident in all rooms - including exposed beams, latch doors and brick flooring, with most of the rooms being double aspect and overlooking the beautiful garden. The separate garage/apartment provides useful options for a host of purposes - e.g. holiday let, rental income, granny flat, office etc.

Deep Thatch Cottage and its annexes has a large shingle driveway with ample parking, with a mature garden providing a good degree of seclusion – principally arranged as lawn interspersed with mature fruit trees and an attractive holm oak tree. There is a vegetable garden, kitchen garden, numerous roses and two definitive entertaining areas attracting the sun at different times of the day.

Solid oak front door leading to Entrance Hall with brick flooring, exposed beams throughout, stairs rising to first floor.

Sitting room;

a superb double aspect room with window overlooking the rear garden with quarry tiled sill, window to the front, exposed beams, magnificent Inglenook fireplace with tiled hearth and oak Bressumer with shelf over, wall lights and wood flooring.

Opening to dining room;

a double aspect room with two windows to the side, a casement door leading to the rear garden, brick flooring with exposed beams to the wall and ceiling, wall lights.

Kitchen;

L - shaped kitchen, fitted with a range of shaker style units with a wooden work surface extending to incorporate a Belfast sink with mixer taps over, integrated full size dishwasher, display cabinets with leaded light glass, further display shelving, ample wall and base mounted units, brick flooring, EVERHOT electric range cooker with 3 ovens and a traditional hot plate and induction hob. Tiled splash back set into chimney recess, windows overlooking the rear garden and to the front of the property.

Additional Belfast sink with mixer taps over. Deep shelved cupboard, housing controls for air source heat pump. Wood panelling to the walls, recessed ceiling spotlights, ample deep drawers for storage. Plumbing and space for washing machine and tumble dryer.

Walk-in pantry;

with wooden shelving and brick flooring, latch door.

Archway to breakfast area;

triple aspect room with a large window overlooking the rear garden, wood flooring, double casement doors leading into the garden.

First floor:

Doors to all principal rooms from upstairs Landing; airing cupboard with a sealed hot water cylinder with slatted shelving. Hatch access to loft space

Bedroom 1;

Split-level room with a double aspect overlooking the garden to the rear and the street to the front. Exposed beams, wooden flooring, wall lights and a range of fitted wardrobes with hanging rails and shelving.

Bedroom 2;

window overlooking the rear garden giving a wonderful outlook, exposed beams, wall lights.

Bedroom 3;

window overlooking the rear garden, exposed beams, wood flooring.

Bathroom;

fitted with a period style suite, comprising of a freestanding ball and claw bath, pedestal wash hand basin, bidet and a high level w/c, shower over the bath, exposed beams and wood flooring.

Two-bedroom Annexe;

Stable door leading to

Entrance Hall:
Coat hooks, storage area

Bedroom 1;

a double aspect room with quarry tiled windowsills and central light.

Shower room;

fitted with a modern suite comprising of a large shower cubicle with a glass door. Low level w/c, wash hand basin with vanity unit below set in granite, fully tiled walls and flooring.

Sitting room;

a double aspect room with windows overlooking the front and rear, quarry tiled sills, built-in seating for dining area set in the corner, exposed beams, wood flooring and recessed ceiling lights.

Kitchen/ Breakfast room;

fitted with a superb range of shaker style units with wooden work surface providing a breakfast bar and ample food preparation area. Integrated slim line dishwasher, plumbing and space for washing machine, further wall and base mounted cupboards and deep drawers, space for a slot in cooker with an extractor hood above, part tiled walls, vertical radiator, exposed beams and door to outside.

Door and step up to bedroom 2;

a double aspect room with windows to the front and rear.

Outside;

The rear garden is beautifully arranged and is a very special feature, rose beds and shrub borders with a brick paved patio area and further seating area making the most of afternoon and evening sun. Timber storage shed. The whole garden is bordered by willow fencing and is principally laid to lawn interspersed with fruit trees, raised vegetable garden and rose bed.

To the side of the property is a very large shingle driveway, providing ample parking for several vehicles. Wooden Bin store. Outside lighting. Area of side garden housing the Greenhouse.

Detached two-car double garage with double wooden doors, light and power and steps lead up to:

The loft Apartment:

Wooden balcony overlooking the garden and offering wonderful views over the surrounding Down-land. Glazed doors opening into the apartment.

Wood flooring and Velux window.

Kitchen/dining/ sitting room:

kitchen/dining/ sitting room: Fitted with a range of modern units with a built in AEG electric hob, matching oven and extractor hood over, one and a half bowl sink unit with mixer taps over, ample storage cupboards and space for a fridge/freezer, electric wall mounted heaters.

Door opening to bedroom;

with a fitted wardrobe with a hanging rail and shelving and further small, shelved cupboard, two windows overlooking the garden offering a pleasant outlook.

Door opening to shower room;

fitted with a shower cubicle with an electric shower, low level w/c, pedestal wash hand basin, heated towel rail, part tiled walls and mirror with light over, Velux window.

Air source heat pump unit.

Tenure: Freehold
Council Tax Band: G