Orchard Lane, Hassocks, BN6
For Sale - £240,000
Arington are pleased to offer this top (second) floor one-bedroom apartment, forming part of an exclusive development, with the property itself set within a private block of just six apartments, constructed in 2009 and benefiting from a secure door entry system.
Positioned to enjoy a south-facing aspect, the property benefits from a private balcony with far-reaching views across the South Downs. The open-plan living area is particularly light and airy, featuring French doors opening directly onto the balcony, along with additional east-facing windows that allow natural light to flow through the space from morning onwards.
Internally, the apartment is well arranged, comprising an entrance hall, a double bedroom with fitted wardrobes, and a bathroom situated centrally within the apartment with a bath and shower over.
Off the bathroom is a separate utility room, providing space and plumbing for a washing machine, along with housing the hot water tank.
The open-plan kitchen, living, and dining area offers a bright and versatile space, with a fitted kitchen including an oven, hob, extractor, and undercounter fridge, along with wrap-around kitchen units and a breakfast bar. This space is further enhanced by a useful storage cupboard off the living area — ideal for keeping the space clean and uncluttered. Electric underfloor heating runs throughout the apartment, with individual thermostatic controls to each room, allowing for efficient and tailored comfort.
Externally, the property includes an allocated parking space, a bin store, and a bike store, along with access to attractive communal gardens, with lawns, mature planting, and areas of woodland surrounding the building, creating a quiet and established setting.
Further benefits include double glazing throughout, along with electric heating and hot water. Council Tax Band: B. EPC Rating: C.
Situated in the heart of Hassocks, the property enjoys an exceptionally convenient position, with a strong sense of community and excellent local amenities close by.
Adastra Park is just moments away, offering open green space, recreational facilities, and Adastra Hall, which hosts a variety of community events and activities throughout the year, contributing to the village’s vibrant atmosphere.
The shops are located almost directly opposite the property, with Hassocks High Street just beyond, providing a wider selection of cafés, independent retailers, and everyday services.
For commuters, Hassocks mainline station is approximately a 7-minute walk away, offering direct services to both London and Brighton, making this an ideal location for those seeking village living with excellent transport links.
| Internal | Door entry phone system with mobile phone connectivity. | |||
| Communal Entrance Hallway | Door to... | |||
| Hallway | Underfloor heating room controller. Underfloor heating room controller for the bathroom. Underfloor heating main controller. Doors to... | |||
| Kitchen / Living Room | 19'0" max x 16'9" max (5.79m max x 5.11m max) An open plan kitchen / living / dining room highlighted with wood effect flooring to the kitchen area with a range of wall units with fitted microwave and under unit lighting and floor units with fitted undercounter fridge / freezer and stone effect worktops wrapping round into a breakfast bar and with inset four point electric hob with oven under and extractor over and single sink. Extractor fan. Under floor heating room controller. Cupboard with light housing the fuse board, electric meter and telephone point. Windows facing East. French doors facing South with windows either side facing East and West open to... | |||
| Balcony | 6'8" x 2'7" (2.03m x 0.79m) A South facing balcony with space for a table and chairs and far reaching views of the South Downs. | |||
| Bathroom | 9'10" max x 8'9" max (3.00m max x 2.67m max) Fitted with a white suite comprising of a panelled bath with glass shower screen and shower over with rain shower head, wall hung vanity unit with mirror over and under low level night lighting and wall hung basin. Tiled floor. Part tiled walls. Heated towel radiator. Opaque window. Extractor fan. Door to... | |||
| Utility room | 5'4" x 4'1" (1.63m x 1.24m) Megaflow hot water tank with hot water controller. Space and plumbing for a washing machine. | |||
| Bedroom | 12'5" max x 10'3" max (3.78m max x 3.12m max) Fitted wardrobes with sliding opaque doors and a range of hanging rails, drawers and shelves. Underfloor heating room controller. Window facing North. | |||
| External | | |||
| Allocated Parking Space | | |||
| Communal Gardens | Landscaped communal gardens wrap around the apartment block with paths meandering through areas of lawn and woodland with established borders and hedging.
| |||
| Other | Tenure: Leasehold
Lease: Lease: 125 years from 1st July 2009.
Ground Rent: £452.67 for the period 1st July 2025 to 30th June 2026, with a ground rent review of the 30th July 2021 and each successive period of 15 years from the 30th July 2009.
Service Charge: £1,529.77 for the period 1st January 2026 to 30th June 2026. This would equate to £3,059.54 per annum.
Covenants: Covenants may apply to this property. Please speak to the agent for more information.
Easements: Easements may apply to this property. Please speak to the agent for more information.
Public rights of way: None
Listed property: No
Parking: Allocated parking space
Council Tax: Mid Sussex District Council. Council Tax Band: B. For the council tax year 2026 to 2027 the council tax amounts to £1,914.61. Discounts may be available, such as where a single occupant or the property is occupied by students. For more information visit: https://www.midsussex.gov.uk/
Council Improvement indicator: No
Heating: Electric underfloor heating
Electricity: Mains
Water: Mains
Sewage: Mains
Windows: Double glazed
Broadband: To check broadband and mobile phone coverage please visit Ofcom here ofcom.org.uk/phones-telecoms-and-internet/advice-for-consumers/advice/ofcom-checker
All interested parties should consult the Mid Sussex District Council Planning Application Register for information on any nearby planning permissions. Postcode: BN6 8QF
Radon gas: We have not undertaken any investigation into the presence of radon at the property. Prospective purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries and carry out any necessary due diligence. Further information can be obtained by visiting: www.ukradon.org.
Asbestos: Asbestos was commonly used in properties built or refurbished prior to 2000, with some types banned in the mid-1980s and a full ban introduced in 1999. It may be present in areas such as garage roofs, textured coatings (Artex), soffits, floor tiles, insulation, and pipework. We have not carried out any investigation, and interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries and obtain specialist advice if required. Further information is available from the Health and Safety Executive at www.hse.gov.uk.
For UK and local crime statistics see: https://crimerate.co.uk/
Where a title plan image is included within the marketing. The title plan shows the general position, not the exact line, of the boundaries. It may be subject to distortions in scale. Measurements scaled from the plan may not match measurements between the same points on the ground.
These particulars, any photographs, any Video Tour and all marketing material is issued for guidance purposes only. They are prepared and issued in good faith and are intended to give a fair summary of the property. Any description or information given should not be relied upon as a statement or representation of fact. Photographs and video tours show only certain parts of the property at the time they were taken. Any areas, measurements or distances given are only approximate. We believe the information to be correct at the time of marketing. Interested parties must satisfy themselves by inspection as to these and other relevant details.
Arington are marketing the property on behalf of the property owner.
CCTV/Recording Devices: Please be aware that the property may be fitted with CCTV, video doorbells, or other recording devices, which may be in operation during viewings. By attending the property, interested parties consent to being recorded.
Should a purchaser have an offer accepted on a property marketed by Arington, in order to meet our legal obligations and comply Anti Money Laundering Regulations, the buyer(s) and any associated gifted deposit provider will be required to undergo identity checks. Arington use an online service provider. The cost of the check is £54 Inc Vat per buyer and £30 per gifted deposit provider, payable directly to the online service provider. This charge is non-refundable under any circumstances. |
Map View
Street View
Floorplan
IMPORTANT NOTICE
Descriptions of the property are subjective and are used in good faith as an opinion and NOT as a statement of fact. Please make further specific enquires to ensure that our descriptions are likely to match any expectations you may have of the property. We have not tested any services, systems or appliances at this property. We strongly recommend that all the information we provide be verified by you on inspection, and by your Surveyor and Conveyancer.
