STUNNING FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED FAMILY HOME.

ANOTHER SALE AGREED BY BRAND VAUGHAN PRESTON PARK OFFICE.

RARELY AVAILABLE.

LARGE LEVEL REAR GARDEN.

INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.


With leafy views which sweep to the sea this sunny, 1930’s four bedroom detached house has been transformed into a luxury contemporary home with an extensive, landscaped garden at the back and a garage and off street parking for several cars at the front. Inside light and spacious rooms balance a sophisticated, social lifestyle with the practical needs of a family. 4 minutes’ drive from Preston Park Station’s direct trains to London via Gatwick and good primary and secondary schools, and a pleasant walk from the amenities of Fiveways ‘village’, the ground floor has been beautifully extended to create an elegant reception ideal for entertaining whilst a stylish kitchen/dining/family room folds open to the private garden with different zones to explore. Family life is made easy as there are also a playroom, a cloakroom, a utility room and a home office on this level. Upstairs, the family bathroom has a high end finish and all the bedrooms are doubles, including a quiet principal suite with a walk in closet and chic shower room.

In an exclusive location on the cusp of Preston Park and Fiveways, both given a top spot in the Sunday Times Best Places to Live Guide, this prestigious leafy road is well-connected with bus routes nearby and it is between, but out of hearing of the Ditchling and London Roads, which both connect you to the countryside and A23/A27 for the Amex Stadium, universities and M23, or take you straight to the centre of the city and its beaches within minutes.

Style Detached house, 1930’s, extended and improved
Type 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en-suite) + cloakroom, reception, kitchen/dining/family room, playroom, home office, utility
Area Surrenden
Floor Area 2313.70 sq.ft.
Outside Space Extensive landscaped gardens at the front and back, lit with power
Parking Garage, off street parking for several cars, electric charging point
Council Tax Band E

Introduction:
Lined with prosperous detached homes, this sought after, leafy road with its wide acres of protected grass verges is in one of the most exclusive areas of the city which has a good sense of community, too. Built in the 1930’s with traditional Sussex hung tiles on rounded bays and a sheltering porch, sensitive improvements include energy efficient windows, a smart heating/fire alarm system, seamless extensions and stunning landscaping in the gardens which at the front deliver an inviting pedestrian approach, off street parking for three cars in front of the garage, and a charger for electric cars.

The Entrance Hall, Cloakroom and Utility Room
Inside, the design- led interior starts in a bright hall of dual aspect with engineered oak flooring underfoot, under stair cupboards provide space for coats and boots and a utility room, with access to the garden and beautiful granite surfaces. Next door to it, the subtle attention to detail that you will discover throughout this home continues in the guest cloakroom.

The Reception, Kitchen/Dining/Family Room, Playroom and Home Office
Of generous proportions, the elegant reception is ideal for entertaining or for family time with plenty of space to enjoy. Sunlight streams through the front bay which almost fills the south wall, and a restful retreat with a sophisticated finish there is a cast iron wood burning stove within the limestone fireplace, and the custom made plantation shutters will stay.

Designed for everyday but also perfect for parties, the kitchen dining area is on trend with sophisticated storage, beautiful granite surfaces and twin Velux in the vaulted roofline, picture windows and bi-folding doors to bring the outside in. Skilfully remodelled, there is a generous area for a large dining table with rare seclusion to appreciate a garden which is not overlooked. There is a sociable central island which has power for appliances, an integrated dishwasher, and the steel Falcon multi-fuel range and ice dispensing Samsung fridge/freezer could both stay, subject to circumstance and negotiation.

Set back from the main space there is a comfortable family snug area with panelling painted in the subtle tones of Farrow & Ball just by the playroom, which is another private and practical family friendly space with an oak floor which would also be a great place for teens to entertain. Tucked away to one side, a home office has inspiring, leafy views across the grounds.

The Garden
Child and pet secure, the garden is a private oasis far larger than many this close to the city. Designed for both sun and shade a lit, stone paved terrace is level with the house where a dining area offers breakfast in the sun, respite from the heat in high summer whilst a seating area has the sun after work, and both have access to power and a water source. Shallow, central stairs lead up to a large lawn made private by mature trees and shrubs planted for all year interest – but which is also easy to look after so you have time to sit in it. Surrounded by gardens it is surprisingly tranquil, and at the far end, there is a children’s play area with a secret fairy woodland to explore, and the trampoline, summer house and timber swing set are all up for discussion.

Three First Floor Family Bedrooms and Luxury Bathroom
At the top of the stairs, the first of the double bedrooms is ideal for guests with pretty, painted panelling to acknowledge the heritage of the house, and it looks over the leafy valley to the sea. Next door, the second double room is big and bright with a period fireplace, and it makes the most of its elevated position to enjoy a verdant vista which sweeps to the sea by day and a distant glitter of the city by night. At the heart of this floor, the third family room has twin Velux to the east as well as a little den to find and across the hallway, the luxury bathroom has a contemporary finish and room for both a bath with a shower attachment and a separate walk in shower with a dual head system. The Velux in the vaulted ceiling is electric and closes automatically if it senses rain, there’s a shaving/toothbrush point and a heated rail for towels.

The Principal Suite:
Private at the back of the house, the principal suite is a quiet sanctuary with a large window to frame a picture perfect view of the garden. A walk in closet with natural light provides all the storage you could dream of, although there are also twin cupboards providing organised storage, and the shower room is a classic which will stand the test of time, ready to restore you to your former glory with a dual head shower and high end fittings.

Agent says:
“Making the most of its elevated setting with open views from almost every room, this luxurious but family friendly home is on an exceptionally large plot with popular primary schools and secondary schools within walking distance, and swift access to the city, the station, the National Park and the sea.”

What’s around you:
Shops: 2 mins drive to Fiveways and 4 to Sainsbury’s at Preston Village
Train Station: Preston Park Station 4 minutes by cab, about 25 on foot downhill!
Seafront or Park: Hollingbury Park with woodland walks, playground and tennis courts 5 mins walk, Withdean Park 2 mins by car, Preston Park 4, sea about 10 mins
Closest schools:
Primary: Balfour, The Downs Infant School, The Downs Junior School
Secondary: Varndean, Dorothy Stringer
6th form: Varndean, BHASVIC, MET
Private: Brighton College, Brighton & Hove High, Windlesham, Lancing Prep, Lancing (all have buses)

This prestigious location between Preston Park Village and the al fresco lifestyle of Fiveways – both given top spots by the Sunday Times Best Places to Live Guide - is just a short walk from the countryside walks of Hollingbury Park and Woods and only a short drive from the 63 acres of Preston Park which has football pitches, basketball courts, tennis courts, cycle velodrome, café and open spaces hosting arts events during our festivals. Both the beach and the South Downs National Park are quick to get to and you have the best of all worlds with the vibrant arts venues, international restaurants and famous shopping of the city all easy to reach, as well as good local primary and secondary schools within a 4 minute radius. For those who need rapid and regular access to Gatwick, London or Lewes, Preston Park Station is 4 minutes by cab and there’s swift access to the A23/A27.