8 bedroom detached house for sale

A sizable country residence set in a gloriously tranquil position with the South Downs as a backdrop featuring a large annexe, leisure complex, outbuildings, all set in approximately 4.33 acres of glorious private landscaped gardens and grounds

Ditchling, with its beautiful views of the South Downs, is a historic village playing host to a selection of local shops, cafés, a church, and two public houses including The Bull, an award-winning gastro pub. The larger village of Hassocks, with its mainline train station, is a short drive away and provides regular rail services to London and a more comprehensive array of shops. The local area benefits from a range of revered state and private schools for all ages.

Lying at the foot of the South Downs in a tranquil and private location, this sizable property with a range of outbuildings sits centrally within its private gardens and grounds of approximately 4.33 acres. The house arranged over 3 floors has grown over the years and benefits from 4 sizable reception rooms and a lovely light conservatory. The large kitchen/breakfast room has been re fitted in recent years with the addition of a large centre island unit and a range of wall and base units all with granite work surfaces. There is a useful utility room housing a range of integrated appliances. 5 bedrooms are serviced by 3 bathrooms arranged over the first and second floor. Of particular note is the principal bedroom suite with south facing balcony and large en-suite bathroom with separate shower. Within the wonderfully landscaped gardens and grounds lies a large 3 bedroom annexe perfect for guest accommodation. Next to this is a walled outdoor heated pool and substantial pool house complete with kitchenette, shower and changing facilities along with reception areas. Access is via a set of wrought iron gates to the sweeping driveway providing ample parking and access to the attached triple garage. Beautifully maintained gardens surround the property on all sides. Various patios and terraces adjoin the property on the south side flanked by a substantial koi pond with views over the gloriously mature gardens, tennis court and the South Downs. Further land to the north includes a full size, well maintained banked football pitch and an area of copse. A selection of workshops and stores provide further storage.

Main House

KITCHEN
Shaker style wall and base units
Granite work surfaces
Inset sink
Fitted ‘Neff’ double oven
Integrated ‘Neff’ dishwasher
Integrated fridge freezer
Integrated wine fridge
Centre island unit
Inset ‘Neff’ induction hob
Travertine tiled floor

BATHROOOMS
Principal Bedroom En-Suite Bathroom
Large inset jacuzzi bath
Fully tiled shower cubicle with wall mounted shower and glazed door
Low level w.c. suite with concealed cistern
Vanity bar with twin inset wash hand basins

First Floor Family Bathroom
Panelled bath
Fully tiled shower cubicle with wall mounted shower and glazed doors
Low level w.c. suite
Inset wash hand basin

Second Floor Shower Room
Corner shower cubicle with wall mounted shower and glazed doors
Low level w.c. suite
Inset wash hand basin
Heated ladder style towel radiator

Annexe
‘6 Jays’ is a sizable self contained annexe within the grounds and offers further guest, au pair or multi-generational accommodation.

KITCHEN
Shaker style wall and base units
Inset stainless steel sink
4 ring ‘Lamona’ electric hob
Space for fridge freezer
Space for washing machine

BATHROOOM
Panelled bath
Large walk in shower with wall mounted shower and glazed screen
Low level w.c. suite
Wash hand basin
Heated ladder style towel radiator

Pool House
The pool house surrounds the outdoor pool on 2 sides comprising of 2 large reception rooms, kitchenette, changing and shower facilities.

KITCHENETTE
Shaker style wall and base units
Inset sink and drainer
Integrated fridge

SHOWER ROOM
Fully tiled walk in shower
Low level w.c. suite
Pedestal wash hand basin
Tiled floor

RECEPTION ROOMS
Games room
Pool room
Family room

SPECIFICATION
Private drainage
3 bedroom annexe with attached triple garage
Walled outdoor heated pool complex with kitchenette and comprehensive recreation and changing facilities.
Outdoor hardcourt tennis court
External workshop and stores
Electric wrought iron gated entrance
Sweeping driveway with ample parking
Landscaped gardens and grounds of approximately 4.33 acres

EXTERNAL
The property is approached via ornate wrought iron gates over a sweeping driveway providing parking for several cars and access to the attached triple garage/annexe. A selection of terrace and patio areas adjoin the house with formal lawns continuing to the south interspersed by mature trees and established shrub beds. To the eastern side of the lawns is a fenced hardcourt tennis court lying behind the pool complex. The pool complex boasts an enclosed outdoor heated swimming pool along with changing and shower facilities. Steps down from the driveway on the north side of the property lead to a banked full size football pitch and copse area skirting the northern boundary.  

 

Tenure: Freehold