Detached house for sale in Caldicott Lane, Lower Dicker, Hailsham, East Sussex BN27

Guide price £1,800,000

main specification: Plot 3: Being just one of only three ultra-modern new build bespoke detached architect designed luxury country residences, that together form a very impressive and unique secluded gated rural development with breath-taking far reaching views over the adjoining Sussex countryside * Now nearing completion (November / December 2023) * An exciting & rare opportunity to purchase a unique & generous sized 2,686 square foot new build, being a 6 bedroomed detached bespoke architect designed ultra-modern eco / highly energy efficient country residence * Enjoying wonderful rural views & set in landscaped gardens and grounds including grazing paddocks in-excess of 2.5 acres * With further option to purchase an additional adjoining 1.5 acres that already has an existing stocked private fishing lake * Property also benefits from two large detached outbuildings, including a separate detached large two storey newly brick built double garage complex, measuring in total approx. 1,240 square feet, with large ancillary room above measuring 620 square feet, which has obvious potential (subject to planning) to convert into a home office / annex or holiday letting unit * Amazing 2,500 square foot additional large detached agricultural / commercial style outbuilding already with existing shower, toilet & kitchen facilities ( considered perfect for storing antique car collections, large plant & machinery etc * Located at the end of a private lane next to protected ancient woodland * Approximately only 20 minutes drive of Lewes town with its mainline train station * also easy driving distance of Polegate, Uckfield, Buxted mainline stations, making this property perfect for London Brighton commuters * Brighton city, Eastbourne & Hailsham towns are also within convenient driving distance.

Property specifications: Plot 3: Bespoke glass entry vestibule * Vast vaulted & open plan reception hall * Large open plan lounge * Large open plan bespoke modern kitchen / breakfast room * Open plan dining room with fabulous views (further outside covered alfresco dining area with amazing views beyond) * Separate utility room / side lobby * Downstairs cloakroom / family shower room * Downstairs bedroom 6 / study * Fabulous oak, glass and chrome staircase with wonderful glazed gallery viewing area * Large landing area with vaulted ceilings * Five further double bedrooms * three luxury ensuites * Main bedroom one having both an ensuite luxury bathroom / shower room & ensuite dressing room, as well as a stunning feature sun terrace / balcony with breath-taking rural views beyond * further luxury family bathroom / shower room * air source heat pump * mvhr systems (mechanical ventilation heat recovery system) * Double glazing * anticipated “A” rated energy performance certification * Underfloor heating downstairs with attractive high quality engineered karndean style with light oak effect herringbone flooring * First floor to have carpeted floors to landings & all bedrooms * Tiled flooring to all bathrooms & shower rooms with electric underfloor heating as well as heated towel rails

• plot 3: New build bespoke architecht designed 2,686 square foot ultra modern detached 6 bedroomed country residence (to be fully completed November / December 2023)

• 10 year new build warranty with energy efficency rating anticipated to be “A” rated including air source heat pump & mvhr systems (mechanical ventilation & heat recovery system)

• amazing rural views

• set within own landscaped gardens & grounds including grazing paddocks of in-excess of 2.5 acres

• A further 1.5 acres of adjoining land with private fishing lake available by further negotiation

• detached barn approx 2,500 sqaure feet already with shower room / cloakroom & kitchen, being perfect for storing antique car collections or large plant machinery etc

• detached new built double garage complex measuring approx 1200 square feet in total & with first floor ancillary room / storage area of circa 600 square feet & considered ideal subject to planning for conversion possibly into A home office, annex or holiday letting unit

• located at the end of A private lane with an electric entry gated system

• sun terrace balcony to main bedroom one suite also with amazing views

• 20 minutes drive of lewes

• convenient driving distance of polegate, uckfield & lewes mainline stations

• A select bespoke development of just 3 unique bespoke new build luxury ultra modern & energy efficent eco architect designed homes in A wonderful semi rural setting with land and views

description: Plot 3: This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to purchase a unique high specification luxurious and substantially sized bespoke architect designed ultra-modern detached 6 double bedroomed country residence, set within its own private gardens and grounds, including grazing paddock totalling in-excess of 2.5 acres, in addition to having the option to purchase an adjoining parcel of land of approximately 1.5 acres including a private fishing lake.

Enjoying fabulous rural views and being located next to ancient woodland at the end of a private lane and then beyond through electrically operated security entry gates, this ultra-modern bespoke architect designed new build detached 6 bedroomed country residence measures on its own approximately 2,686 square feet and is arranged over two floors. Its ultra-modern eco designs, specifically incorporate excellent energy saving efficiencies, as well as including an air source heat pump, a mvhr system (mechanical ventilation & heat recovery system), highly desirable underfloor heating to the entire ground floor, as well as to the first-floor bathrooms and shower rooms. The further energy efficiencies included within this property’s design parameters, are its high specification modern insulation throughout and also the energy saving double-glazed windows.

This specific bespoke new build is the largest one of just three similar styled bespoke ultra-modern eco country residences that are also being built by this successful and market leading artisan developer. It will occupy a secluded and peaceful semi-rural setting, being situated at the end of a private lane, as well as abutting a large protected ancient woodland.

In addition to this property’s generous accommodation and grounds which extend to over 2.5 acres, it also benefits from two detached outbuildings. The first being a large brick newly built 1200 square foot two storey double garage, with a first-floor ancillary room measuring approximately 600 square feet and which clearly has potential, subject to planning, for future conversion into a home office, an annex or even a holiday letting unit.

This property also benefits from a second large detached storage barn / agricultural building measuring approximately 2,500 square feet on just its existing ground floor levels and already has a fitted shower room / cloakroom and a kitchen. As this large building has high vaulted ceilings and very large sliding commercial sized front doors, it is considered ideal for the storage of perhaps a private collection of antique cars, or even other types of large vehicles / plant machinery etc.

The existing accommodation design is generous and specifically embraces the property’s natural light throughout, with a fabulous glazed entrance vestibule and as you proceed further beyond you are met by a fabulous open plan reception hall with fantastic vaulted ceilings, as well as a bespoke glazed and wooden feature staircase with a continuing and matching glazed and oak galleried section above. This continues and throughout downstairs and also includes a cloakroom / shower opposite the large study / bedroom six, a spectacular open plan kitchen / breakfast room / living room, with both an internal open plan dining room and the ability to connect to an amazing outside’s alfresco dining area and entertaining terrace that enjoys the spectacular far reaching rural views beyond the property’s 2.5 acres of grass paddocks.

To the first floor, there are a further five double bedrooms, three of which have luxurious ensuite facilities in addition to a luxury family bathroom / shower room. The main bedroom suite one has a dressing room, a luxury ensuite bathroom / shower room, as well as a large private balcony with spectacular rural views.

Outside, in addition to this property having a large detached brick built two storey double garage measuring 1200 square feet and a further 2,500 square foot storage barn, it also has a large driveway with extensive parking area and optional further electric country styled private entry gate system if required.

Location: Hidden away at the end of a private no through country lane and enjoying a wonderful picturesque aspect over ancient woodland and its own private grounds of in excess of 2.5 acres, as well as views beyond of the adjoining Sussex countryside, this unique and bespoke newly built detached 6 bedroomed country residence, which is to be just one of three unique homes being built at this private and secluded setting, is only approximately a 20-minute drive from the town of Lewes. Perfect for London and Brighton city commuters, with the mainline train stations of Lewes, Berwick, Uckfield and Polegate, all within convenient driving distance.

Although, the town of Lewes may be most people’s first preferred shopping and leisure destination, the closer towns of Uckfield, Hailsham, Heathfield and Eastbourne also offer excellent facilities as well. Including, a number of golf courses, one of which is the East Sussex National, as well as other sporting and leisure opportunities, especially for those keen on equestrian and other country pursuits, with a never-ending network of bridleways in this part of Sussex. There is also sailing at the coast of Eastbourne, as well as it also having numerous theatres and the famous Eastbourne Devonshire Park Lawn Tennis Club.

Depending upon educational requirements, there are numerous and highly respected teaching institutions to choose from, including Eastbourne College, Brighton College, Bede’s, Battle Abbey and Mayfield School for Girls to name but a few.

Accommodation: Approached from the front gravelled driveway and path that leads to an imposing spectacular glazed entrance vestibule / porch.

Entrance porch / vestibule: With door leading into a spectacular reception hall.

Reception hall: With feature part vaulted ceilings, beautiful light oak flooring with underfloor heating, fabulous substantial high-level double-glazed feature windows with aspect to front, fabulous feature oak, glazed and chrome staircase leading off and up the further feature glazed and chrome galleried landing area above, coats cupboard, mvhr system point. Elegant oak door to the downstairs study / bedroom 6, as well as a further door leading off to a downstairs cloakroom / shower room.

Study / bedroom 6: Approached from the reception hall through a modern oak door. A double sized room with attractive light oak coloured floor with underfloor heating, downlighting, mvhr system ceiling point, double glazed window with aspect over the front driveway.

Downstairs cloakroom / shower room: Comprising of a glazed and chrome shower, tiled walls, W.C., feature wash basin with chrome tap and vanity unit, underfloor heating.

Large and impressive extensive sized open plan living design: Comprising of a fabulous bespoke modern kitchen / breakfast room and also a large open plan sitting room / lounge area, as well as a more formal open plan dining area.

On leaving the reception hall you are met through a wide-open plan entrance by a further continuation of the lovely Karndean style engineered oak effect herringbone flooring with underfloor heating and feature lighting, with to the far side of the lounge / sitting room area full height and width bi folding double-glazed doors. Outside is a covered paved sun terrace / alfresco dining area.

The impressive open plan bespoke ultra-modern kitchen / breakfast room with handleless cupboard and base units with quality stone worktops over, inset sink unit with mixer tap and three-way water system, integrated dishwasher, integrated wine cooler / chiller, integrated fridge freezers, integrated ovens, central island with breakfast bar and central cooking hob with down draft extractor system.

Open plan formal dining area: Also, with the continuation of the attractive Karndean style engineered light oak effect herringbone floors with underfloor heating, as well as further feature lighting and fabulous bi-folding double-glazed picture window providing a splendid panoramic view of the property’s landscaped gardens and views also over its adjoining 2.5 acres of paddocks beyond.

Separate utility room / side lobby / boot room: Approached from the kitchen via a modern oak door and comprising of range of ultra-modern cupboard and base units with work surfaces over and spaces for washing machine and dryer, fitted sink with mixer tap, underfloor heating, double glazed window with aspect to front and further double-glazed door leading out to side grounds.

First floor accommodation: Approached from the main reception hall with its wonderful vaulted ceilings and feature double glazed windows with amazing front aspect, by the bespoke feature oak and glazed and chrome staircase that leads up to the first-floor carpeted landing.

First floor landing: With a feature glazed oak and chrome gallery area overlooking the main reception hall, carpeted flooring, doors leading off to bedrooms 1,2,3,4 and 5, as well as the luxury family bathroom / shower room.

Bedroom one main suite with luxury ensuite bathroom / shower room, as well as ensuite dressing room and feature balcony / sun terrace: Approached from the inner first floor carpeted landing via an elegant modern oak door and comprising of a double sized carpeted room with an initial entrance hall and an adjoining side dressing room with bespoke fitted wardrobe cupboards, further wardrobe cupboards to the side of the hall. There are large double glazed picture windows and double glazed doors, that open out onto the property’s fabulous feature large sun terrace / balcony from which there are breath-taking views over the property’s own 2.5 acres of grazing paddocks beyond its landscaped gardens. Further door leading to ensuite luxury bathroom / shower room.

Luxury ensuite bathroom / shower room for bedroom one: Approached through an elegant modern feature oak door, with tiled floors and underfloor heating, individual thermostatically controlled, comprising also of a feature oval modern bath, feature chrome mixer tap, separate shower with glazed front, W.C., feature wash basin with chrome tap and vanity unit, heated towel rail, double glazed windows with spectacular views.

Bedroom two with ensuite luxury shower room and feature window with fabulous views: Approached from the carpeted landing via an elegant modern oak feature door and comprising of a double sized room with carpeted floor, radiator, thermostatically controlled room, feature lighting, fitted wardrobe cupboards, fantastic large V shaped double glazed feature window with stunning rural views of the ancient woodland and the property’s own 2.5 acres of grazing paddocks, as well. Oak feature door to luxury ensuite shower room.

Ensuite luxury shower room to bedroom two: With tiled floors with underfloor heating, W.C., feature wash basin with chrome tap, vanity unit, heated towel rail, glazed fronted walk in shower with chrome shower control system.

Bedroom three with luxury ensuite shower: Approached from the first-floor carpeted landing via an elegant modern feature oak door and comprising a double sized room with carpeted floor and individually thermostatically controlled room, radiator, feature lighting, double glazed window with aspect over the side grounds and woodlands. Door to ensuite luxury shower room.

Ensuite luxury shower room to bedroom three: Approached through a feature oak modern door and comprising of tiled floors with underfloor heating, chrome heated towel rail, heavy glazed and chrome shower, W/C., feature wash basin and chrome tap, double glazed window with aspect to front.

Bedroom four: A double sized room with carpeted floors, radiator, feature lighting, double glazed window with aspect to side and views over property’s landscaped gardens and ancient woodland.

Bedroom five: A double sized room with carpeted floors, radiator, thermostatically controlled room, double glazed window with aspect over the front gardens.

Family luxury bathroom / shower room: Approached from landing via an oak feature door and comprising of tiled floors with underfloor heating, heated towel rail, feature bath with chrome tap, feature wash basin with vanity unit and chrome mixer tap, W.C, shower with heavy glazed and chrome sides.

Outside: This substantially sized detached ultra-modern architect designed 6 bedroomed detached residence measuring 2,686 square feet, complete with with both a detached brick newly built two storey double garage complex measuring 1,200 square feet, as well as a large 2,500 detached storage barn with existing cloakroom / shower room and kitchen, is set within its own gardens and grounds including grazing paddocks, which in all total in excess of 2.5 acres.

The property’s garden will be comprised of attractive grass lawns, which will also be complimented by paved stone sun terraces / pathways, specifically intended to blend in with this splendid architect designed modern country residences’ exterior features.

Furthermore, there will be an appealing and extensive sized gravel driveway which will be will be accessed through an attractive heritage stye private wooden five bar gated entrance. Please note: The developers will run the electrical points to the gate for any purchaser who wishes to have an electrically operated gate at a later date.

Another appealing landscaping feature being quite specific to this residence, is the intended retention of an existing feature pond already with an abundant amount of naturally established wildlife and attractive pond fauna.

Beyond the property’s rear garden are 2.5 acres of very attractive adjoining level grazing land which have wonderful further rural views. These grazing paddocks are considered ideal for buyers that may have any equestrian interest. Especially, as it is quite possible for future planning permission to be granted for stabling, as well as also for an all-weather menage.

Please note: There is presently an additional 1.5 acres of land adjoining the 2.5 acres of grazing land which also has an existing stocked small fishing lake. This land is available for a further £150,000 if required.

Large detached 2,500 square foot storage barn: Another fabulous feature and benefit for this fine 6 bedroomed country residence, is an existing detached commercial / agricultural style storage barn that is in good condition and already has an existing cloakroom / shower room and kitchen fitted. Ideally, one would possibly utilize this impressive sized storage building for perhaps an antique car collection, large plant machinery for maintaining the 3 acres of grazing land, or even a large and impressive hobby workshop. Its large commercial sized sliding front barn doors certainly allow access for large items and vehicles to be stored within.

Detached brick built two storey double sized garage measuring approx 1200 square feet: Styled to perfectly blend in with the main ultra-modern bespoke residence, this large garage complex already has an ancillary storage room above which measures approximately 600 square feet and could be considered ideal for future conversion subject to planning into a home office, an annex, a bespoke private cinema / games room, gym or even a holiday letting unit.

Please note: The three bespoke properties are presently being constructed and although they are in their advanced stages, with an anticipated completion date of November / December 2023, do require any interest to physically view the location / construction site to be accompanied. Please contact Neville and Neville Estate Agents to view the location and construction site. Viewing strictly by appointment only.