Situated on a private no-though road within an exclusive, idyllic, semi rural location, in our opinion, Little Swanborough presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial six double bedroom detached residence of approximately 6788 sq ft (in total).
With eight reception rooms this property offers flexible accommodation and an array of choices with regards to the arrangement of the internal spaces. To the rear Little Swanborough revels in its surroundings, embracing this idyllic setting and affording stunning
panoramic views of the surrounding open rolling Downland. This beautiful Sussex style property is thought to have been built circa 1927 and externally displays architectural features that reflect the revival of aspects of Tudor style popular at this time.
The property has since been considerably extended and refurbished to an exceedingly high standard to include a 30 ft gymnasium with 23 ft mezzanine area currently used as a games room to the east wing. To the west wing a conservatory style garden room is the
perfect space from which to enjoy the vista and a 22 ft studio presents the potential for a self-contained annexe. Forming part of the original property a 24 ft drawing room with a walk-in bay window enjoys views over the surrounding countryside and features
a fireplace with stone mantle and surround, open grate and slate hearth. The 24 ft bespoke country style kitchen and breakfast room is also part of the original property and retains character features includi
Description
Little Swanborough, Swanborough Drove
SWANBOROUGH, NEAR LEWES
DRAFT
Situated on a private no-though road within an exclusive, idyllic, semi rural location, in our opinion, Little Swanborough presents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial six double bedroom detached residence of approximately 6788 sq ft (in total). With
eight reception rooms this property offers flexible accommodation and an array of choices with regards to the arrangement of the internal spaces. To the rear Little Swanborough revels in its surroundings, embracing this idyllic setting and affording stunning
panoramic views of the surrounding open rolling Downland. This beautiful Sussex style property is thought to have been built circa 1927 and externally displays architectural features that reflect the revival of aspects of Tudor style popular at this time.
The property has since been considerably extended and refurbished to an exceedingly high standard to include a 30 ft gymnasium with 23 ft mezzanine area currently used as a games room to the east wing. To the west wing a conservatory style garden room is the
perfect space from which to enjoy the vista and a 22 ft studio presents the potential for a self-contained annexe. Forming part of the original property a 24 ft drawing room with a walk-in bay window enjoys views over the surrounding countryside and features
a fireplace with stone mantle and surround, open grate and slate hearth. The 24 ft bespoke country style kitchen and breakfast room is also part of the original property and retains character features including exposed timbers. Throughout this property the
accommodation which is arranged over three floors is spacious and versatile and further comprises; 13 ft library, study, 16 ft family room with floor-to-ceiling windows and a stone fireplace, utility room, steam room, and a wine store with access to a wood
store. On the first and second floors the accommodation further comprises; master bedroom suite with en suite wet room, further en suite bathroom and dressing room. Three further double bedrooms with en suite facilities, two further double bedrooms and a family
bathroom. The property is accessed from a gravelled, half-crescent driveway with an 'in and out' entrance. Further parking is offered by way of two single garages with up and over style doors, power and lighting. The front garden is landscaped and mostly laid
to lawn with flowerbeds and rockeries well stocked with a range of mature plants and shrubs. The rear garden enjoys stunning rural views, is mostly laid to lawn, has a flag-stone and brick laid patio area adjacent to the property, mature and established flowerbeds
and numerous fruit trees. Further benefits include a pool area with an open air heated swimming pool with external shower and a paddock. Viewings are highly recommended to appreciate this opportunity. Agent's note: please be advised that the main picture is
of the rear of the property. No onward chain.
The Location
Swanborough Drove is widely regarded as an exceptionally exclusive location within the South Downs National Park on the outskirts of the County Town of Lewes. Little Swanborough is superbly located in this idyllic, semi rural location, set on a private no-through
road at the foot of the Downs and adjacent to the South Downs Way.
There are many attractive Downland villages within close proximity including Iford (approx. 6 miles) with a church and village hall and Kingston (approx. 1.2 miles) with a primary school and public house. The County Town of Lewes (approx. 2.5 miles) offers
an extensive range of independent and High Street shops and other amenities including a mainline railway station providing a regular service to London Victoria in approx. 1 hour. Brighton (approx. 9 miles) is a thriving seaside city and provides an array major
High Street stores, extensive shopping, restaurants, bars, theatre and access to all the arts. There are excellent recreational facilities in the surrounding area including riding and walking on the South Downs and sailing from Brighton Marina. The highly
regarded Glyndebourne Opera House is located in the Downland village of Glynde. There are also many private and state schools in the area including Brighton College, Roedean Independent School, Lancing College, Eastbourne College, St Bedes School, Burgess
Hill School for Girls and Lewes Grammar School. Gatwick Airport is easily accessible via the A27 and A23.
Accommodation to The Main Residence
• Accessed via a timber front door with porch light which opens into:
Entrance Porch
• Quarry tiled floor
Ground Floor Cloakroom
• White suite
• Double aspect
• Oak flooring
Entrance Hall
• Stairs with wooden handrail and balustrade to first floor
• Oak floor
• Storage cupboard
• Stripped wood doors with inset floor-to-ceiling glazed panels providing views and access to rear garden, and views towards the countryside beyond
Drawing Room 24'6 x 17'1 (maximum) (7.47m x 5.21m (maximum))
• Views over front garden and towards the countryside beyond
• Fireplace with open grate, stone mantle, stone surround and slate hearth
• Walk-in bay window with rear aspect and views over rear garden and the countryside beyond
Inner Hall
• Oak flooring with under-floor heating
• Recessed spotlights
• Doors to principal rooms
Library 13'2 x 11'5 (4.01m x 3.48m)
• Views over front garden
• Recessed spotlights
• Fitted cupboards
Garden Room 14'0 x 13'9 (4.27m x 4.19m)
• A triple aspect room with views over garden, pool area and countryside beyond
• Tiled floor
Studio 22'3 x 18'9 (maximum) (6.78m x 5.72m (maximum))
• Agent's note: we understand that this room along with the second study has the potential to create an annexe, subject to the relevant consents and permissions
• Double doors with inset glazed panels providing views and access to pool area and rear garden
• Countryside and Downland views
• Oak flooring with Under-floor heating
Study 11'11 x 7'0 (3.63m x 2.13m)
• Oak flooring with under-floor heating
• Views over front garden
• Recessed spotlights
• Loft hatch to hobby room above
Hobby Room
• Accessed via a drop-down ladder from the second study
Kitchen/Breakfast Room 24'8 x 16'1 (7.52m x 4.90m)
• Bespoke kitchen comprising a range of wall and base units with granite worksurfaces
• Oil fired four oven AGA with warming plate and two hot plates
• Porcelain sink
• Integral dishwasher
• Tiled floor
• Ample space for dining table and chairs
• Exposed beams
• Larder cupboard
• American style fridge freezer
• Wine cooler
• Combination microwave and grill
Family Room 16'1 x 14'5 (4.90m x 4.39m)
• Access to rear garden
• Floor-to-ceiling windows with views over rear garden towards the countryside beyond
• Stone fireplace with open grate
• Oak floor
• Recessed spotlights
Utility Room 11'0 x 9'6 (3.35m x 2.90m)
• Accessed from the kitchen/breakfast room
• Space for domestic appliances
• Sink
• Block wood worksurface
• Stone tiled floor
• Various linen cupboards
Secondary Staircase Ascending From Kitchen/Breakfast Room to First Floor
Secondary Inner Hall from Kitchen/Breakfast Room
• Secondary entrance to the front of the property
• Stone tiled floor with under-floor heating
• Access to rear garden
• Recessed spotlights
Wine Store
• Stone tiled floor
• Timber door to wood store (wood store can also be accessed from outside)
Gymnasium 30'3 x 19'1 (9.22m x 5.82m)
• A triple aspect room with beautiful countryside views
• Accessed from the secondary inner hall
• Agent's note: used as a games room and gym by the current owners
• Polished tiled floor with under-floor heating
• Recessed spotlights
• Double doors with inset glazed panels providing views and access to rear garden
Steam Room
• Accessed from the gymnasium
• Slate tiled walls and polished tiled floor
• Low level WC with push-button flush
• Extractor fan
• Ladder-style heated towel rail
• Recessed spotlights
• Stone wash hand basin
• Shower
Timber Staircase Ascending To Mezzanine Floor from the Gymnasium
Mezzanine Floor/Games Room 23'5 x 23'4 (7.14m x 7.11m)
• A triple aspect room with further roof windows
• Recessed spotlights and up-lighting
• Space for pool/snooker tables
Primary Staircase To First Floor Landing
Master Bedroom Suite 24'6 x 17'0 (maximum) (7.47m x 5.18m (maximum))
• Walk-in bay window with rear aspect
• Fireplace with open grate, slate hearth and decorative stone mantle and surround
• Numerous bespoke fitted wardrobes
En Suite Wet Room
• Fully tiled walls and floor
• Recessed spotlights
• Chrome ladder-style heated towel rail
• French style porcelain wash hand basin
• Shower cubicle
En Suite Bathroom & Dressing Room
• Windows with front and rear aspects
• Floor-to-ceiling fitted wardrobes
• Modern roll top bath with free-standing taps
• Fitted dressing table with circular sink, vanity cupboards and drawers below
Bedroom 2 14'0 x 13'1 (4.27m x 3.99m)
• Access to secondary staircase leading to kitchen/breakfast room
• Rear aspect
• Wardrobe
En Suite Bathroom
• Panel enclosed bath
• Stone tiled floor
• Shower cubicle
• Designer glass wash hand basin
• Recessed spotlights
Bedroom 5 16'0 x 14'6 (4.88m x 4.42m)
• Exposed floor-boards
• Rear aspect
Bedroom 6 12'0 x 11'0 (3.66m x 3.35m)
• Front aspect
Family Bathroom
• Roll top bath
• Recessed spotlights
Stairs to Second Floor Landing
Bedroom 4 20'1 x 12'11 (6.12m x 3.94m)
• Roof windows with side and rear aspects
• Window (high level) with side aspect
• Storage cupboards
En Suite Bathroom
• White suite
• Bath
• Wash hand basin set onto vanity unit
• Recessed spotlights
Bedroom 3 19'2 x 14'1 (5.84m x 4.29m)
• Roof windows with front and rear aspects
En Suite Wet Room
• Pebble stone floor
• Glass tiled walls and ceiling
• Vaulted ceiling
• Shower cubicle
• Glass bowl wash hand basin with glass shelf below
Outside
Boiler Room
• Accessed via a timber door from the driveway
• Boiler
• Filters for outdoor swimming pool
Front garden
• Landscaped front garden mostly laid to lawn enclosed by a hedged border to the front
• Flowerbeds and rockeries well stocked with a range of mature plants and shrubs
Rear Garden
• Rear garden is mostly laid to lawn and enclosed by hedged borders
• Flag-stone and brick laid patio area adjacent to the property
• Mature and established flowerbeds well stocked with a range of plants and shrubs
• Numerous fruit trees
Swimming Pool & Pool Area
• Open air heated swimming pool
• External shower with rain-style shower head
Paddock
• Magnificent views over the surrounding countryside and South
Downs
• Enclosed by post and rail fencing and accessed via a five bar gate
• Vehicular access
Driveway
• Half crescent gravelled driveway with an 'in and out' entrance
Garages
• Two single garages with up and over style doors, power and lighting
Agents Notes
• Part oil fired central heating
• Part under-floor heating
Directions
From our office in the High Street turn left, proceed up through the High Street, St Anne's Hill and into Western Road. At the Prison crossroads turn left and proceed down Winterbourne Hollow. At the mini roundabout with Southover High Street turn right signposted
Newhaven and Kingston. After the Kingston junction at Wellgreen Lane, stay on the C7 for approximately 500 metres. Swanborough Drove is the next turning on the right, marked by a small red post box. As the road forks, take the left turning and the property
can be found a short distance along on the left hand side.
PS/lbkl/1102/70/52 - L01684
CSPADDER000
property reference: LWESA1820682487
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