5 bed detached house for sale

Houndean Rise, Lewes BN7

Occupying a sought-after position on the upper side of Houndean Rise, this substantial five-bedroom detached family home offers approximately 2,754 sq ft of beautifully presented and highly versatile accommodation, together with the rare benefit of direct access onto the stunning South Downs National Park.

The property is rich in character and charm, retaining a wealth of original features including attractive fireplaces, exposed beams, parquet flooring and traditional tiled floors, all of which combine to create a warm and inviting
family home.

The spacious and light-filled accommodation begins with an impressive sunroom spanning the front elevation, enjoying extensive glazing to the south and west aspects and providing a wonderful space in which to relax and enjoy the surrounding outlook. An inner lobby with staircase rising to the first floor leads through to the principal ground floor accommodation, comprising a cloakroom, kitchen, dining room and reception hall.
Beyond the reception hall is a charming dual-aspect sitting room, centred around an attractive fireplace and offering a cosy retreat, while to the rear of the house a generous family room enjoys large windows overlooking the garden, creating an excellent space for both everyday family life and entertaining.

The kitchen is well positioned and benefits from convenient side access.

The first floor continues to impress, featuring a spacious principal bedroom with en-suite shower room, four further well-proportioned bedrooms, a family bathroom and a separate WC, providing ample accommodation for growing families.

Outside

Outside, a private driveway provides off-road parking for
three vehicles, whilst the mature front garden creates an attractive approach to the property. The beautifully established rear garden offers a paved terrace adjoining the house, ideal for outdoor dining and entertaining, with steps rising to a generous lawn bordered by mature hedging.
Beyond the garden, direct access onto the South Downs
presents a unique lifestyle opportunity, with miles of open
countryside on the doorstep, perfect for walking, cycling
and enjoying the natural surroundings.

Situation

Lewes (4.5 miles) offers trains to London in about 70 minutes and extensive day-to-day shopping, with the city of Brighton about nine miles away. The A27 provides fast access to the A23/M23, Gatwick Airport and national motorway network.
There is a large selection of excellent schools within the area, including Lewes Old Grammar, Brighton College, Roedean School, Burgess Hill School For Girls, Hurstpierpoint College, Cumnor House, Great Walstead, Worth Abbey and Ardingly College.

Property Ref Number:

Ham-65485

Additional Information

Local Authority: Lewes
Council Tax band: G
All mains services are connected