Guide price
£1,695,000
5 bed detached house for saleThe Street, Wilmington, Polegate, East Sussex BN26
5 beds
3 baths
2 receptions
EPC Rating: D
Just added
Freehold
About this property
Extended and comprehensively refurbished in 2023 with stylish modern interiors
Knapped flint and brick elevations echo the traditional Downland vernacular
Detached self contained annexe finished to the same high standard, ideal for guests or income
Set in mature gardens of about two-thirds of an acre with a swimming pool, large terrace and pond
Triple aspect kitchen/dining room with bespoke cabinetry, granite worktops and roof lantern
Generous sitting room with inglenook style fireplace
Five bedrooms in total, including a luxurious principal suite with balcony and views
Beautifully designed bathrooms with luxury finishes
EV charging point, extensive parking and tucked-away position off a private lane in the heart of the village
EPC Rating = D
A beautifully refurbished family home with detached annexe and exceptional gardens, in the heart of this historic downland village.
Description
Sundown is an exceptional family home, extended and comprehensively refurbished in 2023 to a high standard by our clients. The house is characterised by knapped flint elevations, red brick dressings and tile hanging, reflecting the traditional Downland vernacular, and is tucked away in the centre of Wilmington, a historic village long associated with the iconic Long Man chalk figure rising above it.
The accommodation is beautifully presented, with carefully considered modern interiors, individually designed bathroom suites and a calm, neutral palette. Much of the ground floor is laid with oak effect Karndean flooring, and the house benefits from partial underfloor heating, new internal oak doors, upgraded electrics, and a hard wired fire alarm system.
Set in mature grounds of about two-thirds of an acre, the gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped to include a swimming pool, expansive terrace, and a tree lined pond with jetty, bridge and seating areas, creating a series of outdoor spaces for relaxing and entertaining.
A key feature of the property is the detached annexe, finished to the same high standard as the main house - ideal for multi generational living, guest accommodation or holiday letting (subject to permissions).
Accommodation
The front door opens into an entrance porch and then through glazed double doors to a spacious hall, with stairs rising to the first floor and an understair cupboard. There are two generous ground floor bedrooms, each with bay windows overlooking the front; both offer excellent versatility and could serve as further reception spaces if required. Bedroom four includes an en suite cloakroom.
The triple aspect sitting room is a particularly impressive space featuring broad ceiling timbers, a wide bay window and an expanse of sliding doors opening to the terrace. An inglenook style fireplace with a herringbone brick hearth and inset log burner with iron canopy forms a strong focal point.
The kitchen and dining room has been extended to create a wonderful triple aspect space forming the hub of the home. The French inspired kitchen includes bespoke hand built cabinetry by Claremont Interiors, granite worktops, a dresser and a large central island with seating and a wine fridge. Integrated appliances include a Stoves range oven, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. The dining area has wide sliding doors opening to two aspects of the terrace and a wood burner set neatly in one corner. A large roof lantern brings in additional light, and porcelain tiled flooring extends seamlessly out to the terrace.
A large ground floor shower room and a well equipped utility/boot room - with further storage, space for laundry appliances and a stable door to the side - complete the ground floor.
On the first floor are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom with a contemporary freestanding bath. The principal suite incorporates a dressing room with mirror fronted wardrobes, a luxurious en suite with slipper bath, separate shower and copper finishes, and a triple aspect bedroom with far reaching views of the South Downs. A door opens on to a private west facing balcony.
Annexe
The self contained detached annexe has been finished to the same high standard as the house. It includes a bedroom with fitted wardrobe, a shower room with large shower cubicle, and an open plan living room and kitchen with modern cabinetry and a quartz topped breakfast bar. French doors open onto a private walled courtyard with hot tub, with a gate connecting to the main garden.
Ideal for guests, extended family or short term letting.
Outside
Sundown is approached over a private lane, with a timber five bar gate opening to a generous parking area, with an EV charging point, serving both the house and annexe.
A substantial raised tiled terrace wraps two sides of the house and offers extensive space for outdoor dining and entertaining, with lighting for evening use. To the west is a fenced swimming pool with stone surround, an outside WC and ample space for sun loungers; the pool is heated via air source heat pump.
A beautiful tree lined pond lies beyond, enclosed by picket fencing, with an island, a timber jetty, an iron bridge and a stone waterfall. A woodland walk encircles the water, with established trees including a weeping willow and a handsome poplar. On the far side is a rustic tree house and outdoor bar.
An area of lawn extends from the terrace to a rose covered arbor, leading to a part walled kitchen garden with a greenhouse, fruit cages, cold frames and two timber sheds (one with power).
In all, the grounds extend to about 0.63 of an acre.
Location
Sundown is situated in the South Downs National Park within the rural village of Wilmington, near the coastal towns of Eastbourne (six miles) Seaford (seven miles). Polegate (2.5 miles) provides a good range of day to day amenities including a range of supermarkets and a station, and comprehensive shopping, cinema, leisure centre and restaurants are found in Eastbourne.
Lewes is within 10 miles and is well-known for being the picturesque and historic County Town of East Sussex, famous for its Bonfire Night celebrations.
There are miles of walks and bridle paths across the surrounding countryside and over the South Downs, and many leisure activities available locally, including clubs for football, rugby, cricket and theatre; across Sussex, activities include show jumping at Hickstead, sailing along the south coast and golf at one of the many courses across the county.
Sussex offers a vibrant cultural scene, with world-class opera at Glyndebourne, theatre and events in Lewes and Eastbourne, and the annual Brighton and Charleston Festivals presenting a huge programme of theatre, dance, classical music and literary events.
Rail Services: Polegate (2.8 miles, London Victoria from 83 minutes).
Schools: There are a number of state and independent schools and colleges in the local area, including Polegate School, The Eastbourne Academy, Bede’s, Eastbourne College, Roedean and Brighton College.
All distances and journey times are approximate.
Square Footage: 2,523 sq ft
Acreage:
0.63 Acres
Additional Info
Services: House: Oil-fired central heating, with partial under floor heating. Annexe: Electric radiators; lpg fired boiler for hot water. The pool is heated by an air source heat pump. Mains electricity, water and drainage.
Broadband: Full fibre connection is available.
Outgoings: Wealden District Council. Tax band G.
Photographs taken: 2024
Site Plan: Produced from Promap © Crown copyright and database rights 2024. Os ac . Not to scale. For identification only.
Cladding: This property may has cladding (traditional clay tile hanging). The property is under six floors so any cladding may not have been tested.
Description
Sundown is an exceptional family home, extended and comprehensively refurbished in 2023 to a high standard by our clients. The house is characterised by knapped flint elevations, red brick dressings and tile hanging, reflecting the traditional Downland vernacular, and is tucked away in the centre of Wilmington, a historic village long associated with the iconic Long Man chalk figure rising above it.
The accommodation is beautifully presented, with carefully considered modern interiors, individually designed bathroom suites and a calm, neutral palette. Much of the ground floor is laid with oak effect Karndean flooring, and the house benefits from partial underfloor heating, new internal oak doors, upgraded electrics, and a hard wired fire alarm system.
Set in mature grounds of about two-thirds of an acre, the gardens have been thoughtfully landscaped to include a swimming pool, expansive terrace, and a tree lined pond with jetty, bridge and seating areas, creating a series of outdoor spaces for relaxing and entertaining.
A key feature of the property is the detached annexe, finished to the same high standard as the main house - ideal for multi generational living, guest accommodation or holiday letting (subject to permissions).
Accommodation
The front door opens into an entrance porch and then through glazed double doors to a spacious hall, with stairs rising to the first floor and an understair cupboard. There are two generous ground floor bedrooms, each with bay windows overlooking the front; both offer excellent versatility and could serve as further reception spaces if required. Bedroom four includes an en suite cloakroom.
The triple aspect sitting room is a particularly impressive space featuring broad ceiling timbers, a wide bay window and an expanse of sliding doors opening to the terrace. An inglenook style fireplace with a herringbone brick hearth and inset log burner with iron canopy forms a strong focal point.
The kitchen and dining room has been extended to create a wonderful triple aspect space forming the hub of the home. The French inspired kitchen includes bespoke hand built cabinetry by Claremont Interiors, granite worktops, a dresser and a large central island with seating and a wine fridge. Integrated appliances include a Stoves range oven, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. The dining area has wide sliding doors opening to two aspects of the terrace and a wood burner set neatly in one corner. A large roof lantern brings in additional light, and porcelain tiled flooring extends seamlessly out to the terrace.
A large ground floor shower room and a well equipped utility/boot room - with further storage, space for laundry appliances and a stable door to the side - complete the ground floor.
On the first floor are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom with a contemporary freestanding bath. The principal suite incorporates a dressing room with mirror fronted wardrobes, a luxurious en suite with slipper bath, separate shower and copper finishes, and a triple aspect bedroom with far reaching views of the South Downs. A door opens on to a private west facing balcony.
Annexe
The self contained detached annexe has been finished to the same high standard as the house. It includes a bedroom with fitted wardrobe, a shower room with large shower cubicle, and an open plan living room and kitchen with modern cabinetry and a quartz topped breakfast bar. French doors open onto a private walled courtyard with hot tub, with a gate connecting to the main garden.
Ideal for guests, extended family or short term letting.
Outside
Sundown is approached over a private lane, with a timber five bar gate opening to a generous parking area, with an EV charging point, serving both the house and annexe.
A substantial raised tiled terrace wraps two sides of the house and offers extensive space for outdoor dining and entertaining, with lighting for evening use. To the west is a fenced swimming pool with stone surround, an outside WC and ample space for sun loungers; the pool is heated via air source heat pump.
A beautiful tree lined pond lies beyond, enclosed by picket fencing, with an island, a timber jetty, an iron bridge and a stone waterfall. A woodland walk encircles the water, with established trees including a weeping willow and a handsome poplar. On the far side is a rustic tree house and outdoor bar.
An area of lawn extends from the terrace to a rose covered arbor, leading to a part walled kitchen garden with a greenhouse, fruit cages, cold frames and two timber sheds (one with power).
In all, the grounds extend to about 0.63 of an acre.
Location
Sundown is situated in the South Downs National Park within the rural village of Wilmington, near the coastal towns of Eastbourne (six miles) Seaford (seven miles). Polegate (2.5 miles) provides a good range of day to day amenities including a range of supermarkets and a station, and comprehensive shopping, cinema, leisure centre and restaurants are found in Eastbourne.
Lewes is within 10 miles and is well-known for being the picturesque and historic County Town of East Sussex, famous for its Bonfire Night celebrations.
There are miles of walks and bridle paths across the surrounding countryside and over the South Downs, and many leisure activities available locally, including clubs for football, rugby, cricket and theatre; across Sussex, activities include show jumping at Hickstead, sailing along the south coast and golf at one of the many courses across the county.
Sussex offers a vibrant cultural scene, with world-class opera at Glyndebourne, theatre and events in Lewes and Eastbourne, and the annual Brighton and Charleston Festivals presenting a huge programme of theatre, dance, classical music and literary events.
Rail Services: Polegate (2.8 miles, London Victoria from 83 minutes).
Schools: There are a number of state and independent schools and colleges in the local area, including Polegate School, The Eastbourne Academy, Bede’s, Eastbourne College, Roedean and Brighton College.
All distances and journey times are approximate.
Square Footage: 2,523 sq ft
Acreage:
0.63 Acres
Additional Info
Services: House: Oil-fired central heating, with partial under floor heating. Annexe: Electric radiators; lpg fired boiler for hot water. The pool is heated by an air source heat pump. Mains electricity, water and drainage.
Broadband: Full fibre connection is available.
Outgoings: Wealden District Council. Tax band G.
Photographs taken: 2024
Site Plan: Produced from Promap © Crown copyright and database rights 2024. Os ac . Not to scale. For identification only.
Cladding: This property may has cladding (traditional clay tile hanging). The property is under six floors so any cladding may not have been tested.
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