4 bed country house for sale

Hillside, Friston, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN20

A substantial and significantly improved detached house of individual design commanding spectacular panoramic views across the South Downs towards Belle Tout Lighthouse and the sea, set within beautifully established landscaped gardens in a highly sought-after private Friston estate location.

The property has been significantly extended and improved in recent years to provide attractively appointed accommodation of generous proportions. Particular features include the superb open plan living space incorporating a triple aspect family area and a beautifully fitted kitchen/breakfast room with bi-fold doors opening to terraces at the front and rear, taking full advantage of the outstanding views. A viewing appointment is considered essential in order to fully appreciate the high merit and appeal of this superb home.

The property occupies an elevated position within the highly sought-after private Friston estate, set within the South Downs National Park and surrounded by miles of scenic downland countryside. The village of East Dean is within approximately a quarter of a mile and provides a range of local amenities including a village shop, public house and parish church. Eastbourne lies about four miles distant, offering a comprehensive range of shopping facilities, theatres and mainline railway station. Local sporting facilities include three principal golf courses, indoor tennis at the David Lloyd Club and one of the largest sailing marinas on the south coast. There is world class opera at nearby Glyndebourne and channel ferries operate from Newhaven.

Reception Hall (4.83m x 4.42m (15' 10" x 14' 6"))

Vaulted ceiling, handsome staircase, excellent natural light. Open to

Magnificent Open Plan Kitchen/Dining/Family Room (10.67m x 5.6m (35' 0" x 18' 4"))

Reducing to 13' (10.67m x 5.59m reducing to 3.96m) triple aspect with bi-fold doors to front and rear terraces. Extensively fitted kitchen with island unit and integrated appliances, a combination of vertical and horizontally mounted radiators.

Study/Snug (4.98m x 3.35m (16' 4" x 11' 0"))

Double aspect with doors to terrace and garden.

Sitting Room (5.94m x 3.96m (19' 6" x 13' 0"))

Double aspect with fireplace and wood burning stove. Open to

Utility Room (3.35m x 2.29m (11' 0" x 7' 6"))

Reducing to 6' (3.35m x 2.29m reducing to 1.83m) fitted work surfaces, sink unit, appliance space, door to garden.

Cloakroom

Fitted with wash basin, low level wc, heated towel rail.

The handsome and recently re-designed staircase rises to the spacious and well-lit galleried landing with two Velux windows providing downland views.

Master Bedroom Suite Comprising Bedroom 1 (4.57m x 3.96m (15' 0" x 13' 0"))

With breathtaking far-reaching views.

Dressing Room (3.35m x 1.88m (11' 0" x 6' 2"))

With radiator and window.

Ensuite Bathroom/Shower Room

With bath, separate shower, wash basin and wc.

Guest Bedroom Suite Comprising Bedroom 2 (3.56m x 3.35m (11' 8" x 11' 0"))

Ensuite Shower Room

With shower, wash basin and wc.

Bedroom 3 (4.47m x 3.96m (14' 8" x 13' 0"))

Affording spectacular downland and coastal views.

Bedroom 4 (3.96m x 3.76m (13' 0" x 12' 4"))

Family Bathroom

With bath, shower, dual wash basins and wc.

Outside

The property stands within beautifully established gardens arranged to the front, side and rear. The rear garden benefits from a high degree of seclusion with terraces, areas of lawn and elevated sections affording outstanding downland and coastal views. A substantial granite paved driveway provides extensive parking and space for the erection of a garage (subject to the usual consents).

Timber Built Workshop (6m x 2.95m (19' 8" x 9' 8"))

With electric lights and power points. Two fitted benches and shelving.