House For Sale £800,000
Live the dream in this fabulous four bedroom chalet where skilled design delivers both glorious glamour and comfortable luxury. It is rare to find a home which is beautiful both inside and out, but with a vaulted wall of glass in the stunning kitchen diner opening to private, landscaped grounds facing south west for the sunshine, this detached property will take your breath away. Inside has a commitment to quality and style rarely seen on the market, and although all of the double bedrooms are beautiful, the first floor has been transformed into a principle suite dreams are made of complete with a freestanding baignoir and spa like en suite. With off street parking it is just 5 minutes from a popular primary school and child friendly park, and it offers a healthy lifestyle with a bridle path onto the South Downs National Park directly opposite and easy access to the Lido and the beach. Attracting professionals, families and international investors, Saltdean has plenty of local amenities and good transport links just 10 minutes from Brighton and 50 from Gatwick.
Absolutely immaculate, White Gables stands out even from its prosperous neighbours with sleek symmetry, waving palms and off street parking. Originally a 1930's chalet it has been architecturally reinvented and remodelled to become what is effectively a new build with energy efficient windows and doors, new roof, fresh electrics and plumbing, and a high level of insulation. Inside, the inviting hallway with views through to the idyllic garden sets the sophisticated tone of the interior with a flawless finish, oak flooring, streamlined matching doors and skirting – and even the radiator is designer.
The family room with kitchen diner:
Designed to entertain in fabulous, la style, sunshine streams through this spectacular, vaulted space which flows across the whole of the back of the home with bi-folding doors in a wall of glass opening to the scented planting and dynamic landscaping of the sunny garden. Smooth limestone underfoot conceals gas fired heating and with a choice of lighting levels including coloured lighting on the glass and oak staircase it is party perfect. An expert eye has ensured that the working area of the discreetly expensive German kitchen is safely tucked away from the in/out flow behind a sociable island of snow white Corian. One of the largest we have seen, the island hosts a Siemens gas hob and an extractor which rises at a touch. There is power for gadgets, a moulded sink with a Quooker tap and the wine cooler is thoughtfully placed by the private dining area, where guests can dine unseen beneath the stars. A gift for gourmets, the Siemens steam and fan ovens at eye level have a warming tray, a tall fridge and tall freezer are integrated to each side and both a dishwasher and washer/drier are also tucked away within units which provide sophisticated storage solutions.
The garden:
Expertly designed for all year interest and surrounded by a sea of neighbouring gardens, this is a peaceful oasis after a busy day in the city. Child and pet secure, with a gated side path for bikes, the limestone paved dining terrace is level with the house – a feature hard to find on the Downs –and lit at night, it is ideal for the al fresco lifestyle the south coast in known for. Broad steps rise to a beautifully landscaped garden planted for all year interest with a central, scented bed and romantic seating area beneath a bower.
Three ground floor bedrooms:
All decorated to the highest standard these three spacious double bedrooms have an elegant designer finish. At the front, the guest room is currently used as a formal reception with a working black and white fireplace to acknowledge this building's Art Deco history, and a broad bay brings in views of rolling downland behind the homes opposite. Across the hall, the second large bedroom, also at the front, is quiet and comfortable. Snuggled into the centre of this floor, the third bedroom is private, and a generous double it would also be a tranquil place in which to work from home. Nearby, a luxury shower room does not take itself too seriously with a vibrant colour scheme, lit mirror and dual head system.
The principle suite:
This serene, vaulted sanctuary forms the whole of the first floor and is all that you could dream of with a light and airy bedroom with restful countryside views. The wardrobes lining this area of the room have even more storage hidden behind them and the magnificent freestanding bath has a waterfall tap. Spa like, the en suite is stylish with a powerful dual headed shower system, and touches of glamour include a lit mirror and heated rail for towels.
Agent Says:
"Saltdean attracts professionals wanting quick access to the city and airports but also a healthier lifestyle and good schools for their children. This exceptional home delivers that- and a champagne lifestyle."
Owner's Secret:
"Light and airy in the summer, it's warm and cosy in winter. We love entertaining and the easy flow of the ground floor into the garden is perfect for parties. The master bedroom is a restful retreat where we wake up to birdsong and the neighbours are friendly and considerate. The bridle path opposite takes you straight onto the Downs, the local park has a playground and tennis courts and the beach and its cafe is easy to reach."
What's around you:
Shops: Local shops 2 minutes, Rottingdean a 5 minute drive, Marina 10
Train Station: Brighton Station 20-25- minute drive
Seafront or park: Park 5 minutes, sea within 5 minutes
Closest schools:
Primary: Saltdean Primary
Secondary: Longhill
Private: Roedean, Brighton College, Brighton Steiner School, Lewes Old Grammar
The friendly community of Saltdean is by the sea and on the edge of the National South Downs Park. Popular with families and professionals it has plenty of local shops, cafes and restaurants as well as a central park which has miniature golf, tennis courts, a playground and café- and the primary school is Ofsted rating good at the time of writing. The coastal village of Rottingdean is just around the corner and you are also only 10 minutes from the cosmopolitan Marina with its harbourside restaurants, health club and cinemas. About a 20- minute drive from Brighton's city centre and close to bus routes, do not forget that both the county town of Lewes and Gatwick are also commutable at about 30 and 45 minutes.
Absolutely immaculate, White Gables stands out even from its prosperous neighbours with sleek symmetry, waving palms and off street parking. Originally a 1930's chalet it has been architecturally reinvented and remodelled to become what is effectively a new build with energy efficient windows and doors, new roof, fresh electrics and plumbing, and a high level of insulation. Inside, the inviting hallway with views through to the idyllic garden sets the sophisticated tone of the interior with a flawless finish, oak flooring, streamlined matching doors and skirting – and even the radiator is designer.
The family room with kitchen diner:
Designed to entertain in fabulous, la style, sunshine streams through this spectacular, vaulted space which flows across the whole of the back of the home with bi-folding doors in a wall of glass opening to the scented planting and dynamic landscaping of the sunny garden. Smooth limestone underfoot conceals gas fired heating and with a choice of lighting levels including coloured lighting on the glass and oak staircase it is party perfect. An expert eye has ensured that the working area of the discreetly expensive German kitchen is safely tucked away from the in/out flow behind a sociable island of snow white Corian. One of the largest we have seen, the island hosts a Siemens gas hob and an extractor which rises at a touch. There is power for gadgets, a moulded sink with a Quooker tap and the wine cooler is thoughtfully placed by the private dining area, where guests can dine unseen beneath the stars. A gift for gourmets, the Siemens steam and fan ovens at eye level have a warming tray, a tall fridge and tall freezer are integrated to each side and both a dishwasher and washer/drier are also tucked away within units which provide sophisticated storage solutions.
The garden:
Expertly designed for all year interest and surrounded by a sea of neighbouring gardens, this is a peaceful oasis after a busy day in the city. Child and pet secure, with a gated side path for bikes, the limestone paved dining terrace is level with the house – a feature hard to find on the Downs –and lit at night, it is ideal for the al fresco lifestyle the south coast in known for. Broad steps rise to a beautifully landscaped garden planted for all year interest with a central, scented bed and romantic seating area beneath a bower.
Three ground floor bedrooms:
All decorated to the highest standard these three spacious double bedrooms have an elegant designer finish. At the front, the guest room is currently used as a formal reception with a working black and white fireplace to acknowledge this building's Art Deco history, and a broad bay brings in views of rolling downland behind the homes opposite. Across the hall, the second large bedroom, also at the front, is quiet and comfortable. Snuggled into the centre of this floor, the third bedroom is private, and a generous double it would also be a tranquil place in which to work from home. Nearby, a luxury shower room does not take itself too seriously with a vibrant colour scheme, lit mirror and dual head system.
The principle suite:
This serene, vaulted sanctuary forms the whole of the first floor and is all that you could dream of with a light and airy bedroom with restful countryside views. The wardrobes lining this area of the room have even more storage hidden behind them and the magnificent freestanding bath has a waterfall tap. Spa like, the en suite is stylish with a powerful dual headed shower system, and touches of glamour include a lit mirror and heated rail for towels.
Agent Says:
"Saltdean attracts professionals wanting quick access to the city and airports but also a healthier lifestyle and good schools for their children. This exceptional home delivers that- and a champagne lifestyle."
Owner's Secret:
"Light and airy in the summer, it's warm and cosy in winter. We love entertaining and the easy flow of the ground floor into the garden is perfect for parties. The master bedroom is a restful retreat where we wake up to birdsong and the neighbours are friendly and considerate. The bridle path opposite takes you straight onto the Downs, the local park has a playground and tennis courts and the beach and its cafe is easy to reach."
What's around you:
Shops: Local shops 2 minutes, Rottingdean a 5 minute drive, Marina 10
Train Station: Brighton Station 20-25- minute drive
Seafront or park: Park 5 minutes, sea within 5 minutes
Closest schools:
Primary: Saltdean Primary
Secondary: Longhill
Private: Roedean, Brighton College, Brighton Steiner School, Lewes Old Grammar
The friendly community of Saltdean is by the sea and on the edge of the National South Downs Park. Popular with families and professionals it has plenty of local shops, cafes and restaurants as well as a central park which has miniature golf, tennis courts, a playground and café- and the primary school is Ofsted rating good at the time of writing. The coastal village of Rottingdean is just around the corner and you are also only 10 minutes from the cosmopolitan Marina with its harbourside restaurants, health club and cinemas. About a 20- minute drive from Brighton's city centre and close to bus routes, do not forget that both the county town of Lewes and Gatwick are also commutable at about 30 and 45 minutes.
