House For Sale £950,000
Art Deco is synonymous with glamour, and this 1930's beauty with 5/6 double bedrooms and off street parking has been lovingly restored and skilfully extended to create a luxury retreat with ocean views from its sunny balcony and has a west facing landscaped garden ideal for entertaining. 4 minutes from a popular primary school, 3 from Saltdean Park and 4 from the Lido and the sea, this spacious house invites company with a guest room which has its own access from the front, a restful reception and a fabulous kitchen diner which folds completely open to the private, scented sun trap at the back which has a timber summer house with power. A 10 minute drive from the world famous seaside resort of Brighton and 45 -50 from Gatwick, Saltdean attracts professionals and families seeking a healthier coastal lifestyle in a quiet location with easy access to the South Downs National Park.
Radiating Deco charm, this immaculate house is set privately back from the quiet, leafy street by generous off street parking and borders planted for all year interest. Built in the 1930's, it has been architecturally reinvented and remodelled to become a sumptuous, energy efficient home with double glazed windows and doors, fresh electrics and plumbing. Inside, the inviting hallway with views through to the idyllic garden sets the discreetly expensive tone of the interior with a flawless finish and the clean lines of high quality oak flooring.
The reception, ground floor guest bedroom and shower room:
Lined with windows to the south and east to bring in the Sussex sunshine and the sea, the spacious reception has a Deco influence with sweeping curves and window seats to each side of a flame effect black and white fireplace which acknowledges the history of the building.
Across the hallway with French doors to the side path from the front drive, the guest room would also be ideal for an au pair as they could come and go without disturbing the main house. Currently used as a home office, an arched window frames green glimpses of Saltdean's central park and an oblique shimmer of sea. Tucked away behind it, so it could become en suite or Jack and Jill, the shower room is simple, but stylish.
The family kitchen diner:
Designed to celebrate friends and family in true Art Deco transatlantic style, sunshine streams through this sophisticated space which flows across the whole of the back of the home where bi-folding doors open to a paved sun terrace which is almost level with the house – a feature hard to find on the South Downs. Inside has ample space in which to create designated areas and expert planning has tucked the kitchen to one side so although sociable, it does not dominate the whole space. Streamlined units have working surfaces which sparkle beneath a choice of lighting levels and the central island can move for parties. Beautifully planned so everything is to hand, high spec integrated appliances include a gas hob beneath a hood, AEG micromat-combi and fan ovens, fridge, freezer and wine store, and as you would expect of a home with an eye for practicality as well as opulence, there is a separate utility area with access to the garden.
The garden:
Dynamic landscaping has created a beautifully balanced garden to enjoy. Great care has been taken to make it child and pet friendly, with a gated side path for bikes, buggies and muddy paws, and its two broad levels are surrounded by other gardens, so it is unusually tranquil. By the house, the limestone paved dining terrace is ideal for the al fresco lifestyle the south coast in known for with a seating area, and west facing but also open to the south, there is a gazebo for shaded dining as it is a real sun trap. Whilst guests are enjoying coffee, you can also enjoy the children playing on the big, raised lawn surrounded by beautiful borders, and stepping stones lead to an attractive timber summerhouse with power – which could also be a lovely spot in which to work from home.
The principle bedroom, dressing room and balcony:
An idyllic retreat from the world with breathtaking views sweeping from countryside to the sea, the principle bedroom is all you could dream of and even opens to a sunny balcony, stretching along the full front of the property, from which to appreciate the unique vista to the full. Inside, this relaxing room is decorated to the highest standard and just across the hall, the third, vaulted bedroom is used as a dressing room with three, double wardrobes and a corner cupboard for lotions and potions, although as the carpet is fitted beneath them if you didn't want so much storage, some could be removed.
The glamorous balcony is also reached from the large landing where visitors can soak up the sunshine and atmosphere with a glass in hand and watch for new arrivals, and the view is absolutely spectacular, rolling from protected downland over scenic Saltdean and the park to the famous white cliffs of our coastline.
The family first floor bedrooms:
With an elegant finish, two more serenely decorated double bedrooms look over a sea of gardens and between the two, a luxury bathroom continues the Deco theme with a glittering black and silver border, contemporary suite with shower wand above the bath, separate walk in shower and lit mirror.
Agent Says:
"Delivering a luxury lifestyle this beautiful home with off street parking, spectacular sunny garden and glamorous balcony with sea views is close to local amenities, the park and the sea - and Brighton, Gatwick and Lewes are all commutable."
Owner's Secret:
"Perfect for a summer, al fresco lifestyle the house is also warm and cosy during winter. The ground floor is ideal for entertaining, and the guest room with its own entrance has been a boon for working from home. There is something special about waking to the sea, and we have loved planning our day over breakfast on the balcony, whilst the garden works well for parties when friends with children come, and the neighbours are friendly and considerate."
What's around you:
Shops: Local shops 3 minutes, Rottingdean a 5 minute drive, Marina 10
Train Station: Brighton Station 20-25- minute drive
Seafront or park: Sea and Lido 2 minutes, Park 3
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 surrounded by the South Downs National Park. Attracting 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. 10 minutes from Brighton and close to bus routes, both the county town of Lewes and Gatwick are also commutable at about 30 and 45 minutes.
Radiating Deco charm, this immaculate house is set privately back from the quiet, leafy street by generous off street parking and borders planted for all year interest. Built in the 1930's, it has been architecturally reinvented and remodelled to become a sumptuous, energy efficient home with double glazed windows and doors, fresh electrics and plumbing. Inside, the inviting hallway with views through to the idyllic garden sets the discreetly expensive tone of the interior with a flawless finish and the clean lines of high quality oak flooring.
The reception, ground floor guest bedroom and shower room:
Lined with windows to the south and east to bring in the Sussex sunshine and the sea, the spacious reception has a Deco influence with sweeping curves and window seats to each side of a flame effect black and white fireplace which acknowledges the history of the building.
Across the hallway with French doors to the side path from the front drive, the guest room would also be ideal for an au pair as they could come and go without disturbing the main house. Currently used as a home office, an arched window frames green glimpses of Saltdean's central park and an oblique shimmer of sea. Tucked away behind it, so it could become en suite or Jack and Jill, the shower room is simple, but stylish.
The family kitchen diner:
Designed to celebrate friends and family in true Art Deco transatlantic style, sunshine streams through this sophisticated space which flows across the whole of the back of the home where bi-folding doors open to a paved sun terrace which is almost level with the house – a feature hard to find on the South Downs. Inside has ample space in which to create designated areas and expert planning has tucked the kitchen to one side so although sociable, it does not dominate the whole space. Streamlined units have working surfaces which sparkle beneath a choice of lighting levels and the central island can move for parties. Beautifully planned so everything is to hand, high spec integrated appliances include a gas hob beneath a hood, AEG micromat-combi and fan ovens, fridge, freezer and wine store, and as you would expect of a home with an eye for practicality as well as opulence, there is a separate utility area with access to the garden.
The garden:
Dynamic landscaping has created a beautifully balanced garden to enjoy. Great care has been taken to make it child and pet friendly, with a gated side path for bikes, buggies and muddy paws, and its two broad levels are surrounded by other gardens, so it is unusually tranquil. By the house, the limestone paved dining terrace is ideal for the al fresco lifestyle the south coast in known for with a seating area, and west facing but also open to the south, there is a gazebo for shaded dining as it is a real sun trap. Whilst guests are enjoying coffee, you can also enjoy the children playing on the big, raised lawn surrounded by beautiful borders, and stepping stones lead to an attractive timber summerhouse with power – which could also be a lovely spot in which to work from home.
The principle bedroom, dressing room and balcony:
An idyllic retreat from the world with breathtaking views sweeping from countryside to the sea, the principle bedroom is all you could dream of and even opens to a sunny balcony, stretching along the full front of the property, from which to appreciate the unique vista to the full. Inside, this relaxing room is decorated to the highest standard and just across the hall, the third, vaulted bedroom is used as a dressing room with three, double wardrobes and a corner cupboard for lotions and potions, although as the carpet is fitted beneath them if you didn't want so much storage, some could be removed.
The glamorous balcony is also reached from the large landing where visitors can soak up the sunshine and atmosphere with a glass in hand and watch for new arrivals, and the view is absolutely spectacular, rolling from protected downland over scenic Saltdean and the park to the famous white cliffs of our coastline.
The family first floor bedrooms:
With an elegant finish, two more serenely decorated double bedrooms look over a sea of gardens and between the two, a luxury bathroom continues the Deco theme with a glittering black and silver border, contemporary suite with shower wand above the bath, separate walk in shower and lit mirror.
Agent Says:
"Delivering a luxury lifestyle this beautiful home with off street parking, spectacular sunny garden and glamorous balcony with sea views is close to local amenities, the park and the sea - and Brighton, Gatwick and Lewes are all commutable."
Owner's Secret:
"Perfect for a summer, al fresco lifestyle the house is also warm and cosy during winter. The ground floor is ideal for entertaining, and the guest room with its own entrance has been a boon for working from home. There is something special about waking to the sea, and we have loved planning our day over breakfast on the balcony, whilst the garden works well for parties when friends with children come, and the neighbours are friendly and considerate."
What's around you:
Shops: Local shops 3 minutes, Rottingdean a 5 minute drive, Marina 10
Train Station: Brighton Station 20-25- minute drive
Seafront or park: Sea and Lido 2 minutes, Park 3
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 surrounded by the South Downs National Park. Attracting 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. 10 minutes from Brighton and close to bus routes, both the county town of Lewes and Gatwick are also commutable at about 30 and 45 minutes.
