House For Sale £750,000
In an idyllic village surrounded by the rolling countryside of The South Downs National Park but with a station serving Gatwick, London, Lewes and Brighton, this charming four bedroom house, built in 1997 using quintessential Sussex style and materials is within an exclusive development by Hillreed Homes. Secluded but not isolated on a no through road shared by prosperous detached homes all with their own character, this beautifully designed house on the prime south corner has a sunny, wrap around garden bordered by farmland and a brook, and has plentiful off street parking and a garage. Inside sophisticated design seamlessly links the rural dream with a champagne lifestyle as you can relax in front of a magnificent Inglenook fireplace in a timeless reception or entertain, la style, in a glamorous kitchen diner which opens to the landscaped grounds, ideal for parties. Upstairs, all four quiet bedrooms have restful leafy views and the spacious principal room is a tranquil retreat with a chic en suite shower room. With a good primary school within a 7 minute stroll, a choice of secondary schools, local bistro pubs and clubs as well as the vibrant county town of Lewes with its castle, riverside cafés and shopping are all within a 10 minute radius and the coastal city of Brighton & Hove is a reasonable commute only 20-25 minutes away.
Contemporary homes are in great demand and in quiet, leafy surrounds managed by a sociable residents association this immaculate, light filled home has plenty of character, an easy flow and a high spec finish which includes energy efficient windows. Set well back from the cul de sac with a sweeping driveway, decorative brick work and traditional, Sussex hung tiles this detached house radiates charm, and the sheltering porch is lit to guide you home. Inside, the crisp lines of oak underfoot and subtle decoration in a hallway which also has a smart guest cloakroom, sets the sophisticated yet practical tone of the interior design.
The classic oak flooring continues in the elegant living room, set at a right angle to the lane so it is very private. Light and inviting with windows in three walls to bring in the Sussex sunshine, there is ample room to share and in the evening you can enjoy the firelight from the brick Inglenook fireplace which has a characteristic iron hood.
Across the hallway, the glamorous kitchen diner is designed to celebrate friends and family with a fabulous 2.93m x 8m to play with and French doors to the garden by the dining area. Carefully tucked away from the in/out party flow behind a sociable peninsular island, the streamlined kitchen has family friendly detail and high end integrated appliances include a central touch induction hob beneath a hood, micro/combi and fan oven at eye level and a dishwasher, as well as a wine cooler by the wine rack and pull out larders to maximise storage. To one side, the separate utility room matches the kitchen in style and has direct access to a side terrace, and there is also an automatic reminder to refill the oil tank which feeds the heating system, so you won't run out!
Outside, the garden is a verdant paradise bordered by a babbling brook, and looking over the adjacent field it is easy to forget how well connected this location is! Child and pet secure with fencing and supplementary wire fencing around the water, a lit terrace by the house is ideal for al fresco dining, the lawn is large enough for play and a summer house looks south, so you can enjoy the garden in the sun at any time of year. There is also gated access to the off street parking to one side with the back door to the garage on the other, and it is worth noting that the vaulted garage has power and a boarded mezzanine level which raises interesting possibilities, STC.
Returning inside, upstairs three restful bedrooms at the back of the house are simple but stylish with anti-allergy flooring and glorious views over the garden to the adjacent, rolling field to which only the farmer has access, and they share a big, bright contemporary bathroom which has a Triton Jade shower above the bath and a designer finish. Peaceful and private, the principal bedroom is a soothing retreat of dual aspect. With fitted wardrobes on each side of the door the space is clutter free and the en suite shower room is chic with a dual head shower, natural light and warming rail for towels.
Agent Says:
"The picturesque downland villages of the South Downs National Park attract national and international buyers wanting fresh air and a healthy lifestyle within easy reach of Brighton, Lewes, London or Gatwick as well as good schools and privacy for the children. Prime, countryside new build homes do not come on the market often and those within this exclusive development with rural views and a champagne lifestyle sell fast."
Owner's secret:
"As well as the beautiful surroundings, we and the children have enjoyed the freedom of privacy whilst within a stroll of Cooksbridge's friendly community. There are always local activities on offer and friends love to come and stay and always say they feel like they've been on holiday. The house is ideal for entertaining either in the garden during summer or inside in the winter where we can appreciate the Inglenook, and everything we need – schools, restaurants, stations, stables and cinema are all within a 10 minute radius."
What's around you:
Shops: Lewes 6-8 minutes
Station: Cooksbridge 5 minutes on foot, Lewes 8 minutes by cab
Seafront or Park: Surrounded by countryside walks, Playground 5 minutes, Beach 25
Closest schools;
Primary: Hamsey Community Primary, Wallands
Secondary: Chailey, The Priory
Private: Lewes Old Grammar, Bede's, Brighton College
A quintessential English village, Cooksbridge has a lively community, a station serving London, Lewes and Brighton and a local bistro pub which also does takeaways. The Glyndbourne opera house and thriving high street of the medieval castle town of Lewes are within easy reach as are walks and bridle paths of the South Downs National Park, so you can enjoy the restful pace of village life knowing that fashionable shops, restaurants and bars as well as plays, cinemas and music are nearby when you want them. The beach is not far with Brighton & Hove a reasonable drive – about 20-30 minutes- and Gatwick is also a possible commute at 30 minutes by train, 40-45 minutes by road.
Contemporary homes are in great demand and in quiet, leafy surrounds managed by a sociable residents association this immaculate, light filled home has plenty of character, an easy flow and a high spec finish which includes energy efficient windows. Set well back from the cul de sac with a sweeping driveway, decorative brick work and traditional, Sussex hung tiles this detached house radiates charm, and the sheltering porch is lit to guide you home. Inside, the crisp lines of oak underfoot and subtle decoration in a hallway which also has a smart guest cloakroom, sets the sophisticated yet practical tone of the interior design.
The classic oak flooring continues in the elegant living room, set at a right angle to the lane so it is very private. Light and inviting with windows in three walls to bring in the Sussex sunshine, there is ample room to share and in the evening you can enjoy the firelight from the brick Inglenook fireplace which has a characteristic iron hood.
Across the hallway, the glamorous kitchen diner is designed to celebrate friends and family with a fabulous 2.93m x 8m to play with and French doors to the garden by the dining area. Carefully tucked away from the in/out party flow behind a sociable peninsular island, the streamlined kitchen has family friendly detail and high end integrated appliances include a central touch induction hob beneath a hood, micro/combi and fan oven at eye level and a dishwasher, as well as a wine cooler by the wine rack and pull out larders to maximise storage. To one side, the separate utility room matches the kitchen in style and has direct access to a side terrace, and there is also an automatic reminder to refill the oil tank which feeds the heating system, so you won't run out!
Outside, the garden is a verdant paradise bordered by a babbling brook, and looking over the adjacent field it is easy to forget how well connected this location is! Child and pet secure with fencing and supplementary wire fencing around the water, a lit terrace by the house is ideal for al fresco dining, the lawn is large enough for play and a summer house looks south, so you can enjoy the garden in the sun at any time of year. There is also gated access to the off street parking to one side with the back door to the garage on the other, and it is worth noting that the vaulted garage has power and a boarded mezzanine level which raises interesting possibilities, STC.
Returning inside, upstairs three restful bedrooms at the back of the house are simple but stylish with anti-allergy flooring and glorious views over the garden to the adjacent, rolling field to which only the farmer has access, and they share a big, bright contemporary bathroom which has a Triton Jade shower above the bath and a designer finish. Peaceful and private, the principal bedroom is a soothing retreat of dual aspect. With fitted wardrobes on each side of the door the space is clutter free and the en suite shower room is chic with a dual head shower, natural light and warming rail for towels.
Agent Says:
"The picturesque downland villages of the South Downs National Park attract national and international buyers wanting fresh air and a healthy lifestyle within easy reach of Brighton, Lewes, London or Gatwick as well as good schools and privacy for the children. Prime, countryside new build homes do not come on the market often and those within this exclusive development with rural views and a champagne lifestyle sell fast."
Owner's secret:
"As well as the beautiful surroundings, we and the children have enjoyed the freedom of privacy whilst within a stroll of Cooksbridge's friendly community. There are always local activities on offer and friends love to come and stay and always say they feel like they've been on holiday. The house is ideal for entertaining either in the garden during summer or inside in the winter where we can appreciate the Inglenook, and everything we need – schools, restaurants, stations, stables and cinema are all within a 10 minute radius."
What's around you:
Shops: Lewes 6-8 minutes
Station: Cooksbridge 5 minutes on foot, Lewes 8 minutes by cab
Seafront or Park: Surrounded by countryside walks, Playground 5 minutes, Beach 25
Closest schools;
Primary: Hamsey Community Primary, Wallands
Secondary: Chailey, The Priory
Private: Lewes Old Grammar, Bede's, Brighton College
A quintessential English village, Cooksbridge has a lively community, a station serving London, Lewes and Brighton and a local bistro pub which also does takeaways. The Glyndbourne opera house and thriving high street of the medieval castle town of Lewes are within easy reach as are walks and bridle paths of the South Downs National Park, so you can enjoy the restful pace of village life knowing that fashionable shops, restaurants and bars as well as plays, cinemas and music are nearby when you want them. The beach is not far with Brighton & Hove a reasonable drive – about 20-30 minutes- and Gatwick is also a possible commute at 30 minutes by train, 40-45 minutes by road.
