House For Sale £3,000,000
Tucked away along a private, gated driveway, amongst three-acres of ancient woodland and sprawling green gardens, Oaklands is an exceptional and entirely unique property within Sussex. It resides on the outskirts of Sayers Common, a picturesque village just ten-miles north of Brighton & Hove giving it excellent transport links by train or car into London. Newly built just three years ago, it conforms to the highest building specifications while using cutting-edge technologies to ensure it is ready for modern family lifestyle. These include zoned underfloor heating in every room, an integrated intercom and digital smart surround sound music systems both inside and out; an integrated Hoover system for effortless cleaning and digital smart showers in every bathroom – to name but a few. With two/three beautiful reception rooms and five double bedrooms; all of which are en suite, it balances home comforts with a luxurious lifestyle perfectly. Ideal for sophisticated entertaining, the 65-foot main reception room links seamlessly with the garden and heated swimming pool while the master suite has a generous sun terrace with views over the private grounds. It is clear the current owners have a refined eye for interior design using high-end fixtures and fittings alongside a stylish palette and bespoke carpentry for a complete scheme which cannot fail to impress from the moment you step through the door.
Some of the best primary, secondary and private schools in the county sit within catchment, and there is a vibrant village community within Sayers Common. For families looking to escape the ‘Big Smoke’ or the hustle and bustle of Brighton & Hove, while remaining conveniently close for travel and entertainment, this elegant home offers the best of both worlds, between the coast, the countryside and the city.
In brief:
Style: Detached contemporary house set within 3-acres of ancient woodland
Type: 5 double bedrooms, 7 bathrooms; 5 en suite + WC, 3 reception rooms, 1 utility room
Location: Sayers Common
Floor Area: 6408 sq. Ft. 595 sq. M.
Outside: 3-acres of ancient woodland, heated swimming pool, multiple gardens surrounding
Parking: Double garage and secure gated and driveway and forecourt for 15+ cars
Why you’ll like it:
Introduction:
Just 10-minutes’ drive north from Brighton & Hove, nestled into the South Downs National Park, it is an attractive drive to reach Sayers Common, passing patchwork fields and rolling hillside. Discreetly hidden from the road behind a long driveway, dense woodland and two sets of secure gates, Oakhurst offers privacy and tranquillity as it has just one local neighbour within the grounds. Built just three-years ago, the house is contemporary, yet it has been designed to sit well within its countryside surroundings. Red brick walls, a gabled roofline and Sussex hung tiles on its façade ensure it looks every inch the palatial country manor, while timber framed double glazed casement windows are picked out in sage. There are options to park within the gated forecourt which can host 15+ vehicles – ideal when entertaining, or there is an integrated double garage for housing luxury cars and motorbikes.
Entrance Hall:
Stepping in through the front door, you are greeted into a breath-takingly beautiful entrance hall with polished concrete and resin flooring and a double height, solid oak and steel staircase rising centrally up to the first floor. Sliding barn doors echo these tones to either side, opening to two of the three reception rooms, while natural light streams in via first floor skylights and from the glazed reception room spanning the rear of the property. There are two deep storage cupboard for coats and shoes to ensure the entrance remains immaculate and clutter free, while a ground floor cloak room/WC sits tucked away – an essential in any family home. The floor is heated from below using smart technologies, so you can always ensure a warm welcome during the cooler seasons.
Sitting Room:
Elegant in teal with velvet drapes and furnishings to complement, the sitting room offers a luxurious and comfortable space for evening relaxation, casual entertaining and movie nights on a big screen. Dual aspect windows frame peaceful garden views to bring some of the outside in, while stylish ceiling pendants and wall lights set the mood (available by separate negotiation). There is space for the whole family to cosy up together in the evening, or the multi-reception room layout is also ideal for families looking to entertain independently from one another on occasion.
Office Room/Reception 2:
Mirroring the sitting room, the office room is a versatile space ideal for work, play or relaxation. It currently houses gym equipment and a large home office desk, yet it could have any number of uses. A games room would be ideal, or for families with younger children, it would work well as a play room. The concrete flooring continues in here, yet a carpet could be fitted for extra comfort if need be. Looking out over the front drive you can look out for guests arriving and it is ultimately peaceful as a space for working from home.
Family Room, Kitchen & Dining Room:
Spanning the entire rear of the house, measuring 65-feet in width by 31-feet in depth, the open plan family room, dining room and kitchen is a sight to behold with three sets of bi-folding doors to link it seamlessly with the garden terrace which becomes a fantastic extension of the home during the warmer seasons. This exceptional space needs to be seen to fully appreciate its scale – and while it is vast, it has been well designed with spaces that feel homely using sumptuous furnishings for definition. It is a space which invites entertaining, but also family time and relaxation. For formal dining, a bespoke solid oak table to seat twelve (this may be available by separate negotiation) sits alongside the kitchen which has a rustic oak breakfast bar to seat six.
Inspired by industrial styling, the kitchen has stainless steel worksurfaces, exposed bricks and pipework, and bespoke door furniture to create a scheme which feels both stylish and hardwearing. Only the finest Fisher & Paykel appliances have been fitted to include a 1200 range cooker, triple ovens with steam and microwave functions, an espresso machine, an American fridge freezer, a full height wine fridge and a two-drawer dishwasher, while the solid oak cabinetry is hand built and sprayed in Farrow & Ball’s Railings for a refined finish.
Utility Room & Ground Floor Shower Room:
Easily accessible from the main reception room and garden, there are three rooms adjoining the double garage which form the utility room, laundry room and ground floor bathroom. There is further household storage alongside space and plumbing for a second dishwasher – an essential when entertaining – and space for a washing machine and a tumble dryer. A laundry chute brings washing down from the first floor landing so there is no excuse for leaving dirty clothes on the floor upstairs!
After a swim in the pool or a dip in the hot tub, you can enjoy a reviving shower in the wet room which has a rainfall shower head, space to get changed and dual sinks below pendant lighting.
Garden, Pool and Grounds:
Wrapping around the house, the garden is vast and beautiful with a southerly aspect to include swathes of wild flowers to attract wildlife, an ancient woodland which is home to a family of deer, and a large area of lawn ideal for ball games, golf practice and children’s play equipment. Closer to the house, an area of garden has been fenced off and lined with pet friendly astro turf to keep four legged friends or little ones safe. Taking centre stage is the heated swimming pool and terrace which feels like a seamless extension of the home using urban grey floor tiles creating spaces for sun bathing and dining alfresco. Outdoor lighting and sound systems bring the party atmosphere which can continue late into the evening on summer nights due to the rural location.
First Floor Bedrooms, En Suites and Family Bathroom:
Rising centrally through the grand entrance hall to the first-floor galleried landing, wide picture windows bring in plenty of natural light and views over the garden. There are several deep storage and linen cupboards and plenty of points to access the in-built Hoover system which keeps the home effortlessly spotless.
Aside from the principal bedroom suite, there are four further elegant double bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms. Two guest bedrooms use heritage colour schemes and fittings to complement, while two further bedrooms are dressed as children’s rooms; one with a graffiti wall mural and Banksy wall tiles in the shower room. It is clear no corners were cut in the styling of these spaces which have built-in sound systems and digital Smart showers. The family bathroom has been beautifully appointed with luxury in mind using a stylish monochrome palette with patterned floor tiles and a freestanding roll top slipper bath at its centre.
Principal Bedroom Suite:
With a vaulted ceiling and full height glazing, the principal bedroom suite is a magnificent space with access to a private sun terrace looking out over the garden. Even with a king size bed and several pieces of bedroom furniture, the floor space is not compromised in the slightest. A vast walk-in wardrobe with ample clothes storage for two adds to the feeling of space and an integrated intercom system allows easy access to the property’s sound, heating and security systems.
Partially open to the room, the en suite bathroom makes a real statement using dark chevron floor tiles and mathematical brick tiling to the walls. A second freestanding slipper bath in black and white provides ultimate relaxation while the over-sized rainfall shower is in place to revive you in the morning.
Agent’s thoughts:
This is an exceptional home which blends the peace and quiet of the countryside with contemporary technologies for the modern lifestyle. It is a house for entertaining, yet it feels homely too and has been expertly designed with both form and function in mind. With excellent schools and transport links nearby, this home will appeal to those looking to live a private yet luxurious life with their family in the country.
Owner’s secret
“We built this house three years ago, transforming the land and re building from scratch. It was a real labour of love as we were careful to preserve the incredible landscape while creating a luxurious and comfortable home for our family. It is a fantastic space for entertaining – particularly during summer for pool parties and larger gatherings. Sayers Common also has a real sense of community with a local pub and shops, plus there are several local farms which supply local produce. Hurstpierpoint is also nearby where there are some wonderful restaurants, so you feel well-connected here despite the rural location.”
Where it is:
Shops: Local 1 min drive/7 min walk, Burgess Hill (Waitrose, Tesco) 5-8 min drive
Train Station: Hassocks Station 7 min drive: 50 minutes into London Victoria
Seafront or Park: South Downs on your doorstep, Brighton Seafront 15-20 minute drive
Closest Schools:
Primary: Albourne CofE primary School, St Lawrence CofE Primary School
Secondary: Downlands, Warden Park, Burgess Hill Academy
Private: Hurst College, Burgess Hill School for Girls, Brighton College<br /><br />This exceptional home is situated within some of the most picturesque countryside, and enjoys all the wonders of village life, yet it is superbly well connected to both London and Brighton & Hove. The county towns of Burgess Hill, Hurstpierpoint and Haywards Heath are also easily accessible offering a variety of shops, restaurants, cafes and bars for local entertainment. You can visit the coast within 20 minutes by train or car, and Gatwick Airport is just 20 minutes away for those who need it, so you really do have the best of all worlds here.
Some of the best primary, secondary and private schools in the county sit within catchment, and there is a vibrant village community within Sayers Common. For families looking to escape the ‘Big Smoke’ or the hustle and bustle of Brighton & Hove, while remaining conveniently close for travel and entertainment, this elegant home offers the best of both worlds, between the coast, the countryside and the city.
In brief:
Style: Detached contemporary house set within 3-acres of ancient woodland
Type: 5 double bedrooms, 7 bathrooms; 5 en suite + WC, 3 reception rooms, 1 utility room
Location: Sayers Common
Floor Area: 6408 sq. Ft. 595 sq. M.
Outside: 3-acres of ancient woodland, heated swimming pool, multiple gardens surrounding
Parking: Double garage and secure gated and driveway and forecourt for 15+ cars
Why you’ll like it:
Introduction:
Just 10-minutes’ drive north from Brighton & Hove, nestled into the South Downs National Park, it is an attractive drive to reach Sayers Common, passing patchwork fields and rolling hillside. Discreetly hidden from the road behind a long driveway, dense woodland and two sets of secure gates, Oakhurst offers privacy and tranquillity as it has just one local neighbour within the grounds. Built just three-years ago, the house is contemporary, yet it has been designed to sit well within its countryside surroundings. Red brick walls, a gabled roofline and Sussex hung tiles on its façade ensure it looks every inch the palatial country manor, while timber framed double glazed casement windows are picked out in sage. There are options to park within the gated forecourt which can host 15+ vehicles – ideal when entertaining, or there is an integrated double garage for housing luxury cars and motorbikes.
Entrance Hall:
Stepping in through the front door, you are greeted into a breath-takingly beautiful entrance hall with polished concrete and resin flooring and a double height, solid oak and steel staircase rising centrally up to the first floor. Sliding barn doors echo these tones to either side, opening to two of the three reception rooms, while natural light streams in via first floor skylights and from the glazed reception room spanning the rear of the property. There are two deep storage cupboard for coats and shoes to ensure the entrance remains immaculate and clutter free, while a ground floor cloak room/WC sits tucked away – an essential in any family home. The floor is heated from below using smart technologies, so you can always ensure a warm welcome during the cooler seasons.
Sitting Room:
Elegant in teal with velvet drapes and furnishings to complement, the sitting room offers a luxurious and comfortable space for evening relaxation, casual entertaining and movie nights on a big screen. Dual aspect windows frame peaceful garden views to bring some of the outside in, while stylish ceiling pendants and wall lights set the mood (available by separate negotiation). There is space for the whole family to cosy up together in the evening, or the multi-reception room layout is also ideal for families looking to entertain independently from one another on occasion.
Office Room/Reception 2:
Mirroring the sitting room, the office room is a versatile space ideal for work, play or relaxation. It currently houses gym equipment and a large home office desk, yet it could have any number of uses. A games room would be ideal, or for families with younger children, it would work well as a play room. The concrete flooring continues in here, yet a carpet could be fitted for extra comfort if need be. Looking out over the front drive you can look out for guests arriving and it is ultimately peaceful as a space for working from home.
Family Room, Kitchen & Dining Room:
Spanning the entire rear of the house, measuring 65-feet in width by 31-feet in depth, the open plan family room, dining room and kitchen is a sight to behold with three sets of bi-folding doors to link it seamlessly with the garden terrace which becomes a fantastic extension of the home during the warmer seasons. This exceptional space needs to be seen to fully appreciate its scale – and while it is vast, it has been well designed with spaces that feel homely using sumptuous furnishings for definition. It is a space which invites entertaining, but also family time and relaxation. For formal dining, a bespoke solid oak table to seat twelve (this may be available by separate negotiation) sits alongside the kitchen which has a rustic oak breakfast bar to seat six.
Inspired by industrial styling, the kitchen has stainless steel worksurfaces, exposed bricks and pipework, and bespoke door furniture to create a scheme which feels both stylish and hardwearing. Only the finest Fisher & Paykel appliances have been fitted to include a 1200 range cooker, triple ovens with steam and microwave functions, an espresso machine, an American fridge freezer, a full height wine fridge and a two-drawer dishwasher, while the solid oak cabinetry is hand built and sprayed in Farrow & Ball’s Railings for a refined finish.
Utility Room & Ground Floor Shower Room:
Easily accessible from the main reception room and garden, there are three rooms adjoining the double garage which form the utility room, laundry room and ground floor bathroom. There is further household storage alongside space and plumbing for a second dishwasher – an essential when entertaining – and space for a washing machine and a tumble dryer. A laundry chute brings washing down from the first floor landing so there is no excuse for leaving dirty clothes on the floor upstairs!
After a swim in the pool or a dip in the hot tub, you can enjoy a reviving shower in the wet room which has a rainfall shower head, space to get changed and dual sinks below pendant lighting.
Garden, Pool and Grounds:
Wrapping around the house, the garden is vast and beautiful with a southerly aspect to include swathes of wild flowers to attract wildlife, an ancient woodland which is home to a family of deer, and a large area of lawn ideal for ball games, golf practice and children’s play equipment. Closer to the house, an area of garden has been fenced off and lined with pet friendly astro turf to keep four legged friends or little ones safe. Taking centre stage is the heated swimming pool and terrace which feels like a seamless extension of the home using urban grey floor tiles creating spaces for sun bathing and dining alfresco. Outdoor lighting and sound systems bring the party atmosphere which can continue late into the evening on summer nights due to the rural location.
First Floor Bedrooms, En Suites and Family Bathroom:
Rising centrally through the grand entrance hall to the first-floor galleried landing, wide picture windows bring in plenty of natural light and views over the garden. There are several deep storage and linen cupboards and plenty of points to access the in-built Hoover system which keeps the home effortlessly spotless.
Aside from the principal bedroom suite, there are four further elegant double bedrooms, all with en suite bathrooms. Two guest bedrooms use heritage colour schemes and fittings to complement, while two further bedrooms are dressed as children’s rooms; one with a graffiti wall mural and Banksy wall tiles in the shower room. It is clear no corners were cut in the styling of these spaces which have built-in sound systems and digital Smart showers. The family bathroom has been beautifully appointed with luxury in mind using a stylish monochrome palette with patterned floor tiles and a freestanding roll top slipper bath at its centre.
Principal Bedroom Suite:
With a vaulted ceiling and full height glazing, the principal bedroom suite is a magnificent space with access to a private sun terrace looking out over the garden. Even with a king size bed and several pieces of bedroom furniture, the floor space is not compromised in the slightest. A vast walk-in wardrobe with ample clothes storage for two adds to the feeling of space and an integrated intercom system allows easy access to the property’s sound, heating and security systems.
Partially open to the room, the en suite bathroom makes a real statement using dark chevron floor tiles and mathematical brick tiling to the walls. A second freestanding slipper bath in black and white provides ultimate relaxation while the over-sized rainfall shower is in place to revive you in the morning.
Agent’s thoughts:
This is an exceptional home which blends the peace and quiet of the countryside with contemporary technologies for the modern lifestyle. It is a house for entertaining, yet it feels homely too and has been expertly designed with both form and function in mind. With excellent schools and transport links nearby, this home will appeal to those looking to live a private yet luxurious life with their family in the country.
Owner’s secret
“We built this house three years ago, transforming the land and re building from scratch. It was a real labour of love as we were careful to preserve the incredible landscape while creating a luxurious and comfortable home for our family. It is a fantastic space for entertaining – particularly during summer for pool parties and larger gatherings. Sayers Common also has a real sense of community with a local pub and shops, plus there are several local farms which supply local produce. Hurstpierpoint is also nearby where there are some wonderful restaurants, so you feel well-connected here despite the rural location.”
Where it is:
Shops: Local 1 min drive/7 min walk, Burgess Hill (Waitrose, Tesco) 5-8 min drive
Train Station: Hassocks Station 7 min drive: 50 minutes into London Victoria
Seafront or Park: South Downs on your doorstep, Brighton Seafront 15-20 minute drive
Closest Schools:
Primary: Albourne CofE primary School, St Lawrence CofE Primary School
Secondary: Downlands, Warden Park, Burgess Hill Academy
Private: Hurst College, Burgess Hill School for Girls, Brighton College<br /><br />This exceptional home is situated within some of the most picturesque countryside, and enjoys all the wonders of village life, yet it is superbly well connected to both London and Brighton & Hove. The county towns of Burgess Hill, Hurstpierpoint and Haywards Heath are also easily accessible offering a variety of shops, restaurants, cafes and bars for local entertainment. You can visit the coast within 20 minutes by train or car, and Gatwick Airport is just 20 minutes away for those who need it, so you really do have the best of all worlds here.
