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A FINE DETACHED GRADE II LISTED PERIOD HOUSE OF CHARACTER SITUATED CLOSE TO THE HEART OF THE SOUGHT AFTER MEDIEVAL VILLAGE OF DITCHLING

RECEPTION HALL, STUDY, SITTING ROOM, KITCHEN/DINING ROOM, UTILITY ROOM, CLOAKROOM, FAMILYROOM, BEDROOM1 WITH EN-SUITE SHOWER ROOM, 3 FURTHER BEDROOMS, FAMILY BATHROOM, GAS FIRED CENTRAL HEATING, OPEN FRONTED BARN STYLE GARAGE, DELIGHTFUL GARDENS.

This outstanding example of a Grade II Listed period house of considerable charm and character is located at the northern end of the High Street within a Conservation Area. The historic and picturesque village of Ditchling is renowned for its cultural and artistic links and has a good cross section of local and specialist shops together with primary school, health centre, public houses and other amenities. Hassocks main line station (London 55 minutes, Brighton 12 minutes) is around two miles whilst the south coast and entertainment centre of Brighton is approximately eight miles. The surrounding countryside and the South Downs provide for endless rural walks. Golf is available at Ditchling, Pyecombe and Hassocks and sailing from both Brighton and Shoreham Marinas.

For many years the house was a saddler's and harness-maker's. In a local directory dating from 1828, Thomas Coomber was the saddler and by 1845 the business had been taken over by his son, John. The present owners have carried out an extensive and sympathetic renovation programme resulting in an award from Sussex Heritage in 2001. The property is a clever mix of modern contemporary design with great care having been taken to preserve and enhance the many, traditional, period features. Elevations are a mellow combination of brick, painted render and tile hanging with a slate and tile clad roof. In greater detail the accommodation, with approximate dimensions, provides the following:

Panelled front door to: RECEPTION HALL 4.27 x 3.97 (14' x 13') West

Flagstone floor, window shutters, recessed downlighters, original bread ovens, two radiators, steps down to:

SITTING ROOM 6.08 x 4.32 (19'11 x 14'2) South and West

Fireplace with tiled hearth, painted surround and mantel, fitted window seat, window shutters, oak floor, range of fitted bookshelves with cabinets under, wall light points, three radiators.

FAMILY ROOM 5.49 x 2.85 (18' x 9'4) South

Vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers, fairface brick walls and chimney breast, oak floor, TV aerial point, radiator. Door to Inner Hall

STUDY 4.27 x 2.69 (14' x 8'10) North and West

Fireplace with timber mantel, surround and tiled insert and hearth, oak floor, TV aerial point, telephone point, radiator. Door to garden.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM 5.7 x 4.78 (18'8 x 15'8) East and North

Fully fitted in range of quality units providing: inset twin bowl stainless steel sink with worksurfaces and extensive range of cabinets, New World range cooker, oak floor, space for fridge/freezer, three radiators, door to cellar.

CLOAKROOM

Low level w.c.suite with concealed cistern, wash hand basin with marble surround and cupboard and drawers under, tiled floor, large storage cupboard,

UTILITY ROOM 3.41 x 2.43 (11'2 x 8')

Range of units including Butlers sink, cupboards and drawers and space and plumbing for washing machine, Baxi gas fired boiler on programmer control, ladder towel rail/radiator, part tiled walls, tiled floor, glazed doors to courtyard.

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING

Built in wardrobe cupboard, radiator.

BEDROOM 1 4.87 x 3.99 (15'11 x 13'1) South and East

Vaulted ceiling, built in wardrobe cupboards along one wall, under eaves storage, french doors to balcony overlooking courtyard, radiator. Door to:

EN SUITE SHOWER ROOM

Vaulted ceiling, shower cubicle with fitted shower, inset wash hand basin with cupboards under, low level w.c. suite with concealed cistern, electric shaver point, tiled floor.

BEDROOM 2 4.27 x 2.71 (14' x 8'10) West

Views up towards Lodge Hill, built in double wardrobe cupboard, built in storage cupboard, oak floor, radiator.

BEDROOM 3 4.97 x 3.25 (16'4 x 10'8) South

Views across the village skyline, large built in wardrobe cupboard, window shutters, oak floor, TV aerial point, radiator.

BEDROOM 4 3.24 x 2.96 (10'7 x 9'8) West

Original cast iron fireplace with painted surround, two built in storage cupboards, oak floor, radiator.

FAMILY BATHROOM

Panelled bath with display plinth to one end, fitted shower unit, inset wash hand basin, low level w.c. suite with concealed cistern and mirrored wall over, ceramic tiled floor, ladder heated towel rail.

OUTSIDE

To the front of the house a retaining brick wall and steps lead up to the front door with decorative paving to either side. To the rear and side of the house is a delightful brick paved and flagstone courtyard steps leading up to the main garden which is primarily laid to lawn with a proliferation of mature shrubs and ornamental trees. A gravel driveway to the rear with parking for several cars leads through double timber gates to a Heritage Barn Style open fronted GARAGE with adjoining store.

DIRECTIONS

From the crossroads in the centre of Ditchling village, proceed north up the High Street where the property will be seen on the right hand side of the road, just after East End Lane.

THE PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT 1991

The Agent has not tested any apparatus, equipment, fixtures and fittings or services and so cannot verify that they are in working order or fit for the purpose. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor or Surveyor. References to the Tenure of a Property are based on information supplied by the Seller. The Agent has not had sight of the title documents. A Buyer is advised to obtain verification from their Solicitor. Items shown in photographs are NOT included unless specifically mentioned within the sales particulars. They may however be available by separate negotiation. Buyers must check the availability of any property and make an appointment to view before embarking on any journey to see a property.