6 bed detached house for sale

Broomham Lane, Whitesmith, Lewes, East Sussex BN8

Guide price: £1,950,000

• A bespoke ultra-modern detached 6 bedroomed luxury architect designed country residence, idyllically set in a quiet rural setting within its own private grounds of circa 6.314 acres

• Also, with the benefit of a detached 3 bedroomed annex / holiday letting complex which has also served as a Yoga and well-being retreat.

• This unique and interesting residence has also been chosen previously for film locations

• Located also within easy reach of Lewes and Brighton

• The main two storey luxury bespoke residence has potential within its design to have a third accommodation level or roof sun terrace (subject to planning)

• Each of the four bedrooms on the first floor have ensuites and feature southerly facing balconies with stunning rural views

• The ground floor accommodation for the main house is adaptable to have two bedrooms with a shared shower room in addition to the further 4 double bedrooms to the first floor

• Excellent eco credentials with ultra-high insulation properties, ground source heating, underfloor heating to ground floor, as well as double glazing throughout.

• Bright open plan living layout to the main house ground floor to include a kitchen / breakfast room, an open plan dining room, an open plan sitting room and open plan lounge, all with bi folding double-glazed doors open to the rural southerly views over the property’s circa 6.314 acres

• Extensive main driveway and parking areas and ample space for ultra-modern or heritage style garaging complex to be built subject to planning

• Potential for equestrian facilities to be created subject to planning, due to this property’s proximity to bridleways

• Ideal potential commercial location for a further enhanced set up for a well being retreat

• Easy reach of the mainline train stations of Lewes and Uckfield, making this property perfect for London and Brighton city commuters

description: A very impressive bespoke ultra-modern luxury detached substantial sized 6 double bedroomed unique country residence, set within its own circa 6.314 acres of private gardens and associated grazing land, as well as a sizable parcel of enchanting woodland, in addition to being set off a quiet country lane, located well away from any busy traffic, yet within very easy driving distance of Lewes, Uckfield and Brighton, so making this property perfect for London and Brighton city commuters.

In addition, this property also benefits from a detached 3 bedroomed holiday cottage / annex, which has allowed for a successful Well-being / Yoga and executive retreat business to be run to date.

This elegantly styled architect designed ultra-modern country residence also has fabulous eco credentials already incorporated, including underfloor heating, solar panels, high specification insulation systems and double glazing throughout. Very little energy is needed to heat this property, which we understand was a specific design concept within its initial creation concept.

To the ground floor, the current main open plan styled living with an open plan kitchen / breakfast room, open plan dining room, open plan lounge and open plan sitting room, is perfect for today’s living requirements, yet there is an inner hall that also leads to a separate family room, and currently two double ground floor bedrooms, which can be also used as a study and or a library etc, as well as even being knocked through for larger reception rooms or further ensuites subject to planning. There is also a cloakroom / shower room that is used by the existing two ground floor bedrooms.

On the first-floor landing, all the further 4 double bedrooms have ensuites and balconies with the most stunning aspects of the surrounding countryside.

Furthermore, the property was designed to have an additional level either for a large roof entertaining terrace area, or indeed, for additional planning to be sort for further accommodation, such as a cinema room or new master suite.

With the circa 6.314 acres, this property easily caters for equestrian use amongst smallholding activities etc.

We would highly recommend a viewing to appreciate this property’s unique and impressive attributes, as well as its idyllic setting, which is so strategically well situated.

Location: The very impressive and substantial elegant ultra modern bespoke architect designed 6 double bedroomed country property is perfectly positioned down a quiet country lane near the highly desirable village of Laughton near Lewes East Sussex, yet within only a few minute’s drive of Lewes, Brighton and Uckfield with their mainline stations for London and extensive shopping and leisure facilities.

This property’s setting is further enhanced by being set within its own private grounds of circa 6.314 acres and being surrounded further by beautiful Sussex countryside.

The South Downs are a few minutes away, as are a number of horse bridleways and a labyrinth of public walking footpaths, as well as never ending cycling routes to suit all types of abilities.

Glyndebourne Opera House is close by also, as are many National Trust Properties and an abundance of museums. Additionally, there are golf courses nearby at Uckfield and Piltdown, as well as Lewes.

Laughton village now has a regular main bus route and a popular public house, as well as an award-winning local shop and post office. In our opinion, you couldn’t wish for a more pleasant setting to own a property, which is also so well placed for commuting.

Depending upon educational requirements, there is an abundance of choice within the general locality of Sussex, including Bede’s, Brighton College, Lancing, Battle Abbey, Mayfield School for Girls and Eastbourne College to name but a few. There are also well respected state facilities to choose from.

Accommodation: From the extensive gravel driveway there is a paved pathway leading to a character gothic style wooden door with a glazed upper half that opens into this stunning open plan reception hall.

Open plan reception hall: Comprising of oak floors, with coat storage areas either side. This area then opens to a fabulous substantial sized open plan living arrangement comprising of a kitchen / breakfast room, a formal dining room and a lounge / sitting room.

Kitchen / breakfast room: Comprising of an extensive range of modern high gloss cupboard and base units with beautiful marble worktops over, twin butlers sink with brushed steel mixer taps, fitted oven and grill over, five ring gas hob with brushed steel hood over, brushed steel back plate, central island with large elegant marble work surfaces over and breakfast bar over hang to seat 4 people, further high gloss base units, integrated dishwasher, integrated dishwasher, integrated fridge freezer, wonderful tiled floor, door to adjoining utility room.

Utility room: Comprising of the continuation of the fabulous tiled flooring, matching range of cupboards and base units with fitted stainless steel sink with mixer tap, space for other appliances, double glazed windows with views over the surrounding grounds, double glazed door to side gardens.

Open plan dining room: Comprising of oak floors, central ceiling light above the dining room area, two central pillars either side, feature bi folding double-glazed doors with wonderful aspect over the beautiful grounds that in all total circa 6.314 acres.

Open plan lounge area: Comprising of oak floors, downlighting, further bi folding double-glazed doors, also with wonderful views over the attractive rear circa 6.314 acres of gardens and grounds.

Open plan sitting room: Comprising of oak floors, downlights, feature wood burner with stone hearth and sides, sliding double glazed doors to side garden, further bi folding double-glazed doors to the rear gardens and adjoining grazing land totalling circa 6.314 acres.

Inner hall: Approached from the large combined open plan living areas through an open archway and comprises of a continuation of the elegant oak flooring, with doors leading off to a cloakroom / shower room, family room, ground floor bedroom 5 and ground floor bedroom 6. In addition, there is a feature oak staircase leading to the first-floor accommodation.

Family room: Comprising of attractive oak floors and large sliding double glazed doors with aspect and opening out to the wonderful adjoining private gardens and grounds of circa 6.314 acres.

Ground floor bedroom five: A double sized room, which could also be used as an office also benefitting from the attractive oak floors, central ceiling light, feature double glazed sliding doors with aspect and opening out to the rear gardens and grazing paddocks in all totalling circa 6.314 acres.

Ground floor bedroom six: Comprising of a double sized room with attractive oak floors and double-glazed window with aspect over the front gardens and grounds.

Cloakroom / shower room: Comprising of beautiful travertine tiled flooring, WC, chrome heated towel rail and feature wash basin with travertine plinth and splashback, wall mirror above, shower with glazed and chrome sides, tiled walls, and chrome shower control system, frosted double glazed window.

First floor accommodation: Approached by a feature oak and heavy glazed staircase leading up from the inner hall, with an elegant double glazed mezzanine window with aspect to the front grounds.

First floor landing: Comprising of a skylight, oak and glazed galleried area with aspect to the mezzanine area and feature double glazed window, carpeted floors and doors leading off to bedrooms 1,2,3 and 4, as well as a laundry room.

Bedroom one main suite with ensuite bathroom / shower room & balcony: Comprising of a double sized room with a central ceiling light fitted modern wardrobe cupboards, door to ensuite bathroom / shower room, large feature double glazed sliding doors opening to a fabulous covered balcony which enjoys stunning rural views.

Ensuite bathroom / shower room to bedroom one: Comprising of fitted panelled bath with tiled walls, shower control system heavy glazed side, chrome heated towel rail, travertine tiled floor, WC, feature wash basin with travertine plinth and splashback, downlighting, double glazed frosted window.

Bedroom two with ensuite shower room & balcony: Comprising of a double sized room with fitted modern wardrobes, central ceiling light, door to ensuite shower room, double glazed sliding doors opening onto the feature covered balcony with amazing far reaching rural views.

Ensuite shower room to bedroom two: Comprising of travertine marble floors and walls, WC, feature wash basin with travertine plinth and splashback, wall mirror above with lights, heavy glazed sided shower / wet room area with chrome shower control system, chrome heated towel rail.

Bedroom three with ensuite ensuite shower room & balcony: Comprising of a double sized room with fitted modern wardrobes, central ceiling light, door to ensuite shower room, double glazed sliding doors opening to the feature balcony with stunning rural views.

Ensuite shower room to bedroom three: Comprising of a WC, feature wash basin with chrome mixer tap and travertine plinth and splashback, mirror over, chrome wall mounted heater / towel rail, travertine tiled floor, heavy glazed sided shower with tiled walls, chrome shower control system.

Bedroom four with ensuite shower & balcony: Comprising of a double sized room with fitted modern wardrobes, door to ensuite shower room, double glazed window with aspect to side gardens and associated grounds totalling circa 6.314 acres, further double-glazed sliding doors opening out onto the feature balcony, which enjoys beautiful rural views.

Ensuite shower room to bedroom four: Comprising of a WC, feature wash basin with chrome mixer tap, travertine plinth and travertine splash back, chrome wall mounted heated towel rail, double glazed frosted window.

Outside / please note: The property has a separate detached annex / holiday cottage / home office building, which currently has been used as a private commercial Yoga facility building.

Detached three bedroomed annex / holiday cottage / home office / yoga facility: Comprising of a character entrance door which opens into an open plan hall / lounge / kitchen dining room. Which has a spiral staircase leading up to a mezzanine bedroom, as well as door leading off to the inner hall, bedroom two, three and a large Yoga room.

Accommodation: Open plan hall with beamed ceiling, adjoining lounge area with a feature wood burner, double glazed window to the front grounds.

Kitchen: Comprising of a range of modern base units with fitted 1 1⁄2 sink unit with chrome mixer tap, further fitted butlers sink, space for cooker, hood above, space for fridge, windows with aspect to front grounds.

Open plan dining area: With beamed central pillar to side, downlights, spiral staircase to upper floor, door to inner hall.

Upper mezzainine room: With a vaulted ceiling, beamed sides, fits a double bed window to far end.

Inner hall: Comprising bamboo wood flooring, downlighting, fitted shelving, doors leading off to bedrooms 1 and two, as well as to the shower room / cloakroom, in addition to a further large reception room currently used as a Yoga room.

Annex / holiday let bedroom two with ensuite shower room: A double sized room with two skylights to ceiling, character ceiling beam, door to ensuite shower room.

Ensuite shower room to bedroom two: Comprising of WC, wash basin with travertine plinth and splashback, mirror above, glazed shower front with sliding door, chrome shower control system.

Annex / holiday let bedroom three with ensuite shower room: Comprising of a double sized room, with feature character beams to ceiling, windows with aspect to front grounds, door to ensuite shower room.

Ensuite shower room to bedroom three: With a WC, shower with heavy glazed front with sliding door and chrome shower control system, feature wash basin with chrome mixer tap and travertine plinth and splash back, mirror above.

Cloakroom / shower room: Comprising of a WC, chrome towel rail / radiator, heavy glazed fronted shower with sliding door, wash basin with travertine plinth and splashback, mirror above, downlight.

Large reception room / yoga hall: Comprising of an extensive bamboo wooden floor area which has been able to cater for a large number of students at one time and also benefits from full height and width bi folding double-glazed doors which open to the front grounds.

Gardens and grounds: These are understood to extend to circa 6.314 acres to be verified and comprise of formal gardens mainly to the rear southerly aspect, extensive grazing paddocks, as well as a parcel of enchanting woodland, in addition to two ponds.

Gardens: To the rear there are level lawns which are then dived by a post and rail fence with access gates leading to the adjoining grazing meadows. The property does also have side gardens with further grass areas and mature trees beyond.

The main south facing garden could be easily made into a more formal and structured garden if require, but the current owners have enjoyed the more natural styling to embrace the adjoining attractive grazing meadows.

Rear grazing meadow: This is located beyond the rear garden and continues the natural level grass areas, that then end with an established pond. To one side of the grazing meadow are mature hedges, trees and fencing, as well as a further gated access leading off from the quiet country lane that passes by.

Side grazing meadows: These are located parallel to the rear meadow and are divided predominantly by an established line of mature trees. Beyond the second grazing meadows is a large adjoining parcel of woodland.

Pond with cabin: Wooden building overlooking the attractive pond.

Woodland: This comprises of a mixture of young and mature trees as well as enjoying an annual display of bluebells.

Please note: The property’s circa 6.314 acres of land has excellent potential for equestrian use enhancement, due to its location near bridleways, as well as its generous grazing paddocks. Especially as there are good existing natural ground levels for the creation of an all-weather menage and a stable complex (subject to planning).

Agents note: Please note that these details have been prepared as a general guide and do not form part of a contract. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes are approximate and should not be relied upon. Any verbal statements or information given about this property, again, should not be relied on and should not form part of a contract or agreement to purchase.

EPC: C with potential for A

Council Tax Band: G