High Street, Upper Beeding, Steyning, West Sussex, BN44

REMARKABLE PERIOD PROPERTY ADJACENT TO THE RIVER ADUR, IN THE PICTURESQUE DOWNSLAND VILLAGE SETTING OF UPPER BEEDING. UNIQUELY BENEFITTING FROM HISTORIC MOORING RIGHTS ALONG APPROX 300FT OF RIVERBANK, INTEGRATED ANNEXE / PARTY ROOM AND PRIVATE PARKING.




Built in 1833 and with a colourful history, Blann House is a distinguished Grade II listed Italianate villa-style property, notable for its unique and remarkable location. Positioned alongside the Monarch's Way, the River Adur and the historic Beeding Bridge, the location of this exceptional property provides uninterrupted views across the South Downs National Park, from Lancing College to Chanctonbury Ring.

The property features extensive river frontage and historic boat moorings that span the length of the plot. The entire property has undergone a complete restoration and has not only been meticulously conserved, but also modernized to an exceptionally high standard. Highlights of the renovation include full CAT6 ethernet cabling and USB charging points throughout, a cinema/projector area, significant extension at the rear of the property, fully restored original sash windows and architectural glass roofs.

In more detail
Upon arriving in this exquisite home, the bespoke detailing of the restoration is abundantly clear the moment you walk in. Karndean flooring in a period geometric design unifies the ground floor. From the hallway, the first of 3 reception rooms is grand and sumptuously decorated in period style and leads through double doors to the rear modern open-plan living room, cinema and dining area with glass roof above. You flow through the next 2 reception rooms and reach the show-stopping handcrafted luxury kitchen, with a sandstone floor that extends seamlessly through double-glazed Artline SAPA sliding doors onto the sandstone patio courtyard. The kitchen features hand-veneered lacquered Rosewood cabinets, paired beautifully with the butterflied quartzite counter tops, horseshoe dining table, surrounds and splashbacks presenting an opulent finish, brought to life with natural light streaming through the seamless glass roof which runs along the whole kitchen extension. For culinary enthusiasts, the quartzite island kitchen island is fitted with a 5-ring gas hob, teppanyaki plate & steak grill as a perfect way to wow your guests. The kitchen also offers a top of the range double appliance bank with integrated TV and stunning sputnik chandelier centrepiece.

This spacious house accommodates an invaluable integrated annexe, entered either from the riverside path or from the living room. It offers a multitude of potential uses, whether it be a guest entertaining space, accommodation for guests, relations or an au pair, or a spacious office. It has its own fully-fitted kitchen with external air extraction, shower & WC room, 2 reception rooms, one with banquette seating and a bar for food or drink preparation. Below is a large cellar providing invaluable storage space.

Upstairs
Ascending the Missoni-inspired carpeted stairs, the first floor comprises a family bathroom and four double bedrooms all finished with an impeccably sympathetic décor, and river views from every room. Beds 1 and 2 are both optional masters, sharing a Jack-and-Jill orient-inspired bathroom, with Bed 1 stepping out onto a fabulous veranda terrace with large privacy screen, offering an incredible way to start your morning with a coffee and a newspaper, taking in the uninterrupted views across the South Downs National Park. Bed 2 is equal in size and offers Northern views of the river winding up towards Henfield. Bed 3 is very spacious and currently configured as a fully equipped gym and Bed 4 is a double room currently configured as a luxury dressing room.

The family bathroom is fitted with granite counter tops and surrounds, bath, shower, basin and vanity. There is also a large boarded & insulated loft, offering additional storage and aiding the property’s energy efficiency.

Historical insight from the current owners:
“The prominent style, character and elevated position of this property are representative of Edward Blann’s status when he commissioned its construction as a dwelling house for his new family. It is highly visible and unique and is the only Italianate villa-style Grade II listed building which directly abuts the River Adur. Its architecture would have been very fashionable and prominent for its time in such a small village. “

Outside
Stepping out of the Artline sliding doors from the kitchen or lounge, the sandstone courtyard echoes the Mediterranean Italianate architecture. Providing a perfect sun trap, the patio features mirrored walls, mature shrubs and a copper tree water fountain, and adjoins the kitchen as an outdoor room for alfresco dining, with access to the roof terrace above.

Beyond the private parking area, a large, South-facing sunken, turfed garden with raised decked areas enjoys views over the river and hills. There is a cabin served with water and electric power, and a lockable outside open storage area. The riverbank has historic mooring rights, entitling the owner to moor up to 10 x 30ft/10m boats or barges, either for enjoyment of the many activities the river has to offer, or as a possible source of rental income. This riverside path forms part of the historic Monarch’s Way on the River Adur, part of the escape route taken by King Charles II in 1651, after being defeated in the Battle of Worcester.


EPC rating - D Council Tax – G

Broadband & Mobile Phone Coverage – Prospective buyers should check the Ofcom Checker website Planning Permissions – Please check the local authority website for any planning permissions that may affect this property or properties close by.

Parking – NO CONTROLLED ZONE (Comes with private parking)

***Boats have added using CGI.
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