Bedlam Street, Hurstpierpoint

A very well presented and contemporary fashioned Victorian semi-detached house, set in captivating gardens and grounds of approximately 1.1 acres, outbuildings and glorious views of the South Downs

Hurstpierpoint is a vibrant village with a bustling High Street including a green grocers, deli, butchers, Post Office, 4 restaurants, 3 public houses and a church. The larger village of Hassocks, with its mainline train station provides regular rail services to London. There are also a range of revered state and private schools locally.

Situated within an enchanting setting at the foot of the South Downs, this character filled semi-detached house blends contemporary and stylish finishes with period features indicative of its era. With the addition of a studio/office and 2 luxury cottages, the property is set in wonderful grounds and offers flexibility for multi-generational living or the option to immerse yourself in an established lifestyle business. Having been stylishly updated over the tenure of the current vendors the main house boasts accommodation over 3 floors. A classic country kitchen with vaulted ceilings, a focal ‘Aga’ and range of luxury integrated appliances form part of the ground floor along with the sitting room which is full of light and boasts a sizable cast iron burner. Stairs lead to the first floor where a principle bedroom suite resides complimented by a walk in dressing room and en-suite bathroom. There is also the benefit of a family shower room on the first floor. 2 further bedrooms lie on the second floor. There is considered scope to enlarge the property (stnc). Raised patios and terrace areas adjoin the property on 3 sides of the property to follow the everchanging position of the sun throughout the day. Manicured lawns extend from this with scattered mature trees and established shrub beds showcasing a wealth of country planting with the backdrop of the undulating hills behind. There are many areas to relax including a raised decked contemplation area and wood fired hot tub that skirts the southern boundary. A further secret garden lies hidden behind a gate with pathways meandering through the wild grass and orchard of fruit trees.

KITCHEN
‘Shaker style’ wall and base units
Oak worksurfaces and breakfast bar
Oil fired ‘Aga’
Inset large ‘Butler Style’ sink
Inset electric ‘Induction’ hob
Fitted electric oven
Fitted dishwasher

BATHROOMS

Family Shower Room
Fully tiled shower cubicle with wall mounted shower, hand shower attachment and glazed door
Low level w.c. suite with concealed cistern
Free standing stone wash hand basin with drawers under and wall mounted taps
Heated ladder style towel radiator
Tiled floor

En-Suite Bathroom
Free standing bath with wall mounted taps and hand shower attachment
Low level w.c. suite
Stone wash hand basin with drawers under
Tiled floor

SPECIFICATION
14kw Air source heat pump servicing the main house
Scope to enlarge the property (stnc)
Planning permission for third holiday let
Studio with light and power currently used as an office
Private landscaped gardens and grounds of approx..1.1 acres
Uninterrupted views of the South Downs
Opportunity to continue established lifestyle business with 2 annexes


OUTBUILDINGS
Located within the grounds are 2 equally stylish outbuildings which form an established ‘holiday let’ business generating a regular income (please refer to the agent for details).
‘The Lodge’ 
Set in a tranquil and idyllic setting this single storey modern structure has open plan living with a living area, kitchen and bedroom. Double bi- fold doors open onto the elevated terrace and out over the gardens beyond. Adjacent to The Lodge is a contemporary wood fired hot tub and sauna.
‘The Stable’
Takes the form a beautiful attached two-storey cottage with its own covered private patio, comprising an open plan living area with kitchenette, shower room and first floor bedroom.


SERVICES
Mains water – shared supply with our neighbour
Private drainage
Full fibre broadband giving speeds of up to approx. 1000mps


EXTERNAL
The property is approached via a hedgerow lined driveway with parking for several cars. The gardens surround the property on 3 sides. A raised ‘knott’ garden with extensive planting hides the entrance to the store on the northern side of the property along with the entrance to one of the cottages. The terrace continues and incorporates a modern studio with light and power currently used as an office. A paved terrace on the southern side provides one of many spaces to entertain. The immediate gardens are predominately laid to lawn with established trees, well stocked shrub plant beds and a central full functioning well with electric pump installed. Skirting the southern boundary are further areas to relax and enjoy the views of the Downs from a wood fired hot tub and fire pit area along with a raised decked area with wood burning stove. Access via a timber gate and behind a dividing hedge is a self contained annexe with double modern bi-fold doors. Purposely mowed trails run through the wild garden sweeping in and out of the ornamental pond, a kitchen garden, including many raised vegetable beds and a variety of fruit trees including cherry, plum and walnut.

DIRECTIONS
Please refer to The Agents for specific directions; SatNav directions may take you from Hurstpierpoint to the north end of Bedlam Street, which is a vehicular no through road.