Lower Station Road, Newick, BN8

Contemporary, substantially sized and perfect for families: Kingscote is a uniquely appointed home in excess of 3000 sq ft situated in a green, peaceful semi-rural position midway between the villages of Newick and North Chailey. The property was constructed circa 1968 and has been subject to an extensive programme of renovations, including a two-storey extension to the front. The layout of the house makes it ideal for family life and multigenerational living, with a choice of living spaces for different occasions, a self-contained studio space with its own separate access via the boot room. The flexibility of the house also makes it ideal for entertaining, with a large open plan living area for big gatherings and a separate dining/family room/snug for movie nights. Internally the house is exceptionally modern and is fitted with underfloor heating, solar panels and a wired sound system ground floor and EV charging point.
A welcoming reception hall with built-in storage leads to a family room, a study, a large open plan living area and kitchen, which leads to a fabulous boot room that’s great for muddy dogs. There is also a utility room with space for laundry machines and a cloakroom with WC.
Upstairs, there are four double bedrooms situated together, including two en suite and a separate family bath/shower room. With a separate entrance from the garden, there is also a first-floor studio space with en suite facilities that’s a great option for grandparents or older children.

Outside

Kingscote is tucked down a quiet, secluded plot enclosed by mature trees and greenery. To the front, a large driveway provides parking for several cars in front of an attached double garage, with a parcel of lawn to the front. The rear garden feels fantastically private and features a large terrace for outdoor entertaining, an expansive lawn, established shrubs and a garden room with adjoining hot tub (available by separate negotiation).

Situation

The popular village of Newick is known for its thriving community feel and attractive village green. Amenities include a village shop, newsagent, pharmacy, butcher, baker, Post Office and three pubs, as well as a doctor’s surgery. For more comprehensive shopping, Haywards Heath is 7.5 miles, while the city of Brighton is 15 miles on the south coast. Transport links are excellent with the M23/A23 providing good access to Gatwick and the national motorway network. Haywards Heath mainline station offers services to London Bridge/ Brighton in approx. 55 minutes. Within the local area there are many highly regarded schools and college, including Newick and Fletching primary schools, Chailey Secondary School and Cumnor House. There is excellent walking and riding within the South Downs National Park, sailing on the South Coast and opera at Glyndebourne.

Additional Information

Local Authority: Lewes Council
Council Tax Band: G

Services
Mains water, electricity, gas and drainage are supplied to the property. Solar panels with management system for battery storage, hot water and hot tub (subject to separate negotiation).

Tenure
Freehold