Detached house for sale in The Brow, Friston, Eastbourne, East Sussex BN20

A magnificent 4/5 bedroom detached house of individual and contemporary design with lovely landscape gardens commanding far reaching views from the much sought after downland area of Friston. Council Tax Band F

Highdown retains many of its original retro sixties features which have been further enhanced by additional bespoke improvements. The property affords spacious and flexible accommodation with all principal rooms taking advantage of the fine southerly views. Four double bedrooms have en suite shower rooms/bathrooms with 3 having access to balconies. Only a viewing will convey the considerable merit of this most stylish family home.<br /><br />Highdown occupies a lovely situation located within the South Downs National Park affording wonderful recreational opportunity with some of Sussex's important landmarks within walking distance, most notably the Seven Sisters Country Park, Cuckmere Valley, Friston Forest, Beachy Head and Birling Gap, with many other well known landscapes beyond following the renowned South Downs Way. The charming village of East Dean is nearby and comprehensive shopping facilities can be found in Eastbourne which is approximately 4 miles distant and Seaford which is approximately 5 miles distant. Rail services to London Victoria and to Gatwick can also be found in both towns as well as nearby Polegate. The area offers a good mix of private and state run schools. Sporting facilities in the area are numerous and include 3 principal golf courses and one of the largest sailing marinas on the south coast.

Spacious Reception Hall (5.8m x 5.49m (19' 0" x 18' 0"))

With polished hardwood floor, access to loft space.

Cloakroom

With wash basin with mixer tap with vanity unit, low level wc, heated towel rail/radiator.

Sitting Room (7.95m x 4.7m (26' 1" x 15' 5"))

With double aspect and far reaching southerly views with polished hardwood wall panelling, remote controlled log effect electric fire.

Kitchen/Dining Room (7.72m x 4.47m (25' 4" x 14' 8"))

Maximum measurements of the L shaped room and comprising dining area 12'10 x 9'10 with vaulted ceiling, polished hardwood panelling and floor, sliding patio doors to southerly sun terrace with far reaching views. Kitchen 15' x 13'3 with polished hardwood work surfaces with cupboards and drawers under and matching wall cupboards, one and a half bowl inset stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, 4 ring induction hob with extractor fan over, Bosch appliances include wine cooler, microwave, dishwasher, large central island and breakfast bar with polished hardwood working surface with cupboards under, tiled floor, sliding patio doors to southerly sun terrace.

Master Bedroom Suite Comprising Bedroom 1 (6.1m x 4.1m (20' 0" x 13' 5"))

With sliding patio doors to southerly sun terrace and door to

En Suite Bathroom/Shower Room

With panelled bath with mixer tap, shower unit, wash basin with mixer tap, low level wc, fully tiled, heated towel rail/radiator.

Large Balcony

With far reaching views.

Bedroom 2 (5.3m x 3.05m (17' 5" x 10' 0"))

With extensive range of fitted wardrobes with hardwood doors, door to

En Suite Bathroom/Shower Room

With free standing bath with mixer tap, shower unit, wash basin with mixer tap, low level wc, heated towel rail/radiator.

Bedroom 3 (4.5m x 3.68m (14' 9" x 12' 1"))

With fitted wardrobes, door to

En Suite Shower Room

With shower unit, wash basin with mixer tap, low level wc, heated towel rail/radiator.

Balcony

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The staircase leads to the Lower Floor Landing with polished hardwood flooring, under stairs storage cupboard, radiator.

Bedroom 4 (6.3m x 4.1m (20' 8" x 13' 5"))

With far reaching views, fitted wardrobes, door to

En Suite Shower Room

With shower unit, wash basin with mixer tap, low level wc, heated towel rail/radiator.

Utility Room

With working surface with cupboards under and matching wall cupboards, double bowl inset sink unit with mixer tap, space and plumbing for washing machine, gas fired boiler, hot water tanks, sound system hob, filter and pump for pool.

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A Second Staircase from the reception hall provides access to

Study/Bedroom 5 (3.9m x 3.05m (12' 10" x 10' 0"))

With door to

Shower Room

With shower unit, wash basin with mixer tap, low level wc, heated towel rail/radiator.

Study (4.9m x 1.55m (16' 1" x 5' 1"))

With far reaching views, cupboard, air conditioning unit, double doors to southerly sun terrace.

Indoor Swimming Pool

With heated Swim Jet pool with tiled surround and bi folding doors to southerly sun terrace.

Outside

The gardens extend in all to abotu half an acre. To the rear of the property there is a large terraced landscaped garden which has been thoughtfully designed by our client and can be best described as a English garden with Japanese influences with the inclusions of maples, acers and similar oriental species. Mainly laid to lawn for ease of maintenance there are shrub borders. Mature trees and shrubs offer a high degree of privacy. Other features include a tropical style barbeque area with flagged stone flooring, various sun terraces and a central ornamental pond. There is also additional landscaping to the front of the property with similar influences.

Double Garage (5.92m x 4.93m (19' 5" x 16' 2"))

With electric up and over door, power and lighting, working surface with cupboards under and matching wall cupboards, butlers sink with hot and cold taps, mechanics pit, door providing internal access to house.

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A sweeping in and out driveway provides off street parking for several vehicles.