Boreham House, Boreham Street, East Sussex, BN27 4SF

Boreham House is a handsome Grade II listed property with immaculately manicured gardens, outbuildings and extensive grounds, backing onto stunning rolling High Weald countryside.

The property dates from the 18th century and features attractive elevations of red brick and hung tile, while inside there are various splendid original details, including sash windows, ornate ceiling cornicing and impressive original fireplaces.

The ground floor has four main reception rooms, including the dining room and the snug at the front, both of which have southfacing aspects and cast-iron fireplaces.

Towards the rear there is a stunning drawing room with wooden flooring and a grand inglenook fireplace, while the spacious kitchen/breakfast room with its brick flooring, exposed timber beams and fireplace recessed Aga provides further ground-floor entertaining space.

The kitchen has rustic fitted wooden units, while the utility room has further fitted units and space for home storage. There is a bright dining room with fireplace, ideal for formal dining.

There is also an office/games room and wine cellar located in the cellar itself. There are four beautifully appointed double bedrooms on the first floor.

These include the generous principal bedroom, which offers far-reaching views and benefits from a luxury en suite bathroom with a bathtub and a walk-in shower.

Two further bedrooms are en suite, while the fourth bedroom has a dressing room and shower room. The second floor offers two additional bedrooms, plus a dressing room and family bathroom.

Ancillary accommodation can be found in The Stables, providing a sitting room, a well-equipped kitchen, a bathroom and two bedrooms.

The 2.15 acres comprises immaculately manicured formal gardens, charming dell, field beyond and woodland, all enjoying breathtaking views of The High Weald (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).

Outside, the landscaped walled gardens include pristine lawns, clipped trees and hedgerows and sunny patio areas, while beyond there are rolling meadows and paddocks backing onto open countryside.

Outbuildings include two garages, a greenhouse, a shed, a summer house and a garden bar and deck, with an outlook across the stunning High Weald.

The tiny village of Boreham Street lies in a picturesque position on the edge of The High Weald and within easy reach of Battle, Eastbourne and Hailsham.

There is a local pub in the village, while nearby Windmill Hill provides several amenities, including a post office and general store.

The larger village of Herstmonceux lies a mile to the west, and offers further amenities, including a primary school and a selection of shops and facilities, including a post office, a general store and a pharmacy, while Hailsham provides access to supermarkets, leisure facilities and secondary schooling.

Independent schools in the area include Battle Abbey School, Bede’s Senior School and Claremont School.

The coast at Pevensey is about six miles to the south, whilst the bustling coastal town of Eastbourne is 11 miles away.

The area is well connected by road, with the A259 and A27 providing access towards access in the direction of Lewes and Hastings, and the A26 and A21 providing routes towards London.

Mainline rail services to London Bridge/Charing Cross are available at Battle (1 hour 10 minutes).