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About
A beautifully presented and luxuriously equipped detached house of recent construction and unusually generous proportions enviably located within a scenic downland village location Commanding glorious southerly views over the village cricket field to the downs and toward the sea at Belle Tout, this delightful property was constructed in recent years to a fine specification with flint finished elevations and classical Georgian styling.
The accommodation has been significantly improved since its original construction and only an internal inspection will convey its high merit. Early vacant possession might be available.
Adjacent to the scenic cricket ground and with direct access to the beautiful countryside of the South Downs National Park, Mary Ann Lane sits at the south edge of the picturesque and old world village of East Dean.
The sea at Birling Gap is only a short distance away and there are local shopping facilities in East Dean as well as the ancient Tiger Inn and picturesque parish church.
The principal shopping facilities are at Eastbourne which is only about 4 miles distant together with theatres, one of the finest Victorian seafronts on the south coast and mainline rail services to London Victoria and to Gatwick.
There is world class opera at nearby Glyndebourne and Channel ferries from Newhaven. The property is approached from the bridal path at the front or by vehicular access at the rear.
Double glazed and panelled front door to Spacious Reception Hall With radiator, tiled floor, deep storage cupboard below stairs.
Spacious Cloakroom With inset wash basin, low level wc, radiator, tiled floor, extractor fan, window.
Spacious Sitting Room (5.97m x 4.75m (19' 7" x 15' 7")) Commanding a fine southerly aspect including a glorious view over the adjacent cricket ground to scenic downland countryside and Belle Tout Light House.
Handsome stone fire surround with log burning stove, 2 radiators, double glazed casement doors give access to the garden.
Magnificent Open Plan Kitchen/Dining Room (5.97m x 5.38m (19' 7" x 17' 8")) Commanding views over the adjacent downland countryside and over the gardens.
Extensive range of working surfaces with drawers and cupboards below and matching soft closing wall cabinets over, inset china double sink with tap, integrated appliances include the Bosch oven with 4 ring induction hob with filter hood over, dishwashing machine and space for an American style refrigerator, 2 radiators, tiled floor, inset ceiling lighting and double glazed tri-fold doors give access to the terrace and garden and double doors give access to the Sitting Room.
Utility Room (2.34m x 2.18m (7' 8" x 7' 2")) With range of working surfaces with drawers and cupboards below and inset stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, plumbing for washing machine and space for dryer, wall mounted Worcester gas fired boiler, radiator, tiled floor and garden aspect.
The staircase rises from the Reception Hall to the large First Floor Landing with radiator, deep shelved linen storage cupboard and large cupboard housing the Worcester hot water cylinder, retractable ladder gives access to the loft space above.
Master Bedroom Suite Comprising Bedroom 1 (5.97m x 4.04m (19' 7" x 13' 3")) Commanding glorious views over the cricket field and toward the sea and Belle Tout Lighthouse, radiator and door to Spacious Shower Room With large shower with wall mounted shower fitting, wash basin, low level wc, heated towel rail, tiled floor, extractor fan and window.
Bedroom 2 (5.03m x 3.66m (16' 6" x 12' 0")) Into the wide door recess, radiator and double aspect. Bedroom 3 (4.17m x 3.96m (13' 8" x 13' 0")) With a double aspect including fine views to the downs.
Spacious Family Bathroom With panelled bath with wall mounted shower fittings, wash basin, low level wc, heated towel rail and garden aspect.
Outside An important feature of this property is the lovely and easily maintained garden setting.
Arranged to the front and rear the gardens have been beautifully landscaped and whilst extensively lawned they feature profusely stocked borders containing a wide variety of roses, flowering shrubs and ornamental trees.
The principal area of rear garden extends to a depth of about 40' and features a pergola with a variety of climbing roses.
A wide paved terrace flanks the rear elevation and a timber framed Gazebo secures afternoon sunshine. At the end of the garden is a screened utility area with access to the double garage.
Double Garage (6.05m x 5.23m (19' 10" x 17' 2")) With electronically operated up and over door, power and light points and double doors at the rear give access to the garden.
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