Charles Wycherley Independent Estate Agents are delighted to present a rare and exciting opportunity to acquire a detached home in the highly sought-after Houndean Rise, set within a quiet residential setting and enjoying a generous plot backing directly onto the South Downs. This attractive property offers considerable scope for modernisation and extension, making it ideal for purchasers seeking to create a bespoke family home in a prime location. The house is of an appealing older style and is arranged with well-proportioned accommodation. To the first floor are two double bedrooms, a dressing room and a family bathroom. The ground floor features a central reception hall, leading through to a spacious dual-aspect sitting room positioned to the western side, while to the rear and centre is an extended dining room/conservatory, providing a bright and versatile living space overlooking the garden. Beyond this lies the kitchen, complemented by an additional utility area which in turn provides access to the integral garage. Externally, the property benefits from a substantial frontage with a large driveway providing ample off-road parking. To the rear, a particular feature is the impressive garden extending to approximately 110' in depth, beautifully planted and enjoying a high degree of privacy. The garden backs directly onto woodland and the South Downs, offering a wonderful outlook and a tranquil, semi-rural atmosphere. The property is fitted with electric heating and double glazed windows throughout.
Houndean Rise itself is a quiet outer circle comprising predominantly 1930s detached homes, along with some semi-detached properties, all typically set within generous plots. Situated on the western outskirts of Lewes, the area is well served by local bus routes providing access to nearby universities and the coastal city of Brighton. There is also excellent road connectivity via the A27 and A23, linking to Gatwick and London. Lewes town centre is within approximately a 10-minute walk, offering a wide range of independent shops, public houses, cafés and restaurants, along with several superstores. Lewes Railway Station provides direct services to London Victoria and London Bridge in around 70 minutes and is conveniently located close to the popular Depot Cinema.
ACCOMMODATION WITH APPROXIMATE MEASUREMENTS COMPRISES:-
FIRST FLOOR
LANDING
The first-floor landing provides access to the insulated loft space via a hatch with a folding ladder, and is complemented by a UPVC double glazed window to the front elevation, offering a pleasant outlook over the garden. An airing cupboard houses a pre-lagged copper hot water cylinder with immersion heater, along with additional storage and solar controls. Stairs descend to the ground floor, featuring attractive oak handrails.
PRINCIPAL BEDROOM (1): 15'4 x 13'9
The principal bedroom is a generously proportioned double aspect room, enjoying a southerly outlook towards Juggs Lane and the South Downs, as well as views over the rear garden. The room benefits from an extensive range of fitted furniture, including both double and single wardrobes, one of which features a mirrored door, together with a fitted dresser, drawer units and bedside cabinets, creating a practical and well-appointed space.
BEDROOM 2: 12'3 x 12'2
Bedroom 2 is also a comfortable double room, enjoying a south-westerly aspect with views towards the South Downs. This room is fitted with a fold-down bed and a built-in study desk, offering versatility for use as a guest room or home office. Adjacent is a DRESSING ROOM, 6'9 x 5'5, which provides excellent storage with a double wardrobe incorporating sliding doors, hanging rail and shelving. This space offers clear potential to be converted into an en-suite bathroom. A UPVC double glazed window to the front provides additional natural light and views towards the Downs.
BATHROOM: 8'3 x 6'6
The family bathroom is fitted with a corner bath with seat, an independent shower, low level wc and pedestal wash basin. The room is finished with tiled walls, a fitted mirror, shaver light point and a double glazed window, creating a bright and functional space.
GROUND FLOOR
RECEPTION HALL: 12'6 x 12'5
The ground floor is accessed via an oak entrance door leading into a spacious reception hall, featuring an electric storage heater and an attractive brick fireplace with stone hearth and wooden mantel. A large UPVC double glazed picture window to the front allows for an abundance of natural light.
CLOAKROOM
An internal lobby leads to a downstairs cloakroom, fitted with a low level wc and wash hand basin, as well as a useful understairs storage cupboard.
DINING ROOM / CONSERVATORY: 21'5 x 12'3
To the rear of the property, the dining room/conservatory provides a generous and versatile living space, with a tiled floor and double glazed windows to the east, opening through to the sitting room.
SITTING ROOM: 25'6 x 12'4
The sitting room itself is an impressive triple aspect space, with double glazed windows to the front and south-west, along with patio doors opening directly onto the rear garden, creating a bright and airy principal reception area.
KITCHEN: 12'4 x 6'9
The kitchen is fitted with a range of units, incorporating a stainless steel 1½ bowl sink with mixer taps and drainer, a 4-ring electric ceramic hob with extractor above, and an electric oven. There is also an integrated dishwasher, along with ample cupboards, drawers and worktop space, including a deep shelved larder cupboard. A rear lobby with tiled flooring provides access to the garden and leads to a UTILITY ROOM, 7'2 x 4'4, offering space for a fridge/freezer and additional shelving.
INTEGRAL GARAGE: 12'9 x 9'9
The integral garage is accessed internally and includes space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, along with further storage and the fuse box.
OUTSIDE
FRONT GARDEN:
Externally, the front garden extends to approximately 36' in depth and features a brick-built tandem driveway leading to the garage. There is a lawned area with well-stocked flower and shrub borders, along with an attractive raised central section incorporating a circular stone feature. Additional benefits include an outside water tap, an open entrance porch with a beamed arch, raised beds and gated side access.
REAR GARDEN:
The rear garden is a standout feature of the property, extending to approximately 110' and offering a high degree of privacy. A paved patio area leads from the house, with half-circular brick steps rising to a large expanse of lawn. The garden is beautifully stocked with a variety of mature flower and shrub borders, a fish pond, and a central arbour. Further features include a circular bed, a dedicated rose garden, and a selection of mature trees. To the rear, a gate provides direct access to woodland and the South Downs beyond. An additional section of garden is separated by a beech hedge and includes further lawned areas, planting beds and another arbour. Two timber sheds provide useful storage, and there are outside power points, a water tap, and access to both sides of the property.
Council Tax
Lewes District Council, Band F
Notice
Please note we have not tested any apparatus, fixtures, fittings, or services. Interested parties must undertake their own investigation into the working order of these items. All measurements are approximate and photographs provided for guidance only.
