St. John Street, Lewes

Charles Wycherley Independent Estate Agents are pleased to present this charming period end-of-terrace cottage to the market. Arranged over three floors with the added benefit of a useful cellar, the property offers well-proportioned accommodation throughout. The second floor features a double aspect principal bedroom enjoying superb views across the Crowborough Valley and the South Downs. The first floor provides a second double bedroom together with a modern bathroom. On the ground floor, there is a welcoming sitting room to the front with an attractive fireplace and access to the usable cellar via a floor hatch, whilst the fitted kitchen offers space for a breakfast table. Outside, the enclosed walled rear garden is designed for ease of maintenance, with a slate slab seating area and a side access gate. The property further benefits from gas-fired central heating.

St. John Street is ideally situated in the heart of Lewes town centre, close to the attractive Pells area with its open-air swimming pool, pond, recreation ground and picturesque riverside walks. The Needlemakers car park is just a short distance away, with the High Street beyond offering an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants. Lewes Railway Station (London Victoria approximately 65 minutes, London Bridge approximately 90 minutes and Brighton approximately 20 minutes) is just over a five-minute walk from the property.

ACCOMMODATION WITH APPROXIMATE MEASUREMENTS COMPRISES:-

SECOND FLOOR

BEDROOM 1
11'7 x 13' max. Double aspect room with sloping ceiling. uPVC double glazed windows enjoy superb views across the South Downs, including Malling Combe, whilst the second window overlooks Edward Street to the east and the edge of the South Downs and Malling to the north. Two eaves storage cupboards. Double radiator. Hatch to a small insulated roof space. Recessed spotlights with dimmer switch. Door to staircase with stainless steel spotlights leading to:-

FIRST FLOOR

LANDING
Painted timber balustrade with exposed timber handrail. Thermostat. Smoke alarm. The landing narrows with pine panelling to the staircase rising to the second floor bedroom, together with a window to the east. Period-style light switches.

BEDROOM 2
12'6 x 10'2. Sash window overlooking St. John Street. Period cast iron fireplace with slim mantel and timber surround. Dado rail. Radiator. Built-in wardrobe cupboard with hanging rail and open shelving.

BATHROOM
8'4 max x 7'3 max. uPVC double glazed frosted window. White suite comprising a panelled steel bath with mixer tap, shower attachment and shower screen, pedestal wash hand basin and low level WC. Timber dado panelling. Chrome heated towel rail. Exposed floorboards. Tiling to bath and basin areas. Recessed spotlights. Built-in cupboard housing the Alpha E-Tec Plus 28 combination gas-fired boiler.

GROUND FLOOR

SITTING ROOM
12' x 10'3. Sash window overlooking St. John Street. Attractive cast iron fireplace with timber mantel and tiled hearth. Fitted shelving to one chimney recess with cupboard above, together with a double storage cupboard to the opposite recess. Television point. Recessed spotlights with dimmer switch. Dado rail. Radiator. Exposed pine floorboards. Floor hatch providing access to the cellar.

KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM
12'2 max x 9'. Casement window overlooking the rear garden. Ceramic white sink unit with mixer tap and single drainer. Tiled splashbacks. Work surfaces to either side with cupboards beneath and space and plumbing for a washing machine. Space for a fridge/freezer. Freestanding stainless steel cooker with gas hob and double oven beneath, extractor hood above. Range of wall cupboards. Understairs storage cupboard. Tiled floor. Staircase to the first floor landing. Spotlights. Glazed door leading to the rear garden.

CELLAR
12' x 10'8. Shuttered window to St. John Street. Chimney alcove. Brick floor with original stone steps. Recessed spotlights. Double cupboard housing meters. Additional double storage cupboard. Electric storage heater.

OUTSIDE

REAR GARDEN
17'6 x 12'5. A low-maintenance rear garden with pebble and slate paved seating terrace, finished with brick edging and raised brick borders. Timber shed measuring approximately 6'0" x 4'0" with double doors, stainless steel spotlighting and sensor light. Gate providing rear access to Edward Street.

Council Tax
Lewes District Council, Band C

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.