4 bedroom detached house for sale

ONE OF FRISTON'S MOST IMPRESSIVE HOUSES - THIS OUTSTANDING CHARACTER HOUSE DATES BACK TO THE 1930'S WITH LATER ADDITIONS AND HAS BEEN SUBSTANTIALLY IMPROVED BY THE PRESENT OWNER IN RECENT YEARS. The luxuriously appointed accommodation comprises of a superb 31'9 reception hall with Stone minster fireplace and double doors opening into the triple aspect sitting room with large fireplace and bi-fold doors opening onto the rear terrace and gardens. A particular feature of the ground floor accommodation is the impressive open plan kitchen/family room with bespoke handcrafted cabinets and granite working surfaces. This substantial room enjoys a delightful aspect and opens onto the rear gardens. In addition on the ground floor is a useful utility room, dining room, fitted study and den/fourth reception room. From the first floor there are far reaching views over Friston towards the Downs and accommodation comprising a master bedroom suite with large dressing area and luxuriously appointed ensuite bath/shower room. The second bedroom also has a contemporary shower room/wc and there are a further two generous bedrooms. The family bathroom is also a good size with separate shower. The property is set within very well maintained grounds with sweeping driveway leading to the attached double garage and large parking area in front of the house. To the rear there is a substantial terrace area with heated swimming pool adjoining the lawned garden.  An internal inspection is highly recommended.LOCATION The village of Friston adjoins East Dean and are both surrounded by spectacular downland, forming part of the South Downs National Park. There are local shops and facilities within East Dean and Eastbourne town centre with its comprehensive facilities can be found within five miles distant.  ACCOMMODATION & APPROXIMATE ROOM SIZESLarge oak front door opening into RECEPTION HALL 31'9 max x 13' (9.68m x 3.96m). Minster fireplace surround with open hearth, polished wood flooring, windows to front overlooking the gardens, two radiators, glazed panelled door to cloaks cupboard with window to front.CLOAKROOM/WC with dual flush low level wc, contemporary wash hand basin, inset ceiling spot lights and heated towel rail, extractor fan.  DRAWING ROOM 24'2 x 21'10 (7.37m x 6.65m) large open fireplace with wood burning stove, bi-fold doors opening to rear terrace and swimming pool, double doors opening to ADDITIONAL RECEPTION ROOM/DEN 11'3 x 10'9 (3.43m x 3.28m) double aspect with views over the front gardens, radiator.KITCHEN/FAMILY ROOM maximum measurements of 32'1 x 21'7 (9.78m x 6.58m).  KITCHEN AREA 21'7 x 15'1 (6.58m x 4.60m) BREAKFAST ROOM/FAMILY AREA 17'1 x 12' (5.21m x 3.73m) The kitchen area has been designed and crafted with wooden bespoke cupboards and drawers having extensive polished granite working surfaces. The kitchen is equipped with integrated appliances of dishwasher, Miele oven, space for large American style fridge/freezer, four oven Aga with two hot plates and additional two ring hob, inset one and a half bowl sink, tiled flooring, double glazed windows having an aspect over the rear garden, bi-fold doors opening to rear patio and swimming pool, inset ceiling spot lights, door to utility room and double doors opening to DINING ROOM 14' x 11'3 (4.27m x 3.43m) a double aspect room enjoying views over the gardens. Brick fireplace surround, radiator.UTILITY ROOM 10'1 x 8'7 (3.07m x 2.62m) Butler sink set within marble top working surface and having handcrafted cupboard below and adjacent space for dryer. Space for large washing machine, wall mounted shelved cupboards, velux window, oak door to front and door communicating with garage.  STUDY 13' x 10'3 (3.96m x 3.12m) with window having aspect over the rear gardens, fitted furniture incorporating filing cabinets and book shelving. Radiator.  Staircase with handrail and balustrade leading to the FIRST FLOOR LANDING with seating area and double glazed window enjoying far reaching views towards the Downs. Two contemporary style radiators, large walk-in eaves storage cupboard and access to roof space.  MASTER BEDROOM SUITE .DRESSING AREA 11'3 x 11'3 (3.43m x 3.43m) double aspect, enjoying far reaching views towards the Downs and having extensive range of bespoke wardrobe cupboards and drawers.  ENSUITE BATH/SHOWER ROOM 10'9 x 11'2 (3.28m x 3.40m) with large bath having Victorian style mixer taps and hand held shower attachment, separate shower unit, vanity wash hand basin with glass top having moulded bowl and drawers below, wall mounted mirrored medicine cabinets, low level wc, bidet, tiled floor and walls, heated towel rail, radiator, double glazed window to rear.BEDROOM 2 16'2 x 14'1 (4.93m x 4.29m) double aspect with contemporary style radiator, door to ENSUITE SHOWER ROOM/WC 10'6 x 6'6 (3.20m x 1.98m) fitted in a contemporary style with large shower area and having wall mounted controls, hand held shower attachment and large shower rose. Vanity wash hand basin with contemporary tap, dual flush low level wc, contemporary radiator and double glazed window having aspect over the rear garden. BEDROOM 3 17'9 x 12'9 (5.41m x 3.89m) with double aspect overlooking the rear gardens, contemporary style radiator.BEDROOM 4 14' x 11' (4.27m x 3.35m) double glazed windows to front enjoying far reaching views across the Downs. Radiator.  FAMILY BATH/SHOWER ROOM with white suite comprising large corner bath with wall mounted controls and hand held shower attachment, corner shower unit, contemporary wash basin with mixer tap set upon polished stone worktop with cupboards below, part tiled walls, seating area, heated towel rail, window to rear, airing cupboard.  OUTSIDEThe property is set within immaculately maintained gardens to the front arranged as level lawns with mature trees and shrubs and having a paviour driveway leading to the front of the house and providing access to the ATTACHED GARAGE 17'6 x 14' (5.33m x 4.27m) with sliding door, gas fired boilers and door providing access to the rear garden.  To the rear the garden enjoys a level lawned area with mature plants and shrubs and a substantial paved terrace with swimming pool. Mature flower and shrub borders and contemporary garden/water feature. Timber shed housing swimming pool pump facility.  WEALDEN COUNCIL TAX BAND - HEPC RATING - D