High Street

Description

Quintessentially British, situated directly on Hurstpierpoint High Street, and dating back to the 18th century, Hunters presents this stunning 3/4 bedroom cottage featuring a charming walled rear garden, and versatile accommodation across 4 floors.

Located on the western end of Hurstpierpoint High Street, Hunters presents this stunning 3/4 bedroom cottage featuring a charming walled rear garden, and versatile accommodation across 4 floors with a separate annex at the rear.

Set within a terrace of 17th-century cottages, this well maintained home is approached via a mature and well-presented front garden, with mature wisteria adorning the front. There is an option to create a driveway at the front, subject to the relevant permissions, and plenty of on-street parking is available nearby. The entrance comprises a brick corridor leading directly to the rear garden and annex, with another door leading into the main house. Upon entering the main house, there is a comfortable living room facing the front, with a spacious kitchen-diner situated at the back.
The living room at the front exudes a cosy ambiance, accentuated by oak flooring, a working wood-burning stove and storage alcoves on either side.

The spacious kitchen-diner features elegant oak flooring throughout, complemented by wood worktops and cream shaker-style cabinets. It is equipped with a gas range cooker, built-in freezer and dishwasher, along with ample space for a tall standing fridge freezer and a washing machine. French double doors lead from the kitchen to the garden, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor dining experience.

There are stairs providing access to the basement, which has a window to the front and has been tanked to create ample room for storage or a second reception room/guest bedroom.
The first floor accommodates two bedrooms and a family bathroom. The double bedroom at the front of the house has plenty of room for wardrobes. The second bedroom has a flight of stairs to the loft room and could optionally function as a study or a dressing room if required. The upstairs loft room was professionally converted and has a large dormer window overlooking the garden, there is room for a double bed and storage, and it has generous head height and eaves storage spaces. This layout can either function as three separate bedrooms or provide a luxurious second bedroom with a walk-in wardrobe or study room.
The family bathroom features panelled walls, spotlights, and oak flooring, and includes a walk-in shower, jacuzzi bath with handheld shower head, toilet, and vanity sink with storage.

Further adding to its charm, the property benefits from a recently updated self-contained annexe which boasts a stunning flint facade, beams, double-glazed windows, and underfloor heating, making it an ideal as a fourth bedroom, office, gym or Airbnb. The annexe has its own shower room with a large walk-in shower, toilet, sink, and Velux window.

Outside, the garden showcases a charming cottage garden, with mature shrubs and bushes, a small lily pond and on one side is an attractive brick wall with climbing roses.The sizable rear garden includes a separate patio area at the back, ideal for relaxation and entertaining. Additionally, there are two sheds, a water tap, electricity supply and the garden is very secluded and entirely secure.

The property is within easy walking distance of the High Street with its extensive range of shops and amenities including public houses, restaurants.

Hurstpierpoint is a vibrant rural village in West Sussex lying at the edge of the South Downs National Park, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

Open countryside with a network of footpaths and bridleways are accessible within a few minutes of the property. There is a choice of excellent state and private primary and secondary schools in the area.

The main line railway station at Hassocks provides fast train services to both London and Brighton and is just approximately 2 miles away. There is a regular direct bus service to Brighton and Crawley.

The A23 about a 5 minute drive away provides access to the cosmopolitan city of Brighton and Hove in addition to Gatwick International Airport and the M25.