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East Street, Falmer Village, Brighton

PROPERTY TYPE

Barn Conversion

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

2,488 sq ft

231 sq m

TENURE
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Key features

  • A Rare Opportunity For A ‘Grand Designs’ 3 Bedroom Home
  • Former Stable Building With Planning Consent To Convert
  • Idyllic Village Setting In The South Downs National Park
  • Potential Garden & Off Road Parking
  • Fabulous Building With Hayloft Dating Back To The 18th Century
  • Electricity & Water Are Outside The Property*
  • Planning Information & Proposed Plans Available On Request
  • Proposed Internal Floor Area 2,488 ft² / 231 m²

Description

A truly rare opportunity to purchase this freehold listed former stable building in an idyllic setting surrounded by the downs and a Grade II* Listed barn, Church & Granary. Planning permission has been granted for conversion of the stable building into one dwelling (planning application number SDNP/21/01818/FUL). The proposed conversion would incorporate 3 bedrooms, two en-suites and a separate bathroom, a kitchen / dining room with separate utility / WC, a living room and includes an area ideal for a garden and off-road parking.

According to the heritage report, the stables building dates back to at least the 18th century as it appears on estate maps of 1799-1800, and is a curtilage listed building, being adjacent to the Grade II* Listed barn to the north. The stable buildings extend to approximately 2,374 sqft / 220 sqm and were formerly 10 stables and is 1.5 storeys in height, built in coursed flint with a hayloft, a hayloft door and the historic floors are still present.

Location
The Stables (East Street) is situated in the peaceful setting of Falmer Village, which is ideally located for access to Brighton, Lewes and the A27 and A23 road networks. Falmer dates back to the late Saxon period and the surrounding area is characterised by beautiful countryside. Nearby, The Swan Inn (0.2 miles) is full of "old world" charm and is loved by locals, walkers and cyclists.

Falmer Station is just a short walk away (0.6 miles) and nearby frequent bus services afford convenient access to Brighton, Lewes and further afield. Local amenities include a local farm shop (0.2 miles), a Co-op (0.7 miles), Sainsbury’s Superstore on Lewes Road (3.2 miles) and in Lewes, a Waitrose (4.9 miles) and Tesco Superstore (5.2 miles).

The property is set within the South Downs National Park and is close to nearby Stanmer Park and Estate (0.9 miles), Brighton & Hove’s largest park with woodland walks, rolling green hills and the Grade I listed eighteenth century Stanmer House.

The County town of Lewes (4.8 miles) is a unique shopping and leisure destination, offering a wide range of local shops and independent boutiques. Pop into Bill’s for a cuppa or something more substantial from the mouth-watering menu. Have a pint of Harvey’s, the local brew, and take in some music in one of the many friendly pubs in the area, or catch a movie at the independent Depot cinema.

Agent's Notes
*We are informed by the sellers that electricity and water run to the outside of the property. (Purchasers are advised to make their own enquiries in this regard.)

Material Information
Council Tax Band Exempt - TBC
As part of the planning consent, there is a CIL payment of £200 per sqm. Those looking to self-build and occupy as their primary residence may be able to apply for an exemption to the CIL payment.

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East Street, Falmer Village, Brighton

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  • Falmer Station0.5 miles
  • Moulsecoomb Station2.2 miles
  • London Road (Brighton) Station3.2 miles

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About Oakley Property, Brighton

3-6 North Road, Brighton, BN1 1YA
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Oakley Property

We offer a comprehensive range of residential and commercial property services throughout Sussex which also includes new homes, land, professional and management services.

With over 30 years in the business, we continue to evolve and improve. We have enjoyed a hugely successful 2023 and 2024 promises to build on that success with exciting new projects across all sectors.

With our dedicated team of professionals continuing to grow, we have even greater confidence that we can provide the best service to you - whatever your property requirements.

Andrew Hovey

Residential Sales Director

T 01273 669699

E andrew@oakleyproperty.com

Andrew Russell

Sales Manager

T 01273 054588

E andrew.russell@oakleyproperty.com

James Epps

Land and New Homes Director

T 01273 627414

E james@oakleyproperty.com

Our Brighton & Hove Offices

We have two offices in central Brighton, our Residential Sales Office on North Road and our Head Office at Foundry Street. We expanded into our new Head Office in 2022, and it is located within the heart of Brighton by the North Laine. 

Our Residential Sales office is located in the North Laine, and is only a short walk away for the Head Office as well as Brighton train station. 

We are RICS and ARLA/Propertymark Certified, and are part of the Brighton & Hove Estate Agents Association. 

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