Ainsworth Avenue, Ovingdean, East Sussex, bn2

A fantastic detached residence in one of Ovingdean-s most prestigious locations.  The house was architecturally designed by an internationally renowned architect about 25 years ago.  As a result, the house maximises natural sunlight and light flows effortlessly through it.

The front garden is walled and gates could be installed very easily. The driveway and side path are laid in pale grey granite pavers.  The front garden consists mostly of gravel beds with some mature shrubs and trees and includes a lockable bike store.  A raised decked area surrounds the front of the house and leads to a solid timber double front door.

Entering the house is a large, sunny reception area which has beautiful green slate at a lower level to keep shoes.  The main floor is laid in bamboo which carries through to a newly refurbished open plan kitchen and dining room with views to the Downs and with access to the front garden.  Further into the hallway there is a newly refurbished utility room with boiler and separate WC.

Also, from the reception area the house flows into a TV snug which has a part glass ceiling to bring westerly evening light into the centre of the house.  From here, timber French doors lead to the hallway from which a large wooden sliding door opens into the garden room.  This beautifully light room has been completely refurbished by the current owners with the installation of a large skylight.  From here, a door leads to a quiet downstairs bedroom with great garden views, dressing room and brand new ensuite bathroom.

The Ash staircase leads through a curved stairwell with an amazing glass roof that floods light through the house to the first floor.  A generous wide landing leads to four bedrooms, one with a brand new ensuite shower room and WC and a generous modern family bathroom with bath, shower and WC.  There are Downland and distant sea views from all the front bedrooms.  The rear bedroom and landing have fabulous views over the back garden to the woods beyond.

From the landing a loft hatch can be accessed with drop down ladder which leads to a large loft storage room (5m x 5m) with Velux window.  Two small doors in the sides allow access to the eaves storage areas, solar water tank and water pressure storage tank.

The rear garden is an amazing space that extends to over 200- bordered by an original flint wall.  The garden includes multiple layers of interest and charm, including a patio, gravelled areas, lawns and a vast array of perennial plants, mature fruit trees and ornamental shrubs.  The garden also includes a greenhouse,  wood/tool shed, workshop/summerhouse and firepit.  The current owners have installed power, lighting and an extra water tap to the garden.

This warm and welcoming home is full of charm and character with a contemporary and stylish interior that has been improved and updated by the current owners.

Nestled between Kemp Town and Rottingdean  just east of Brighton, Ovingdean offers peace and tranquillity.  It even has its own stepped access to the beach with a little café as well as a village shop.  A reliable, regular bus service provides easy access into the City.  It is an area popular with families and couples and has some fantastic walks right out of every front door!  It is extremely well regarded and near the private schools of  Roedean and Brighton College which are popular with the residents.  The property is only a short distance away from Rottingdean village, offering a selection of artisan shops and eateries as well as the convenience of Brighton Marina close by.  It-s easy to see why this is such a popular area.