St Georges Place, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6

GUIDE PRICE: £550,000--£575.000.

VACANT POSSESSION.

INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.

Located in one of West Sussex’s prettiest villages, bordering the rolling hills of the South Downs National Park, this generous two-bedroom bungalow is brimming with potential to add value and space for families and professionals alike. Hurstpierpoint get the best of town and country life with a vibrant village high street and a palpable sense of community which has led to its popularity for decades. Excellent train and road links to the capital and down to the coast also appeal to commuters who wish for a peaceful sanctuary to come home to each day after long hours at work.

Beautifully maintained by the current owner over 40-years of living here, it is possible to simply move straight in, yet the size of the plot and ability to extend into the loft will excite developers and families looking for additional bedroom space. It is rare to see homes of this calibre, with so much potential, come to market in this area, so it will be coveted by many.


Style: Mid-Century House
Type: 2 double bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 living/dining room, 1 kitchen, 1 conservatory
Location: Hurstpierpoint
Floor Area: 904 sq.ft.
Outside: South facing rear garden
Parking: Driveway for 2-3 cars
Council Tax Band: D

Why you’ll like it:
Set back from the road behind a parking forecourt and an immaculate front lawn, this semi-detached bungalow is unassuming in red brick, with the classic gable and large windows expected of the era.

Stepping inside it feels immediately more spacious than the sweet exterior implies. The hallway is wide and welcoming, and the rooms are generous and naturally light. The sunny living room culminates in a sizeable conservatory which has been expertly maintained to look like new. In the lounge, there is a vast amount of space for formal dining alongside the open York stone fireplace and for comfortable seating in the evening. The decoration is smart and neutral to suit all styles of furnishing, creating homely spaces for use all year round.

Conveniently next door, the kitchen is well-appointed with ample storage at both base and eye levels alongside an integrated oven and gas hob, leaving space for other freestanding pieces. During summer, there is easy access to the garden for dining alfresco, plus the side door allows you to bring in muddy boots and the weekly shopping without traipsing through the house.

The garden is a delight with a lush green lawn surrounded by mature shrubs and flowering plants which bring colour, scent and wildlife into the garden while providing a lovely backdrop to many of the rooms. As a south facing space, it is a suntrap during summer and it is barely overlooked, with secure borders, so children can play in safety.

Returning inside, both bedrooms sit peacefully to the front of the house, away from the main living areas. They are double rooms with built-in wardrobes, and double-glazed windows to ensure a restful night’s sleep. They share use of a sizable shower room across the hall.

Agent’s thoughts:

This generous, chain free bungalow is immaculate throughout with a glorious garden, so you can move straight in, yet the potential to develop the plot is incredible – both up and out.

Owner’s thoughts:

“This house has been in our family for 40-years, so we have made so many memories here. The neighbours are lovely, and the location is amazing for convenience to the high street and the very best of country and village life. We have enjoyed many summer days in the garden, so it is a wrench to see it go. We only hope another family moves in and enjoys the space as we have.”

Where it is:

Shops: Local 1 min walk, Brighton City Centre 15-20 min drive

Train Station: Hassocks Station 5 min drive: 50 minutes into London Victoria

Seafront or Park: South Downs on your doorstep, Brighton Seafront 15-20 minute drive

Closest Schools:

Primary: St Lawrence CofE Primary School, Hassocks Infants School

Secondary: Downlands Community College

Private: Hurst College, Burgess Hill School for Girls, Brighton College

Hurstpierpoint sits on the cusp of The South Downs National Park and is a hugely attractive village with a plethora of well-established and highly acclaimed restaurants, cafes and pubs to be enjoyed. The high street is home to every amenity you could wish for and has several independent retailers too, so it is a joy to explore, and you are just a short drive or train ride from the city of Brighton and Hove should you require the larger shops.

This generous home is situated just north of the high street enjoying all the wonders of village life and is also well connected to the country towns of Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath and Lewes. You can visit the coast within 20 minutes by train or car, and Gatwick Airport is just 30 minutes away for those who need it, so you really do have the best of both worlds here.