The Crescent, Hassocks, West Sussex, BN6

GUIDE PRICE: £900,000--£950,000.

ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL SALE AGREED BY BRAND VAUGHAN ESTATE AGENTS.

SPACIOUS PERIOD HOME WITH OFF STREET PARKING.

LARGE REAR GARDEN.

INTERNAL VIEWINGS AVAILABLE ON REQUEST.



On the edge of the National Park with a footpath to countryside walks at the end of the tranquil, leafy lane this graceful, semi-detached 4 bed Victorian Villa with off street parking and extensive sunny gardens is a rare find. Grand proportions and period detail blend with sensitive contemporary design to create a beautiful family home of 187.4m2 (2017 ft. sq.) over 4 sun-lit storeys to explore – and solar panels feed into the National Grid. Secluded but not isolated with Hassocks’ vibrant high street and direct trains to Brighton, Gatwick and London a 3 min drive, and just 15-20 mins from Brighton and its beaches, it offers an unusually elegant lifestyle for professionals and families of any age, with good primary and secondary schools within a 3-10 min radius.

On the ground floor, the first reception impresses with a broad bay and open fire to ensure an inviting welcome, whilst at the back, a private study offers versatile use with inspiring garden views. Downstairs, a utility room hides all the laundry away whilst the beautiful kitchen dining room with a wood burning stove is all about entertaining friends and family, spanning the whole depth of the house with windows at each end to frame the front garden and French doors which open to a landscaped oasis, perfect for an al fresco lifestyle. Upstairs, all of the bedrooms are restful doubles; The 1st floor guest room is by the luxury bathroom and the spacious principal has a wall of custom built wardrobes. At the top of the house, 2 more quiet double rooms have picture perfect countryside views and share a contemporary shower room on each floor.

Hassocks is a favourite destination for those who want quiet nights but swift access to shops and schools, as well as Adastra Park with a playground, skatepark and sports facilities. For runners, dog owners, cyclists and those who love horse trekking you are on the edge of the protected countryside of the National Park, although you won’t pay the premium for being in it. Surrounded by towns and villages with their own distinct character and amenities, Brighton & Hove, Burgess Hill, Lewes and Gatwick are a viable commute between 20 and 30 minutes by car approx.


Style: Semi-detached Victorian Villa circa 1860’s
Type: 4 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room, study, kitchen-dining room, utility
Location: Hassocks
Area: 1906 sq.ft
Outside: Large landscaped grounds, greenhouse, garden shed, bike shed
Parking: Off street parking
Council Tax Band: F

Why You’ll Like It:
The Victorian Villas on this private lane do not appear on the market often. A happy family home for 17 years, sympathetic improvements to this architectural beauty include installing double glazing to the rear and secondary glazing at the front, creating a high end kitchen dining room with underfloor heating and installing luxury bathrooms. There are also solar panels on the front roofline which keep expenses down and feed into the National Grid.

The Approach and Entrance Hall:
Raised privately up and back from the quiet, residential lane behind a front garden full of the joys of spring and generous off street parking, broad steps rise to the entrance. Inside, the light and spacious hall introduces you to the classic tone of the interior where wood is underfoot for a fuss free flow, there’s ample storage for coats, bags and boots and a guest w.c. is discreetly tucked away.

The Ground Floor Reception and Study:
With the grand proportions of the Victorian era and a view over the glory of the garden through the large southeast bay which bathes the room in sunlight, this elegant room with ample space for family time or to share with company is a room to enjoy come rain or shine as the handsome fireplace is open to give a warm welcome.
Across the hallway, the study is big and bright with inspiring views over the garden. Large enough to share as a home office, it could actually accommodate the whole family, so it offers options from playroom to inter-generational living!

The Kitchen Dining Room:
Fusing practicality with a designer finish, the spacious kitchen dining room has a big picture window at the front to bring the outside in and a glass wall at the back which opens to the extensive gardens – so although full of light, you can also relax in complete seclusion whilst underfloor heat and a wood burner ensure it’s welcoming even on crispy winter mornings.
Designed for everyday but also perfect for parties, this large, versatile space is well-planned with plenty of room for sofas and a big family table by the DEFRA approved, Aarow Ecoburn stove and the French doors to the garden, whilst the working areas of the kitchen are safely tucked away from the in/out flow behind a large sociable island (which has power for appliances). Classic shaker units deliver sophisticated storage and stylish, user-friendly working surfaces and built-in high-spec appliances include a Bosch gas hob beneath a hood, an AEG grill/combi oven plus an AEG Competence oven, Bosch dishwasher and pull out larders.

The vented utility room is tucked away with extra storage space and plumbing for a washing machine.

The Garden:
A tranquil retreat is designed to deliver flowers, blossom, fruit and vegetables to the family table (e.g. plums, apples, cherries, strawberries, currants, asparagus etc) The house opens to a broad sheltered patio where you can seek respite from the heat of the mid-day sun, or enjoy the late afternoon sunshine in high summer. Steps rise to a large, paved dining terrace which looks across a long lawn for play which is child and pet secure behind fencing and brick walls. Surrounded by borders planted for all year interest, mature trees, shrubs and ground cover ensure they are also easy to care for, so you will all have more time to enjoy an easy, al fresco lifestyle together.

With nooks, crannies and seating areas to explore in this expansive garden, at the far end behind a raised pond which would be easy to net, a delightful secret garden has fruit trees and flowers all around a central area where fruit and vegetable beds are well-organised, with a greenhouse as well as a potting shed with a spot to its side where you can catch the last of the sun’s rays.

The Guest Bedroom, Principal Bedroom and Luxury Bathroom, 1st Floor:
Up wide stairs, the broad landing spreads its wings from side to side. At the back of the house, the first of the double bedrooms is peaceful and private with glorious views over the garden – and beyond. Next door, the luxury bathroom has a Victorian influence in the roll top bath, but there is nothing old fashioned about the designer finish, walk in shower or warming rail for towels.
Across the hall, the principal bedroom is a beauty. Quiet and comfortable with restful proportions and leafy views it is ready to move into with calm decoration and a whole wall of wardrobes to fill.

Two Top Floor Bedrooms and Family Shower Room:
Private and peaceful at the top of the house, two more double bedrooms bathe in the Sussex sunshine. With ample space and character of their own, each has irresistible views over rolling downland – one to the historic Wolstonbury Hill, the other to Oldland Mill. Both share a contemporary shower room, which has everything you need as well as picture perfect views, and don’t forget that there is a huge attic over your head.

Agent Says:
“This uniquely beautiful home delivers an elegant lifestyle with a restful pace of life where you can enjoy the countryside feel of The Crescent whilst the vibrant shops, restaurants, theatres and travel connections of Hassocks, Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, Lewes and Brighton are all within easy reach.”

Owner’s Secret:
“The surrounding countryside is beautiful with a special footpath at the end of the lane which follows the Roman Road to Ditchling. We have enjoyed the peace, privacy and easy parking whilst within a friendly community. Keeping the integrity of this beautiful Victorian building was very important to us and we hope that you enjoy the easy flow and high quality finish of our home, which we have loved – it has been a happy family home with plenty of space to welcome friends and it is absolutely perfect for entertaining young or old, inside or out. Although it feels very quiet and peaceful when you come into The Crescent, the location suits our every day, busy lifestyles with everything we need – including a station with direct trains to Brighton, Gatwick or London within a short walk or drive. Friends love to visit and explore the Downs on foot, on a bike or by horseback (the local stables are just minutes away) or experience the water sports and festivals along our coast.”

Where it is:
Shops: Hassocks High Street 10 mins walk, 3 mins drive, Ditchling 2 mins drive
Train Station: Hassocks Station 3 mins drive, 15-20 mins walk
Seafront or park: Adastra Park 4 mins drive, sea 20-30 mins drive
Closest schools:
Primary: Hassocks Infant, Windmill Junior school (both Ofsted rated Good)
Secondary: Downlands Community School (Ofsted rated Good), Burgess Hill Academy, St Pauls R.C, Patcham
Private: Burgess Hill Girls, Hurstpierpoint College, Brighton College, Brighton Waldorf School, Lewes Old Grammar (with buses)

The friendly community of Hassocks is on the edge of the South Downs National Park. Popular with families and professionals with good schools and a station, you can walk to its shops, cafes and restaurants in about 10 mins. Adastra Park is a 3 min drive, which has tennis courts, football pitches, skate park and a playground - and all three schools in Hassocks are Ofsted rated good at the time of writing. Surrounded by other towns and villages which offer amenities like cinemas, there are plenty of footpaths and bridle paths on offer for countryside walks and rides and the famous Oldland Windmill as well the Jack and Jill mills are nearby. The coast is easy to reach by train, bus or car and this is also a well-connected spot for Brighton, Lewes, Burgess Hill, Haywards Heath, Gatwick and London.