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Shepherds Rest, Ashcombe Lane, Kingston, Lewes

PROPERTY TYPE

Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

1,960 sq ft

182 sq m

TENURE
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Freehold

Floorplan 1
1

Key features

  • 16th Century House
  • Character Features
  • Adjoins Village Green
  • Bespoke Solid Wood Kitchen
  • Wrap Gardens
  • Home Office
  • Carport & Parking
  • EPC - C

Description

Historic family house totally updated yet retaining original features adjoining Kingston Village Green. The property offers three double bedrooms, two large reception rooms, a bespoke kitchen, home office, open timber carport (TBC) and wraparound gardens.

Shepherd‘s Rest is believed to date back to the 16th century and was one of the only original houses not located in The Street in the village, and was surrounded by farmland. The property has been sympathetically extended and restored by the current owners and blends character charm with modern day requirements. Features include wooden windows, quarry tile flooring, original fireplaces and an exposed feature wall.

Solid oak front door opens into the spacious entrance hall and door to a double aspect living room with French doors to the garden and original brick open fireplace. The kitchen has bespoke solid wood units, granite worksurface and a ‘Stoves’ gas fire range cooker. Integrated dishwasher, rear lobby with door to outside and a utility room with downstairs cloakroom.

The large double aspect dining room has another attractive original brick open fireplace, double aspect windows and a glazed roof in the seating area to let light flood in.

The first floor landing has a window to the front overlooking the garden. Bedroom one is triple aspect, overlooking the village Green with a cast iron fireplace, ample full height wardrobes and an ensuite shower room with modern suite and large shower. Bedroom two also has a double aspect overlooking the village Green with fitted wardrobes and bedroom three has fitted wardrobes and features an original exposed Flint wall. The family bathroom has a modern suite and further storage cupboards and has Superb views to the Downs. The hatch loft hatch on the landing has a pull down ladder.

Outside the property has a home office with broadband, light and power. Ample parking and a five bar gate leads from the brick driveway. Wrought iron Gates lead into the Flint walled garden, raised fish pond and feature pergola around a paved seating area ideal for entertaining. Very well stocked flower borders wrap around the garden providing a colourful display from Spring onwards . The garden adjoins the village green and has lawned areas with mature trees and hedging. An outside storage Shed houses the gas fired boiler. The two car open barn is currently under construction, further details and plans available on request.

Location

Kingston is a picturesque village located approximately two miles from Lewes. The Village itself has a good range of leisure activities, along with a 15th century church, pre-school and junior school. The village pub, The Juggs provides a good focal point for the village. With access to The South Downs there are charming down land walks to the neighbouring villages and to Lewes. There is also a cycle path into Lewes and a regular bus service. Lewes is a unique shopping and leisure destination, offering a wide range of local shops and independent boutiques. Church Lane provides direct foot access via a private lane onto The South Downs Way with extensive bridleways and footpaths.

Dining out in Lewes is a pleasure, from the gastronomic delights on offer at Fork and the Jolly Sportsman in nearby East Chiltington, to the wide range of gastro pubs, many of which support the resident Harvey’s Brewery. Visit the farmers’ market on the first Saturday of every month to pick up some delicious local fare. 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. The new Depot cinema, close to the station is a major asset to the town.

Schooling in Lewes is exceptional and there are a range of well-regarded private and public schools, to include the famous Lewes Old Grammar School which can trace its origins back to the educational foundation started by Agnes Morley during the reign of Henry VII. South Downs College is located in Lewes, offering both full and part time courses and of course the University of Sussex is only 3 miles to the south west at Falmer. From Lewes you will be able to get direct trains to London and along the South Coast. By road Lewes can be reached easily via the A27 which links routes to the M23 and other major A roads in the South East.

Material information
Tenure - Freehold
EPC - TBC
Council Tax Band - F

COUNCIL TAXA payment made to your local authority in order to pay for local services like schools, libraries, and refuse collection. The amount you pay depends on the value of the property.Read more about council Tax in our glossary page.
Band: F
PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
Garage
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Back garden
ACCESSIBILITYHow a property has been adapted to meet the needs of vulnerable or disabled individuals.Read more about accessibility in our glossary page.
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