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Albourne Road, Hurstpierpoint, Hassocks

PROPERTY TYPE

Semi-Detached

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

Key features

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  • Guide £700,000 - £750,000
  • Utterly charming Grade II listed character cottage
  • Over 1,400 sq ft of accommodation. Garage & Parking
  • Tasteful interiors create a calm, inviting feel
  • Beautiful garden with large lawn and pretty planting
  • Walk into quintessential village High Street and St Lawrence School
  • Believed to be one of the oldest homes in Hurstpierpoint
  • Although an older property, this home is in excellent order with modern features

Description

Guide Price £700,000 - £750,000 | If your looking a character cottage, with beautiful garden in one of the area's most desirable villages then Pigwidgeon Cottage will surely be of interest.

Guide Price £700,000 - £750,000 -

Welcome Home - Welcome to Pigwidgeon Cottage - an utterly charming and beautifully upgraded four-bedroom home that forms part of a 15th-century timber-framed Wealden hall house, which has been divided into two dwellings, occupying a discreet position on the western edge of Hurstpierpoint, set well back from the road and screened by mature trees. Believed to date from the 15th century and Grade II listed, the house is believed to be one of the old in the village and combines centuries-old character with considered modern updates, all within walking distance of the village centre and just a short drive from Hassocks mainline station.

If you're looking for a character cottage that offers a quintessential village lifestyle, it really doesn't get much better than this.

The living space is rich with character and flexibility. The principal sitting room is a generous, dual-aspect room with exposed beams, wood panelling, and a striking inglenook fireplace with oak bressummer — a true focal point and a space that balances scale with cosiness. A second reception room, currently used as a snug, could just as easily serve as a playroom, study, or occasional fifth bedroom, offering excellent versatility for family life.

The kitchen has been sympathetically updated in a traditional shaker style, with oak worktops, ceramic floor tiles, and underfloor heating. Integrated appliances include a gas hob, oven, fridge-freezer and dishwasher. French doors open directly onto the rear terrace, creating a natural flow between inside and out — perfect for warmer months.

Upstairs, the first floor provides three comfortable bedrooms and a well-fitted family bathroom. The rear-facing bedroom benefits from a peaceful garden outlook. The second bedroom offers access to a loft-style fourth bedroom above — a flexible space that could suit as a study, dressing room or additional bedroom.

The principal bedroom is like a hotel suite, spanning over two levels, with stairs rising to a striking mezzanine en suite bathroom. This space features a freestanding bath, contemporary glass balustrade and clever lighting touches, adding a boutique feel without losing the period charm.

Additional practical features include gas central heating, underfloor heating in the kitchen and shower room, and a utility cupboard for laundry appliances.

This is a rare opportunity to own your own slice of history. Acquire a home of real heritage and substance, sensitively restored and well-positioned for both countryside and commuter convenience.

Stepping Outside... - Outside, the garden has been landscaped to create a real outside oasis. A paved rear terrace abuts the house, enclosed by a low retaining wall and is the perfect spot for 'al-fresco' dining, with steps leading to a generous lawn bordered by mature shrubs and planting.

At the front, the property is approached via a gated path over a characterful paved area, with a herb garden and stone wall adding kerb appeal.

A detached garage to the rear is accessed via a neighbouring driveway, providing secure parking or storage with associated parking.

Hurst Life... - Pigwidgeon Cottage sits on Albourne Road. ideally located just 10 minutes walk from the vibrant and friendly Hurstpierpoint High Street and the local primary school, St Lawrence CofE. This quintessential village is home to a delightful array of shops and eateries, including a deli, bakery, greengrocer, independent boutiques, pubs, restaurants, a library, health centre, and an award-winning cinema— all contributing to its unique charm and appeal.

The bustling High Street epitomises quintessential village life and enjoys an eclectic mix of independent stores, shops, boutiques, pubs and restaurants. The New Inn gastropub has great food and you can enjoy a pint of 'Harveys Best' in front of a roaring open fire. The local’s favourite eateries include Village Pizza Kitchen, Hop Tub Taproom/microbrewery, Nurpur Indian, Morleys Bistro and the Fig Tree (fine dining). For a flat white you can head to Fuel or No.7 Coffee shops. Hampers Delicatessen is superb and has freshly baked artisan breads from Fellows Bakery in nearby Ardingly.

For hikers, runners, cyclists and dog owners, the beautiful countryside of Hurst Meadows and Sussex Countryside is right on your doorstep.

For commuters, Hurstpierpoint is conveniently located for Hassocks Station which sits on the mainline and offers fast, regular services to London (Victoria/London Bridge in approx 54 mins), Brighton (9 mins) and Gatwick International Airport (20 mins). When it comes to schooling, the village is home to the well-regarded St Lawrence CofE Primary School. In the private sector, Hurst College enjoys an excellent reputation. For secondary state education, most children attend Downlands in nearby Hassocks. By car, you can easily access the A23(M).

The Specifics... - Title Number: WSX12006
Tenure: Freehold
Listed: Yes - Grade II
Conservation Area: Yes - Langton Lane
Local Authority: Mid Sussex District Council
Council Tax Band: E
Plot Size: 0.13 acres (total)
Available Broadband: Superfast Fibre

We believe this information to be correct but recommend intending purchasers check personally before exchange of contracts.

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GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
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About PSP Homes, South Downs

106 High Street, Hurstpierpoint, BN6 9PX
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PSPhomes South Downs office was opened in Hurstpierpoint High Street in February 2025 by Josh Wickwar, Managing Director of the successful Mid Sussex office in Haywards Heath.

This strategic expansions means that PSPhomes can now serve clients in the South Downs area with a local office that works in synergy with the busier town offices the company has in Haywards Heath and Burgess Hill.

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