Rowan Close, Portslade, Brighton, BN41 2PT

Rowan Close

Secluded position within a quiet close leading from Portslade Old Village, a wider plot than most with a West facing garden having direct access on to the South Downs National Park. Approached at the end of the close with a front garden and private driveway.

An extended 3 bedroom semi-detached home which has been lovingly lived in and ready for someone to update to their own needs. The versatile living space offers good scope to re-configure, the side extension connected to the main has a separate entrance and can easily be adapted to create an annex for co-living or for a home business with visiting clients 

Entering in to a welcoming hall, set to the front is a good sized kitchen which has plenty of light from a large window, well equipped  with plenty of cupboards and space for appliances, neatly positioned sink which looks out over the front garden and space for a breakfast table, a door leads through to the boot room and separate entrance.

The generous lounge measure 16'6 x 11'11 and enjoys a bright Westerly aspect with two large windows and a leafy outlook over the rear garden, a connecting door leads through to the dining room which is another generous size at 13'9 x11'8 with a sunny dual aspect, this leads through to an additional reception space ideal as a study or ground floor bedroom with access through from the boot room.

On the first floor are three good sized bedrooms and a bathroom, the main bedroom has a westerly outlook over the garden, whilst bedroom two and three being set to the front can accommodate double beds.

Annex / Extension

A great benefit is the additional space formed by the side extension, currently laid out as further reception space, connecting to the house from the lounge and kitchen and having a separate entrance. There is potential to utilise the space to suit a variety of needs, for those looking to co-live with a relative or even with teenagers looking for their own space it can offer a bedroom area with a lounge and private entrance

It could also suit a home business with visiting clients, the separate entrance has space for a desk as a reception and leads through to a work room space or waiting room, connected to a larger space with a bright and airy feel, a great flowing space which can be private to the rest of the house.

Outside

A beautifully arranged and mature West facing garden which has a secluded feel, the patio leads onto a lawn section with flower and and shrub boards and a feature Magnolia tree, an enclosed area has a shed and rear gate which leads directly onto the South Downs. Side access leads to the front with a paved private driveway and shingle garden with space to create further parking.

Location

A quiet setting close to Portslade Old Village within 1/3 mile to a selection of local shops and a café on South Street and High Street. The area has a regular bus service which leads back into Brighton and Hove in around 45 Minutes.

The area is well served with green spaces with Portslade Village Green and Easthill Park with playpark, Pathway through to Southwick Hill at the foot of the South Downs National Park, perfect for scenic family treks, cycling or walking dogs.

A wider selection of convenience and shops can be found 1 mile away on Boundary Road Shopping parade, a vibrant bustling high street which is also the boarder to Hove, a wide range of shops, eateries along with independent retailers catering for a variety of needs, several supermarkets including a Large Sainsbury's, Tesco and Aldi.

Portslade Station is less than a mile and offers a regular service to London as well as Brighton and neighbouring towns along the coast, there is also a range of bus routes feeding across the city.

There is a good selection of primary schools within walking distance and secondary schools close by.

Highlights

• Secluded position within a close
• generous versatile reception space 
• 3/4 double bedrooms
• 3 reception spaces
• Westerly aspect Lounge
• Dual aspect dining room
• Annex side extension suits a variety of needs
• Potential for Co-living with a relative or teenagers
• Scope for a home business with visiting clients
• Beautiful mature garden with a Westerly aspect
• Access onto The South Downs National Park
• Private paved driveway
• Close to Portslade Old Village

Royall Best's Thoughts

A versatile house which has a great flowing reception space, ideal if you want a home business space or accommodate a relative for co-living. Lovely setting and Westerly aspect garden