Oakdene Way, Portslade, Brighton, BN41 2RQ

Dene House, Oakdene Way

An impressive family home which has been extended with a unique design that captures the sun throughout the day, tucked away in corner of a close with a secluded Southerly plot and leafy outlook, the fabulous garden has been neatly arranged and is perfect for summer days relaxing and entertaining.

The versatile accommodation spans 1900 Sqft, with the highlight being a generous open plan living space featuring an unusual vaulted ceiling with double height windows drawing in light from a southerly aspect, ideal for modern family living, an annex and double integral garage will suit buyers seeking flexible live-work accommodation with scope to utilise the space for a variety of uses.

Approached across a private driveway onto a front porch, entering into a spacious hall which has double doors opening through to the bright and airy open plan living space of 27ft x 16ft, greeted with a sloping ceiling which angles upwards creating a vaulted effect and having feature exposed brick walls, the double height windows gives a sense of drama, light floods in from a southerly aspect and the floor to ceiling windows, with sliding patio doors onto the sunny garden.

Flowing through to the dining area with space for a larger table, a clever design feature are the Clerestory style windows with a raised rectangular window capturing the morning light, on the southerly aspect are three tall narrow windows rising to the ceiling allowing light to trickle in throughout the day, adjacent and open to the kitchen area which is recessed and divided with a breakfast bar island.

The stylish modern kitchen is in a secluded position whilst being open to the dining and main family areas, finished in a light high gloss grey and complimented with a black sparkle worktop and light pink metro style splash back, there is plenty of cupboard space and features a corner pantry cupboard with tall double doors, the angled breakfast bar is a generous size and there is an integrated double oven and grill, glass induction hob, space for an American style fridge / freezer and dishwasher, the neatly position sink sits under a large window and a stable style door accesses the side garden, a separate doorway leads back to the hall.

Across the hall is a ground floor shower room, fully tiled with a large shower cubical and waterfall shower, toilet and sink, a door then leads through to the utility room which has a sink and counter with space for two washing machines and a dryer, there is also a door into the garage / workshop area.

The three double bedrooms all benefit from a Westerly aspect, the third bedroom is on the ground floor, stairs from the hall lead to the first floor, the main bedroom spans the depth of the property and has an en-suite, adjacent is bedroom two and a sleek modern family bathroom fully tiled with a P-shape bath and shower, wall hung drawer unit with sink, mirrored cupboard and toilet.

Annex / Workroom

A great additional space which sits alongside the living room, having a separate access door from the front along with windows and skylights, the main space is 14ft x 12ft and opens into a conservatory garden room which is 12ft x 8ft with patio doors onto the garden. offering scope for a variety of uses and could be converted (STNC) into a studio space for home working / business or co living with adult relatives. 

Integral Garage / Workshop

Generous open space 19ft x 22ft (max) which has two garage doors leading from the the paved driveway, perfect for storing and tinkering with classic cars, or could suite a home business with plenty of space for a workshop and inventory storage. There is a side window and patio door leading to the side garden, an internal door gives access back into the house through the utility room. The space could also be converted to make further bedrooms.

Outside

Superb South facing garden which has been beautifully landscaped and has a secluded feel, a large patio spans the back of the property and extends around to the side giving greater privacy along with a side access. The lawn is is encased by decked areas with a feature fire pit and sleepers at the foot of the garden create a large raised flower bed, there is also a raised fish pond. A tranquil space which has a leafy outlook which looks towards the South Downs, ideal for entertaining or family life.

Location

Mile Oak is a quiet residential part of Portslade which is nestled at the foot of The South Downs National Park, perfect for scenic family treks, cycling or walking dogs. A short walk to Portslade Sport Centre with a range of facilities and activities on offer.

A footpath from the close leads out to Mile Oak Road, nearby is a selection of local shops along with a Coop local and various eateries, a wider selection of shops and amenities are on offer within a 5 minute drive to Boundary Road Shopping parade, having a Sainsbury's supermarket, Tesco and Aldi.

There is a frequent Bus service a short walk away leading to Brighton and Hove in around 45 minutes, good road links across the city with easy access to the A27 / A23 

Well served with a selection of Primary schools nearby and a 5 minute walk to Portslade Aldridge Community Academy Secondary School

Key Features

• Generous Detached house 1911sqft
• Southerly Plot on a corner position of a close
• 3 Double bedrooms & 3 Bathrooms
• Impressive open plan living space 27'x16'
• Unique design extension with double height windows
• Stylish Kitchen and separate utility
• Bright and airy with an open outlook
• South facing landscaped garden
• Ideal flexible live-work accommodation
• Plenty of scope to re-purpose the space
• Annex could suit conversion for a relative
• 22' x 19' Integral Double Garage / Workshop
• Private driveway
• Quiet setting close to South Downs

Royall Best Thoughts

Hidden gem, ideal family home perfect for live-work, having a generous integral double garage as well as an annex which would suit co living. The secluded Southerly plot makes the most of the sun throughout the day, love the open plan living space with Vaulted ceiling and double height windows.