Paythorne Close, Southwick, Brighton, BN42 4YB

Paythorne Close- Guide price £575,000-£600,000

A quiet close setting nestled in a corner position with a desirable west-facing plot. The impressive mature garden has a secluded feel and is a generous size and shape, measuring approximately 90ft x 60ft. Close by is direct access to the South Downs National Park. There is plenty of scope to create an outbuilding in the garden for a home studio or an annexe for co-living.

An extended family home with spacious and versatile accommodation of 1539 sq ft arranged over three floors. Perfect for family lifestyles, a cleverly designed open plan living space makes the most of the light from a westerly aspect and looks out over the garden. There is a stylish kitchen with utility room. Four double bedrooms and a study, with the main bedroom on the top floor having fantastic far- reaching views, two bathrooms and a ground floor toilet.

There are solar panels which feed into the supply for a reduction in running costs and a high EPC rating of C. The house is offered for sale with no onward chain.

Walkthrough

Entering through a porch into a welcoming hall, finished with bamboo wood flooring, there are plenty of storage cupboards to hide away coats and shoes, and a cloakroom WC with sink which is neatly positioned under the stairs. To the front is a reception room / snug, 12" x 11", which has a dual aspect, and would make an ideal playroom, home office or double-up as an occasional guest room.

The open plan living space spans the back of the property with a few steps down and is a generous size of 19" x 17". A thoughtfully designed extension has a pitched roof with two large sky lights, a bright and airy space drawing in plenty of light from a westerly aspect. Two large sliding patio doors to the back and side frame the garden and lead out onto the patio, a great sociable space open to the kitchen with space for a larger dining table, perfect for those summer days with the family and entertaining into the evening.

The stylish kitchen is open plan, with half island, breakfast bar, high gloss cupboards and stone worktops. There is plenty of cupboard and drawer space, an integral dishwasher, fridge and freezer, two eye-level ovens side by side, and an induction hob centred in the island, making for a functional sociable kitchen. A door leads through to a utility room with a sink, space for a washing machine and side access door.

On the first floor are two well-proportioned bedrooms, a study and a modern family bathroom with a P shaped bath, shower and screen. The bedroom at the rear of the house enjoys a westerly aspect overlooking the garden with downland views. 

On the second floor are two further bedrooms and a shared shower room with a good-sized corner shower. The main bedroom offers fantastic views across Shoreham and towards the sea. Also set to the front is bedroom four with Velux windows, this could be utilised as a dressing room with the entire top floor being a master suite.

Outside

A generously sized rear garden, 90ft x 60ft, which enjoys a corner position widening to the foot of the garden. The garden is beautifully laid out, well established and enclosed with a hedge and tree-lined border. There is a selection of mature shrubs and wild planting which gives a peaceful, secluded feel. A patio leads from the living space and is ideal for alfresco dining and a great space to sit and enjoy the sun throughout the day.

There is lots to explore with secluded areas and various sheds/outbuildings along with an enclosure currently used for keeping chickens.  Plenty of space offers scope to utilise the garden to suit a variety of needs, perhaps a swimming pool, garden room or large outbuilding which could accommodate a home business or co-living with a relative.

A side gate leads to a private parking area accessed via a shared driveway, with scope to build a car port or garage. To the front is a tiered flower garden.  

Location

A secluded part of North Southwick, it’s a short stroll to South Downs National Park, perfect for scenic family treks, cycling or walking dogs.

Convenience stores are nearby with a wider variety of shops, eateries and amenities available 1 mile away in Southwick Square. To the west is Holmbush Shopping Centre with a Tesco Extra, M&S and Next, along with a petrol station and McDonalds.

Close by is a local swimming pool, Wadurs, which is part of the nearby leisure centre. The library and doctors surgery are next to Southwick Community Centre, which has a café and The Barn Theatre with a variety of shows and entertainment all year round.

A short walk to the Number 46 and 2 bus routes which serve the local area and across to neighbouring Shoreham and Brighton. Southwick Station is approximately 1 mile away with connections to London, and there are good road links with easy access to the A27/A23.

There is a good selection of primary schools nearby, along with Quayside Youth Centre offering year-round clubs and activities. The house is within the catchment area of the highly regarded Shoreham Academy secondary school.

Key Features

• Spacious family home, 1539 sq ft
• 4 double bedrooms and a study
• Superb west-facing plot in a secluded position
• Cleverly extended with versatile accommodation
• Bright and airy open plan living space with dual aspect
• Stylish kitchen and utility space
• Great for entertaining and socialising
• Snug is ideal playroom / additional bedroom
• 2 bathrooms and a ground floor toilet 
• Perfect for family lifestyles
• Mature sunny garden, 90ft x 60ft
• Scope to create an outbuilding / annexe
• Private parking with a wide side access
• No onward chain

Royall Best Summary

If you’re looking for an ideal family home, this ticks most of the boxes, having been extended thoughtfully with a great versatile space that can fit around various lifestyles. The garden is sublime, with a secluded feel and a generous shape and size, with lots of scope to utilise the space and create a large outbuilding, perfect if you want to have a home business or are buying with an elderly relative.