Prince Edwards Road, Lewes

- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
16
- BATHROOMS
12
- SIZE
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Freehold
Key features
- Historic Lewes Landmark: A truly unique opportunity to purchase and restore "North Corner," an early Victorian detached property with a rich history dating back to 1870.
- Massive Potential: Currently configured for its former use as a care home, the property is ripe for a comprehensive re-design into a stunning single family residence.
- Extensive Internal Space: Boasts an impressive gross internal area of 5,810 sq ft, offering exceptional scope for re-configuration and modern living spaces.
- Period Features: An ideal project for those who appreciate history and wish to reinstate period features while introducing modern luxuries.
- Prestigious Location: Situated in the highly sought-after Wallands Park Estate, a short walk from the heart of Lewes town centre.
- Generous Plot: Occupies a substantial plot with a large garden, offering space for outdoor living and off-street parking.
- Excellent Local Schools: In catchment for a range of respected schools, including Priory School and Western Road Primary School, as well as the independent Lewes Old Grammar School.
- Superb Commuter Links: Within easy reach of Lewes train station with direct services to London Victoria and Brighton, as well as the A27 for road travel.
- Legacy Project: A rare chance to create a bespoke, grand family home and become the next custodian of a significant piece of Lewes's heritage.
- Currently being submitted is a change of use planning application to revert to residential use.
Description
This substantial property, originally known as "The Limes" and built in 1870 for the prominent iron founder and engineer John Every, is currently undergoing an application to change its use back to residential use .
This presents an unmissable opportunity for a discerning buyer to create a truly exceptional family home in one of Lewes's most sought-after locations.
Unleash Your Vision: A Blank Canvas Awaits "North Corner" stands as a grand architectural canvas, ready to be re-imagined for modern family life. While currently configured for its former use, the attached floor plans reveal the vast potential of this impressive building.
With a generous gross internal area of 5,810 sq ft, the property offers incredible scope for re-configuration. A future owner could re-establish grand reception rooms, spacious bedrooms, and modern living areas, all while preserving the property's stunning period features.
Imagine restoring the elegant proportions of the ground floor to create a series of magnificent living spaces, perhaps a formal lounge, a separate dining room, and a contemporary open-plan kitchen and family room overlooking the garden.
The sheer scale of the building allows for up to 9 bedrooms, or a more sensible 4-6 bedrooms with large, luxurious suites and en-suite facilities. This is a project for those with a vision for design, a love of period architecture, and the desire to create a truly bespoke home.
The Perfect Setting for Family Life - Situated on Prince Edwards Road, the property is a short stroll from the vibrant heart of Lewes, with its independent shops, cafes, and historic landmarks. The location offers the perfect blend of peaceful residential living and excellent connectivity.
Viewings highly recommended.
A Rare Opportunity to Restore a Lewes Landmark -Welcome to "North Corner," a magnificent early Victorian detached property at 1 Prince Edwards Road, Lewes, offering a once-in-a-lifetime chance to transform a piece of local history.
This substantial property, originally known as "The Limes" and built in 1870 for the prominent iron founder and engineer John Every, is currently undergoing an application to change its use back to residential use .
This presents an unmissable opportunity for a discerning buyer to create a truly exceptional family home in one of Lewes's most sought-after locations.
Unleash Your Vision: A Blank Canvas Awaits "North Corner" stands as a grand architectural canvas, ready to be re-imagined for modern family life. While currently configured for its former use, the attached floor plans reveal the vast potential of this impressive building.
With a generous gross internal area of 5,810 sq ft, the property offers incredible scope for re-configuration. A future owner could re-establish grand reception rooms, spacious bedrooms, and modern living areas, all while preserving the property's stunning period features.
Imagine restoring the elegant proportions of the ground floor to create a series of magnificent living spaces, perhaps a formal lounge, a separate dining room, and a contemporary open-plan kitchen and family room overlooking the garden.
The sheer scale of the building allows for up to 9 bedrooms, or a more sensible 4-6 bedrooms with large, luxurious suites and en-suite facilities. This is a project for those with a vision for design, a love of period architecture, and the desire to create a truly bespoke home.
The Perfect Setting for Family Life - Situated on Prince Edwards Road, the property is a short stroll from the vibrant heart of Lewes, with its independent shops, cafes, and historic landmarks. The location offers the perfect blend of peaceful residential living and excellent connectivity.
Viewings highly recommended.
Lounge - 5.79m x 4.98m (19'0 x 16'4) -
Kitchen - 5.11m x 4.75m (16'9 x 15'7) -
Kitchen - 3.78m x 3.45m (12'5 x 11'4) -
Reception Room - 6.45m x 4.09m (21'2 x 13'5) -
Store - 5.21m x 2.21m (17'1 x 7'3) -
Bedroom - 4.98m x 3.25m (16'4 x 10'8) -
Bedroom - 4.83m x 2.95m (15'10 x 9'8) -
Bedroom - 4.83m x 3.40m (15'10 x 11'2) -
Bedroom - 4.85m x 3.40m (15'11 x 11'2) -
Bedroom - 3.43m x 3.10m (11'3 x 10'2) -
Bedroom - 3.76m x 2.64m (12'4 x 8'8) -
Bedroom - 3.68m x 2.62m (12'1 x 8'7) -
Bedroom - 3.68m x 2.84m (12'1 x 9'4) -
Bedroom - 3.91m x 2.67m (12'10 x 8'9) -
Bedroom - 3.71m x 2.82m (12'2 x 9'3) -
Bedroom - 3.84m x 3.71m (12'7 x 12'2) -
Bedroom - 4.90m x 3.23m (16'1 x 10'7) -
Bedroom - 5.03m x 2.44m (16'6 x 8'0) -
Bedroom - 3.91m x 2.44m (12'10 x 8'0) -
Bedroom - 3.61m x 2.79m (11'10 x 9'2) -
Bedroom - 4.78m x 3.99m (15'8 x 13'1) -
Bedroom - 4.29m x 3.71m (14'1 x 12'2) -
Garage - 5.11m x 3.10m (16'9 x 10'2) -
Council Tax Band - A £1,752 Per Annum -
Brochures
Prince Edwards Road, LewesBrochure- 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: A
- PARKINGDetails of how and where vehicles can be parked, and any associated costs.Read more about parking in our glossary page.
- Yes
- GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
- Yes
- 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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