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South Way, Lewes, BN7 1LY

PROPERTY TYPE

Semi-Detached

BEDROOMS

4

BATHROOMS

2

SIZE

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TENURE
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Freehold

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Key features

  • Extended 1930s Semi-Detached House: A classic bay-fronted property offering substantial family accommodation with superb potential for modernisation.
  • 1021 Sq Ft Internal Space: Spacious layout across two floors, providing a great foundation to reconfigure and upgrade (94.9 sq m Approx. Gross Internal Area)
  • Dual Aspect Reception Room: Features a generous Sitting/Dining Room (6.92 x 3.73m) stretching front to back, ideal for open-plan living.
  • Flexible Ground Floor Bedroom: The ground floor includes a fourth bedroom with an adjacent shower room, perfect for guests, a teenager's suite, or a home office (3.40 x 3.24m).
  • Significant Potential: Requires full updating and refurbishment, allowing the new owner a rare opportunity to personalise and add significant value.
  • Generous Rear Garden: An attractive, mature rear garden set on an incline, ready for landscaping and offering an excellent outdoor family space.
  • Excellent Commuter Links: Just 1.6km from Lewes Mainline Station, providing fast connections to London, Brighton, and beyond.
  • Highly Rated Local Schools: Close proximity to 'Good' rated schools, including Wallands Community Primary (approx. 500m) and Priory School (approx. 2.0km).
  • Driveway Parking: Essential convenience with off-road parking available at the front of the property.
  • South Downs Access: Located in the popular Nevill area with easy access to the South Downs National Park for stunning walks and recreation.

Description

This extended 1930s bay-fronted semi-detached house on the highly desirable South Way in Lewes presents a superb opportunity for a buyer eager to undertake a full modernisation project and create their dream family home.

Offering a generous Approximate Gross Internal Area of 94.9 sq m (1021 sq ft), the property is a blank canvas awaiting comprehensive refurbishment. The current layout is highly adaptable, featuring a flexible ground floor that includes a spacious, light-filled Sitting/Dining Room running from front to back, a separate Kitchen that could be knocked open to the living space, a ground floor extension is currently used a Bedroom with shower room—a setup that could easily lend itself to a separate annex or home office suite. Ascending to the first floor reveals two good-sized double bedrooms, a further single bedroom, and the main family bathroom.

The home occupies an elevated position, offering excellent potential for far-reaching views across the town and surrounding landscape. Externally, there is a driveway for off-road parking to the front, while the rear boasts a generous, mature garden with steps leading to a higher level, providing a fantastic opportunity for landscaping and outdoor enjoyment.

Set in the popular Nevill area, the location is ideal for families, with excellent local schooling options including the 'Good' rated Wallands Community Primary and Nursery School (approx. 500m) and Priory School (approx. 2.0km) nearby. For commuters, Lewes mainline train station is conveniently situated just 1.6km away, offering easy rail access. Additionally, the area benefits from a local bus service connecting to the historic town centre, which is renowned for its independent shops, eateries, and period charm. With the South Downs National Park on its doorstep, this property combines practicality and superb lifestyle appeal, making it an excellent investment for those seeking a development opportunity in a sought-after Lewes postcode.

Hallway -

Sitting / Dining Room - 6.91m x 3.73m (22'8 x 12'3) -

Kitchen - 2.46m x 2.41m (8'1 x 7'11) -

Bedroom 4 Plus En-Suite Shower Room - 3.40m x 3.25m (11'2 x 10'8) -

First Floor Landing -

Bedroom 1 - 3.71m 3.61m (12'2 11'10) -

Bedroom 2 - 3.68m x 3.25m (12'1 x 10'8) -

Bedroom 3 - 2.62m x 2.24m (8'7 x 7'4) -

Family Bathroom -

Council Band Tax E- £3211 -

Brochures

South Way, Lewes, BN7 1LY Brochure
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Band: E
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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About Oakfield, Lewes

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Our superb team in Lewes has vast knowledge of lettings and sales, with decades of combined local industry experience. So whether you're renting, letting out, buying or selling, we're ideally placed to help.

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