Baldslow Down, Westfield Lane, St Leonards on Sea, East Sussex

GUIDE PRICE: £1,275,000-£1,325,000
An outstanding and rarely available detached residence set within approximately two acres of beautifully maintained gardens and private grounds, including its own enchanting woodland area. This substantial six-bedroom, six-bathroom home is discreetly positioned behind three sets of secure electric gates, including a pedestrian gate, on an impressive double plot, offering an exceptional sense of privacy, space and tranquillity. Boasting a luxurious indoor heated swimming pool and an abundance of versatile accommodation, the property perfectly balances elegant family living with lifestyle appeal. Thoughtfully designed throughout, the layout provides superb flexibility for multigenerational living, independent annexe accommodation or potential home-and-income opportunities, subject to any necessary permissions.

KEY FEATURES:
•SUBSTANTIAL DETACHED RESIDENCE SET ON AN IMPRESSIVE DOUBLE PLOT
•SIX BEDROOMS AND SIX BATHROOMS (THREE EN-SUITES)
•APPROXIMATELY TWO ACRES OF LANDSCAPED GROUNDS AND PRIVATE WOODLAND
•FLEXIBLE ANNEXE ACCOMMODATION WITH PRIVATE ACCESS
•IDEAL FOR MULTIGENERATIONAL LIVING OR HOME-AND-INCOME POTENTIAL
•INDOOR HEATED SWIMMING POOL COMPLEX
•TWO RECEPTION ROOMS PLUS CONSERVATORY
•SPACIOUS KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM WITH CHARACTER FEATURES
•AMPLE STORAGE ACROSS THREE ATTIC SPACES
•TWO GARAGES AND EXTENSIVE GATED OFF-ROAD PARKING
•THREE SETS OF ELECTRIC GATES INCLUDING PEDESTRIAN ACCESS
•FOURTH GATE LEADING TO POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LAND
•STUDIO/CABIN SPACE WITH MULTIPLE POSSIBLE USES
•PEACEFUL AND PRIVATE SETTING WITH EXCEPTIONAL TRANQUILLITY

The property offers spacious and adaptable accommodation throughout, including two elegant reception rooms, a conservatory overlooking the gardens, a large kitchen/breakfast room with utility, six bedrooms and six bathrooms, including three en-suite facilities.
The home opens into a spacious entrance hall leading through to a bright and impressive dual-aspect living room centred around a striking gas feature fireplace, while the separate dining room provides an elegant setting for entertaining. The conservatory enjoys beautiful views across the gardens and opens directly onto the patio terraces. The kitchen/breakfast room combines character and practicality with fitted cabinetry providing ample storage, stone worktops, a Belfast sink and an open fireplace with wood burner, complemented by a separate utility room. A ground floor shower room and cloakroom add further convenience.

To the first floor are three spacious double bedrooms, all benefitting from fitted wardrobe storage. The principal suite is particularly impressive, featuring extensive freestanding fitted furniture alongside a luxurious en-suite bathroom with jacuzzi bath and a separate en-suite shower room, both finished to a high standard, with the en-suite bathroom enjoying a front-facing aspect. A further family bathroom completes the main accommodation, while three attic spaces provide excellent additional storage.
An adjoining wing of the property provides exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living, guest accommodation or potential holiday let use. The ground floor features an additional bedroom with direct access into the swimming pool complex, together with private access and a stylish shower room with tiled flooring. A separate staircase leads to a further first-floor bedroom and private shower room, creating an ideal space for guests, independent living or potential Airbnb accommodation.

The indoor swimming pool complex creates a superb leisure environment, featuring a fully mosaic tiled heated swimming pool ranging from approximately 4ft 6in at the shallow end to 7ft deep at the far end, making it ideal for diving and snorkelling. Additional features include two sets of stainless steel steps, a stainless steel grab rail at the deep end, underwater lighting, an underwater mosaic mural on the pool floor, a diving board, robotic underwater floor cleaning machine and an electronic retractable cover.
The pool room itself has been thoughtfully designed to create an exceptional year-round leisure and entertaining space, featuring electric opening roof windows with integrated rain sensors and temperature-controlled automatic opening and closing functions. A contemporary fitted electric fire with striking stone-effect flames provides a luxurious focal point, while feature “torch-style” dimmable floor lighting is set within the tiled flooring. Above the seating area, LED lighting is complemented by stunning fibre optic colour-changing feature lights arranged in precise star formations, creating a truly atmospheric environment. The surrounding entertaining areas provide direct access to the gardens and garages, creating a wonderful indoor-outdoor lifestyle setting.

OUTSIDE: The sweeping driveway provides extensive parking and is approached via three secure electric gates, including a pedestrian gate. The front garden also benefits from an outside tap. The rear gardens offer expansive lawns, entertaining terraces, woodland areas filled with spring bluebells and an exceptional sense of peace and tranquillity. The grounds further benefit from multiple patio and terrace areas, a rear outside tap, a canopied hot tub area, woodland walks and additional gated access points, including a fourth gate leading to a track with potential access to future residential development land overlooking ancient woodland, subject to the necessary permissions. There is also a further unused fifth gate at the front of the property, with an original pathway hidden beneath leaves under the mature fir tree, connecting to the current front path.

LOCATION: Situated on a highly sought-after road bordering Westfield and St Leonards, the property is ideally located for highly regarded schools, local shops, transport links and everyday amenities. Offering the perfect balance between countryside tranquillity and convenient accessibility, this remarkable home presents an exceptional lifestyle opportunity within one of the area’s most desirable settings.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Mains Water, Mains Drainage, Mains Electricity
Heating: Gas Central Heating, Wood Burner and Gas Fire
EPC Rating: D, Council Tax Band: G, Electric Car Charging Point. Broadband Speeds: -FTTP Superfast 38 Mbps / Ultrafast 1800 Mbps

AGENT’S COMMENT:
“A substantial detached residence with an impressive indoor swimming pool complex and beautifully manicured gardens, set within approximately two acres (tbv), offering exceptional flexibility for multigenerational living.”