Main Road, Icklesham, East Sussex, TN36

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The kitchen and living space sits at the heart of daily life here, and everything naturally revolves around it. School mornings begin with breakfast on the sofa for the children, coffee at the breakfast bar, and a steady flow out of the door towards school and work. On quieter days, especially when working from home, there’s a noticeable calm once the house settles after the morning rush, with the garden providing a soft backdrop to the day.

In summer, the house opens up completely. Doors and windows are thrown wide, dogs move freely in and out, and the patio becomes an easy extension of the kitchen. Lunches outside, evening BBQs, and long evenings around the breakfast bar or dining space all feel effortless. The garden itself is private and not overlooked, with high hedging and secure boundaries, making it a safe and relaxed space for children and pets to use freely.

Evenings tend to drift towards the sofa, with the electric fire effect on, soft lighting, candles and a blanket, especially in the colder months. The home is warm and efficient in winter, heating up quickly, while staying naturally comfortable in summer with good airflow throughout. The bedrooms at the back of the house are particularly quiet, and even after years of living here, outside noise has never been an issue.

The layout works well for modern family life. The open plan kitchen and living area is the main hub, while the additional room has been used flexibly as a playroom, office and guest space over the years. Interestingly, the playroom hasn’t been used as much as expected, with most of the children’s life naturally happening in the main living space instead. The utility room provides practical separation for laundry and storage, and is also where the dogs sleep at night.

Natural light is a real feature at the front of the house, particularly in the main bedroom with its large bay window, which catches the morning sun. The porch also benefits from warmth and light, making it ideal for drying washing. Across the seasons, the house feels balanced and easy to live in, never too hot, never too cold, and always comfortable.

Outside, the garden has become a true extension of the home. The patio catches the sun from mid-morning through to early evening, and in summer it is used almost daily for eating outside. Children play freely on the swing, ride bikes and run around the garden, while dogs settle on the warm stone and enjoy the space just as much. It is quiet, private, and feels tucked away despite being well connected.

The location offers a gentle mix of countryside living and practical access. Walks down Broad Street and across the surrounding fields are part of daily life, often leading towards the Queens Head for food or a drink. The Robin Hood pub is also a firm local favourite, especially for families, with plenty of outdoor space and a relaxed atmosphere. Rye and Hastings are both within easy reach, and there is a bus route nearby for evenings out without needing the car.

Over the years, thoughtful changes such as the porch, render and roof have transformed the feel of the home, while keeping its character intact. One small detail that remains from the original house is the larder door, a simple feature that was kept because it felt right to keep a trace of the home’s history within the modernised space.

What will be missed most is not just the house itself, but the life that has happened inside it. Family milestones, everyday routines, quiet evenings, and the sense of security that comes from a home that has truly worked for the people living in it.