Hankham Hall Road, Westham, Pevensey, East Sussex, BN24

Price Range £850,000 - £900,000

Set in an idyllic position in the sought-after village of Westham, bordering the charming hamlet of Hankham, Little Summit is a substantial and highly versatile detached residence offering an exceptional lifestyle opportunity.

Backing directly onto open rural fields and enjoying beautiful countryside views, this impressive home combines generous family living with excellent potential for multi-generational occupation or running a business from home.

Approached via a private driveway, the property immediately impresses with its attractive frontage and secluded lawned garden, which features a fascinating historic air raid bunker.

The handsome entrance opens into a welcoming reception hall and reveals a home of considerable space and flexibility.
The accommodation is thoughtfully arranged and currently provides four bedrooms and four reception areas. To one side of the property is a spacious and light-filled dining room with sliding patio doors opening onto the gardens, a large conservatory currently utilised as a gym, and a beautiful sitting room featuring a wood-burning stove and attractive bay window. A ground-floor bedroom further enhances the flexibility of the layout.

On the opposite side of the house are a further bedroom and study, currently incorporated within the vendors’ home business, making this an ideal arrangement for those seeking to work from home., there is a downstairs w.c utility room, rear porch providing access to the swimming pool area, a boiler room, shower room and an inner hallway which leads to the first floor and could equally serve as an additional reception space.

The superbly appointed kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of wall and base units complemented by granite work surfaces. Integrated appliances include a Zanussi eye-level electric oven, Zanussi coffee machine and dishwasher, while there is space for an American-style fridge/freezer and gas range cooker beneath a stainless-steel extractor hood and splashback.

The first floor is centred around a stunning principal bedroom enjoying dual-aspect windows, delightful rural views and access to an en-suite shower room. There is also a further double bedroom and an additional family bathroom room serving this level.

Externally, the property continues to impress. The beautifully landscaped rear gardens provide a wonderful setting for outdoor entertaining and family enjoyment. A heated swimming pool, powered by an air source heat pump and supported by solar panels that also has battery storage, offers economical year-round use. The grounds also include stables, additional outbuildings, lean to greenhouse, large vegetable growing areas with raised beds and ample parking, with a driveway leading to a double garage.

A truly impressive country home offering space, versatility and outstanding lifestyle credentials in a semi-rural setting. Viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate everything Little Summit has to offer.

Little Summit enjoys a delightful semi-rural setting on Hankham Hall Road, positioned on the outskirts of the historic village of Westham and bordering the sought-after hamlet of Hankham. Surrounded by open countryside and farmland, the property offers a peaceful village lifestyle whilst remaining conveniently connected to nearby amenities and transport links.

Westham provides a range of everyday facilities including local shops, public houses, a village church, schooling and a mainline railway station at Pevensey & Westham, offering services to Eastbourne, Hastings, Brighton and London connections. The larger coastal town of Eastbourne is approximately four miles away and provides an extensive range of shopping, leisure and sporting facilities together with its popular seafront and marina.

The area is particularly favoured by those seeking a balance between countryside living and accessibility, with excellent road links via the A27 and A22 connecting to Brighton, Lewes, Tunbridge Wells and the wider South East. The stunning South Downs National Park, Pevensey Levels and the beaches of Pevensey Bay are all within easy reach, providing a wealth of opportunities for walking, cycling, sailing and other outdoor pursuits.

Combining a tranquil rural outlook with convenient access to local amenities, excellent transport connections and the Sussex coastline, Westham and Hankham remain highly desirable locations for families, professionals and those looking for a countryside retreat.