The Mount, St. Leonards-On-Sea
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- PROPERTY TYPE
Detached
- BEDROOMS
9
- BATHROOMS
2
- SIZE
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- TENUREDescribes how you own a property. There are different types of tenure - freehold, leasehold, and commonhold.Read more about tenure in our glossary page.
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Key features
- Grade II Listed Substantial Detached House
- Five Reception Rooms
- Two Kitchen Areas
- Nine Bedrooms
- Boiler Room, Attic Room and Cellar Room
- Sun Room and Sun Terrace
- Four Separate WC's & Two Bathrooms
- Off Road Parking
- Private Rear Garden
- Council Tax Band G
Description
PCM Estate Agents present to the market this TRULY EXCEPTIONAL DETACHED GRADE II LISTED VICTORIAN VILLA, offering approximately 6000 sq/ft of accommodation, designed by the renowned architect DECIMUS BURTON. Occupying a PRESTIGEOUS POSITION within The Mount, in the heart of St Leonards-on-Sea, with OFF ROAD PARKING, being offered to the market CHAIN FREE.
This remarkable home enjoys extensive and VERSATILE ACCOMMODATION arranged over FOUR STOREYS, whilst retaining an abundance of ORIGINAL PERIOD FEATURES, including IMPRESSIVE CEILING HEIGHTS, ORNATE FIREPLACES with MARBLE SURROUNDS and a wealth of CHARACTER and ARCHITECTURAL CHARM throughout.
The accommodation is approached via an IMPRESSIVE ENTRANCE VESTIBULE with EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH CEILINGS which opens into a GRAND RECEPTION HALL featuring an elegant staircase rising to the upper floors, together with stairs descending to the lower ground floor. The ground floor comprises TWO MAGNIFICENT RECEPTION ROOMS, a CLOAKROOM/WC and an ADDITIONAL VERSATILE ROOM, suitable for a variety of uses. The lower ground floor provides two further exceptionally well-proportioned RECEPTION ROOMS, a kitchen, three separate WCs and the boiler room.
The first floor offers THREE BEDROOMS, a kitchen and a family bathroom, with one of the bedrooms currently arranged and utilised as a living room. The second floor comprises FOUR FURTHER BEDROOMS and an ADDITIONAL BATHROOM, whilst the upper floor provides a FURTHER BEDROOM together with an ATTIC ROOM.
Externally, the property benefits from a private driveway providing OFF ROAD PARKING together with an ATTRACTIVE MATURE GARDEN. From the upper floors, the property enjoys SPECTACULAR PANORAMIC VIEWS across St Leonards and Hastings, taking in Hastings Castle, the English Channel and the surrounding townscape.
The property occupies an enviable central location, just a short stroll from St Leonards Gardens, the seafront, promenade and the vibrant hub of St Leonards, offering an excellent selection of independent coffee shops, restaurants, bakeries and local amenities. Warrior Square railway station is also within easy walking distance, providing convenient mainline services to London.
Overall, this is an EXCEPTIONALLY RARE and HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT RESIDENCE of considerable character, offering substantial and flexible accommodation in one of St Leonards’ most sought-after locations. Its architectural pedigree, ORIGINAL FEATURES, generous proportions and outstanding setting combine to create a truly unique property
Please contact he owners agents now to book your viewing and avoid disappointment.
Original Wooden Partially Glazed Front Door - Opening to:
Inviting Vestibule - 3.78m x 2.79m (12'5 x 9'2) - Approximately 12' high ceiling, ornate cornicing, double radiator, dado rail, sash window t o side aspect with original wooden shutters, large double opening doors to:
Impressive Entrance Hall - Approximately 12' high ceiling, spacious with ornate cornicing, double radiator, dado rail, access to upper and lower floor accommodation, window to side aspect, door to rear garden.
Reception Room One - 8.86m x 5.31m (29'1 x 17'5) - Approximately 12' high ceiling with ornate cornicing, picture rail, high skirting boards, four double radiators, elegant marble fireplace with tiled surround, large sash picture windows to front elevation with original wooden shutters, allowing lots of natural light to enter the room, pleasant views over The Mount and partial views between neighbouring properties.
Reception Room Two - 8.81m x 4.65m (28'11 x 15'3) - Approximately 12' high ceiling with ornate cornicing, ceiling rose, picture rail, three double radiators, high skirting, period fireplace, two large sash windows to rear aspect with views onto the garden and original wooden shutters.
Study/ Reception Room - 4.62m x 2.87m (15'2 x 9'5) - Approximately 12' high ceiling with ornate cornicing, picture rail, period fireplace, double radiator, immersion heater, recessed shelving, sash window to rear aspect with views onto the rear garden and original wooden shutters.
Cloakroom - Low level wc, wall mounted wash hand basin, part tiled walls, sash window with obscured glass to front aspect.
Lower Floor Hallway - Spacious with radiator, under stairs storage cupboard, window to side aspect, door to front aspect, doors to:
Reception Room Three - 8.43m x 5.36m (27'8 x 17'7) - Partially exposed brick walls with wood panelled sections, three double radiators, two sash windows to front aspect.
Dining Room/ Reception Room - 5.23m x 4.60m (17'2 x 15'1) - Large fireplace, double radiator, fitted cabinetry, sash window to rear aspect, door to:
Kitchen - 4.57m x 3.15m (15' x 10'4 ) - Fitted with a range of base level cupboards and drawers, double drainer sink unit, further ceramic Belfast sink, four ring gas hob with oven below and space for freestanding gas cooker, part tiled walls, double radiator, wood laminate flooring, return door to hallway, wooden partially glazed double doors to rear aspect opening to the lower courtyard.
Boiler Room - 15'3 narrowing to 13'5 (4.65m narrowing to 4.09m)
Freestanding boiler, space and plumbing for washing machine, window to rear aspect.
Wc One - 2.49m x 1.30m (8'2 x 4'3) - Wash hand basin, low level wc, part tiled walls.
Wc Two - 1.83m x 1.42m (6' x 4'8) - Low level wc, wash hand basin with part tiled walls.
Wc Three - 1.24m x 1.07m (4'1 x 3'6) - Low level wc, part tiled walls, window to side aspect.
Cellar Room - Offering a practical storage space.
First Floor Landing - Stairs rising to the second floor, door leading to an inner hall which provides access to the sun room, doors to:
Kitchen - 4.60m x 4.14m (15'1 x 13'7) - Approximate ceiling height 10' with cornicing, picture rail, two double radiators, range of base level cupboards and drawers with stone countertops, ceramic Belfast sink with mixer tap, elegant marble fireplace, space for gas cooker, window to rear aspect with views onto the garden, interconnecting door to:
Bedroom - 4.65m x 4.27m (15'3 x 14') - Approximate ceiling height 10' with cornicing, elegant marble fireplace, picture rail, two double radiators, dual aspect with sash window to rear aspect having views views onto the garden and further sash window to side elevation with townscape views.
Bedroom - 4.27m x 3.45m (14' x 11'4) - Approximate ceiling height 10' with cornicing, picture rail, elegant marble fireplace, double radiator, sash window to front aspect, interconnecting door to:
Bedroom - 5.59m x 5.13m (18'4 x 16'10) - Approximate ceiling height 10' with cornicing, picture rail, elegant marble fireplace, double radiator, interconnecting door to previous bedroom, two sash windows to front aspect with views over The Mount and partial views of the sea in between neighbouring properties. Currently utilised as a living room.
Bathroom - 4.52m x 1.12m (14'10 x 3'8) - Accessed via the half-landing. Wood flooring, tiled walls, bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, low level wc, radiator, two sash windows to side aspect.
Bathroom - 2.24m x 2.03m (7'4 x 6'8 ) - Accessed via the main landing. Part tiled walls, tiled flooring, wash hand basin, low level wc, bath, radiator, sash window with pattern glass to the side aspect.
Sun Room - 3.18m x 2.64m (10'5 x 8'8) - Apex glass roof, windows to all elevations, tiled flooring, pleasant views over The Mount, door to rear aspect opening onto:
Sun Terrace - Metal safety balustrade with views onto the garden.
Second Floor Landing - Half-landing with window to side aspect having glorious townscape views, views to the sea and toward Hastings. Main landing with access to:
Bedroom - 5.41m x 4.11m (17'9 x 13'6) - Built in cupboard, period fireplace, corning, double radiator, sash windows to both front and side elevations, enjoying pleasant townscape views and views to the sea from the side and the front having lovely views over The Mount and beyond to the sea.
Bedroom - 5.77m x 4.06m (18'11 x 13'4) - Tiled fireplace, cornicing, double radiator, sash window to front aspect having lovely views over The Mount and far reaching views toward Beachy Head and to the sea.
Bedroom - 4.67m x 4.09m (15'4 x 13'5) - Built in cupboard, period fireplace, coving to ceiling, double radiator, dual aspect with sash window to rear aspect having views onto the garden and to the side having lovely far-reaching views as far as Hastings Castle, townscape views and views to the sea.
Bedroom - 4.42m x 4.06m (14'6 x 13'4) - Cornicing, period fireplace, double radiator, sash window to rear aspect with views onto the garden.
Bathroom - 2.67m x 2.29m (8'9 x 7'6 ) - Bidet, pedestal wash hand basin, low level wc, panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, glass shower screen, double radiator, part tiled walls, sash window to side aspect.
Third Floor Landing - Leading to:
Bedroom - 14'2 narrowing to 11'1 x 19'5 max (4.32m narrowing to 3.38m x 5.92m max)
Sash window to side aspect, access to eaves storage, far-reaching views over St Leonards toward Hastings with views of Hastings Castle, the East Hill and as far as the Pier and the Harbour Arm.
Attic Room - 19'4 x 13'9 narrowing to 10'3 (5.89m x 4.19m narrowing to 3.12m)
Exposed wooden floorboards, offering a practical storage space with lighting and access to eaves storage.
Outside - Front - The property occupies a slightly elevated position with steps up to the front door. Lawned garden with walled and hedged boundaries, driveway providing off road parking for multiple vehicles.
Rear Garden - Established and laid to lawn with mature plants and shrubs, offering a private and sunny aspect.
This remarkable home enjoys extensive and VERSATILE ACCOMMODATION arranged over FOUR STOREYS, whilst retaining an abundance of ORIGINAL PERIOD FEATURES, including IMPRESSIVE CEILING HEIGHTS, ORNATE FIREPLACES with MARBLE SURROUNDS and a wealth of CHARACTER and ARCHITECTURAL CHARM throughout.
The accommodation is approached via an IMPRESSIVE ENTRANCE VESTIBULE with EXCEPTIONALLY HIGH CEILINGS which opens into a GRAND RECEPTION HALL featuring an elegant staircase rising to the upper floors, together with stairs descending to the lower ground floor. The ground floor comprises TWO MAGNIFICENT RECEPTION ROOMS, a CLOAKROOM/WC and an ADDITIONAL VERSATILE ROOM, suitable for a variety of uses. The lower ground floor provides two further exceptionally well-proportioned RECEPTION ROOMS, a kitchen, three separate WCs and the boiler room.
The first floor offers THREE BEDROOMS, a kitchen and a family bathroom, with one of the bedrooms currently arranged and utilised as a living room. The second floor comprises FOUR FURTHER BEDROOMS and an ADDITIONAL BATHROOM, whilst the upper floor provides a FURTHER BEDROOM together with an ATTIC ROOM.
Externally, the property benefits from a private driveway providing OFF ROAD PARKING together with an ATTRACTIVE MATURE GARDEN. From the upper floors, the property enjoys SPECTACULAR PANORAMIC VIEWS across St Leonards and Hastings, taking in Hastings Castle, the English Channel and the surrounding townscape.
The property occupies an enviable central location, just a short stroll from St Leonards Gardens, the seafront, promenade and the vibrant hub of St Leonards, offering an excellent selection of independent coffee shops, restaurants, bakeries and local amenities. Warrior Square railway station is also within easy walking distance, providing convenient mainline services to London.
Overall, this is an EXCEPTIONALLY RARE and HISTORICALLY SIGNIFICANT RESIDENCE of considerable character, offering substantial and flexible accommodation in one of St Leonards’ most sought-after locations. Its architectural pedigree, ORIGINAL FEATURES, generous proportions and outstanding setting combine to create a truly unique property
Please contact he owners agents now to book your viewing and avoid disappointment.
Original Wooden Partially Glazed Front Door - Opening to:
Inviting Vestibule - 3.78m x 2.79m (12'5 x 9'2) - Approximately 12' high ceiling, ornate cornicing, double radiator, dado rail, sash window t o side aspect with original wooden shutters, large double opening doors to:
Impressive Entrance Hall - Approximately 12' high ceiling, spacious with ornate cornicing, double radiator, dado rail, access to upper and lower floor accommodation, window to side aspect, door to rear garden.
Reception Room One - 8.86m x 5.31m (29'1 x 17'5) - Approximately 12' high ceiling with ornate cornicing, picture rail, high skirting boards, four double radiators, elegant marble fireplace with tiled surround, large sash picture windows to front elevation with original wooden shutters, allowing lots of natural light to enter the room, pleasant views over The Mount and partial views between neighbouring properties.
Reception Room Two - 8.81m x 4.65m (28'11 x 15'3) - Approximately 12' high ceiling with ornate cornicing, ceiling rose, picture rail, three double radiators, high skirting, period fireplace, two large sash windows to rear aspect with views onto the garden and original wooden shutters.
Study/ Reception Room - 4.62m x 2.87m (15'2 x 9'5) - Approximately 12' high ceiling with ornate cornicing, picture rail, period fireplace, double radiator, immersion heater, recessed shelving, sash window to rear aspect with views onto the rear garden and original wooden shutters.
Cloakroom - Low level wc, wall mounted wash hand basin, part tiled walls, sash window with obscured glass to front aspect.
Lower Floor Hallway - Spacious with radiator, under stairs storage cupboard, window to side aspect, door to front aspect, doors to:
Reception Room Three - 8.43m x 5.36m (27'8 x 17'7) - Partially exposed brick walls with wood panelled sections, three double radiators, two sash windows to front aspect.
Dining Room/ Reception Room - 5.23m x 4.60m (17'2 x 15'1) - Large fireplace, double radiator, fitted cabinetry, sash window to rear aspect, door to:
Kitchen - 4.57m x 3.15m (15' x 10'4 ) - Fitted with a range of base level cupboards and drawers, double drainer sink unit, further ceramic Belfast sink, four ring gas hob with oven below and space for freestanding gas cooker, part tiled walls, double radiator, wood laminate flooring, return door to hallway, wooden partially glazed double doors to rear aspect opening to the lower courtyard.
Boiler Room - 15'3 narrowing to 13'5 (4.65m narrowing to 4.09m)
Freestanding boiler, space and plumbing for washing machine, window to rear aspect.
Wc One - 2.49m x 1.30m (8'2 x 4'3) - Wash hand basin, low level wc, part tiled walls.
Wc Two - 1.83m x 1.42m (6' x 4'8) - Low level wc, wash hand basin with part tiled walls.
Wc Three - 1.24m x 1.07m (4'1 x 3'6) - Low level wc, part tiled walls, window to side aspect.
Cellar Room - Offering a practical storage space.
First Floor Landing - Stairs rising to the second floor, door leading to an inner hall which provides access to the sun room, doors to:
Kitchen - 4.60m x 4.14m (15'1 x 13'7) - Approximate ceiling height 10' with cornicing, picture rail, two double radiators, range of base level cupboards and drawers with stone countertops, ceramic Belfast sink with mixer tap, elegant marble fireplace, space for gas cooker, window to rear aspect with views onto the garden, interconnecting door to:
Bedroom - 4.65m x 4.27m (15'3 x 14') - Approximate ceiling height 10' with cornicing, elegant marble fireplace, picture rail, two double radiators, dual aspect with sash window to rear aspect having views views onto the garden and further sash window to side elevation with townscape views.
Bedroom - 4.27m x 3.45m (14' x 11'4) - Approximate ceiling height 10' with cornicing, picture rail, elegant marble fireplace, double radiator, sash window to front aspect, interconnecting door to:
Bedroom - 5.59m x 5.13m (18'4 x 16'10) - Approximate ceiling height 10' with cornicing, picture rail, elegant marble fireplace, double radiator, interconnecting door to previous bedroom, two sash windows to front aspect with views over The Mount and partial views of the sea in between neighbouring properties. Currently utilised as a living room.
Bathroom - 4.52m x 1.12m (14'10 x 3'8) - Accessed via the half-landing. Wood flooring, tiled walls, bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, pedestal wash hand basin, low level wc, radiator, two sash windows to side aspect.
Bathroom - 2.24m x 2.03m (7'4 x 6'8 ) - Accessed via the main landing. Part tiled walls, tiled flooring, wash hand basin, low level wc, bath, radiator, sash window with pattern glass to the side aspect.
Sun Room - 3.18m x 2.64m (10'5 x 8'8) - Apex glass roof, windows to all elevations, tiled flooring, pleasant views over The Mount, door to rear aspect opening onto:
Sun Terrace - Metal safety balustrade with views onto the garden.
Second Floor Landing - Half-landing with window to side aspect having glorious townscape views, views to the sea and toward Hastings. Main landing with access to:
Bedroom - 5.41m x 4.11m (17'9 x 13'6) - Built in cupboard, period fireplace, corning, double radiator, sash windows to both front and side elevations, enjoying pleasant townscape views and views to the sea from the side and the front having lovely views over The Mount and beyond to the sea.
Bedroom - 5.77m x 4.06m (18'11 x 13'4) - Tiled fireplace, cornicing, double radiator, sash window to front aspect having lovely views over The Mount and far reaching views toward Beachy Head and to the sea.
Bedroom - 4.67m x 4.09m (15'4 x 13'5) - Built in cupboard, period fireplace, coving to ceiling, double radiator, dual aspect with sash window to rear aspect having views onto the garden and to the side having lovely far-reaching views as far as Hastings Castle, townscape views and views to the sea.
Bedroom - 4.42m x 4.06m (14'6 x 13'4) - Cornicing, period fireplace, double radiator, sash window to rear aspect with views onto the garden.
Bathroom - 2.67m x 2.29m (8'9 x 7'6 ) - Bidet, pedestal wash hand basin, low level wc, panelled bath with mixer tap and shower attachment, glass shower screen, double radiator, part tiled walls, sash window to side aspect.
Third Floor Landing - Leading to:
Bedroom - 14'2 narrowing to 11'1 x 19'5 max (4.32m narrowing to 3.38m x 5.92m max)
Sash window to side aspect, access to eaves storage, far-reaching views over St Leonards toward Hastings with views of Hastings Castle, the East Hill and as far as the Pier and the Harbour Arm.
Attic Room - 19'4 x 13'9 narrowing to 10'3 (5.89m x 4.19m narrowing to 3.12m)
Exposed wooden floorboards, offering a practical storage space with lighting and access to eaves storage.
Outside - Front - The property occupies a slightly elevated position with steps up to the front door. Lawned garden with walled and hedged boundaries, driveway providing off road parking for multiple vehicles.
Rear Garden - Established and laid to lawn with mature plants and shrubs, offering a private and sunny aspect.
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The Mount, St. Leonards-On-SeaBrochure- 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: G
- 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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Monthly repayments£6,394
Property: £ 1,275,000
Deposit: £ 127,500
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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