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South Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7

PROPERTY TYPE

Semi-Detached

BEDROOMS

3

BATHROOMS

3

SIZE

1,819 sq ft

169 sq m

TENURE
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Freehold

Floorplan 1
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Key features

  • Generous garden including riverbank and access to the water's edge
  • Uninterrupted views across to the Railway Land Local Nature Reserve
  • Two impressive river-facing living spaces with full-height glazing and outdoor space
  • Three well-proportioned bedrooms and three bathrooms, including two en-suites
  • Principal bedroom with private balcony and views towards Cuilfail
  • Generous private parking, including substantial undercroft parking for three vehicles
  • Short, level walk to Cliffe High Street, Lewes town centre and railway station
  • Separate studio/home office plus extensive storage

Description

The Property

On a private lane from South Street, River House occupies an unusual position between central Lewes and the River Ouse, combining the convenience of town living with privacy, open views and direct access to the river.
It offers a rare opportunity for waterside living in central Lewes, with uninterrupted views across the River Ouse to the Railway Land Local Nature Reserve.

The house has been designed around its river setting. Full-height glazing across the rear draws the river into the home, maximising the open views and creating a strong connection with the water and surrounding natural landscape.

There are two substantial reception spaces. On the top floor, the principal sitting room has dramatic ceilings rising to approximately four metres at their highest point, extensive glazing and far-reaching river views.
The main kitchen, dining and informal living space occupies the upper ground floor. The well-equipped kitchen, with adjoining utility room, opens through a breakfast bar to a generous dining room and snug. From here, doors lead directly onto a large covered terrace overlooking the river, creating an excellent indoor/outdoor entertaining space for dining, relaxing and enjoying the setting throughout much of the year.
The house provides three good-sized bedrooms and three bathrooms.

The principal bedroom is on the top floor and opens onto a private balcony with views towards the cliffs and Cuilfail. Its en-suite bathroom includes both a bath and a large separate shower.
A second double bedroom on the upper ground floor has built-in wardrobes and an en-suite shower room. The third bedroom, also on the top floor, is generously proportioned and incorporates a mezzanine level providing useful additional storage or occasional den space. A separate shower room serves this bedroom and guests.

Storage and ancillary space are unusually generous. In addition to the accommodation within the house, there is a separate studio/home office beneath the property, a substantial plant and storage room with shelving, further dedicated storage, mezzanine storage and extensive covered undercroft space.

Outside

The private enclosed garden runs directly to the River Ouse, with ownership extending to the riverbank and private access to the water's edge.

A large covered terrace immediately outside the principal kitchen and dining area provides an excellent space for outdoor dining and entertaining, while additional elevated terraces take advantage of the open river views and outlook across the Railway Land Local Nature Reserve.There may also be potential to create a small landing stage or jetty, subject to any necessary consents.

To the front is a large gravelled drive with mature planting and an established olive tree. Parking is particularly generous for a property so close to central Lewes, with substantial undercroft parking for three vehicles in addition to driveway parking and a 7kW electric vehicle charging point.

Location

River House lies on South Street in Lewes, within the South Downs National Park and only a short, level walk from Cliffe High Street and the town centre.

Lewes is one of Sussex's most distinctive county towns, known for its independent shops, cafés, restaurants, historic streets and strong cultural life. The Depot independent cinema, Lewes Farmers Market and the internationally renowned Glyndebourne Opera House are all close at hand. Lewes railway station is within walking distance and provides direct services to London and Brighton, while the surrounding South Downs offer exceptional walking and countryside within minutes of the town.

The position of River House is particularly unusual: direct river frontage and waterside living, extensive parking, privacy and open views across protected natural landscape, yet with central Lewes and the railway station easily accessible on foot.

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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.
Garage
GARDENA property has access to an outdoor space, which could be private or shared.
Back garden
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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South Street, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7

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Monthly repayments£6,269
Property: £ 1,250,000
Deposit: £ 125,000
Interest rate: 5.33%
Term: 30 years
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About Oakley Property, Lewes

14A High Street, Lewes, BN7 2LN
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We have strategically located our estate agency offices to ensure our Clients properties enjoy the maximum exposure to a diverse target audience of purchasers.

The golden rule of property is 'location, location, location' and we practice what we preach, so by having prime offices in the City of Brighton & Hove, the County Town of Lewes and central London we can offer you comprehensive coverage of the market place.

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