Open House 13/01/18 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Call KNIGHT & KNOXLEY 01424 31 00 00 For Appointments

£695,000 Freehold

Within walking distance of Historic Hastings Old Town and set within private gated gardens a stunning semi-detached Victorian Villa with far reaching views over the English Channel and East Hill.

The property has been sympathetically refurbished throughout blending beautiful contemporary finishes with original period features throughout. This substantial five bedroom home will appeal to purchasers looking for a truly unique and stylish home.

Homes of this stature are rare to the open market. This exceptional home offers over 2,100 sqft of versatile living space over three floors with 13 ft high ceilings to principal rooms adding light and space on vast proportions. Exquisite detailing to finishes throughout, mixing vintage fittings with period detailing.

The property is entranced through a grand entrance hallway with mahogany turning staircase to upper floors and solid herringbone wood flooring running throughout the entire ground floor. Under stairs cloaks area with w.c. Fabulous 28ft dual aspect reception room with open feature period fireplace, south facing bay window with views over resident’s gardens, French doors to rear dining area leading to level decked area, perfect for catching the late evening sun and bringing the outside in. Contemporary kitchen/dining room with custom built kitchen units, integral appliances and corian work surfaces. Large office room with adjoining utility room to rear of kitchen with door to landscaped gardens and rear parking access.

Turning staircase to magnificent first floor feature bathroom with double height ceiling and antique/vintage bathroom suite. Separate fitted walk in shower and period fitted cupboards. Bedroom five with stripped and painted flooring and window to side, (currently used as nursery room). Bedroom four with period feature fireplace, stripped and painted floorboards and window to side. Bedroom one to front with south facing windows and fantastic far reaching views over the English Channel/East Hill.

Staircase to upper floor. Bedroom three with period feature fireplace, window to side and stripped and painted floors. Master bedroom suite with south facing windows and phenomenal views over the English Channel/East Hill. Elegant en-suite boutique style shower room to master bedroom with far reaching views. Large loft area from landing (suitable for conversions subject to necessary consents).

Large landscaped rear gardens stocked with a variety of mature planting and shrubbery. Raised vegetable garden, level lawned area to rear and private access gates to off street hard standing for parking.

Located in one of Hastings most desirable and sought after residential enclaves the property is conveniently placed for the beach and promenade which are within walking distance as is historic Hastings Old Town. Artist open houses run throughout Hastings in the spring months along with summer fairs and street parties. Looking for an evening out? great local pubs and restaurants serving good food (try The Crown, Custom House, Dragon bar and Fig Tree). Excellent local shops including Penbuckles and Judges serving the best coffee and scrumptious things. Good local Catholic primary school The Sacred Heart is moments away from the house. Hastings station is close with a direct links to Charing Cross, Kings Cross International (1h:30) and Brighton accessible within 50 minutes, perfect for commuters.

Hastings has the largest fishing fleet in Europe that is launched from a beach, which is known as the Stade. The Castle built by William the Conqueror but now in ruins is at the top of West Hill and offers wonderful views of the area and Channel. The steepest funicular railway in Britain takes passengers from the Old Town up to the Castle.

Opened in March 2012, the award-winning Jerwood Gallery sits next to the fishing beach in Hastings’ historic Old Town. Open Tuesday to Sunday, the gallery is home to the Jerwood Collection of 20th and 21st century art and a varied temporary exhibition programme showcasing the best of modern and contemporary British art.

There are many other attractions in Hastings and St Leonards On Sea, both architectural and cultural. The fantastic Hastings pier (recently awarded pier of the year) hosts numerous live gigs and shows and is a wonderful place to visit. The town hosts several events throughout the year, which include the Hastings Half Marathon, the Jack in the Green Festival, Hastings Beer Festival, Coastal Currents and the Old Town Carnival.


Tenure: Freehold