Maisonette for sale in Eastbourne BN20, 2 Bedroom

Its Sunday morning and you can hear the mellow peals of a nearby ancient church, some while later you draw back the bedroom curtains to reveal an attractive view toward the South Downs, and in the foreground are well-tended communal grounds. It is difficult to completely describe the village atmosphere that "Old Willingdon" retains as technically speaking it is now part of the conurbation of Eastbourne. However, the subject home lies in the heart of a historic, and architecturally pleasing, neighbourhood slumbering at the foot of the South Downs. The subject home, albeit an apartment, resembles a cottage from the outside with the private entrance door approached via a leafy courtyard . Having gained the accommodation, we think that viewers will be surprised at the scope and, some might say chic, contemporary presentation of the interior. Broadly speaking the property lies on a South-North axis and enjoys a triple aspect, with the living room overlooking quaint Church Street, whereas the main bedroom enjoys a Southerly aspect over the communal grounds. The part-vaulted ceilings, in most areas, are a reminder of the buildings past and this plus other traditional features a sharp, but pleasing, contrast to the contemporary nature of the interior. As mentioned earlier "Old Willingdon" still retains a village ambience with it's church, post office, two pubs and the excellent "Thai Village" restaurant close by. As well as the use of the communal grounds we can also relate that the property boasts a single garage accessed via Hoo Gardens.For the more energetic we can also advise that a short walk will bring you to the South Downs and access to the "South Downs Way" or a more relaxed ramble to the neighbouring village of Jevington. Viewing of this chain free home is advised.

History And Location

The Hoo is thought to have origins as a Georgian era manor house and subsequently was acquired by local landowners, the Wedderburn family in the late 19th Century. It was during this period of ownership that award-winning architect Sir Edwin Lutyens extended and remodelled the house and associated buildings. With the assistance of landscape designer, Gertrude Jekyll, the grounds were transformed to include two substantive gazebos, pieced arch boundary wall and circular lily pool on the lower terrace. Following sale by he Wedderburn's the property was, for awhile, a ladies college. In 1955 the house and associated land was sold to a development company who sub-divided it into flats. The following year the grounds were slightly reduced in size when the former tennis courts became a row of house. The entire property became Grade II listed in April 1967. Situated in the heart of "Old Willingdon" The Hoo lies in the designated conservation area that encompasses this end of Church Street and parts of Wish Hill.

Ground Floor Entrance Lobby

Part-glazed wooden front opens into this area, stairs rising to;

Hallway

This passageway runs almost the entire length of the property and is heated by two traditional styled radiators whilst lighting is provided by wall light fittings. Doors opening to two storage cupboards plus internal doors open to most parts of the accommodation including;

Sitting Room (3.73m x 3.38 min (12'2" x 11'1" min))

(Please note that the stated dimensions exclude the recess over the stairwell). Pleasant dual aspect room with Juliet balcony overlooking Church Street. Part-vaulted ceiling, traditional style radiator. In one corner a step leads up to a recess over the head of the stairs where can be found some fitted shelving.

Bedroom Two (3.35m x 2.84m max (10'11" x 9'3" max))

Dormer type window overlooking courtyard, traditional style radiator, built-in cupboards.

Bathroom (2.95m x 1.35m max (9'8" x 4'5" max))

Refitted to a contemporary theme with fully-tiled walls and a white suite comprising; wall-mounted wash basin with "Monobloc" mixer tap, close-coupled wc, bath with side and end panels and fitted shower valve. Traditional style radiator and obscure-glazed window.

Kitchen/Diner (4.55m x 3.73m max (14'11" x 12'2" max))

This room is actually semi-open with the kitchen area into the dining area but for expediency we have measured them as two separate areas thus;

Kitchen Area (2.84m x 2.74m (9'3" x 8'11"))

The kitchen area has base level units, arranged around three sides, with contrasting wood-effect work surfaces and breakfast bar, the inset white ceramic sink opposite the window. Fitted ceramic hob with contemporary-styled extractor hood over. Below the hob is an electric oven/grill also extant is an integrated dishwasher and fridge plus freezer. Part-tiled walls and wall-mounted heating thermostat. Step down to;

Dining Area (3.73m x 1.93m (12'2" x 6'3"))

This are also has a vaulted ceiling plus traditional style radiator. From the rear of this room another internal door opens to;

Bedroom One (3.63m x 2.95m (11'10" x 9'8" ))

(Please note that the stated dimensions include the bay window) Built-in mirror-fronted wardrobe, traditional style radiator. Rear aspect bay window with views over the communal grounds toward the South Downs.

Communal Grounds

These are accessed via a gate to the Orchard and enjoy a southerly aspect with a green sward flanked by two gazebo's. Two flights of steps lead down to the lower level where can be found the lily pond. A footpath then leads to;

Single Garage

This is located in a block accessed via the adjacent road, Hoo Gardens, and has an up and over vehicle door.

Notes On Leasehold

To be advised.