luxury houses with terrace for sale Uckfield, United Kingdom

There could be few more beautiful places to enjoy the rural idyll that this simply stunning country residence nestling in  9.45 acres of grounds and fields surrounded by a five hectare vineyard in the High Weald Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The property was originally two barns and was built in the 1980’s and offers some stunning period features such as a Kent ragstone exterior and impressive exposed beams. However it was recently converted and extended by the current owners, so not only does it have the character of a bygone era but also incorporates a contemporary high end design, focusing on modern family life with leisure and pleasure in mind. It also includes a detached annex, additional outbuildings and a heated swimming pool.   The property is approached through a charming automated white wrought iron gate with the name emblazoned on the entrance. The gate opens onto a long private drive flanked by lawns interspersed with trees and shrubs that leads to a vast parking area and an attractive pitched roof three vehicle carport and to the front entrance. It is at this stage you can take in the house’s external appeal with its steep Kent peg tiled roof, delightful pitched roof dormers, high chimneystacks, multi-pane casement windows and impressive oak front door.   This opens into the awe-inspiring, partially double height 30ft reception hall where you need a minute to take in everything. There is the beautiful oak staircase, oak panelling and a galleried landing, attractive slate tiled flooring, a plethora of exposed beams, feature brick walls and a fireplace with a log burner. You will also find a cloakroom and a coat room as well as sliding doors to a walk-in wine cellar and double doors to an inner hall with a second cloakroom and also double doors opening into the superb triple aspect drawing room. Guests will be delighted to be entertained in this large and well-proportioned room with its historic beams, inglenook fireplace and delightful oak fitted cupboards and shelving as well as French doors to the wraparound terrace. Doors from the spacious inner hall open into a charming central courtyard that can also be accessed from the breathtaking 53ft L shaped garden style sitting/dining room. This has windows on all sides including to the inner courtyard and two sets of bi-fold doors to the terrace as well as a limestone fireplace with an open fire, engineered oak flooring and the original external stone walling. The dining area includes tall windows providing stunning views over the grounds, the vineyard and the countryside beyond.   In line with the emphasis on leisure and pleasure there is also a cinema room, while the superlatives continue when you see the kitchen/breakfast room. For anyone who enjoys catering and entertaining the kitchen has everything you might want including an enormous walk-in pantry, stainless steel units housing a Gaggenau built in oven and steam oven, an American style Subzero fridge, a dishwasher and a Quooker boiling water tap. There is also a large central island/breakfast bar with wood units and polished concrete worktops incorporating a Gaggenau induction hob, a built in grill and teppanyaki plate  with an impressive extractor system. You will never have to queue for the bathroom in this house since, as well as the two downstairs cloakrooms, upstairs there is a family shower room and four double bedrooms that surround the reception hall and the courtyard and three if these have ensuite facilities. Two have fitted cupboards and an ensuite bathroom with a bath and separate shower another includes an ensuite shower and a dressing room and a third has French doors to the fabulous roof terrace.  While the luxurious principal suite includes a very large dressing room and the ultimate in contemporary bathrooms with a superb stand-alone oval bath and a raised decked double shower as well as French doors to the roof terrace. Here you can enjoy your morning coffee revelling in the panoramic views across the grounds, the vineyard and the countryside as far as the eye can see.   A secondary driveway provides access to outbuildings and the detached annex. This was originally the stables and has been beautifully converted to provide a spacious single storey dwelling that includes two double bedrooms and a single that could make an excellent study, a shower room and a spacious living room/kitchen. It is currently in use as a successful air b and b but could be ideal for elderly relatives or adult children if you have multi-generational requirements. There is also a garage, storage facilities and a first floor studio. Much of the garden is laid to lawn and surrounds a delightful swimming pool with a decked terrace, ideal for enjoying the far-reaching views. There is also the main terrace that wraps around half the property and is just the place for outdoor entertaining and relaxing in the sunshine. Beyond the lawns the grounds create a park like atmosphere with impressive trees and a small lake bordered by two large fields.   What the owners say: We moved here about 10 years ago because we fell in love with the wonderful location and the character of the property. It is very quiet, peaceful and private with fabulous views. During our time here we have extended the property and completely refurbished and updated the house to provide everything needed for contemporary living. We also created the annex and built the swimming pool as well as planting the vineyard and developed a highly successful winery. Although we live in a country paradise, we are not far from the delightful Eridge village with a mainline station where the direct train to London Bridge takes just under an hour or you can drive to Tunbridge Wells for faster trains to London. There is also a gothic style church, a village hall with a variety of activities as well as two good pub/restaurants. The village grew up around the Grade II Listed  Eridge Park and mansion, which has been the seat of the Earl and Marquess of Abergevenny since 1448. We are also only 2.5 miles from the famous Pantiles in Tunbridge Wells as well as the town centre and the station where trains to London Bridge only take 44 minutes.    Tunbridge Wells or, more formally Royal Tunbridge Wells, became a famous spa town in Regency times when it was frequented by the aristocracy who came to take the waters and enjoy the entertainment organised by Beau Nash. Much of this historic town was developed during that time including the Pantiles that now offers a delightful mix of independent shops, bars and restaurants. While the rest of the town includes high street stores, a variety of eateries, individual shops, hair and beauty salons and a number of hotels as well as retail parks. Entertainment facilities include a nine-screen Odeon cinema, the Trinity theatre, the well-respected Assembly Hall Theatre and exhibitions in the Amelia Scott cultural centre.      With regards to education there are a number of primary and secondary schools rated Outstanding by Ofsted including St James and St Peters’ C of E primary schools and secondary schools including Bennett Memorial Diocesan School, the St Gregory’s Catholic School as well as Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar School and Skinners Grammar School.  Claremont primary has also been judged Outstanding in various categories. You will also find excellent private schools in the area including Rosehill, The Mead, Kent College, Holmewood House and Beechwood prep and secondary school while in Tonbridge there is the famous Tonbridge School founded in 1553. For sporting aficionados you have the Neville Golf Club and Tunbridge Wells rugby, tennis and cricket clubs as well as the indoor sports and tennis centre and a swimming pool.   Agent’s note: The Busi Jacobsohn vineyard and additional acreage is available by separate negotiation.

This elegant, seven-bedroom Arts & Crafts home, set behind secure gates on the prestigious and leafy Withdean Road, occupies a substantial plot in one of the city's most sought-after areas, renowned for its high-value homes. Spanning approximately 5,683 sq. ft., this detached house has been thoughtfully updated, harmoniously blending timeless period features with contemporary design elements. The property offers seven bedrooms, four bathrooms (including two en-suites), and five spacious reception rooms. A separate annex provides additional accommodation, which can easily be incorporated into the main home if desired. The property also features a garden gym, a cellar with three storage zones, a spacious garage and beautifully landscaped terraced gardens. Notable finishes include period herringbone brickwork externally, while marble accents, rich wood flooring and wood panelling, work together to contribute to the home's distinctive interior atmosphere. In detail Once residence of the renowned golfer Michael Campbell, this visually striking home welcomes you in through a charming brick porch. On entry, a reception room, living room and dining room to the left overlook the rear east facing gardens. These three rooms are interconnected, each with unique décor, enjoying abundant natural light and generous space. The living room, accessed through elegant double wooden doors, adds to the home's grandeur. An expansive, well organised, contemporary kitchen/diner with a practical layout is situated towards the rear of the ground floor. The proverbial heart of the home, this space is bathed in natural light streaming through two impressive skylights. The reflective, crisp white and cream toned palette creates a fresh inviting ambience. White cabinetry and a large central island are set against Corian worksurfaces, providing ample room for food prep. Integrated appliances make this a perfect cook space, ideal for families to come together as well as entertaining guests. A separate utility room is interconnected and double doors lead from the kitchen into the reception room of the annexe on the ground floor. A further reception room, perfect as a playroom, office, or reading room, together with one of two ground floor WCs, are positioned at the westerly aspect of the ground floor on entry. The integral triple garage is accessed via this reception room. Completing the ground floor is a large separate annexe with its own entrance, providing a self-contained living space for guests or teenagers. Arranged over two floors, the annexe comprises three bedrooms (one en-suite), a living room and adjoining kitchen set to the side. It is separate but integral to the house so could very easily be incorporated into the main property if required. Upstairs There are seven bedrooms on the first floor, two of which are en-suite. Four bedrooms form the main property with three as part of the annexe. The bedrooms in the main house are set along an elegant, generously proportioned, luminous hallway that opens onto a charming external terrace. There is plenty of storage space at this level and each bedroom enjoys wonderful framed views of the gardens. A contemporary family bathroom sits between the main property bedrooms and the annexe rooms and is fitted with a spa bath, rainfall walk-in shower and double sink unit, decorated in a relaxing muted palette. A lower ground floor cellar with three storage zones completes the footprint of the property. This space adds valuable flexibility to the home's layout. Outside With the property's elevated position, the tranquil rear gardens are accessed from the living room and kitchen via a wood terrace opening up the house and extending the indoors to the outdoors. Stairways are positioned at either end of the terrace leading down to the lawns. The decked terrace is the perfect place to enjoy the beautiful garden views while dining al fresco. Enclosed within glass panels with chrome framing there is plenty of room to sit and relax. The landscaped terraces beyond are expansive and laid to lawn with more than enough space for children's play areas as well as adult relaxation. Mature trees and shrubs create privacy at all levels and at the very far end of the garden, a self-contained fully-equipped gym with external water features offers the ideal place for at-home fitness. This beautifully appointed home combines elegant historic charm with modern conveniences, making it a perfect family residence in one of the city's most desirable neighbourhoods. Move-in ready, but with plenty of potential for reconfiguring. Location Quiet and convenient with friendly shops and cafes close by, this is one of the most sought-after areas of the city with local bus routes into and out of Brighton along Dyke Road just minutes away, London Road at the bottom of the hill and Shirley Drive for Hove, giving older children some independence. In the Local Area There are plenty of local shops nearby or a quick bus ride away. Matlock Road shops are a short walk away and 7 Dials has a plethora of independent shops and cafes and is a short drive or a slightly longer stroll. Preston Park main line station is a few minutes? walk away and Brighton a short drive. There are many parks in the area including Dyke Road Park, Hove Park and Preston Park with the seafront easily accessible. The schools in the area are excellent and include: Primary: St Bernadette's RC, Stanford, Cottesmore St Mary, Bilingual School Secondary: Varndean, Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman Sixth Form: Varndean, BHASVIC, Cardinal Newman BIMM Private: Windlesham Prep, Lancing Prep, Brighton College, Brighton Girls, Roedean School. Located in parking zone 12 Council tax band H EPC rating: D Broadband & Mobile Phone Coverage - Prospective buyers should check the Ofcom Checker website. Planning Permissions - Please check the local authority website for any planning permissions that may affect this property or properties close by. This information has been provided by the seller. Please obtain verification via your legal representative.

GUIDE PRICE £875K - £925K In Brief – Set in a quiet road in Brighton’s highly sought after Montpelier area, a timeless black and white tiled path sits in front of an impressive, family-sized period home. Sympathetically decorated throughout with refurbished, canted, sash bay windows and a classic cast iron balcony, this is a beautiful example of contemporary living in a period property. In More Detail Tastefully presented, tall ceilings, period fireplaces and decorative architraves combine with contemporary fittings throughout this Grade II listed family home. A leaded, stained glass door opens onto the hallway and beautifully lights the warm tones of the engineered wood floor that stretches out across the ground floor of this welcoming townhouse. Ground Floor The Regency ceiling arches and cornicing of the hallway continue in the living/dining room where a canted sash window looks out onto the quiet street and amply lights the open plan room. Arched alcoves nestle either side of the chimney breast in the living room area and a cast iron fireplace creates a distinguished focal point while the cleverly built-in banquette style seating with storage in the dining area provides a contemporary finishing touch. A multi-paned sash window overlooks the pretty enclosed courtyard from the dining room and elegant Farrow and Ball Stiffkey blue walls adds to the charm and character of the space. Wood worktops sit beneath sleek white metro tiles in the family-sized kitchen. Fully fitted with a wealth of heritage green cabinets, deep butler sink and integrated appliances, there is plenty of space for a breakfast table and a cosy built in bench. The pantry at the far end provides invaluable storage and a demi-glazed door opens directly onto the enclosed, pretty courtyard. The ground floor is completed with bespoke under-stairs storage. First Floor A full height canted sash window in the master bedroom opens onto a beautiful curved, wrought iron balcony. Polished wooden floorboards, period high skirting boards and dado rails highlight the ample space that this room has to offer while the refined Fired Earth Turkish Blue décor with a feature fireplace and hand painted chimney breast adds to the feeling of peace and relaxation. Farrow and Ball Inchyra Blue painted walls and soft oatmeal carpet are in the adjacent bedroom, chimney breast alcoves add to the floor space and a sash window offers views of the Brighton rooftops. The family bathroom is a real wow. A demi stained glass door opens onto a perfectly proportioned regency green bespoke tiled bathroom complete with a period fireplace set into a Cole and Son heritage wallpapered feature wall. A large contemporary walk-in shower and a freestanding bath add luxury. A separate WC sits behind a further stained glass door and a wide utility cupboard discreetly houses large home appliances. Second Floor Two additional bedrooms are found on the second floor continuing the graceful aesthetics of those below. To the front of the property, a large double bedroom features original floorboards, a built-in alcove cupboard and bespoke shelving, while the adjacent room offers ample space and rooftop views. Both enjoy an abundance of natural light and offer plenty of dual space potential. Access to the loft above is via the landing. On the three quarter landing, a further room offers versatile use as office space and or guest bedroom and leads directly onto the sunny roof terrace. Outside The impressive Bamiyan blue façade creates an instant wow factor that is equally matched by the interior of this townhouse. On the ground floor a pretty, paved courtyard provides a quiet and private outdoor space. With ample space for a table it is a perfect outdoor space for a green wall or planters. The roof terrace on the second floor is one of only four on Norfolk Road and offers ample space for barbeques and entertaining with all day sun. What the Owner Says We have loved living and raising our children here for the past 10 years, both children walk to school, with our youngest taught on the beach with Wild Beach School. We love the connection to the safe and welcoming city and it has been so easy for us to commute to London. The architecture of our Grade II Listed home has given us a beautiful family home with the sea at the end of the road and our wonderful neighbours will be greatly missed, we have been lucky to live in a real community. In The Local Area Located in the very heart of Brighton close to both Norfolk and Brunswick Squares, the seafront and St Ann’s Well Gardens are only a short walk away. When it comes to shops, bars and restaurants there’s no shortage of choice as the amenities of Western Road, Church Road and Brighton City centre are all close at hand. Local schools include Brunswick Primary School and the private Brighton and Hove High School, while Brighton Hove and Sussex Sixth Form College is within easy reach. Plenty of bus services provide access to all parts of the city as well as nearby outlying villages and both Hove and Brighton train stations provide regular mainline links for commuters. Council Tax: E EPC: D Broadband & Mobile Phone Coverage – Prospective buyers should check the Ofcom Checker website Planning Permissions – Please check the local authority website for any planning permissions that may affect this property or properties close by. This information has been provided by the seller. Please obtain verification via your legal representative.

GUIDE PRICE £1M - £1.1M A beautifully presented three-bedroom mews house extending to approximately 1,734 sq ft, including the garage, set behind an original Georgian façade dating back to circa 1800 and forming part of one of Brighton’s historic buildings. Internally, the property was comprehensively rebuilt to a high standard in 2011 and has since been thoughtfully improved by the current owners, creating a distinctive and stylish home in the very heart of Brighton. Approached from a peaceful mews, the house immediately reveals its individual character, blending period charm with bold contemporary design. Arranged over three well planned floors, the accommodation offers an impressive balance of practical living space, refined finishes and areas designed for entertaining. Modern technology has been carefully incorporated throughout, including TV and Cat6 cabling to every room, making the house particularly well suited to home working, streaming and everyday modern life. The ground floor is centred around a striking open plan kitchen and reception room, designed for both relaxed day to day living and sociable entertaining. The kitchen is fitted in a sleek contemporary style, with a central island, generous storage and ample space for dining and relaxing. A particularly useful feature is the internal door leading directly into the garage, providing rare and valuable convenience for a city centre home. Unlike many garages in central Brighton, this is a genuinely practical space, capable of accommodating a small car while still leaving room for bicycles, paddleboards, wetsuits and further storage. The garage also houses the boiler, plumbing, consumer unit and space for a tumble dryer. A 16 point gigabit switch and Cat 5 network throughout the house further enhance the home’s excellent connectivity. The first floor provides three bedrooms and the principal bathroom. The main bedroom enjoys a peaceful outlook over the mews frontage through sash windows, which are fitted with secondary glazing and plantation shutters. It also benefits from a walk in wardrobe area and a smart contemporary ensuite shower room. A further double bedroom and an additional guest bedroom offer versatile accommodation for family, visitors or home office use. The family bathroom is well appointed with a spa bath and shower attachment, wash hand basin with storage below, heated towel rails and a low-level WC. Occupying the top floor is a superb vaulted sitting and family room, a bright and memorable space with generous ceiling height and excellent natural light. Four French doors open directly onto the private roof terrace, creating an effortless flow between inside and out and making this floor ideal for entertaining, unwinding or informal family living. Planning permission was secured in 2022 for a garden room and upper roof terrace, creating additional internal accommodation while maintaining existing outdoor space. The roof terrace is one of the home’s most appealing features, offering a wonderfully private outdoor retreat in the centre of the city. Carefully designed, it includes a vertical evergreen plant wall with automated irrigation, together with a high quality automated awning with integrated lighting and infrared heating, allowing the space to be enjoyed comfortably for much of the year. A rare and highly individual Brighton home, this impressive mews house combines historic character, sophisticated modern design, practical garaging and superb outside space, all moments from the seafront and the many attractions of the city centre. Situated in the highly sought-after Regency Square conservation area on the Brighton/Hove border, this fantastic home is superbly positioned to enjoy everything the city has to offer. When it comes to shops, bars and restaurants there's no shortage of choice as the amenities of Western Road, Church Road and Brighton's famous Lanes are all close at hand. Offering everything from high street and independent stores to the pastries and coffees of the ever-popular Real Patisserie, everything you need is right on your doorstep. A leisurely stroll along Bedford Square brings you out onto the seafront, with the beach, bandstand and i360 all in front of you. Plenty of bus services provide access to all parts of the city as well as up to Devil's Dyke, while both Hove and Brighton train stations are both under a mile away providing regular mainline links for commuters. FREEHOLD EPC: C COUNCIL TAX: F Broadband & Mobile Phone Coverage - Prospective buyers should check the Ofcom Checker website Planning Permissions - Please check the local authority website for any planning permissions that may affect this property, or properties close by

What the Owners Say: This has been a wonderful family home for the past 18 years and we have loved being here. It was the views and the character of the property that initially appealed to us as well as the convenient and secure location. Being near the end of a cul-de-sac it is very quiet and safe for children and pets yet we are only a couple of miles from Tonbridge and Tunbridge Wells and nearby access to the A21 and M25. Southborough is a charming place with its 75 acre Common providing wonderful opportunities for walks and cycle rides. The town and surrounding area includes excellent pubs and restaurants as well as convenience stores, independent shops, a cricket club and a good primary school. There is a modern civic centre that opened in 2021 with its medical centre, pharmacy and a library as well as a hall with regular exercise classes and multifunctional spaces for hire. Tonbridge includes a mainline station where trains can whisk you to London Bridge in about half an hour as well as independent shops, hair and beauty salons, bars, restaurants and retail outlets. There are excellent educational facilities with a number of primary schools including Slade Primary rated Outstanding by Ofsted, several Outstanding grammar schools, the West Kent College of further education and a small University of Kent campus plus the famous independent Tonbridge School founded in 1553. This provides a leisure club with extremely good facilities available to external club members including a swimming pool, gymnasium, athletics track and tennis courts while the town itself has golf, football, rugby, tennis and cricket clubs. Tunbridge Wells also has local primary and grammar schools with some being rated Outstanding by Ofsted including St James and St Peters’ C of E primary schools and the Bennett Memorial Diocesan School, the St Gregory’s Catholic School and Tunbridge Wells Girls Grammar School secondary schools. While a number of excellent private schools are also available within the locale. The town features the famous Pantiles with its mix of independent shops, bars and restaurants, while the rest of the town includes high street stores, a variety of eateries, individual shops, hair and beauty salons, luxury and boutique hotels and retail parks. There is a nine-screen Odeon cinema, the Trinity Theatre, the well-respected Assembly Hall Theatre and exhibitions in the Amelia Scott cultural centre. For sports aficionados there is the Neville Golf club and cricket, football, rugby and tennis as well as a swimming pool and the indoor sports and tennis centre.