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GUIDE: £1,150,000 - £1,200,000 Set back on the boundary of Brighton and Hove, Dyke Road is a prestigious location befitting this stunning, architecturally designed family home. A welcoming entrance hall, complete with ample storage and a cloakroom, leads to a separate reception room, ideal for creating a peaceful retreat from the hubbub of family life or for use as a home office. At the heart of the home is the impressive open plan kitchen, dining and living space, designed with both family living and entertaining in mind. Bifold doors open seamlessly onto the rear garden, while the sleek, modern kitchen is equipped with high end integrated appliances and centred around a stylish island, perfect for social gatherings. On the first floor, three generously sized double bedrooms provide ample space. The two front facing bedrooms benefit from large built in wardrobes, while the third bedroom features an ensuite with a walk in shower. A contemporary family bathroom completes this level. Ascending to the second floor, you’ll find the luxurious primary suite a true sanctuary. The exquisite ensuite boasts a contemporary freestanding bath and a rainfall shower, complemented by a walk in wardrobe. From the primary suite, a sheltered balcony offers stunning views stretching down to the sea. Outside, the large, low maintenance garden is perfect for both children and adults alike. A decked area at the rear creates a fantastic entertaining space, complete with a cabana bar for hosting guests. Enclosed by mature shrubs and palms for privacy, the garden offers year round interest, while high quality astroturf ensures minimal upkeep. Offering easy access to the A27, Dyke Road with its convenient local shops, cafes and amenities just around the corner, has a lovely residential feel. Preston Park mainline train station is only a short distance from your door making it ideal for commuters and trips into the heart of Brighton. Regular bus services allow easy access to Brighton and Hove and also the green open space of Devils Dyke. When it comes to independent shops, bars and restaurants there's no shortage at nearby Seven Dials. Local schools include Stanford Infants and Junior School Secondary schools, Dorothy Stringer and Varndean, Cardinal Newman RC for colleges and post GCSEs, BHASVIC, Newman College, Varndean College Private schools include Brighton College, Lancing Prep., Brighton Girls School Situated in Residents on street Parking Zone E (Off street parking in addition). EPC rating - C Council Tax – G 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 is information has been provided by the seller. Please obtain verification via your legal representative.

Set on the end of Kingston Lane, overlooking the open green space of Udney Park Playing Fields, this semi-detached house has a notably wide plot, a large West facing garden, off-street parking and a garage. Extending to approximately 2,557 sq ft, the house has been thoughtfully extended to create bright, flexible family accommodation. The ground floor is arranged around a generous entrance hall, with a bay-fronted reception room to the front and a useful utility room and guest WC set off the hall. To the rear, the house opens into an impressive kitchen, dining and reception area, where large rooflights and full-height glazing draw in excellent natural light. The kitchen is contemporary, with integrated appliances, a central island and space for informal dining. A snug sits just off this room, creating a more tucked-away space for children, television or relaxed family life. On the first floor, the principal bedroom sits to the front of the house and has built-in wardrobes and access to a family bathroom. Two further bedrooms are also arranged on this level. The second floor contains a large fourth bedroom, with useful eaves storage and an additional room that has been designed and built to provide an ensuite bathroom. Glass doors open from the kitchen onto a broad terrace, with steps up to the garden beyond. Larger than many in the area, the garden is a particular strength of the house, with a generous lawn, mature boundaries and ample room for outdoor dining and entertaining. In addition, the Westerly aspect provides for bright afternoons and to the South the views over Udney Park Playing Fields are uninterrupted. To the front, a private driveway provides off-street parking, while the garage adds further storage or parking. The house is well placed for Teddington’s independent shops, cafés and restaurants, as well as the open spaces of Bushy Park and the Thames. Kingston Lane also offers good access to Teddington station, local schools and the surrounding villages of Hampton Wick, Strawberry Hill and Kingston.

Set within approximately 60 acres of gently rolling pastureland, Ladyswood House is a distinguished English country house of rare scale and privacy, positioned on the Gloucestershire–Wiltshire border close to Malmesbury and the southern edge of the Cotswolds. Built in 1905, the house is a handsome composition of Cotswold stone, warm red brick and lime render, its elevations animated by stone-mullioned leaded windows, intricate brick detailing beneath the roofline and a series of tall, decorative chimneys. The architecture has a quiet confidence, rich in period character yet balanced in proportion, and immediately announces the stature of the house within its landscape. Arranged across three principal floors and extending to approximately 13,648 sq ft, Ladyswood House has been extensively restored and refurbished to create a sophisticated and highly practical family home. The interiors retain a sense of grandeur, with generous ceiling heights and well-judged room proportions, while the restoration has introduced a contemporary ease that suits modern living and large-scale entertaining alike. At the heart of the house lies the kitchen, breakfast and garden room, a striking central space that anchors daily life. Designed as a social hub, it enjoys views across both the front and rear gardens, with dark contemporary cabinetry set beneath veined composite worktops. A substantial island with oak breakfast bar provides informal seating, while a champagne sink at its centre reinforces the room’s entertaining credentials. The flow from kitchen to garden room creates a natural rhythm between inside and out. The principal bedroom suite occupies a particularly peaceful position, enjoying dual-aspect views over the gardens. It is complemented by a large dressing room with fitted wardrobes and a beautifully appointed bathroom featuring a freestanding claw-foot roll-top bath and separate shower. Further bedroom accommodation is arranged across the upper floors, including guest suites and family bedrooms, as well as a self-contained apartment on the second floor with its own kitchen and living space, ideal for extended family or staff. The gardens and grounds are a defining feature of Ladyswood. From the house, views extend through a green-oak pergola festooned with wisteria, leading to a stone gazebo with wood-burning stove and onward to the swimming pool and pool house. Lawns and stone terraces wrap around the house, while an outdoor kitchen sits beneath a substantial oak-framed pergola, perfectly placed for summer entertaining. Beyond the formal gardens, the wider estate is exceptional. Facilities include a polo yard, an impressive indoor riding arena with viewing gallery, an outdoor riding arena suitable for polo, and an extensive stable complex with loose boxes and Monarch stables. The Lodge, positioned at the estate boundary, provides additional accommodation arranged across a single floor and is well suited to staff, guests or multigenerational living. Despite its seclusion, Ladyswood is well connected, with swift access to the M4 and rail services from Chippenham, placing London, Bristol and the wider West Country within easy reach. It is a rare estate that combines architectural presence, modern comfort and first-class equestrian facilities, all set within one of the most unspoilt corners of the region.

Set in the charming Cotswolds village of Oddington, this four bedroom family home was extended and renovated to an exceptional standard in 2023. Stripped to its bare bones, the house and gardens were thoughtfully redesigned to suit the new owner and her adult family and decorated with rich, patterned wallpapers and a vibrant palette that adds depth and character to each room. The redesign harmonises modern amenities with traditional English interiors, making the house practical, stylish and timeless. The ground floor unfolds through a series of wonderfully atmospheric reception spaces. At its centre is an impressive, newly built drawing room, where a vaulted ceiling, open fireplace and arched windows create a dramatic sense of volume, while a separate reception room offers a more intimate place to retreat. Between the two, a dining room connects naturally to the kitchen, making the layout feel both sociable and easy. The kitchen itself is fitted with bespoke cabinetry, granite worktops and a statement Lacanche range, with a utility room and guest cloakroom neatly tucked away. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms on the first floor. The principal bedroom is particularly well arranged, with a walk-in wardrobe and an en suite bathroom, while the remaining two bedrooms are served by additional bathrooms on the same level. Above the garage, a separate guest room provides useful ancillary accommodation that would work equally well for visitors, older children, a home office or studio. Outside, the gardens are a major part of the appeal, with a beautifully landscaped terrace creating a natural setting for long summer lunches and evening drinks. There is also a greenhouse, a shed and a detached garage, giving the house a quietly practical edge beneath its decorative charm. Oddington remains one of the Cotswolds’ most desirable villages: picturesque, deeply rooted and brilliantly placed. The Fox at Oddington and The Horse & Groom are both nearby, while Stow-on-the-Wold and Kingham are within easy reach for shopping, trains and everyday essentials. Daylesford Organic, Soho Farmhouse and Estelle Manor are all a short drive away, placing some of the region’s best-loved addresses within easy reach, while excellent schools in Cheltenham and Oxford make this an especially appealing full-time or weekend base.

Set within Henry Moore Court, a discreet contemporary development moments from King’s Road, this four-bedroom house unfolds across 4,561 sq ft, with generous living spaces, a private garden, four parking spaces and a concierge. The ground floor is arranged around a striking entrance hall, where a sweeping staircase and bespoke joinery set a polished tone. To one side, a large kitchen and breakfast room opens directly onto the garden, creating an easy connection between inside and out. Sleek cabinetry, integrated appliances and a substantial island make it well suited to both everyday life and entertaining. A separate dining room sits alongside, offering a more formal space for hosting. The first floor is largely given over to an impressive reception room, with broad windows, timber flooring and doors opening to a terrace. The proportions are excellent, allowing for distinct seating and entertaining areas while retaining a calm, open feel. There are four bedrooms arranged across the upper floors. The principal bedroom suite occupies a generous position on the second floor, with a dressing room and en suite bathroom. Two further bedrooms are also found on this level, one with its own shower room, while an additional bedroom sits on the first floor beside a family bathroom. The lower-ground floor adds a valuable layer of flexibility, with a cinema and games room, study, utility room, wine room, plant room and access through to the parking area. The house also benefits from air conditioning, built-in wardrobes, wooden floors, home cinema facilities and staff accommodation. Henry Moore Court is well placed for Chelsea’s shops, restaurants and galleries, with King’s Road, Sloane Square and South Kensington all within easy reach. The museums, boutiques and garden squares of SW3 are close by, while the address offers the rare advantage of contemporary lateral space, private outside areas and secure parking in one of west London’s most established neighbourhoods.

Exceptional Five-Bedroom Family Home with Detached Annex Occupying an impressive 0.9-acre plot in a private road in Chislehurst, this outstanding five-bedroom gated detached home combines Arts and Crafts charm with modern family living. Offering over 5,000 sq ft of beautifully presented accommodation, the property features elegant interiors, period detailing, and landscaped gardens with picturesque views over the duck pond. A grand reception hall sets the tone for the home's generous proportions. The main reception room, bathed in natural light, opens to a south-facing summer room, while a second reception provides a refined space for formal entertaining. At the heart of the home, a stunning open-plan kitchen and dining area boasts sleek cabinetry, premium integrated appliances, and a stylish peninsular island - ideal for family gatherings and entertaining alike. The ground floor also includes a home office, playroom/study, utility room, and guest WC. Upstairs, five well-proportioned bedrooms offer comfort and style. The principal suite features fitted wardrobes and a luxurious en-suite bathroom, while the 2nd bedroom has en-suite facilities and a family bathroom serves the other bedrooms. A fully self-contained detached annex adds valuable flexibility, complete with a living area, kitchenette, and two additional rooms - perfect for guests, extended family, or a private workspace, currantly used as a pool/games room. The wraparound landscaped gardens provide a peaceful sanctuary, with mature planting, a manicured lawn, and three elegant patio areas ideal for al fresco dining. A private driveway and two integral garages offer ample off-street parking. Set within a tranquil location yet moments from Chislehurst High Street, the home enjoys easy access to boutique shops, popular restaurants, and outstanding local schools. Excellent transport links to London Bridge, Charing Cross, and Cannon Street.

Behind its handsome period frontage on one of Fulham’s well-regarded residential streets, this beautifully extended five/six-bedroom house unfolds across five floors, offering 2,385 sq ft of bright, versatile living space. Carefully arranged for family life, it pairs generous proportions with contemporary design, and is further distinguished by a south-facing garden and a private roof terrace above. The ground floor is given over to an elegant open-plan kitchen, dining and reception room, a broad, sociable space that forms the natural heart of the house. Centred around a large island and lit from above, it has been designed for both everyday family life and larger-scale entertaining. Full-width bi-fold doors draw the eye straight through to the garden, bringing in a strong sense of light and openness and enhancing the connection between inside and out. A separate reception room lies to the front, offering a more intimate setting away from the main living space, while the lower ground floor provides an additional media/family room or bedroom with a bathroom. This level works particularly well for guests, older children or live-in help, giving the house a flexibility that is increasingly hard to find. The principal bedroom occupies a commanding position on the first floor and is served by a large ensuite bathroom. The remaining bedrooms are arranged across the upper floors, with a well-balanced mix of family bedrooms, guest accommodation and rooms that could equally serve as studies or dressing rooms depending on need. Bathrooms are smartly finished, and the overall layout gives the house a sense of practicality as well as scale. Outside, the south-facing rear garden extends directly from the kitchen, making it a natural backdrop to daily life in the main living space. Above, the private roof terrace offers another place to sit in the sun, with open views over the neighbouring rooftops. Racton Road sits in a particularly convenient part of Fulham, close to the border with Earl’s Court and well placed for the restaurants, cafés and everyday amenities of both areas. The Harwood Arms is nearby, as are a number of well-liked local shops and pubs, while the Lycée Français Charles de Gaulle and other sought-after schools are within easy reach. It is a part of west London that feels well established and with handsome houses, good proportions and a strong sense of neighbourhood life.

Positioned along the preferred south side of Gerald Road, this beautifully proportioned five-bedroom townhouse unfolds across multiple floors defined by a classical sensibility. Behind its white stucco façade, the house offers over 3,000 sq ft of well-balanced accommodation, where natural light and thoughtful planning shape each space. Most of the first floor is given over to an elegant drawing room, a generous and composed space with tall sash windows and refined proportions. It is a room that feels both formal and liveable. Behind lies a quiet study. The ground floor is more relaxed. A bespoke kitchen sits alongside a dining room, with an additional sitting area that opens directly onto the private south-facing patio garden. This connection to the outside gives the house a softer edge, particularly in warmer months when the doors are left open and the garden becomes part of the living space. The principal bedroom suite occupies the entirety of the second floor, creating a sense of privacy and separation. It includes a dressing room and ensuite bathroom, arranged with a straightforward, functional logic. Further bedrooms are distributed across the upper floors, offering flexibility for family life, guests or working from home. A bedroom and an additional reception room on the lower ground floor provide further versatility, whether as a gym, bedroom or staff accommodation. Throughout, the house is presented with thoughtful interior design, with a consistent palette that allows the proportions and natural light to take precedence. Gerald Road sits just moments from Elizabeth Street, one of Belgravia’s most characterful stretches, known for its independent shops, cafés and long-standing local institutions. Sloane Square and Victoria are both within easy reach, placing the house in a well-connected yet distinctly residential pocket of central London.