GUIDE PRICE: £695,000

• Substantial 1,727 sq ft semi-detached family home in a sought-after semi-rural position on Mill Lane, Hellingly with a detached annexe and detached workshop

• Four bedrooms and two bathrooms, including a principal bedroom with adjoining en-suite shower room

• Spacious kitchen/dining room with shaker-style units, wooden work surfaces, range-style cooker and direct garden access

• Generous living room with wood-burning stove, feature fireplace, wooden flooring and fitted shutters

• Additional office/study

• A practical laundry/utility room, ideal for modern family living

• Detached self-contained annexe with underfloor heating, an open-plan kitchen/living room, double bedroom and en-suite shower room

• Impressive detached workshop/studio with underfloor heating, a toilet and basin, high ceilings, rooflights, exposed steel beams, mezzanine storage and excellent versatility

• Attractive gardens with lawns, paved terraces, mature planting, off-road parking and far-reaching countryside views

LOCATION: The property is situated on Mill Lane in the sought-after village of Hellingly, just north of Hailsham, enjoying a semi-rural setting with easy access to local countryside, village amenities and the wider facilities of Hailsham town centre. Hailsham offers a good range of shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and everyday services, while the nearby South Downs, Eastbourne coastline and surrounding Sussex villages provide excellent opportunities for walking, leisure and outdoor pursuits.

For commuters, the nearest mainline rail connections are available from Polegate, with services to London Victoria, Brighton, Lewes and Eastbourne. Berwick station is also within reach, providing an additional rail option for London and coastal routes. Polegate offers direct services to London Victoria, making the location well placed for those requiring access to the capital while still enjoying a peaceful countryside setting.

There is a good selection of schools in the surrounding area, including Hellingly Community Primary School and Hailsham Academy for state primary and secondary education. Independent options nearby include Bede’s Senior School at Upper Dicker, with further private schooling available in Eastbourne, including Bede’s Prep School and Eastbourne College.

KITCHEN/DINING ROOM: A spacious and characterful kitchen/dining room, arranged to provide excellent space for both everyday family living and entertaining. The kitchen is fitted with a range of shaker-style wall and base units with wooden work surfaces, tiled splashbacks and a tiled floor continuing throughout. A wide window above the sink allows for good natural light and views out, while the kitchen also includes an integrated dishwasher, space for further appliances and a striking range-style cooker with extractor over.

The adjoining dining area offers ample room for a large dining table and chairs, with a continuation of the tiled flooring and a bright, welcoming feel. Full-height glazed doors provide direct access to the outside, enhancing the sense of light and connection to the garden. The room is further complemented by recessed ceiling lighting, colourful feature walls, display shelving and space for additional freestanding furniture, creating a highly sociable and versatile hub of the home.

LIVING ROOM: A generously proportioned and inviting living room with an excellent sense of space, arranged around a central fireplace with wood-burning stove and feature mantel. The room benefits from attractive wooden flooring, high ceilings, pendant lighting and a wide window with fitted shutters, allowing for plenty of natural light.

There is ample space for large sofas and additional freestanding furniture, with built-in shelving providing useful storage and display space. The room has a warm and characterful feel, enhanced by the bold wall colour, exposed timber details and open connection to the adjoining areas, creating a highly sociable reception space well suited for both everyday family use and entertaining.

OFFICE: A well-proportioned office/study with a window allowing for natural light, finished with neutral décor and a wooden floor. The room offers ample space for a desk and freestanding storage furniture, making it well suited for use as a home office, study, hobby room or administrative workspace. A door with glazed inserts provides access from the adjoining area.

LAUNDRY/UTILITY ROOM: A practical laundry/utility room with a continuation of the tiled flooring and fitted work surfaces providing useful preparation and storage space. The room benefits from a run of windows on two sides, allowing for excellent natural light, together with an additional window to the far end.

There is space and plumbing for laundry appliances, fitted base units, and ample worktop space, making it well suited for use as a laundry area, boot room, additional storage or household workspace. Recessed ceiling lighting and neutral décor further enhance the room’s bright and functional feel.

PRINCIPAL BEDROOM: A generous principal bedroom with a bright and characterful feel, featuring bold teal décor, fitted carpet and ample space for a large double bed, wardrobes and additional freestanding furniture. A wide window allows for good natural light and a pleasant outlook, while the room also includes a decorative fireplace surround, picture shelving and useful display/storage space.

EN-SUITE: The adjoining en-suite is fitted with a white suite comprising WC, wash hand basin and enclosed shower cubicle with glazed screen. The room is finished with tiled walls and flooring, complemented by a chrome heated towel rail and wall-mounted storage cabinet, creating a practical and well-appointed shower room.

BEDROOM 2: A bright and well-presented double bedroom with a pleasant outlook over surrounding greenery and countryside beyond. The room is finished with fitted carpet and warm-toned décor, with a wide window allowing for good natural light.

There is ample space for a double bed, bedside furniture and additional freestanding storage, making it a comfortable and practical bedroom suited to family members or guests.

BEDROOM 3: A comfortable double bedroom with warm-toned décor, fitted carpet and a wide window providing natural light and a leafy outlook. The room offers space for a double bed, bedside furniture and freestanding storage, making it well suited for use as a guest bedroom or additional family bedroom.

The room is neatly presented and benefits from a simple, practical layout, with a radiator positioned beneath the window and space to further personalise as required.

BEDROOM 4: A bright and well-proportioned bedroom with fitted carpet, warm-toned décor and a window allowing for good natural light and an outlook over surrounding greenery. The room offers space for a single bed, bedside furniture and additional freestanding pieces, while a generous run of built-in wardrobes provides excellent storage.

Well suited for use as a child’s bedroom, guest room or additional family bedroom, the space is neatly presented and benefits from a practical layout with ample floor area.

FAMILY BATHROOM: A well-appointed family bathroom fitted with a modern white suite comprising panelled bath with glazed shower screen, WC and wash hand basin. The room is finished with contemporary tiled walls and flooring, complemented by decorative patterned floor tiles and a large window allowing for natural light and an attractive outlook.

Practical and neatly presented, the bathroom offers a clean, modern feel with good proportions and a functional layout, well suited for everyday family use.

ANNEXE

KITCHEN/LIVING ROOM: A bright and well-arranged open-plan kitchen/living room, providing a practical and comfortable space for everyday living. The kitchen area is fitted with a range of wooden wall and base units with work surfaces over, tiled splashbacks and an inset sink positioned beneath the window, enjoying natural light and views to the outside.

There is space and plumbing for laundry appliances, together with an integrated oven, hob and extractor. The adjoining living and dining area offers room for a table and chairs as well as a sofa and freestanding furniture, creating a sociable, self-contained living space. A glazed door provides direct access to the outside, while recessed ceiling lighting, a mix of wood-effect flooring and carpet, and neutral décor give the room a light and functional feel.

BEDROOM: A bright and well-presented double bedroom with neutral décor, fitted carpet and a wide window with fitted shutters allowing for good natural light. The room offers ample space for a large double bed, bedside furniture and freestanding storage, while direct access through to the en-suite provides a practical and comfortable arrangement.

EN-SUITE: The en-suite is generously proportioned and fitted with a modern white suite comprising WC, wash hand basin and a large walk-in shower area with glazed screen, rainfall shower head and additional handheld attachment. Finished with marble-effect wall panelling, recessed ceiling lighting, a chrome heated towel rail and contrasting flooring, it creates a smart and contemporary shower room adjoining the bedroom.

WORKSHOP: A superb and highly versatile workshop/studio space, offering excellent proportions and a bright, open layout ideal for a range of creative, practical or professional uses. The room features high ceilings with exposed steel beams, rooflights and large glazed doors/windows, allowing for an impressive level of natural light and a strong connection to the outside.

The space is currently arranged with substantial workbenches, storage areas and specialist equipment, making it particularly well suited as an artist’s studio, craft workshop, home business space or hobby room. A mezzanine level provides additional storage or workspace, while recessed lighting, durable flooring and generous floor area further enhance the practicality of this excellent ancillary accommodation.

GARDEN/OUTSIDE AREA: The property is approached via an attractive outside entrance, with a covered porch area, brick elevations and established planting creating a welcoming first impression. Pathways lead around the house and connect the various garden areas, with mature shrubs, climbing plants and well-stocked borders providing a private and characterful setting.

The gardens are thoughtfully arranged with a mix of lawn, paved terraces and brick pathways, offering a number of seating and entertaining areas. A generous patio adjoins the property, providing space for outdoor furniture and potted plants, while the surrounding lawn is framed by mature hedging, trees and colourful planting. There are also further courtyard-style areas and pathways between the main house and adjoining buildings, giving the outside space a secluded, informal feel.

The property further benefits from off-road parking and a driveway area, together with open countryside views beyond. The wider setting is a particular feature, with far-reaching outlooks over neighbouring fields and woodland, enhancing the sense of privacy and rural charm.

AGENTS NOTE: Please note that these details have been prepared as a general guide and do not form part of a contract. We have not carried out a detailed survey, nor tested the services, appliances and specific fittings. Room sizes are approximate and should not be relied upon. Any verbal statements or information given about this property, again, should not be relied on and should not form part of a contract or agreement to purchase.

Council Tax Band: D