** AVAILABLE WITH EXTRA LAND ** Viewing is essential to appreciate the stunning gardens and wonderful views of this large detached four bedroom family home that offers scope to be enlarged subject to any necessary consent. The accommodation is laid out around a large split level hallway being well designed with the living accommodation on one side of the property. The two principle reception rooms both open out onto the patio and garden and one has an inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove. The kitchen connects to the utility room and the split level reception hall rises up and gives access to the bedrooms. There is a luxurious shower room and separate family bathroom and underneath the property a double garage and an additional workshop/store. Outside the property is approached over a long tarmac driveway that provides ample parking with access to the garaging. The front gardens are mature with a wide expanse of patio taking in the most stunning rural views. The rear gardens are established, slightly undulating with wide areas of lawn and an impressive patio with pergola, ideal for entertaining in all amounting to approximately 1/2 acre.NOTES: We are also informed that a new sewerage treatment plant will be installed. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_hastings-d196327/for-sale_i68048434
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The artist Quentin Blake owned the house from 1972 2022. It is in the historic hub of Hastings Old Town on a street which is of huge historical and aesthetic interest, just a few metres from the sea and the beach, this house is probably the finest and most well-preserved property on the street.The house has five bedrooms, two bathrooms, downstairs loo, flexible spaces for working from home and a good-sized, well stocked garden.But that's just the basic facts. What this extraordinary home has, and which can't be measured in terms of value is the history and provenance of a building which has stood for nearly 600 years and has seen a litany of personal stories, historical upheavals and unfathomable changes in taste and domestic evolution. The original house would have stood in significant grounds and have been regarded as a grand property. The grounds would probably have extended right up to the West Hill and were a market garden.The house was constructed before domestic staircases, glazed windows or fireplaces all of which were added over the following centuries. The entrance "hall" would have been open to what was then a thatched roof, the kippered roof beams still on show on the top floor attest to this. The room which is now a lovely dining area would have been the place where the animals of the house were kept, with only a small dais or step to separate them from the living areas of the family. And the ground floor rooms would have been open to the first-floor level.Irresistibly, this house was once called Merry Christmas Beer House and in the early to mid-19th century offered accommodation for travellers.There are several internal walls in the house which are decorated with centuries-old pargetting (pargeting is an Elizabethan period decorative or waterproofing plastering). All the pargeting in this house has been beautifully preserved, never painted over and still carries the character and artistic intentions of the people who created it probably during the 16th century during a big "makeover" at 59 All Saints Street when the staircases, the chimneys and the window glazing were put in place.This is a property which is not only historically rich but will offer its new owners a home of comfort, charm and yet be reassuringly contemporary in terms of warmth, lack of drafts with plenty of headroom, light, and great water pressure for a fantastic shower! It's also a home which will connect you to the UK's domestic history and each discovery of how light falls in a particularly pleasing way or a step is worn and slopes because a million feet have trodden on it before you, the house will bring pleasure which just can't be found in a modern home.The current owners have professional backgrounds in the creative industries and a deep understanding of how to successfully restore historic properties as well as a deep understanding of how to make a home look wonderful.The work that's been undertaken by the current owners mean that the house will probably continue to stand for several more hundred years and is certainly totally sound for the foreseeable future in the hands of owners who appreciate that an historic home needs to be lived in and loved. The recent work includes a total overhaul of all issues which were previously making the house damp. "There's little point in covering up what lies beneath" explains the current owner. "You need to work out why and what is causing damp and deal with it professionally using the right materials which will allow the fabric of the house to breathe".This work has been done to the highest possible standards, with the accompanying listed building permissions where necessary. New plumbing, an overhaul and complete updating of the electrics, repair of all of the chimneys, repair of the roof, repair of all of the windows, installation of a Banham lock and alarm system. The garden has been beautifully landscaped to offer two sunny terraces with glorious English planting and discrete lighting. "Rose of Jericho" paints used throughout using natural distemper which allows the walls to "breathe". By choosing this paint, the owners have not only elevated the whole look of the house from being all stark black and white and looking a bit like an old- fashioned idea of a Victorian pub, but they have also protected the infrastructure of the building and given a finish and quality which is in keeping with the age of the building. Woodwork which was previously painted has been restored in this way while leaving any unpainted wood exposed to show off its natural beauty.A tour of the houseEntrance through what is thought to be the original 15th century front door into a living/dining room. Step up to the sitting area with inglenook fireplace which now contains a contemporary wood burning stove. Inner hallway with utility room with plumbing for washing machine and loo. Access to the garden.Study area or snug with working fireplace and windows to the front of the house.The kitchen/breakfast room are charmingly low-tech with free standing units, an electric "Everhot" range similar in style and function to an Aga without much of the bother of an Aga. Door to the garden. The garden has been completely renovated with rebuilt steps, rebuilt terrace area and newly commissioned ironwork in traditional style. Discrete contemporary style lighting throughout the garden. The planting here is mature and generous yet easy to maintain. There is a very useful side entrance with new lockable gate to the garden from the street.First floorBedroom One has windows to the front with views down All Saints Street. Bathroom on this floor is fitted with a magnificent Lefroy Brookes shower (the Bentley of showers). View across the garden from the bathroom.Airing cupboard with newly installed hot water tank.The space which was formally used by Sir Quentin Blake as his painting studio is now a wonderful dressing area and large bedroom with exposed brickwork from the chimney giving additional character to the room.Second floorA wonderful bathroom has been created on this floor which is built into the roof gable which gives it a sense of space and light. Freestanding shower, traditional style white hand basin and loo.The remaining rooms on this floor could be used to offer additional bedrooms or as one wonderful bedroom suite with dressing area and sitting room.All fireplaces throughout the house are in working condition.Heating is by modern newly installed storage heaters. The heat from storage heaters is much kinder to properties of this age: central heating can dry out the fabric of such old buildings too much. These are storage heaters of a new era which can be remotely controlled via an app.Hastings and St Leonards have always been important and historic seaside towns in East Sussex. Recent years have seen a lot of musicians, fashion professionals, artists, writers and creative thinkers moving to the towns. The wide range of good independent shops, cafes and restaurants testify to the increasing popularity of these lovely coastal towns. Travel links to London are good with trains to London Charing Cross, London Bridge and Waterloo East taking just over 90 minutes. There are also trains to Ashford International which then takes you through to St Pancras International on a fast line or the more picturesque but slightly longer route along the coast to Victoria which takes around 2 hours. Good links to Gatwick Airport and to Europe via the Channel Tunnel from St Pancras International. There's a good range of schools in the area: private, state and grammar.The beach and the sea are at the end of All Saints Street a few minutes-walk from the house. You can hear the sea from the open windows and garden of the house.Standard & Super fast Broadband coverage. No ultra fast broadband coverage as of yet.Good mobile coverage on all major networksGrade II Listed Building (entry no 1293833) Tenure: Freehold, For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_hastings-d196327/for-sale_i7084956
ROOMS Entrance vestibule, Octagonal reception hall, Inner hallway, Sitting room, Dining room, Study, Kitchen, Utility room, Boot room, 2 Cloakrooms, 4 Double bedrooms, 2 Bath/shower rooms (1 en suite), Turret room/library. Gas central heating. Mostly secondary glazing. EPC rating E Detached four car garage. Off road parking for several vehicles. Mature front and rear gardens. 0.3 acre plot LOCATION The property is located in a prime residential area adjacent to Alexandra Park, one of the finest public parks in the South East. Occupying 109 acres of land it was redesigned in 1877 by Robert Marnock, one of the outstanding English horticulturalists and garden designers of the 19th century and features a boating lake, playgrounds, cafe and other facilities. Within about one mile is Hastings town centre with promenade, the White Rock Theatre, museums, cinema, Jerwood Gallery, Heritage Centre, Castle and Priory Meadow Shopping Centre. There is an extensive choice of schools in both the state and private sector including Claremont School, Battle Abbey School, Eastbourne College, Vinehall at Robertsbridge and Marlborough House, Hawkhurst. Direct mainline rail services run from Hastings to London Bridge, Cannon Street, Charing Cross, Victoria and Ashford International, from where there are high speed connections to London St. Pancras. DESCRIPTION Designed by the renowned architect Henry Ward (1852 - 1927), who was responsible for many large public buildings in and around Hastings, including the Town Hall and Plummer Roddis (Debenhams) department store, this substantial and extremely appealing detached Edwardian villa was built in 1906 for a local entrepreneur and retains many of its original features. The versatile accommodation is arranged over three levels, around its octagonal tower (as shown on the floor plan). The elevations are of red brick and half timber gables with projecting bay windows. GROUND FLOOR A panelled door with a stained glass insert opens into an entrance vestibule with a leaded light glazed inner door to an octagonal reception hall with a geometric pattern tiled floor, dado height panelling and archways leading off to the principal receptions rooms and an inner hallway. The well proportioned double aspect sitting room with exposed original pine floorboards, dentil cornicing and a fireplace with an ornate surround is favoured by two large bay windows set beyond wide archways, one of which has a glazed door to the rear garden. The triple aspect dining room has a large bay window to the front looking towards the park, egg and dart cornicing, a picture rail, exposed floorboards and a fireplace with an Adam style surround.The kitchen, which overlooks the rear garden, is fitted with a range of cabinets comprising wall and base units with fitted worktops, an inset sink unit with mixer tap, 4 burner gas stainless steel hob with filter hood above and built in stainless steel oven below, space and plumbing for a dishwasher, integrated fridge and cupboard. Adjoining is a functional rear lobby/boot room with a quarry tiled floor, built in storage cupboard and a glazed door opening to the rear garden. Two doors lead from the boot room, one to a large walk-in pantry the other to a spacious utility room with a tiled floor and a range of base cupboards beneath an L-shaped work surface with below counter space for a washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge. The study, which overlooks the courtyard garden, has exposed floorboards and can be accessed via the inner hallway where there are two cloakrooms. FIRST FLOOR On the first floor, the double aspect principal bedroom which has a raised ceiling and a bay window looking out to Alexandra Park, has a range of fitted wardrobes to one wall, picture rail and an en suite bath/shower room with modern fitments comprising a freestanding bath, wash hand basin, close coupled WC and shower enclosure. There are three further double bedrooms on this floor, one of which has a bay window overlooking the rear garden, together with a family bath/shower room, a separate cloakroom and an airing cupboard with gas boiler. SECOND FLOOR On the second floor there is a turret room, currently used as a library with exposed floorboards and views out across Alexandra Park. OUTSIDE The front garden is laid to lawn with mature trees and shrubs and a driveway to one side providing off road parking for multiple vehicles. This in turn provides access to a substantial detached garage with wooden double doors, light, power and windows down both sides. There is a small loft space and log store to the rear. Across the rear of the property is a level lawn with terracing adjoining the house and a backdrop of mature trees and shrubs. To one side of the house there is a further terrace with a side access pedestrian gate. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_hastings-d196327/for-sale_i68511766
RARE TOWN CENTRE INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY. Development of 7 newly converted flats within the heart of Hastings Town Centre. Ideal Buy to Let or Holiday Let business. IMPORTANT NOTE TO POTENTIAL PURCHASERS & TENANTS: We endeavour to make our particulars accurate and reliable, however, they do not constitute or form part of an offer or any contract and none is to be relied upon as statements of representation or fact. The services, systems and appliances listed in this specification have not been tested by us and no guarantee as to their operating ability or efficiency is given. All photographs and measurements have been taken as a guide only and are not precise. Floor plans where included are not to scale and accuracy is not guaranteed. If you require clarification or further information on any points, please contact us, especially if you are traveling some distance to view. POTENTIAL PURCHASERS: Fixtures and fittings other than those mentioned are to be agreed with the seller. POTENTIAL TENANTS: All properties are available for a minimum length of time, with the exception of short term accommodation. Please contact the branch for details. A security deposit of at least one month's rent is required. Rent is to be paid one month in advance. It is the tenant's responsibility to insure any personal possessions. Payment of all utilities including water rates or metered supply and Council Tax is the responsibility of the tenant in every case. HAS230197/2 For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_hastings-d196327/for-sale_i67944495
**REF - COFRA**A beautiful gated 6 bedroom Victorian villa located on the outskirts of Hastings Old Town, East Sussex. The home offers phenomenal countryside and seaside views; light and spacious rooms throughout and character features such as high ceilings, coving, ceiling roses and ornate fireplaces:- all of which has been lovingly renovated by the present owner, combining the charm of the old with the style of the new, to create an architectural masterpiece. This gorgeous Victorian home offers 6 bedrooms, 9 bathrooms, 3 kitchens and 4 living spaces. It will be perfect for large families, multigenerational living, or as an investment for a boutique hotel/Airbnb. Upon arrival to the home you are welcomed by a private gated entrance, with a large driveway suitable for 4 plus vehicles. The garage is currently being used as a utility space, however, it can easily be converted to an office, workshop, or back to it's original use. The open plan kitchen/dining/living area is bright, spacious, with plenty of charm and grandeur. The high ceilings, ornate fireplace, chandeliers, French doors leading out to the garden and the incredible view, make this as magical place to create memories with family and friends. Each of the bedrooms are light and large, offering space, comfort and luxury. All of the bedrooms have a modern en-suite, with two benefitting from their own adjoining kitchen. This home will be ideal for multigenerational living, or as an investment opportunity.The garden is beautifully landscaped, with a spacious terrace and tiered setting, providing the perfect opportunity to admire the gorgeous views in your own private oasis that is this south facing suntrap of a Garden.The property holds planning permission for a Victorian style balcony on the first floor of the home, at the back of the property, on the south elevation, overlooking the beautiful south facing views. In addition, planning permission has been granted for a stairway down to the basement for ease of access, to the side of the property, on the west elevation. Within a short walking distance to the quirky Hastings old town with local and independent restaurants, shops, bars, art galleries, cinemas and live music venues. Also, within close proximity to a variety of state and public schools, including Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School and The Independent Claremont School; with a direct route to London via the A21 around a 5 minute drive away, and mainline links to the city from Hastings Station. This truly is a phenomenal one of a kind home that deserves your attention. Please contact Connie Francis at Tyron Ash International Real Estate for more information, or to arrange a viewing. For more details and to contact: https://realtyww.info/houses_hastings-d196327/for-sale_i68950233
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