4 bedroom detached house for sale

With Saltdean Park, the Lido and the beach within 5 mins, this 3 bed detached bungalow delivers sweeping views to the sea, a large southwest facing garden and a self-contained studio apartment with its own access. Parking’s not an issue with an integral garage and off street parking for several cars by a seaside inspired garden at the front. Just 10 minutes from Brighton, this beautiful home is close to a good primary school, local amenities around the corner and there is swift access by car to Lewes (20 mins) and Gatwick (45-50 mins).

This stylish bungalow stands out with sleek lines, double glazing – including the holiday inspired porthole - off street parking and garage. Inside, offers easy, one level living and even the broad hallway has a flawless finish with crisp decoration and designer flooring which continues into the living dining room.

The spacious living dining room is simply decorated with focus on the magnificent view which sweeps across rooftops below to the homes across the valley and obliquely to the sea. There is ample space and tall, glazed doors slide across to the lit balcony.

Next door, with a picture window to frame the open view, the kitchen diner is bright and cheerful with a door to the balcony for al fresco entertaining. Ideal for parties, but also for family time, there’s space for a big table and two levels of lighting for ambience. Expertly planned with high-spec appliances and practical working surfaces, the streamlined kitchen flows around the central gas hob and oven beneath a hood and integrated dishwasher. As you’d expect of a home of this quality there’s a separate utility room with a skylight and access to the garage.
Quiet and comfortable, the principal bedroom is a flexible space. Currently used as a family room, it enjoys the wonderful views and also has access to the balcony. Central to the house, the second bedroom is very private and provides floor to ceiling fitted wardrobes. Facing out to the front garden, the third double bedroom is simple but stylish and also has fitted storage.

Across the hallway, the fabulous wet room has a dual head shower, sleek vanity below the hand basin, heated towel rail and lit mirror. Nextdoor is the 2nd WC with its hand basin and natural light.
Outside, the balcony has broad steps down to the beautiful garden, and there is also access via a side gate. A bridge leads past a water feature to a large deck, raised to catch the sun and with plenty of space for dining. Looking over a big lawn made child and pet secure by painted fencing, there is a secret seating area tucked beneath mature shrubs and trees for some shade.
Discreetly hidden away, the studio apartment is tucked under the balcony. Good to go as a B&B, home office or for family, inside has a contemporary finish with 2 cupboards built in, a smart kitchenette with a touch induction hob and space for an oven, fridge and microwave and at the far end, the shower room is high end.

where it is...

Shops: Local shops 2 minutes, Rottingdean a 5 minute drive, Marina 10
Train Station: Brighton Station 20-25- minute drive
Seafront or park: Park 2 minutes, sea within 5 minutes

Closest schools:

Primary: Saltdean Primary a 2 minute drive
Secondary: Longhill
Private: Roedean, Brighton College, Brighton Steiner School, Lewes Old Grammar

The friendly community of Saltdean is by the sea and on the edge of the National South Downs Park. Popular with families and professionals it has plenty of local shops, cafes and restaurants as well as a central park which has miniature golf, tennis courts, a playground and café- and the primary school is Ofsted rating good at the time of writing. The coastal village of Rottingdean is just along the seafront and you are also only 10 minutes from the cosmopolitan Marina with its harbourside restaurants, health club and cinemas. About a 20- minute drive from Brighton’s city centre and close to bus routes, do not forget that both the county town of Lewes and Gatwick are also commutable at about 20 and 50 minutes.

agent's thoughts...

“This quiet area of Saltdean is particularly sought after by professionals and families wanting a healthy lifestyle and good schools for their children as well as swift access to the city, the station and the airports.”

The friendly community of Saltdean is by the sea and on the edge of the National South Downs Park. Popular with families and professionals it has plenty of local shops, cafes and restaurants as well as a central park which has miniature golf, tennis courts, a playground and café- and the primary school is Ofsted rating good at the time of writing. The coastal village of Rottingdean is just along the seafront and you are also only 10 minutes from the cosmopolitan Marina with its harbourside restaurants, health club and cinemas. About a 20- minute drive from Brighton’s city centre and close to bus routes, do not forget that both the county town of Lewes and Gatwick are also commutable at about 20 and 50 minutes.