5 bedroom detached house for sale

* Guide Price £1,750,000 - £1,850,000 *

Extending to approximately 3,535 sq ft across three impressive floors, it offers an ideal environment for contemporary family life, where elegance meets functionality. From the moment you arrive via the private gated driveway, this residence impresses with its combination of privacy, charm, and practicality.

The property is approached through a gated entrance leading to a sweeping driveway, providing ample off-street parking and access to the double garage. An elegant arched porch opens onto a welcoming entrance hall, setting the tone for the rest of the home with a sense of grandeur and warmth. The ground floor is thoughtfully arranged, creating a seamless flow between formal and informal living spaces.

At the heart of the home is a magnificent dual-aspect living room, stretching an impressive 34 feet. Bathed in natural light, this versatile space is perfect for both relaxing family evenings and entertaining on a larger scale. Adjacent to the living room, a conservatory extends the footprint of the property, capturing sunlight throughout the day and offering direct access to the private south/west-facing garden and raised terrace — ideal for summer entertaining, al fresco dining, or simply enjoying the serene surroundings.

The kitchen is a chef’s delight, fitted with high-quality appliances including a double oven, integrated dishwasher, and ample storage. Its layout combines both style and practicality, with direct access to a separate utility room, providing space for laundry and additional storage while keeping the kitchen clutter-free. There is a further reception room which the present owners use as a formal dining room, complete with a charming feature bay window, which offers an elegant setting for family meals and dinner parties. A guest cloakroom completes the convenience of the ground floor, ensuring the home meets the demands of modern living.

Upstairs, the first floor is centred around a wide and welcoming landing leading to three generously proportioned double bedrooms. The principal suite is a true retreat, featuring a luxurious en-suite bathroom and a dedicated dressing room, providing a private sanctuary within the home. The family bathroom, thoughtfully designed with a corner bath and contemporary fittings, serves the remaining bedrooms, balancing style with functionality.

The second floor hosts two additional bedrooms, providing flexible accommodation for older children, visiting guests, or as a home office. From these elevated rooms, residents can enjoy pleasant views across the surrounding Surrenden area, adding a sense of space and tranquillity to the upper floor.

One of the standout features of this property is its wrap-around garden, which enjoys a sunny south/west orientation and a mature, landscaped design. A raised terrace provides an ideal spot for outdoor dining or entertaining, while the meticulously maintained lawn and mature trees create a private and tranquil environment. Side access ensures easy entry to the front of the property, enhancing both convenience and security.

Additional features include a gated driveway for security, a double garage providing substantial storage and parking, and high ceilings throughout that enhance the sense of space and light. Each room has been designed with careful attention to detail, blending classic architectural elements with modern conveniences to create a home that is both stylish and practical.

The interior provides flexible accommodation suitable for multi-generational living, home offices, hobby rooms, or guest bedrooms, while the principal suite with en-suite and dressing room offers a private retreat. The home seamlessly blends formal and informal living, from hosting family gatherings in the elegant dining room and relaxing in the expansive 34ft living room to enjoying the sun-filled conservatory and wrap-around gardens, which feature a raised terrace, mature trees, and a peaceful, private setting perfect for outdoor entertaining or quiet relaxation. With its harmonious balance of timeless elegance and contemporary comfort, the residence ensures every family member has space while maintaining a connected environment, all within walking distance of Preston Park train station, offering both suburban tranquility and excellent accessibility. This property represents a rare opportunity to acquire a substantial, beautifully proportioned family home that delivers on space, quality, and lifestyle.

Vendor’s Comments:

"We have truly loved living in this home over the years. Its spacious, light-filled rooms have been perfect for family life, from relaxing together in the living areas to entertaining friends and family. The wrap-around garden has been a wonderful space for children to play and for enjoying quiet moments outdoors, while the location offers the perfect balance of peace and convenience, being so close to Preston Park station and local amenities. It’s a home that has grown with us and provided everything we could have wished for, and we hope the next owners will enjoy it just as much as we have."

Education:

Primary: Balfour Primary, Westdene Primary

Secondary: Varndean and Dorothy Stringer, Cardinal Newman RC

Sixth Form: Varndean College, BHASVIC, Newman College

Private: Brighton College, Lancing College Prep. Windlesham Prep.

Good to Know:

While this house sits in a tranquil setting, it is incredibly well-connected by road, train and bus to the centre of Brighton & Hove, where you’ll find Georgian lanes, theatres and several shopping districts, each with their own unique character and style. The clean beaches of Brighton & Hove are just 15-minutes away (or 6-minutes on the train from Preston Park Station), where you can swim or picnic on the lawns. The South Downs National Park is equally close for hikers, dog walkers and pub lunches, while commuters to London can travel from Preston Park Station in just over an hour door to door.