• A truly unique detached single storey residence, discreetly tucked away within beautifully landscaped private gardens +
• 4 Bedrooms +
• 3 Reception rooms +
• 4 Bathrooms +
• Beautifully landscaped private gardens +
• Contemporary detached studio with bedroom and shower room +
• Driveway with parking +
• Central village location +

A charming and truly unique detached single storey residence, discreetly tucked away within beautifully landscaped private gardens, boasting a contemporary studio and off street parking

Ditchling, nestled within the South Downs National Park, is a historic village playing host to a selection of local shops, cafes, a church, and two public houses including The Bull, an award-winning gastro pub. The larger village of Hassocks is a short drive away, as is the city of Brighton and Hove, both offering mainline train connections to London and a greater array of shops and restaurants. This area of Sussex also benefits from a variety of superb private and state schools for all ages, all within easy reach of the village.

Set back from East End Lane, The Old Rookery is enveloped by beautifully landscaped walled gardens showcasing an exceptional blend of specialist planting and meticulously crafted hard and soft landscaping. The property has been sympathetically enhanced during the tenure of the current owners resulting in a home perfectly attuned to modern living while retaining all the character and charm of its origins. The house is approached via a striking orangery, a wonderfully light filled space that provides an inviting and versatile reception area. Further to this lies a generous sitting room centred around a feature woodburning stove and enjoying direct access to the rear garden through glazed doors. A dedicated home office further complements the current layout. The kitchen/dining room creates an excellent setting for entertaining fitted with a country style kitchen offering a range of integrated appliances and ample space for family dining. There are three bedrooms and a contemporary family shower room. Both the principal bedroom and a further double bedroom benefit from en-suite bathrooms, with the principal suite featuring a timeless, nautically inspired bathroom complete with a freestanding roll top bath. The private gardens surround the property on all sides, comprising formal lawns and sun terraces adjoining both the front and rear as well as a charming covered seating area. Well stocked borders, specimen shrubs, small trees and sculpted box hedging bring structure and coherence to the grounds creating a tranquil and beautifully connected outdoor environment. Situated within the garden is a recently converted studio offering an open plan seating area with bar, shower room and stairs rising to a first floor space ideal as a guest suite, creative workspace or leisure room. A gated driveway to the side of the house provides ample off street parking and access to the attached store.