Last Chance to Buy at All Saints
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Inside: Inside: The discreet charm Lagoon Water Sports of Eastbourne p7 p8 All Saints Life Last chance to buy at All Saints Time is running out to buy a beautiful, converted property at Berkeley’s prestigious All Saints development in Meads Village, Eastbourne. There are a very limited number of unique two bedroom apartments, perfectly combining traditional architecture with modern design. he popularity of All Saints highly skilled craftsmen, including been incredibly strong demand at to complete, and the original All outside space is professionally has seen the development local company Priest Restoration, All Saints. There are only a handful geometric tiled floor design was maintained by the estate Texperience an exceptional which has previously worked of homes left so anybody who wishes painstakingly recreated from management service, so residents sales success, with only a limited on historic buildings such to live in a unique, converted home historic photographic records. can enjoy the gardens without number of homes for sale. Anyone as Kensington Palace and and own a slice of history needs There is also a library where having to do anything to wishing to own a historic home Somerset House. to move quickly to avoid residents can meet each other maintain them. combining the best of traditional Each home at All Saints is disappointment. or greet guests, and an on-site It all adds up to some of architecture with modern living, individually designed to blend “This really is the last chance gym. The private chapel has the finest restored properties in beautifully landscaped grounds, authentic period features with to buy, and there are simply no also been completely restored available on the South Coast. will need to act fast. the best of stylish modern interiors, other developments anywhere near and will now be used as an exciting For more information or to book All Saints recently saw the offering a variety of layouts that the calibre of All Saints in the area.” venue for an ongoing programme your personal appointment at the completion of a four year labour of take advantage of the building’s Within each unique home are of cultural events. show home, please contact the love, combining the grandeur of heritage while providing living all the modern comforts one would The splendour of the building Sales & Marketing suite Victorian architecture with the space that is practical. expect, from integrated kitchen is complemented by beautifully on 01323 749521 or visit very best in modern living. Architectural features, such as appliances to underfloor heating. landscaped grounds which include www.allsaints-eastbourne.co.uk. Built in 1869 and originally turrets, have been integrated into The bathrooms are finished to communal courtyards, designed to The Sales & Marketing suite designed by architect Henry homes as modern functional spaces, Berkeley’s signature high encourage wildlife and biodiversity, is open Thursday to Monday Woodyer, this significant landmark such as shower and laundry rooms. specification and many of the while creating a tranquil from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm, building had fallen into disrepair The exterior cloisters have also been bedrooms have fitted wardrobes environment for its residents. by appointment only. until it was sensitively converted used effectively, acting as covered and ensuite facilities. into a unique collection of homes terraces and balconies for selected Berkeley’s attention to detail unrivalled in the area. homes and offering sensational extends to the impressive communal It has now been restored to its views over the South Downs or areas. One of the magnificent original Victorian glory by Berkeley towards the sea. entrance halls has been returned (Southern) Ltd, working closely with Kevin Redmond, Head of Sales to its Victorian splendour, a process English Heritage and a team of at All Saints, comments: “There has that took hundreds of man-hours www.berkeleygroup.co.uk Open Thursday to Monday by personal appointment T: 01323 749521 2 All Saints Life | Berkeley (Southern) Ltd Local Community All Saints Life Building a community NEWS IN BRIEF Berkeley’s philosophy is to build not only homes, but living, sustainable communities that become an integral part of the wider community. Building a community Living, sustainable communities that become an integral part of the area. page 2 An extra pair of hands at All Saints Innovative concierge service at All Saints. page 3 Food and drink Review of two gourmet providers in Eastbourne. page 4 Something for everyone at All Saints A development that ticks all the boxes. page 5 t All Saints this ethos is reflected not only in the “The creation of an exciting cultural venue at the restoration of the building so it reclaims its status as restored Chapel will link us to the community, and Creating heavenly interiors Aa landmark within Meads Village, but also in the creation we hope that residents will use the concierge of beautiful communal areas for residents to use and enjoy, Architectural features blended with service to discover and connect with the exciting modern amenities and conveniences. and amenities that benefit the wider local community as well. The main communal entrance hall is now as imposing as world on their doorstep.” page 6 it was in its Victorian heyday. The original doors and hinges were stripped back, repaired and painted to a high quality finish, The discreet charm of Eastbourne a task which took hundreds of man-hours to complete. Old The Victorian Chapel has also been fully restored and now Victorian patterned ceramic tiled floors have been recreated serves as an exciting events and exhibition space both for The South Coast is becoming using old photographs and historical records. residents and the local community. increasing popular. The restoration of the ornate iron balustrades also shows A full programme of cultural events, including art exhibitions page 7 Berkeley’s careful attention to detail. They were electronically and classical music recitals is now in place. The Chapel is also analysed by specialist architectural paint researchers, Crick available for hire for private events and has been used as a Smith, to establish the exact colour and patterns used to location by a local band for filming a music video. Eastbourne’s event diary decorate the original staircase. Residents have access to a communal library, where they Guide to the Spring/Summer at An expert sign writer then painted the intricate, highly decorative can work or read one of the many books available, as well as All Saints and Eastbourne pattern onto the ironwork, a delicate process which took over a residents only gym. page 8 a month to complete. Finally, a small section was left in its original The beautiful gardens have been designed to attract wildlife state to demonstrate the authenticity of the restoration. and encourage biodiversity, important since the adjacent South Downs are one of the rarest and most distinctive habitats in Britain. As well as private terraces and balconies, they feature communal courtyards that encourage residents to mingle and enjoy these tranquil green spaces with their views over the English Channel and the South Downs together. All Saints has a dedicated Concierge service that can assist residents with day-to-day necessities such as dry cleaning or deliveries as well as providing recommendations on where to eat and current events in Eastbourne and Sussex. Kevin Redmond, Head of Sales at All Saints, comments: “After its closure All Saints had deteriorated to a point where it contributed little to the life or the visual appearance of the area. Careful restoration has returned it to its Victorian glory and the landscaped grounds have re-integrated the building into the surrounding neighbourhood. “The creation of an exciting cultural venue at the restored Chapel will link us to the community, and we hope that residents will use the concierge service to discover and connect with the exciting world on their doorstep.” www.berkeleygroup.co.uk Open Thursday to Monday by personal appointment T: 01323 749521 All Saints Life | Berkeley (Southern) Ltd 3 Service An extra pair of hands at All Saints Residents at All Saints can count on an extra pair of hands when it comes to help with every day errands and tasks, with an innovative Concierge service that combines the convenience of a five-star hotel style concierge with the cost effectiveness of a pay-as-you go system. he service is managed by of All Saints. It provides a cost travel, gift buying, organising local residents Mark and effective solution for taking care a dinner party or even arranging TCarrie Bird (pictured above), of day-to-day tasks, which can for residents to go out on a local who have over 25 years experience range from linen changing, boat to catch lobsters. “We wanted to create a genuinely useful Concierge of providing customer service, ironing and even dog walking. “Mark and I are passionate event organisation and public However, the service will also about Eastbourne and what it has service which was tailormade to each one of our relations, and will provide ideas allow residents to take advantage to offer. There are so many exciting residents’ needs. Many of our buyers are second home and inspiration to enable residents of everything that the area of discoveries to be made, including owners who do not want to be paying a service charge to get the most out of enjoying life Eastbourne has to offer and provide small delicatessens stocking for a porter they rarely use, but do want to access at All Saints, as well as access to a much wider range of lifestyle beautiful local produce rivalling the cultural possibilities that the services. This could be anything anything found in London.