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RYKEHURST HOUSE

LEWES • EAST RYKEHURST HOUSE ROTTEN ROW • LEWES • • BN7 1TN

Grand Victorian villa with stylish contemporary interiors and breathtaking views

Reception hall, Drawing room, Open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room, Study, Family room, Mezzanine study, Gym Utility room, 2 cloakrooms, Pantry, Bootroom, Storage/boiler room, Store rooms

Master bedroom with en suite bathroom and dressing room Guest bedroom with en suite bathroom 3 further bedrooms (1 en suite and with balcony), Family bathroom

Landscaped garden, Log/garden store, Detached single garage with storage, Off street parking

EPC rating C

Lewes Estates Savills Haywards Heath 77 High Street, 37 - 39 Perrymount Road, Lewes, Haywards Heath, BN7 1XN West Sussex RH16 3BN

Robert E Nettleton Sophie Wysock-Wright [email protected] [email protected] 01273 477377 01444 446 000 savills.co.uk Your attention is drawn to the Important Notice on the last page of the text. Situation Rykehurst House is situated on the south side on Rotten Row, a beautiful street in the historic and picturesque market town of Lewes and one of the town’s very best addresses. Its elevated position gives the benefit of breathtaking views across Southover, to the and the Ouse Valley.

Lewes is set within the beautiful countryside of the South Downs National Park. One of the oldest and most important towns in Sussex, Lewes offers excellent schools, good transport links and has many independent restaurants, shops and markets and is well served by a range of supermarkets and High Street chains.

There is a vibrant cultural and arts scene across Sussex, with world-class opera at and the annual Festival presenting a huge programme of theatre, dance, classical music and literary events. Walking can be enjoyed across the South Downs; Ashdown Forest lies to the north and the south coast is readily accessible.

Brighton: 8 miles, Gatwick airport: 26 miles, : 47 miles.

Mainline Rail Services: Lewes station (0.5 miles) offers direct services to London Victoria, journey time from 70 minutes; London Bridge, from 74 minutes; Brighton, from 16 minutes, and across the south coast.

Schools: There are a number of highly regarded state and independent schools and colleges in the local area, including Wallands Primary School, Southover Primary School, , Lewes , Brighton College, College and College.

Description Rykehurst House is an impressive and handsome detached dining/sitting room, a space which has been thoughtfully and Victorian villa, originally dating from the 1880s. The property was cleverly designed to create distinct areas that blend seamlessly, acquired by the current owner in 2012 and has been the subject perfectly suited for both family life and for entertaining. A tiled inner of an extensive yet sensitive refurbishment which enhances hallway gives access to well-appointed storage and utility rooms, and extends the original design of the villa, creating a spacious the cloakroom and to the western courtyard. home arranged over four floors. The house has been beautifully remodelled both structurally and decoratively, with extensions to The kitchen is where the original footprint of the villa merges with the west and east complementing the original elevations and the double height space and mezzanine of the western extension creating a stunning, contemporary family home which retains the and is light, airy and superbly appointed with polished stone integrity and symmetry of the grand Victorian style. One of the key surfaces and an excellent range of bespoke under counter and features of Rykehurst House is the superb vista across Lewes to wall hung units, high end appliances including Gaggenau cooking the South Downs and Ouse Valley. appliances, a wine fridge, two Miele integrated dishwashers, and an integrated fridge/freezer and larder unit. The south wall is fully The property is spacious and light; high ceilings, plaster coving glazed with large panels of glass showcasing the striking South and bay windows typical of the original architecture are cleverly Downs views; there is a glazed sliding door to the terrace. combined with modern features such as under floor heating, recessed downlighting, double glazed sash windows, large panels The dining area has ample space for table and chairs; beyond is of double glazed glass in the modern extensions and a retiled a snug, with a Hwam wood burner set in a central chimney and roof with high performance thermal construction to keep energy a large bay window with door to the terrace. To the eastern end, costs to a minimum. The finely decorated interior of the property and slightly screened by the chimney, is the sitting room, a cosy takes inspiration from the setting of the surrounding and space for relaxing. flint landscape, using natural materials such as light oak wooden floors, stone surfaces and a palette of warm greys and soft tinted Situated at the head of the stairs from the reception hall is a light whites. half landing. Beyond lies a bedroom with an en suite shower room and a balcony with glass balustrade to ensure the spectacular The central, solid wood front door opens to the beautiful reception views are unimpeded. hall, which has an expertly hand crafted bespoke oak and walnut staircase as the main feature. The drawing room has an elegant The master bedroom suite is situated in the original Victorian villa limestone fireplace and a superb bay window with stunning views and comprises a spacious bedroom, with a beautifully appointed across the south facing garden to the landscape beyond. To en suite bathroom and dressing room; the bedroom has views the west of the reception hall lies a naturally lit mezzanine study to the south. There is a further bedroom with en suite bathroom space overlooking the kitchen and separated by a simple glass to the first floor; on the second floor are two bedrooms, one with balustrade; the eastern extension provides a spacious study, with dressing area, which are served by a bathroom. The bathrooms sliding doors to the family room and open access to a light filled have been individually designed with stylish, modern fittings, gym space. There is a cloakroom lying off the reception hall. designer basins and baths, and wet-room style tiled showers.

On the lower ground floor, full height glass panels flank and create The full extent and layout of the accommodation can be seen on the door which opens to the stunning open plan kitchen/ the accompanying floorplans. RYKEHURST HOUSE, LEWES Gross internal area (approx.) House - 478.1 sq m (5146 sq ft) Store room Garage - 22.9 sq m (246 sq ft) For identification only - Not to scale Log © Trueplan (UK) Limited store

Restricted height Balcony Master bedroom Bedroom 5.48 x 4.37 Bedroom 10.10 x 4.47 17'11'' x 14'4'' Garage 33'1'' x 14'8'' 4.23 x 3.33 13'10'' x 10'11'' 5.75 x 3.87 Dressing 18'10'' x 12'8'' room

Bedroom Bedroom 4.83 x 4.19 5.87 x 3.74 15'10'' x 13'9'' 19'3'' x 12'3'' Second floor First floor

Kitchen / Dining / Drawing room Sitting room Void Outside Outgoings Store room 15.09 x 5.50 Gym Study 5.77 x 5.54 18'11'' x 18'2'' Rykehurst House sits in a plot of just over a quarter of an acre, Central steps lead down to the lawn, which has some raised beds, Council, 01273 471600. Council Tax band H. 49'6'' x 18'0'' 4.44 x 2.85 5.63 x 5.30 and is approached from Rotten Row by an in-and-out resin and is bordered by hedges to the south and west, and brick and flint Store room 14'6'' x 9'4'' 18'5'' x 17'4'' bound gravel driveway which provides excellent off street parking wall to the east. There is further storage below the house. Tenure Mezzanine study for family and for guests and is bordered by a high brick walls Freehold Lower Ground floor and planted with lavender; to the eastern end is a detached brick Directions Utility and timber garage with power and water supplied, and a storage From the A27 west of Lewes, take the A277 and proceed straight Energy Performance ground floor room Family room space below. ahead through two set of traffic lights passing St Anne’s church on A copy of the full Energy Performance Certificate is available on 3.84 x 3.28 the right and Shelley’s Hotel on the left; immediately ahead of the request. 12'7'' x 10'9'' Plant room To the east and west of the house, steps with ground level lighting next set of traffic lights, turn right into Antioch Street, and then right lead down to gates giving access to the rear garden. To the west into Rotten Row. Viewing is a brick courtyard, with direct access to the lower ground floor. Strictly by appointment with Savills on 01444 446000 and Lewes From the east, follow the A2029 to the High Street A277; after the Estates on 01273 477377. The south facing rear garden has been comprehensively traffic lights bear slight left to turn into Rotten Row. landscaped, and is spanned by a lovely sandstone terrace, which If there is any point which is of particular importance to you, we is arranged at varying levels and bordered by custom made The entrance to Rykehurst House is on the left after about 130 yards. invite you to discuss this with us, especially before you travel to Important Notice: iron railings allowing an uninterrupted view to the surrounding view the property. Savills and their clients give notice that: 1. They have no authority to make or give any representations or warranties in relation to the property. These particulars do not form part of any offer or contract and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. 2. Any areas, measurements or distances are approximate. The text, photographs and plans are for guidance countryside. To the west of the terrace is a barbecue area; the Services only and are not necessarily comprehensive. It should not be assumed that the property has all necessary planning, building regulation or other consents and Savills have not tested any east side has space for table and chairs under an ironwork pergola Underfloor central heating throughout; mains gas, electricity, water services, equipment or facilities. Purchasers must satisfy themselves by inspection or otherwise. providing an elegant space for entertaining al fresco. and drainage. Brochure prepared: August 2016 Photographs taken: August 2016 TP/61028042/001