Lenham Avenue, Saltdean

A fabulous, feel good home with glorious views sweeping over Saltdean Park to rolling countryside and the sea, this 5 bed, 4 bath detached house with a big sunny garden, glamorous balcony and a garage is a great find. Just 15-20 minutes from Brighton, this luxury property has been beautifully improved to create a dream retreat with a perfect balance between the open living, kitchen dining room which flows out to a holiday lifestyle and quiet, comfortable and private double bedrooms - the peaceful principal en-suite with a dressing area. On a leafy road with access to countryside nearby, local shops, Saltdean Primary School, Saltdean Park, the Lido and the sea are all within walking distance – or a 3 min drive.

Enjoy the easy flow of this tranquil home on an exclusive hilltop which enjoys uninterrupted light, spectacular views and energy efficient doors and windows. Tucked back from the quiet street behind a large front garden, built into the hillside, this striking detached house has an appealing approach, reached by a ‘bridge’ with the garage to one side.

Inside, the front door opens to a spectacular, open plan room soaring above the protected park with panoramic views which sweep from the Downs to the sea. Full of sunshine, skilful design embraces its unique setting with a southwest wall lined with windows where full-height doors open to a sun deck for al fresco dining. Inside, guests can relax at a large table by a huge picture window where they can enjoy the view - in complete privacy. Safely away from the in/out flow, the streamlined kitchen is sociable but not dominant and it’s a gourmet’s dream with sophisticated storage and fashionable work surfaces. High spec appliances include a touch induction hob beneath a hood and a grill/combi oven and fan oven at eye level with a warming tray beneath. At the top of the stairs to the bedrooms – which are downstairs- there’s a w.c. for guests.

Downstairs, private within the house at the foot of the stairs, the first of the bedrooms is a generous single – perfectly placed for a child’s room or it could be a spacious home office – and central to this level, the luxury shower room has a spa-like finish. With garden views, three family rooms are all generous doubles rooms, each simple but stylish to keep the focus on the verdant surrounds, and the largest has access to a well-planned utility room which has a door to the garden.

At the end of the hallway, the elegant principal bedroom is a secret refuge with calm decoration and plenty of space, and it enjoys a dressing room which leads to a fantasy bathroom, so you won’t need to change a thing.

Outside, the gardens wrap around the house emerging into a rare, country-sized garden with a dining terrace looking over a large lawn made private by mature shrubs and trees. Sheltered from the sea breeze and easy to maintain it’s a tranquil haven ideal for family time or entertaining, and there’s even a shed in situ to store the mower – and the bbq.

Vendor’s Comments:
“In a glorious setting with views over countryside and the sea, the outlook changes every day. There’s a seamless indoor/outdoor flow make the most of the unique, southeast facing hilltop location, but it is also an inviting, comfortable home to enjoy where you can entertain friends with ease and relax in large, light and quiet bedrooms, too. The house has energy efficient windows and doors, so the house is always warm. The location is great for getting into or out of the city - and with the garage it’s a secure lock up and leave which gives peace of mind.”

Good to Know:
Local primary & library 1 min drive, 10 mins walk
Park, shops, sea & lido 2-3 mins
Rottingdean’s rock pools, high street 4 mins
Marina about 10 mins, Pavilion & Lanes 15-20
Direct trains to airports and London about 20-25 mins
Royal County & Nuffield Hospitals 15 mins

Education:
Saltdean Primary, Our Lady of Lourdes
Longhill
Private Schools: Roedean, Brighton College, Brighton Waldorf, Lewes Old Grammar School, Lancing, Bede’s – all with buses available

Location Guide:
Sought after by professionals and families, Saltdean offers a healthy lifestyle and quiet nights but swift access to Brighton, Lewes and Gatwick. Close to the Lido, beach and country walks there are friendly local amenities, Rottingdean’s High Street is 4 mins and Brighton Marina with its health club, cinemas, casino and waterfront restaurants is about 10 mins by taxi. The local schools are good and award winning schools, including Roedean, Brighton Waldorf, Lewes Old Grammar and Brighton College are just minutes away. The coast road will take you to the picturesque rock pools and High Street of Rottingdean, to Newhaven for the ferry to France and the A23/A27 are easy to reach.