Keymer Road, Burgess Hill, West Sussex, RH15

Impressive Edwardian family home offering generous living spaces, set in stunning grounds in a semi-rural yet convenient location, close to the South Downs National Park.

Description

Dating back to 1904, The Blenheims is a striking detached Edwardian residence, situated on the sought-after southern edge of Burgess Hill, just moments from the South Downs National Park. This distinguished property is a fine example of the Sussex vernacular, featuring handsome part-tile hung red brick elevations, and has been substantially extended over the years to offer an imposing yet comfortable family home. With an expansive floor area of approximately 5,150 square feet (excluding garaging and outbuildings), the house provides spacious and versatile accommodation, ideal for both everyday family living and large-scale entertaining. Many of the principal rooms are positioned along the southern and eastern sides, taking full advantage of the lovely views over the beautiful gardens and grounds.

Upon approach, the property is accessed via a gravel 'in and out' driveway, leading to a detached garage and offering plenty of parking for a number of vehicles. The driveway sweeps around a neatly manicured area of front lawn to the south of the house. A welcoming arched open porch leads to the front door, which opens into a generous reception hall, complete with a brick open fireplace and wooden surround.

From the hall, two formal reception rooms are accessed: the sitting room and dining room. Both rooms are connected by an elegant full-height bay, with doors leading to the garden. The sitting room also features a brick open fireplace. On the opposite side of the hall lies a comfortable family room, fitted with bookshelving. This leads to two separate studies, while double doors open into a large, versatile games room - an excellent space for entertaining, with a full-height bay and French doors opening to the front of the property.

The kitchen and breakfast room is a generous space, fitted with an extensive range of wooden cabinetry and display cupboards, complemented by composite worktops. There is ample room for a large breakfast table, and the kitchen is equipped with a two-oven Aga, which also provides hot water. Additional spaces are available for a larder-style fridge/freezer, an oven, drinks fridge, and dishwasher. The kitchen adjoins a large conservatory, and is served by a practical utility room with space for laundry appliances. To the rear of the kitchen, a rear lobby leads down to two cellar store rooms, one of which houses laundry facilities.

On the first floor, a part-galleried landing leads to five bedrooms, along with a family bathroom, with a suite including a bath and separate shower cubicle. The second bedroom benefits from an en suite shower room, and together with the third bedroom, has access to a balcony overlooking the gardens. The vast principal suite comprises a spacious dual-aspect bedroom with a seating area, two dressing rooms with fitted storage, and an en suite bathroom with a corner jet bath, shower cubicle, and twin basins.

Gardens and Grounds
The Blenheims is set within beautifully mature gardens and grounds extending to about two and a half acres, predominantly located to the south and east of the house. These stunning gardens form an integral part of the property’s charm, with level, sweeping lawns, two naturally-fed ponds, and a high degree of privacy, courtesy of well-established fencing and mature trees.

A large paved terrace to the east of the house offers ample space for outdoor furniture and alfresco entertaining. From the terrace, a pathway leads beneath a timber arbor, beautifully covered in climbing wisteria, to a small timber summerhouse. The expansive lawn stretches away from the house towards two large, fence-enclosed, tree-lined ponds, creating a scenic outlook.

The property also boasts a range of useful outbuildings, many of which have power connected. To the north of the house, adjacent to the boundary, are a tool shed, a brick-built workshop, a timber cabin, and a former stable. On the southern side of the garden, beyond the arbor, two further detached buildings are located: a substantial workshop and a timber tractor shed with two adjoining open stores.

Location

The Blenheims is situated on the desirable semi-rural southern outskirts of Burgess Hill, close to open countryside and just outside the boundary of the South Downs National Park, yet within good reach of local amenities. Burgess Hill has a good range of shops, including a Waitrose, restaurants, wine bars, leisure centre and supermarkets.

There are many leisure activities available in the area with bridle paths and footpaths across the surrounding countryside, and golf across the county.

The City of Brighton and Hove is within 10 miles and is known for being one of the most vibrant cities in Europe, with a fantastic mix of shopping, famed nightlife, award winning restaurants, theatre culture, festivals and events.

Rail services: Burgess Hill (about one mile), London Bridge/London Victoria from 52 minutes or Haywards Heath (5.3 miles), London Bridge/ London Victoria from 42 minutes

Schools: There are a number of state and independent schools in the area, including Burgess Hill Girls, Burgess Hill Academy, Downlands Community School, Hurstpierpoint College, Ardingly College and Brighton College.

Communications: The A23/M23 is to the west, linking to the motorway network, Gatwick and Heathrow airports and the coast.

All journey times and distances are approximate.

Square Footage: 5,150 sq ft


Acreage: 2.46 Acres

Additional Info

Services: Mains gas fired central heating. Mains electricity and water. Shared private drainage (septic tank).
Broadband: FTTC available.

Outgoings: Mid Sussex District Council. Tax band G.

Photographs taken: April 2025.

Site Plan: Produced from Promap © Crown copyright and database rights 2024. OS AC . Not to scale. For identification only.

Cladding: This property has cladding (clay tile hanging). The property is under six floors so any cladding may not have been tested. Purchasers should make enquiries about the external wall system of the property, if it has cladding and if it is safe or if there are interim measures in place.