East Grinstead Road, Lewes, BN8

Families seeking a home with space, character, and the opportunity for multigenerational living, or to generate income, will find this property highly appealing. The large plot, versatile outbuildings, and established holiday let provide an enviable lifestyle option, with scope for further development. A viewing is strongly recommended to appreciate the full potential on offer.

The house is approached via a private shared drive and enjoys views across the fields to Chailey Green and the Parish Church of St Peter’s. There is parking for numerous vehicles and two garages, both spacious with lighting and power, and a further outbuilding, in addition to the holiday let. These buildings lend themselves to a wide range of uses, from storage and hobbies to potential conversion, subject to planning. The Certificate of Lawful Use granted in April 2010 confirms the residential curtilage extends across the full site, offering further development opportunities for the future.

The property forms the end of a terrace of three former estate cottages dating back to around 1908, later extended in 1986. It has been carefully updated since 1999, with many improvements to both the house and the land. The main home features two welcoming reception rooms, both of which enjoy natural light and a comfortable sense of proportion. The kitchen connects neatly with the living spaces, offering a practical layout for family life, and the inclusion of bifold doors makes the garden easily accessible for outdoor dining and play. Four double bedrooms provide generous accommodation, with flexibility for families needing space for children, guests, or a home office. The bathrooms are well placed to serve the house, while the more recent installation of a condensing oil boiler, pump, and oil tank in 2022 ensures a reliable and modern heating system.

Practicality has been a clear priority for the current owners. A compliant shared sewage treatment plant was installed in 2018. Energy efficiency has also been addressed, with solar hot water tubes and PV panels fitted to the south-facing roof, generating an annual income of around £1600. Several windows have been upgraded with timber double glazing, and in 2023 an EV charging point was added, reflecting modern needs.

A significant feature of this property is Owl Cottage, a purpose-built holiday let completed in 2021. This single-storey accommodation extends to 140sqm and includes three double bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a large open-plan living and kitchen area. Heated via an air source heat pump and designed with accessibility in mind, it has been successfully let and is compliant with all current and proposed letting legislation. EPC rating is C, valid until 2034.

Owl Cottage has consistently met the HMRC requirements for Furnished Holiday Lettings, producing a strong net profit across four years of trading, details of which can be provided. The property has been marketed mainly towards families with disabled members but is not restricted to this sector, giving future owners the flexibility to expand its appeal and maximise income potential. Services are linked to the main house.

The grounds create a peaceful and private setting, with plenty of space for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply enjoying the rural surroundings. For families, the large garden offers a safe and appealing environment for children.
The rural surroundings offer walking, cycling, and country pursuits, making this an ideal location for those who wish to balance a countryside lifestyle with accessibility to town and city facilities.

Located just north of the Chailey Green Conservation Area and surrounded by beautiful countryside – a pastoral mix of fields and woodland, with Chailey Common SSSI to the north - the property benefits from a Primary School at Chailey Green (OFSTED Good with Outstanding Features 2025), and in South Chailey a convenience store / Post Office, a Secondary School (OFSTED Good 2022), a doctor's surgery and an excellent local pub, The Five Bells. In North Chailey, there is a petrol station with convenience store, a dentist, a sports field, and a windmill!

There are excellent preparatory and public schools in the area, including Great Walstead, Cumnor House, Ardingly College, Hurstpierpoint College and the Old Grammar School, Lewes.

Haywards Heath is 6 miles and offers an extensive range of shopping and recreational activities, and a mainline train service to London (London Bridge / Victoria 45 mins) and Brighton (20 mins).

The historic county town of Lewes is 7 miles and Gatwick Airport 19 miles. The City of Brighton & Hove is about 17 miles.
The renowned Glyndebourne Opera House is about 10 miles away and there are theatres in Brighton and Tunbridge Wells. Nearby golf courses include Piltdown, The East Sussex National, Haywards Heath and Crowborough Beacon. Both the South Downs National Park and Ashdown Forest are easily accessible.

In summary, 3 Delbury Cottages offers much more than a family home. It combines character, space, and modern updates with potential for multigenerational living, or income generation, supported by extensive grounds and outbuildings with further development opportunities. For buyers seeking a property that can adapt to family life while offering financial return, it represents a rare opportunity in this sought-after part of Sussex.

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