SOLD
Master bedroom and two further bedrooms.
Detached storage sheds
Greenhouse
1/5th of an acre of lawned gardens

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The Hermitage, Berwick

A circa 1900s semi-detached cottage in a rural yet accessible location with far reaching views over open countryside for renovation/improvement.

Accommodation comprising: entrance porch, kitchen, dining room, family bathroom, downstairs cloakroom, sitting room, reception room, master bedroom and two further bedrooms.

Two separate detached storage sheds and a greenhouse set in approximately 1/5th of an acre of lawned gardens.

For sale by informal tender with best and final offers to be received by 12 noon on friday, 19th october 2007.

DESCRIPTION
The Hermitage comprises a three bedroom brick and tile construction semi-detached period cottage providing views over unspoilt countryside, in the shadow of the South Downs in the village of Berwick, East Sussex. The property is within walking distance of local services and amenities including a mainline station with frequent trains running to London Victoria (approx. 1h20). The larger towns of Brighton and Eastbourne are approximately 17 miles (30mins) and 10 miles (20mins) to the South West and South East respectively.

Set in approximately 1/5th of an acre, with surrounding lawn gardens, the property has two outbuildings and is readily accessible from Station Road. Overall the property provides for a rare opportunity to acquire a spacious cottage for improvement/enlargement in a much sought after location.

DIRECTIONS
From Brighton town centre, head north on the A270/Lewes Road before turning onto the eastbound A27. After approximately 12 miles, turn left on to Station Road at the 'Drusillas Park' roundabout. Continue on this road, over the level crossing, whereafter the property will be found after approximately ½ mile on the left hand side, neighbouring Berwick Village Hall.

Alternatively from Eastbourne town centre, head north on the A2270 towards Polegate. At the traffic light junction in Polegate, turn left onto the A27. At the 'Drusillas Park' roundabout, take the third exit and then having joined Station Road, follow the directions as above.

PARTICULARS OF SALE
The Hermitage, accessed via two separate pedestrian paths (one of which is informal) through the garden, is a brick and tile construction property, with recently restored roof, providing for residential accommodation over two floors as follows:

GROUND FLOOR
A double glazed door opening into a double aspect porch (6'3" x 4'8") with sink unit with cold tap and fitted cupboards, leading into;

Sitting Room (14'3" x 14'11" max) - containing bay window overlooking the front garden. There is a traditional fireplace and built in cupboard in this room, which also contains the main electrical junction box. Passing through the downstairs hallway, this leads into:

Reception Room (12'1" max x 14'3") - with large windows to the side garden with traditional fireplace with ornate tile surround with mantelpiece. There is also a walk in under stairs storage/cloakroom, together with television and telephone point. The room leads into, via a lockable wooden door;

Dining Room (11'1" x 12'3" max) - incorporating fireplace with glossed brick/wood panel surround and marble hearth with bottled Calor gas supply fitted for heater/fire, window to porch and side garden, telephone point, airing cupboard with hot water cylinder, immersion heater and header tank above. The room leads into;

Family Bathroom (8'10" x 4'7") - the bathroom is entered via a small (4'7" x 2'8") cloakroom/storage room. It incorporates a low level Shires WC with glazed windows to the rear garden, panelled bath with individual taps, electric bar heater and wall mounted sink.

Kitchen (13'4" x 5'6") - is entered from the back porch of wood and brick framed construction (6'7" x 3'8") with lilo flooring. The kitchen comprises a single aspect room with tiled flooring with original fitted kitchen units, walk in larder, and space for washing machine/dishwasher.

FIRST FLOOR
Upstairs landing with attic access above, corridor leads to;

Master bedroom (14'4" x 12'3" max) - with fine views over the front garden and also to open countryside beyond. This room has a cast iron fireplace with ornate wooden surround/mantle, with built in cupboard and a wooden boarded floor.

Bedroom 2 (12'1" x 10'11" max) - with built in cupboard and reading light installed and views over the south facing garden.

Bedroom 3 (11'3" x 12'3") - with windows offering views over the rear garden, an inactive cast iron fireplace with ornate wooden surround/mantelpiece.

All windows and doors are double glazed throughout.

OUTSIDE
The property is accessed from Station Road via two separate pedestrian paths (one of which is informal) leading to both the front and rear door.

The property has sizeable gardens (rear garden approximately 40 metres x 12 metres) to the front, side and rear, with associated herbaceous borders and paths/patio areas with fine views enjoyed over rolling countryside.

These incorporate a wooden framed construction potting shed, divided into two separate rooms (9'10" x 8'10" and 9'4" x 8'10"), together with a corrugated iron general storage/potting shed (10'8" x 7'11") set directly behind the house adjacent to a greenhouse (6'6" x 8'3").

SERVICES
The property has mains drainage, electricity, water, gas and telephone connections.

OUTGOINGS
The property has Council Tax banding D which this year carries a payment to Wealden District Council of £1,459.82.

TENURE
The freehold property is to be sold with vacant possession.

METHOD OF SALE
The property is for sale by informal tender with best and final offers to be provided to Samuel & Son by 12 noon on Friday, 18th October 2007.

Viewing
Strictly by confirmed appointment with the vendors sole agents, Samuel & Son Limited (telephone: (01435) 864020, e-mail:info@samuelandson.co.uk).

PROPERTY MISDESCRIPTIONS ACT
The client agrees to inform Samuel & Son in writing of any inaccuracy or misleading element in the particulars or in the promotion generally of which he is aware or which subsequently materialises during the period of the agency. The client shall indemnify Samuel & Son, their servants or agents against any claim made in respect of any misdescriptions of the property that arises wholly or partially out of the act or default of the client.

IMPORTANT NOTICE
Samuel & Son for themselves and the vendors of this property whose agents are give notice that:
(i) These particulars have been prepared in good faith to give a fair overall view of the property, do not form any part of an offer or contract, and must not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact.
(ii) Purchasers must rely on their own enquiries by inspections or otherwise on all matters including planning or other consents.
(iii) The information in these particulars is given without responsibility on the part of Samuel & Son or their clients. Neither Samuel & Son or any of their employees have any authority to make or give any representations or warranties whatever in relation to this property.
(iv) Any areas, measurements or distances referred to are given as a guide only and are not precise. Photographs are not necessarily comprehensive nor current; no assumption should be made that any contents shown are included in the sale nor with regards to parts of the property which have not been photographed.
(v) Samuel & Son have not tested any services or equipment and nothing in these particulars should be deemed to be a statement that they are in good working order nor that the property is in good structural condition.