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The Old Racecourse, Lewes, East Sussex 5 bed detached house for sale
The Old Racecourse, Lewes, East Sussex
£3,750,000
The Old Racecourse, Lewes, East Sussex
£3,750,000
Our Summary
- The Totalisator barn offers significant development potential
- Other uses may be possible subject to planning
- The barn is flanked on each side by three cottages, one with entrance hall, drawing room, study, kitchen/dining room, family bathroom and three first floor bedrooms, another with a drawing/dining room, study, kitchen, two first floor bedrooms and a family bathroom and the last with a kitchen/drawing/dining room with en suite shower room, a study, family room with potential for use as an additional bedroom if required, two first floor bedrooms and a family bathroom
- Planning permission for unique Grand Design dwelling
Description
Rhylstone, a substantial bungalow with approximately 2,400 sq ft of living space, sits on the site of a former racecourse in Lewes, a historic county town in the South Downs National Park. The property boasts breathtaking views and features a welcoming entrance hall, a refined drawing room, a characterful stone-built fireplace, and a triple-aspect sunroom with patio access to the terrace. The well-appointed kitchen/dining room has an array of units, modern appliances, and generous space for a dining table. The accommodation includes a principal bedroom with en suite bathroom, four further bedrooms, two with en suite shower rooms, and a family bathroom. The property has a consented scheme to extend into the adjacent stable block, creating a "Grand Design" dwelling with outstanding views. The private garden surrounds the property, with a raised pond and a wraparound paved terrace, and the driveway leads to a neighbouring outbuilding with a garage, carport, workshop, and a central 110 ft vaulted barn with consent for holiday let, exhibition, and cafe use. The barn is flanked by three cottages, and the surrounding land is laid mainly to post and rail pasture, providing an observation room and an outdoor manège. The property offers a unique opportunity to acquire a piece of Lewes' history and enjoy the vibrant town's amenities, as well as the surrounding countryside and recreational facilities.