2 Albion Street is a beautifully presented period residence situated in a prime position within the historic county town of Lewes. Behind its handsome stucco façade and traditional sash windows, the property offers over 2,200 sq ft of sensitively modernised accommodation arranged across five floors, seamlessly combining heritage features such as original fireplaces and stripped wood floors with bold, contemporary interior styling. Interestingly, the property was the Sussex probate registry from 1857 to 1976 and still has the original steel vault door on the first floor.

The welcoming ground floor features a bright dining room with an ornate open wood-burning fireplace and built-in alcove shelving, leading through to a sleek modern kitchen with integrated appliances and direct access to the rear courtyard garden. The courtyard is a charming, sheltered space with traditional flint walling, a partially glazed canopy and a variety of mature planting, creating an intimate setting for al fresco dining. A dedicated study completes the ground floor and provides an ideal space for home working. Ground floor also has a larder/pantry/coat cupboard plus a cloakroom and an additional access to the rear courtyard.

On the lower ground floor, a versatile suite comprises a comfortable family room, a double bedroom and a modern shower room, offering an excellent solution for guests or multi-generational living. The apartment can be completely self-contained and has it's own private entrance from the street, and has been used as a successful short term let.

The first floor is home to an impressive drawing room with twin sash windows with traditional shutters and a wood-burning stove set within a marble surround. An adjoining music room with an exposed brick fireplace, together with a secondary study/hobby room with en suite shower room, provide further flexible living space.

On the upper floors are three additional bedrooms with en suite facilities, including a principal bedroom on the third floor which enjoys a private and peaceful aspect, complemented by a contemporary shower room. A standout feature of the property is the magnificent second-floor sun terrace. This space, framed by decorative metal balustrades, provides a private sun trap with far-reaching views across the rooftops towards the South Downs.

Note: Our clients have a reserved parking space in Fuller's Yard (closeby) which might be available to a new owner at a rent of £120 pcm.

Situation

The property enjoys a highly convenient central position in the heart of Lewes, one of East Sussex’s most historic and sought-after county towns, set within the South Downs National Park. The property is ideally placed for immediate access to the town’s independent shops, cafés, restaurants, weekly markets and cultural amenities, including the Depot cinema and a range of galleries and riverside walks along the River Ouse. Lewes also offers a strong sense of community and a vibrant mix of historic architecture and modern convenience.

The town is particularly well served for schooling, with options including Lewes Old Grammar School and the highly regarded state schools in the area, together with a number of well-regarded independent schools in nearby Brighton and the surrounding Sussex countryside.

Communications are excellent, with Lewes railway station providing regular services to London Victoria, London Bridge and Brighton, making it an ideal location for commuters. The A27 offers convenient access along the south coast and to the A23/M23, providing links to Gatwick Airport and the wider motorway network.

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