2 The Orchard is a calming freehold mews property set in the charming, Lutyens designed, Grade I listed Hoo, with gardens by Gertrude Jekyll. The cottage offers an array of lightfilled accommodation across two floors it has a beautiful 'secret garden' and is set in the heart of the old village of Willingdon. Entrance hall with a cloakroom and turned stairs to the first floor has two entrances to the sociable open plan ground floor living spaces. A sliding door flows onto the 22 ft. sitting room with its feature fireplace, log burning stove and peaceful garden aspect. The windows accentuate the beautiful views, which give an abundance of natural light. French doors lead directly to the terrace and garden. The kitchen/breakfast room comprises an array of bespoke shaker-style units and contemporary integrated appliances, with ample space for dining and entertaining. On the first floor are two well-proportioned bedrooms and chic bathrooms. Both rooms enjoy stunning, elevated views, with a range of fitted wardrobes to both bedrooms. The principal suite has sliding doors to a luxury en suite bathroom with a freestanding bathtub giving views to the Downs) as well as a walk-in shower.

Outside

The property benefits from a front garden laid to level lawn with a traditional brick pathway to the entrance. The characterful rear garden is set against a backdrop of flint and brick-built original wall with archways and views through to the main estate and formal lawns up to the Downs. It features a private sun trapped terrace, level lawn and an array of mature herbaceous borders and shrubs. There is a useful garden store off the patio as well as a separate brick built garden shed.

Situation

The popular village of Willingdon offers plenty of amenities, including a shop/Post Office, village hall, restaurant, beauty salon, church and two public houses. One can walk from the village straight up Butts Lane to Butts Brow on the Downs. Nearby Freshwater Square offers further shops, whilst stations at Hampden Park and Polegate provide links to London. The A27, A23 and M23 offer convenient road connections, with the nearby coastal town of Eastbourne providing an even more extensive range of facilities and cultural amenities. Notable nearby schools in the area include Eastbourne College and Bede’s.

Directions

Travelling towards Eastbourne, continue to the Polegate traffic lights (Junction of A22 & A27). At the traffic lights turn right signed to Eastbourne. Having passed the Harvester Restaurant on your left and having passed through a further set of traffic lights, continue for approximately 0.7 of a mile. Take the turning on the right into Coopers Hill (just before the petrol station) and proceed for approximately 0.3 of a mile. After passing the Chalk Farm Hotel on the right, take the second left into Church Street.