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Seller Insight Beautifully decorated throughout, the house has been updated by the current owners. “I love the island that we added to the kitchen and the surfaces which just sparkle when the light catches them, but the area we have worked hardest on has been the garden. We collaborated with the landscapers to really make the most of the views and to be sympathetic with the surroundings. We are extremely lucky to get sunshine from dawn until dusk.” Placed on the so-called Ridge, the property lies 132 feet above sea level, in a highly prestigious and well kept development of just 23 exclusive properties over a stretch of half a mile. The house boasts outstanding elevated vistas across to the English Channel and Beachy Head. “You just get lost in these amazing views,” says the current owner. “A neighbour used to say that entering Ore Place was like entering an oasis and I think she hit the nail on the head.” One of the most sought after areas of Hastings, historic Ore Place was originally the site of a former manor house and remains part of a conservation area comprising 100 acres of woodland and parkland. Though located on the outskirts of town, it offers easy access to local coastal beauty spots, esteemed state and private schools and excellent transport links. “There are many National Trust properties and lovely little towns such as Rye and Tenterden all within a very easy drive, and of course you can easily hop on a bus to Eastbourne” says the current owner. “You have got countryside and beaches right on your doorstep - there are some really lovely walks nearby as well as nature reserves, which is what started our love of bird watching. There is so much to do whatever your age or interest.” Hastings itself is an historic and pretty place, loved for its old-fashioned aesthetic and seaside charm, and boasts a rich cultural calendar. “The Old Town really is lovely with its wonderful mix of restaurants, coffee shops, artisan bakeries and boutiques, plus you’re able to buy fresh fish straight from the fishermen on the beach. The newly renovated pier is lovely to promenade on and of course there is the Jerwood gallery,” says the current owner. “I spend a lot of the time at the kitchen sink and it is just wonderful being able to look out of the window over to Normans Bay” says the current owner. “However, my favourite room would be the bedroom, with the pleasure of waking up & either seeing the boats on the water or the snow on the downs - every day is different!. We get sun all day long, coming up at the front of the house and setting at the back. We all have our favourite parts of the garden: my husband liked the bench on the top terrace, whereas my daughter loves the ‘Italian’ garden. My own favourite is the patio just by the meadow as it is perfect from morning coffee right through to a well-earned G&T in the evening! We have had 18 years of happy retirement and family life here; all the Christmases, birthdays, summer barbecues come rain or shine, watching the Eastbourne Air Show from the garden far too many memories to pick just one!”* * These comments are the personal views of the current owner and are included as an insight into life at the property. They have not been independently verified, should not be relied on without verification and do not necessarily reflect the views of the agent.
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Step inside 18 Ore Place
Set in the grounds of the ruined medieval church of St Helens and the site of former Victorian Manor House of Ore Place (which served in its time as a Jesuit Seminary where Teilhard de Chardin, scientist and theologian, was its most famous student, then later as an Army Record Office before being demolished). The property is approached by a tree lined avenue and is set on a beautiful spot well back from the road, with amazing distant sea views towards Beachy Head at the rear. The exclusive development was built by well known local builder Steed Developments and is well laid out and was sold as Hastings premier address!
Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty with over 100 acres of conservation woodland and parkland to the rear, the development was built to be one of the most sought after locations within Hastings. The seaside and coastal attractions are close by, along with the Old Town and the main town, supermarkets, schools and the hospital are all within reach. Close by are the towns of Historic Battle and St Leonards, as well as Bexhill-On-Sea. For sports you have Sailing at Bewl Water, Golf at Cooden Valley, local horse riding facilities and both Rye Harbour and Eastbourne Marina are within a short drive away.
The house itself is decorated throughout to a high standard and is amazingly spacious with a wide bright hallway and lovely oak staircase leading up to the large galleried landing on the first floor. For formal dining, the dining room is of a good size with space big enough for a family sized table and chairs and has a pleasant front facing aspect. The sitting room is light and bright with sliding patio doors leading out onto the terrace and with far reaching sea views to the rear. In the kitchen, a functional kitchen island and new work surfaces have been added recently and provide a modern contrast to the more traditional light oak units. There is also an arch to the large open plan breakfast room with sliding patio doors and views out to the distant sea, which in turn leads to the utility room. For flexible use you have a downstairs shower room and study/ bedroom 6 which could be utilised as an annexe wing for a family member. Upstairs, both the master bedroom and the guest bedroom have ensuites, and there are another two double bedrooms and a large single bedroom plus family bathroom with freestanding shower. All of the bedrooms come with built in storage and the rear facing rooms have the beautiful views over to the Channel and Beachy Head.
Transport links are accessible by road or rail, with the ring road to the A21 to London and Sevenoaks close by and train links from Hastings or Battle take you into central London for commuting.
For parking there is a large sweeping driveway with parking for several cars and this leads to the double detached garage complete with personnel door to the side and power. A weaving path leads to the front door and covered loggia effect porch extending over the front and to the left of the house.You have side access to the rear garden.To the rear are carefully laid terraces incorporating flagstones from the cellar at Ore Place itself, and beautifully kept flower and shrub borders leading to a tiered rockery and down to a piazza, perfect for an evening drink. There is a gate at the end of the garden which leads out to the open plan meadow, where you own the section immediately in front of the garden.
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THE HOUSE PORCH Open in design and constructed from timber pillars with a tile hung roof. Runs from the front door to the end of the house and around to the side door, providing a nice covered area. ENTRANCE HALL Hardwood front door and double glazed window lead into the large and spacious hallway. A wooden staircase with turned spindles leads up to the first floor and the galleried landing.The hall is light and bright as you can see all the way through to the rear of the house and the views beyond through the kitchen. Hall cupboard housing storage and the alarm system. Carpeted. DINING ROOM Large front facing double glazed window has a pleasant aspect over the driveway and front gardens. Spacious enough for a large family dining table and chairs. Carpeted. SITTING ROOM Beautifully bright and inviting, there are large sliding patio doors that lead out onto the terrace and a double glazed window to the side. Feature fireplace with gas effect fire. Beautiful far reaching views to the rear. Carpeted. KITCHEN/BREAKFAST ROOM Big double glazed picture window overlooks the garden and the far reaching views beyond. Refitted with a kitchen island, light oak style units, cast iron handles, new cream sparkling quartz effect work tops and new inset sink unit. Integrated Miele gas hob and electric
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double oven. Fitted dishwasher. Arch to breakfast area with sliding double glazed patio doors to the rear and wonderful views out to the distant sea. Plenty of space for a table and chairs or even use the space as a family area with a sofa instead. Vinyl flooring throughout. UTILITY ROOM Accessed from the kitchen, with a double glazed window to the rear and a door to the garden at the side. Full of a variety of matching wall and base units, with a cupboard housing the wall mounted boiler. Space for a washing machine. Vinyl flooring. STUDY/ BEDROOM 6 Large picture window making a light room with views out over the front garden. Good sized multi purpose room currently used as a study, but could be used as a downstairs bedroom with the shower room next door as its companion. Great for a family member to have the two rooms together as an annexe style suite of rooms. Cupboard housing the cased fuseboard, further cupboard for storage. Carpeted. SHOWER ROOM Double glazed window to the side. Corner shower cubicle, wc and wash hand basin. Part tiled walls and carpeted. GALLERIED LANDING Double glazed window to the front. Turned oak bannisters frame the large landing area. Airing cupboard with shelving. Carpeted. BEDROOM 5 Double glazed window to the front. Walk in storage cupboard ideal for freestanding hanging rails or fitted shelving. The partition here could be removed to incorporate the area into the bedroom. Carpeted. GUEST BEDROOM Wonderful size guest room with a large double glazed window to the front with views over to the ruins of St Helens Church. Built in fitted wardrobes with double opening doors. Carpeted. Door to en-suite shower room. GUEST EN-SUITE With corner shower cubicle, wc. and wash hand basin. Carpeted. MASTER BEDROOM What a room to wake up in, with far reaching views over to the sea.The double glazed window to the rear is large and makes the room lovely and bright. Built in wardrobes with double doors that extend further on each side. Carpeted. Door to the en-suite bathroom. MASTER EN-SUITE Double glazed window to the side. Bath with shower mixer tap over. Wc and wash hand basin. Part tiled walls and vinyl flooring. BEDROOM 3 Double glazed window to the rear with far reaching views. Fitted wardrobe cupboard with double opening doors. Carpeted. Loft access to the part boarded loft space. BEDROOM 4 Double glazed window overlooking the rear with far reaching views. Fitted walk in cupboard suitable for storage or freestanding hanging rails or shelving.The partition here could be removed to incorporate the area into the bedroom. Carpeted. BATHROOM Double glazed window to the side. Fitted with a four piece suite including bath, corner shower, wc and wash hand basin. Lovely large picture style windowsill for products or display. Part tiled walls and carpeted.
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Step inside 18 Ore Place OUTSIDE DRIVEWAY Sweeping driveway with parking for several cars and leads to the double garage. DOUBLE GARAGE Detached double garage with twin up and over doors leading to the inside. Personnel door to the side, eaves storage area, power and lighting. FRONT GARDEN Open plan with shaped winding path to the side and front door. Sculpted lawns with mature flower and shrub borders and mature hedging. Knee rail perimeter fence and garden lighting. REAR GARDEN Beautifully landscaped and maintained with feature terrace containing reclaimed original flagstones that have been restored and laid as part of the terraced seating area outside the house. Set out with various eating and drinking areas, the garden has been designed to maximise on the beautiful views that reach far out to sea and to Beachy Head.There are terraced levels all with their own features and steps set with sleepers, a rockery area, and a favorite piazza at the end of the garden which is the perfect place to enjoy that drink at the end of the day and watch the sun set. MEADOW Through the gate at the end of the garden is the share of the open meadow that is the adjoining area between the house and the ancient woodland beyond. Each house is responsible for their share and it can only be used as a meadow area with no buildings erected or high fencing. It is a great area for a gazebo or a family party.
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Agents Notes: All measurements are approximate and quoted in imperial with metric equivalents and for general guidance only and whilst every attempt has been made to ensure accuracy, they must not be relied on. The fixtures, fittings and appliances referred to have not been tested and therefore no guarantee can be given that they are in working order. Internal photographs are reproduced for general information and it must not be inferred that any item shown is included with the property. For a free valuation, contact the numbers listed on the brochure. Copyright Š 2016 Fine & Country Ltd. Registered in England and Wales. Company Reg No. 06959315 Registered Office: Morgan Alexander Kent Ltd (formerly Fine & Country Kent Ltd.) 36 King Street, Maidstone, Kent, ME14 1BS. Printed 05.10.2016
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