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Seller Insight The property was in need of modernisation but when we saw the double height ceilings and amazing sea views, we realised that this was the one for us. We have made some significant changes, including a major refurbishment where we created the large kitchen / breakfast room designed to make the most of the sea views. The recent 2-storey extension increased the floor area by 40%, completing the transition from the original 70s style to a modern and contemporary home,” say the vendors. “The location is fabulous as we’re near to the railway station from where we can easily access London, Brighton, Hastings and Eastbourne. There is a good choice of restaurants, shops and bars, as well as a family run butchers and delicatessen, so all of the day to day essentials are catered for. It’s always a pleasure to visit the De La Warr Pavilion in nearby Bexhill-on-Sea where we enjoy coffee on the balcony and take in one of the many art exhibitions or a show.” “We access the beach from the rear garden and our family always enjoy taking the kayaks out to sea, rock pooling and walking the dog. The patio makes the most of the fantastic views, whilst the lower level patio is more sheltered. It’s quieter with a different ambience and it’s the perfect spot to read the papers with a coffee.” “We can follow the sun around the house as we watch it rise from the balcony in the master bedroom and then enjoy our breakfast in the sunshine looking out towards the South Downs. We often retire to the sitting room in the evening to watch the glorious sunsets, and then, when we’re back in bed, we look out to the quiet sea shimmering in the moonlight and watch the ship lights twinkling on the horizon.” “It’s hard to choose a favourite room but I do tend to use the office every day. It has a lovely view of the water feature in the front garden and I can watch the birds drinking and bathing as I am hidden from their sight. My wife likes to spend time in the hobby room which is also very peaceful.” “The area is very nice, it’s a gentle kind of place and is safe and friendly. I can walk to Little Common with our dog and I enjoy passing a few minutes of time with the friends I have made along the way.” “We celebrated our Ruby Wedding celebration with 40 guests and gazebos in the garden. Our friends and family enjoyed Pimms and G&Ts whilst watching the Eastbourne Air Display in the distance which was capped off with the Red Arrow display.” “We will miss living in this perfect house and the beautiful views, but our family circumstances have changed, and we are looking to the future. Just by chance, we’ve seen a smaller property with good access which will accommodate our needs going forward.” * 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 Stella Maris
We are pleased to offer to the market this stunning and contemporary seafront property in this highly desirable location on Cooden Beach, Bexhill-On-Sea. This recently extended and restyled detached residence has made the most of its southerly outlook with private direct access to the beach offering unrivalled opportunities for aquatic leisure enthusiasts. As you turn into the driveway it is clear ‘Stella Maris’ is a one off. Utmost care has been taken to ensure its design exudes quality and this is evident from the start with the front elevation. Features include the Kloeber ‘Funky Front Door’, angled curtain walling plus casement windows and French doors. Stepping through the front door you will be amazed by the amount of space and light which is enhanced by the Velux electric self-closing roof lights set within the vaulted ceiling. As part of the rebuild 3 years ago one of the best decisions the sellers made was to finish the floors with the ‘Paramo Noce’ porcelain wood effect floor tiles which continue throughout the ground floor. The new build ground floor rooms, also benefiting from a water based underfloor zoned heating system. Immediately to the left beyond two large internal windows lies the home office, complete with CAT6 wiring and with a further window overlooking the water feature in the front garden, it is a bright and calm room, an ideal space from which to conduct your business. Beyond the office and up a couple of stairs the hallway continues, to a cloakroom complete with WC and wash hand basin. Now things get really interesting, whilst stairs on the right serve rooms to the west, the hallway continues to the left and serves the rooms to the east. In front the double doors open through to the hub of the home. A wonderfully flexible arrangement of rooms covering the rear of the property, every effort has been taken to ensure the views are all encompassing and with the vaulted ceilings, patio doors and high windows this space is light and bright all year round. The formal dining room is open with the day lounge; features include a ‘Morso’ Scandinavian log burner, bespoke floating shelves, and very large aluminium patio doors produced as a special order by Everest.
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The porcelain floor tiles continue through to the kitchen and breakfast room in the eastern rear of the property which is also partly open plan with the dining room and day lounge, and takes full advantage of the southerly sea views with patio doors again opening out onto the garden. The kitchen comes complete with integrated appliances; fridge, freezer, dishwasher and ‘Bosch’ double oven and hob. There is a door leading out from the kitchen to the hallway from which the utility room can be found, a very useful space which helps keep the rest of the house organised with the added benefit of an external side door.The hallway continues down a few steps and opens out into the beautifully designed sitting room. An ideal room in which to retire to at the end of a long day; the owners installed a feature gas fire with a Rosal Limestone hearth and surround. This dual aspect living room has floor to ceiling windows overlooking the front garden and facing to the west enjoys the colours from beautiful sunsets. Completing the ground floor is the games room, (potential guest suite). This room utilised by the owners as a games room is set a little lower than the day lounge and has doors leading out to a sheltered rear patio area. An en-suite shower room and walk-in wardrobe provides the potential to make this an ideal guest suite.This lower level also boasts plenty of storage cupboards, the boiler room, a further cloakroom and access to the double garage. Above the garage and games room you will find three bedrooms and three bathrooms. The master suite is of course occupying the rear and comes with a balcony overlooking the sea. For a house of this quality the master certainly doesn’t disappoint coming complete with walk in wardrobe and ensuite shower room. Two further double bedrooms overlook the front garden, whilst a bathroom and a shower room can be utilised as en-suites but still accessed from the landing. The new first floor east consists of a substantial bedroom, hobby room, play room and ‘Jack & Jill’ bathroom. This split level space is unique and benefits from a number of additional Velux self closing roof lights assisting with the ventilation and continuing to provide natural light. The main features include a Juliette balcony to the bedroom and the bathroom is simply exquisite with its pebble bath and wet room shower.
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Step outside Stella Maris
Outside I have already alluded to certain sections of the garden, culminating in the path leading out onto the beach. Predominantly laid to lawn but with an extensive patio area reaching from the breakfast room all the way across the day lounge and down to the guest suite / games room. A grey picket fence and glass panels separate the upper lawn from the lower lawn which slopes down the shallow cliff face to the beach. Here an alcove has been formed to provide sheltered but sun-trapped seating, ideal for sunbathing or enjoying the beach. The garden enjoys a sublime outlook across the sea, extending to the west across Pevensey Bay, to Eastbourne and Beachy head. If you were that way inclined you have the ability to construct a boat house in the cliff face, or even a swimming pool on the upper lawn. Stella Maris is situated only a couple of miles from Bexhill town centre with an array of bars and restaurants in addition to the De La Warr Pavilion arts and entertainment venue. The Cooden Beach hotel is just down the road with its restaurants and beach bar and a little further on the highly regarded Cooden Beach Golf Club can be found. The house is also just a short walk to Cooden Beach Train station, with frequent coastal services to Brighton, Eastbourne, Bexhill, Hastings & Rye plus services to London Victoria and Gatwick Airport via Lewes.
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Agents notes: All measurements are approximate 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 2017 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 24.07.2018
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