Tucked away at the end of a cobbled courtyard within the celebrated Chalk Yard development, The Hidden House is the largest and most private plot, offering something truly special. With three bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a striking design that blends heritage character with modern innovation, it feels less like a property and more like a sanctuary. Every detail has been carefully considered to create a home that is as beautiful as it is practical, with light, space and flow at the heart of its design.
The sense of arrival is immediate. A generous reception hall opens into a dramatic, double-height living space, where natural light pours in through skylights and expansive crittall-style glazing. At its centre, a tranquil internal courtyard blurs the boundary between indoors and out, connecting the open-plan kitchen, dining and living area with fresh air, patio and sky. It is the kind of space that adapts effortlessly to the seasons, coffee in the courtyard on a crisp autumn morning, doors flung wide for summer gatherings, or candlelit evenings as light fades into night.
The kitchen itself is a statement in quiet elegance. German cabinetry, stone worktops, and Siemens appliances combine design with function, while the adjoining dining space keeps the experience sociable and open. Upstairs, the vaulted ceilings and thoughtful glazing continue the sense of light and calm, with each bedroom offering its own retreat. The main suite feels particularly indulgent, with its spacious proportions and a free-standing tub that invites long, unhurried evenings.
Rated EPC A, it carries an impressive list of green credentials, from air-source heat pumps and solar panels to triple glazing, underfloor heating and mechanical ventilation with heat recovery. This isn’t just a home designed to conserve energy, it’s a home that enhances comfort and delivers effortless day-to-day living.
What makes The Hidden House so compelling is its balance: part of a boutique collection of just thirteen homes, it is both private and connected. Step outside and you’re moments from Lewes’s historic streets, alive with artisan shops, cafés and culture. Look a little further and the South Downs unfurl before you, offering endless horizons of fresh air and freedom. With Brighton just 14 minutes away by train, and London Victoria under an hour, the location is as practical as it is inspiring.
The Hidden House is not simply a place to live. It’s a place to breathe, to entertain, to retreat, and to grow. A home where every detail speaks of quality and every space invites a lifestyle that feels as effortless as it is extraordinary.
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