Spacious Edwardian semi in Sedlescombe — retirement purchase option with large rooms, garage and garden.
Three generous double bedrooms with high ceilings and large windows
Large living and dining rooms ideal for entertaining or hobbies
Kitchen/breakfast room plus separate utility and cloakroom
Private courtyard garden, garage and parking; near recreation ground
Lifetime Lease example price £284,750 for 60+ buyers (market £425,000)
Timber-frame construction (no assumed insulation) — retrofit costs possible
Single shower room only; council tax Band E (above average)
Services/appliances untested; buyers should verify tenure and consents
Nestled just off Sedlescombe’s village green, this substantial semi-detached Edwardian home offers generous, light-filled rooms and period character suited to downsizers seeking space without remoteness. High ceilings, large bay windows and oversized reception rooms create an airy feel; the kitchen/breakfast room and adjoining utility form a practical family-friendly hub. The house is chain free and includes parking and a garage, with a private courtyard garden and nearby recreation ground for outdoor relaxation.
This property is being marketed with an example Home for Life Lifetime Lease price for buyers aged 60+, typically saving 20–50% against full market value. The guide Lifetime Lease price shown is £284,750 (market value £425,000) but the exact price will vary by age and the percentage share purchased. The plan allows purchasers to buy up to 50% of the property value to safeguard capital; Homewise do not own the property and it remains available at full market price to other buyers.
Practical considerations: the house dates from before 1900 and has timber-frame walls with no assumed insulation, plus secondary glazing; while these features contribute to character, they also suggest potential running and retrofit costs. There is a single well-appointed shower room only and the council tax is Band E (above average). Services and appliances are untested — buyers should verify utilities, tenure and any covenants before committing.
In short, this is a rare, roomy village residence with strong period appeal and flexible ownership options for those aged 60+, or the wider market at the full asking price. It will particularly suit purchasers who value character, central village living and the opportunity to tailor purchase structure for future financial security.