Summary - 1 CASTLE RISE LEWES BN7 1UT
2 bed 1 bath Cottage
Compact historic cottage ideal for first-time buyers seeking central Lewes location.
Double-fronted period cottage with traditional features and fireplace
Short walk to Lewes Castle, town centre and South Downs National Park
Two bedrooms and a generous, modern-style shower room
Walled courtyard garden with brick & flint town wall and rear access
Freehold, gas boiler and radiator heating; council tax affordable
Small overall size (~517 sq ft) and very small plot — limited space
Solid brick walls likely uninsulated; single-glazed in places (energy concern)
Some finishes require updating; suitable for renovation-minded buyers
Tucked just off New Road and a short footpath to Lewes Castle, this double-fronted period cottage offers compact, characterful living in the heart of historic Lewes. The house has two bedrooms, a generous shower room, a full-width sitting room with fireplace, and a small walled courtyard garden bounded by the refurbished flint town wall — a rare private outdoor space so close to the town centre and South Downs National Park.
The property is freehold, gas‑fired central heating, and benefits from good mobile signal and average broadband for remote working. Local amenities, independent shops, cafes and schools are all within easy walking distance, and Lewes station provides direct services to Brighton and London. Council tax is described as affordable for the area.
This is a traditional solid‑wall Victorian cottage with exposed floorboards and period detail, but it will suit buyers comfortable with an older house: there are single‑glazed windows in places, assumed no wall insulation, and some finishes are basic or in need of modernisation. The house is small (about 517 sq ft) and the plot is very small, so it’s best suited to first‑time buyers or downsizers wanting central location and character rather than large living spaces.
Viewers should note the property’s compact scale and the need to consider energy efficiency improvements if desired. Overall, the cottage offers an attractive, quiet setting and strong location benefits, with real potential for sensitive updating to improve comfort and value.
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