Summary - BERWICK HOUSE ARLINGTON POLEGATE BN26 6SD
4 bed 2 bath Detached
Large Edwardian family home with panoramic South Downs views and huge private grounds.
Approximately 3,802 sq ft including insulated summerhouse with power and internet
Tucked on the edge of the South Downs, Berwick House is a substantial late‑19th/early‑20th century detached family home offering nearly 3,802 sq ft of living space and sweeping unbroken views across rolling countryside. Period details — marble mantels, tall ceilings, working fireplaces — combine with flexible living areas including a vaulted barn-style space currently used as a gym/yoga studio. The principal suite enjoys panoramic outlooks and there are several further generous bedrooms, making this well suited to a family seeking space and character.
The grounds are a major asset: a huge, mostly private plot with mature tree belts, structured garden "rooms," a pond and an insulated summerhouse with power and internet. A separate garage and private driveway add practical convenience, while Berwick station is a 0.4‑mile walk for direct rail links to Lewes, Brighton and London, and nearby schools include Bede’s and other well‑regarded options.
Buyers should note material considerations honestly. The house is period stock (built c.1900) and, despite sensitive restoration, will need ongoing maintenance and sympathetic updating in places. Broadband speeds are average; council tax is high (Band G) and the rural setting may carry planning restrictions on extensions or redevelopment. These practical points sit alongside enormous potential: outbuildings, large rooms and the barn space offer scope for annexe conversion, home working or further improvement.
Overall, this is a rare rural family home offering scale, privacy and exceptional Downland views. It will suit buyers who value heritage features and generous outdoor space and who are comfortable commissioning period maintenance or modest modernisation to unlock the property’s full potential.
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