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Mansell McTaggart are delighted to introduce this impressive and highly versatile five double bedroom detached family home, situated within the sought-after residential setting of Hillside Way, Withdean.

Offering a generous amount of accommodation arranged over three principal floors, together with two mezzanine levels, this individual home provides an exceptional degree of flexibility for modern family life. From the open-plan kitchen, dining and family room at the heart of the property, through to the separate reception spaces, five bedrooms, additional den and study, there is an abundance of space for both family living and entertaining.

The property is approached via a private driveway providing off-road parking for multiple vehicles, with steps leading through the front garden to the entrance.

A welcoming entrance hall provides an impressive first point of arrival, with access to the principal ground floor accommodation, stairs leading to the upper floors and a natural flow through to the main living spaces.

Occupying the rear of the property, the open-plan kitchen, dining and family room forms the real heart of the home. Exceptionally bright and spacious, the room benefits from extensive glazing, bi-fold doors and roof lanterns, allowing an abundance of natural light to flood the space. There is ample room for separate seating, dining and entertaining areas, creating a superb setting for both everyday family life and hosting guests.

The contemporary kitchen is fitted with an extensive range of sleek handleless units, together with integrated appliances including twin ovens and an induction hob. There is space for an American-style fridge freezer and a substantial central island incorporates breakfast bar seating, providing an ideal informal dining area and social focal point.

The bi-fold doors open directly onto the rear terrace, creating a seamless connection between the kitchen/family room and the garden and making the space particularly well suited to summer entertaining.

A sliding bookcase door provides access into the separate living room, while also adding an interesting and characterful feature to the property. Enjoying a dual aspect, the living room is a comfortable and inviting space, centred around a wood-burning stove and offering a quieter area away from the main family room.

One of the property’s particularly useful features is the separate ground floor bedroom wing, accessed via an inner hallway from the kitchen/family room. This area comprises two generous double bedrooms and a modern shower room, providing a highly versatile section of the accommodation.

The arrangement lends itself particularly well to multi-generational living, guest accommodation or older children, while the space could equally be adapted to create a dedicated home office suite, gym or additional living accommodation depending on individual requirements.

The larger of the two bedrooms benefits from bi-fold doors opening directly onto the rear terrace, providing a lovely connection with the garden and further enhancing the versatility of this part of the home.

Situated above the ground floor bedroom wing and accessed via its own staircase is a further useful room, currently arranged as a library/study. Separated from the main family accommodation, this would make an excellent home office, library, study or quiet workspace.

The ground floor is completed by a practical utility room with external access, together with a separate cloakroom/WC.

On the first floor, the principal bedroom is a generous double room benefiting from a substantial walk-in dressing room and a stylish en-suite shower room. This provides a comfortable and private principal suite with excellent storage.

A further double bedroom is also situated on this floor and benefits from fitted wardrobes together with views across the surrounding area.

The family bathroom has been beautifully refitted and features stone-effect tiling, a contemporary vanity unit with integrated storage and brushed brass fittings. There is a bath with shower over, concealed-cistern WC and heated towel rail, while a striking marble-effect feature wall provides an attractive focal point.

Adding a real sense of character to the property is a hidden den positioned between the ground and first floors. Accessed through a discreet opening from the staircase landing, this charming space benefits from twin Velux windows and would make an ideal teenage retreat, gaming room, reading nook or children’s playroom.

Occupying the top floor is a further spacious double bedroom, enjoying a vaulted ceiling, fitted wardrobes and skylights overlooking the surrounding greenery. Its position provides an excellent degree of privacy from the main bedroom accommodation and makes it particularly suitable for teenagers or guests.

Outside, the rear garden enjoys a desirable south-westerly aspect and has been thoughtfully arranged for both family use and entertaining. A substantial terrace extends across the rear of the property, providing ample space for outdoor dining, seating and entertaining.

Beyond the terrace is an established lawn bordered by mature shrubs, planting and trees, creating a high degree of privacy and seclusion and providing an attractive green outlook from the property.

To the front, the house is set behind a landscaped garden with mature planting, while the private driveway provides off-road parking for multiple vehicles.

The property also benefits from an integral double garage, which is currently divided into separate areas and provides excellent additional storage. The space offers considerable flexibility and could lend itself to a number of uses, including a home gym, workshop, hobby space or extensive storage, subject to any necessary consents.

This is a particularly versatile family home, combining substantial accommodation with an unusually flexible layout. The combination of five double bedrooms, multiple reception and ancillary spaces, an impressive open-plan kitchen/family room, separate ground floor bedroom wing, hidden den, study, south-westerly garden, private driveway and integral double garage provides a home capable of adapting to a wide variety of family requirements.

Internal viewing is highly recommended to fully appreciate the scale, versatility and quality of accommodation on offer.