House, Ripe Lane, Ripe, Lewes, East Sussex

Eckington House is a magnificent Grade II* Listed home which is thought to date circa 1620 to 1640. The property offers handsome red brick elevations and 4,000 sq. ft of beautifully presented accommodation. Original details including exposed timber beams and impressive fireplaces sit alongside understated modern décor and fittings.

The two main reception rooms at the front of the house are the similarly proportioned drawing room and dining room. The drawing room has a dual aspect and a grand fireplace with a multi-fuel log burner, while the dining room also features a multi-fuel stove. The inner hall leads to the library with its stylish colour scheme, fitted shelving and door opening onto the rear garden, as well as to the comfortable sitting room with fireplace and multi-fuel stove, which also opens to the garden. The kitchen and breakfast room has space for a breakfast table for informal dining, as well as fitted units to base and wall level, integrated appliances and an (off peak electricity) electric Aga. The pantry, boot room, utility and cellar all provide further space for home storage and appliances.

The first floor having an impressive landing. The principal suite with stunning beamed ceiling, multi-fuel stove and generous en-suite bathroom, three further double bedrooms, one of which having en suite bathroom with over-bath shower. A family bathroom completes this floor, while stairs continue to the second floor to a large studio space amidst the timber roof eaves and a study area and a dressing area.