A rare luxury new-build opportunity in a sought-after East Sussex village

Featuring just three properties, Emett Gardens in Ditchling is a very exclusive address and a rare chance to benefit from a new-build home in this very sought-after village. One of these new homes in East Sussex has already been reserved, leaving just two luxury five-bedroom houses for sale, each priced £1.2 million.

The four-bedroom home at the rear of the scheme was snapped up soon after the development was launched by Hillreed Homes just a couple of weeks ago. The event caused quite a stir in this normally peaceful part of the world, and many local residents came to see the lavish five-bedroom show home.

"It was important to us for visitors to have time to wander around the glamorous show home, with its superior Alno German kitchen, excellent room layouts and contemporary bathrooms. We were delighted with the response," says sales manager for Hillreed Homes at Emett Gardens, Sally-Ann Wright.

The ‘Bramley' show home provides almost 2,300 sq ft of accommodation over two floors, and benefits from a double garage and a generous rear garden. The tiled hallway hints at the understated high specification that has been lavish on this home. Like the rest of the ground floor, it has underfloor heating, not only giving a comfortable and energy-efficient warmth to the property, but also ensuring that no wall space is lost to radiators. Off to one side is a cloakroom and a double-aspect living room, which has a beautiful fireplace and French doors to the rear garden, making it perfect for relaxation whatever the weather outside.

On the other side of the hallway is a study, providing a private haven even if the rest of the house is bustling. There's also a separate dining room for formal occasions. The kitchen/breakfast room is a highlight, combining style and practicality with a wealth of top-end appliances. There's a utility room to help de-clutter the cooking area and finally a family room, perfect for informal relaxation or entertaining, again with access to the garden.

Upstairs, the master bedroom impresses with its space, extensive storage and an en suite bathroom with a wow factor, including a large bath and separate shower cubicle. Bedroom two has an en suite shower room and there are three further good-sized bedrooms, plus a beautifully appointed family bathroom.

The price tag of £1.2 million reflects the high level of accommodation provided and the desirability of the village, one of the best addresses in the area. Ditchling has a good range of amenities, a primary school and recreation ground close to Emett Gardens and is on the doorstep of the beautiful South Downs, an idyllic location for hiking or cycling. Hassocks station, just a couple of miles away, has frequent services to London, taking around an hour. These new homes are unlikely to remain unsold very long. Hillreed Homes is offering a part exchange option on these properties to assist homeowners struggling to sell their existing property.

The 'Bramley' is the show home at Emett Gardens in Ditchling, and like its neighbouring 'Chailey' home type, costs £1.2 million from Hillreed Homes