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The Old Racecourse, Lewes BN7 7 bed detached house for sale
The Old Racecourse, Lewes BN7
£2,250,000
The Old Racecourse, Lewes BN7
£2,250,000
Our Summary
- The totaliser building with three adjoining cottages is now available to purchase as a separate lot, offering an exciting opportunity for developers and investors looking for their next project
- The hard work has been done as planning permission has been granted, complete with architect’s drawings, to transform the totalisator building into a cafe with a gallery and holiday-let dwelling providing a generous income
- Totalisator Building & Cottages: - Spanning approximately 3000 sq ft the existing totalisator building, once used for taking bets, is an open plan brick, steel and timber structure offering huge business development potential
- There is potential to request planning for 5 further cottages in place of the heritage centre and café
- Vendor’S Comments: - “This is a rare and exciting opportunity to acquire an exceptional set of properties with planning granted in a unique and highly desirable setting—ideal for multi-generational living, creative ventures, or simply enjoying the beauty of the South Downs
- Planning permission granted for development to create a heritage gallery, café and holiday let with parking and landscaped gardens
- Potential for further development or change of use
Description
Tucked away in an area of outstanding natural beauty, The Old Lewes Racecourse offers a unique opportunity to develop a historic location while preserving its heritage. The totalisator building, spanning approximately 3000 sq ft, has planning permission to transform it into a cafe with a gallery and holiday-let dwelling, providing a generous income. The building is surrounded by three adjoining cottages, currently let for long-term residential use, which can be purchased as one lot alongside the totalisator building. The property is situated in a picturesque hamlet, elevated on a hill facing west, with breathtaking views of the patchwork Downland hills. The location is just five minutes' drive from Lewes, with easy access to London and Brighton, and offers a range of amenities, including schools, cultural attractions, and recreational activities.