3 bed for sale Lion Street, Rye TN31

With its prominent frontage and superb trading location, this unique Grade II listed property is steeped in history. Originally thought to have been two buildings, it now forms one large property dating back to the 1500s, situated along one of Rye’s most prestigious streets. The property has served the town well under several guises including a well-known Tuscan restaurant and popular tea rooms in recent times. The current owners have carefully renovated internally, including updating the wiring, installing a new kitchen and putting in ventilation and sump in the cellar, amongst other things.Whilst offering a spacious three bedroom living space upstairs, the property’s location means that Peacocke Gallery is brilliantly situated to take full advantage of the town’s amenities and passing trade. With a steady flow of both local and tourist foot traffic it offers many opportunities for different uses (subject to any necessary planning consent).LocationThe historic Cinque Port town of Rye is renowned for its cobbled streets, period architecture and beautiful parish church, the town caters for every day modern life and has a range of shopping, health and leisure facilities, as well as great cafes, restaurants, pubs and hotels. Rye has also become something of an arts centre with many galleries and local craft shops. There is also an annual Rye Arts and International Jazz Festival and a Kino cinema complex.The Romney marsh countryside that surrounds Rye is spectacular and with the coast just a stones throw away, there are many good walks and leisure activities to pursue, both on and off the water. The railway station, which is only a short walk away, has local train services to Eastbourne / Brighton and to Ashford, where the high speed connection to London St. Pancras can have you in the capital in 37 minutes.Ground Floor Gallery (5.44m x 4.22m)Ground floor Gallery space and studio: The main entrance opens into a commercial space with dark wooden floorboards throughout, exposed brick walls, a beamed ceiling and a fireplace. The leaded light windows each side of the door look out onto Lion Street.Gallery (5.44m x 4.83m)This is now a successful gallery with large paintings displayed on all the exposed brick walls. In recent past it has been home to the Peacocke Tea Rooms and Tuscan Kitchen Restaurant, so there is an opportunity for different business ideas.Gallery 2 (4.45m x 3.73m)(rear) A door to the left leads to a useful utility room with space for a washing machine and drier. There is also a separate WC.Gallery 3 (8.26m x 2.21m)Towards the back of the ground floor, is a large chimney breast with a working wood burner and this makes for a cosy space for a sofa.Beyond this is a bright and airy space, with large roof lantern that makes the most of natural light, more exposed brickwork walls and glass doors out to the courtyard garden.Studio (8.26m x 2.21m)Here is a large studio which would make any artist jealous. With a large picture window at the end, with views to the courtyard garden, it could work just as well as a workshop. It has a tiled floor, lots of light and space for any maker. Here, several brick steps lead down to theBasement / Cellar (9.65m x 3.71m)This has exposed brick walls and stone floor. Most surprisingly of all is the relatively high ceiling which is due to the floor being dug out – giving more height. It would make a wonderful place to store wine and thanks to new ventilation system and sump it feels dry.Family BathroomThe light family bathroom has a white bath with overhead raindrop shower.Sitting Room (5.03m x 4.11m)This large room, with two internal doors either side of the wood burner, is spacious enough for an open plan living and dining area. It has a relaxed feel with plenty of space for a couple of sofas and large dining table for eight people. It has two sash windows looking out onto Lion Street, ideal for people watching.Inner LobbyWith space for a dresser, leads through to :Kitchen Breakfast Room (3.76m x 3.48m)The kitchen has wooden worktops, panelling, single sink and bright red lino flooring from Germany. There is enough space to eat here while rustling up dinner. The combi boiler is here too.Bedroom (6.17m x 3.58m)This large bedroom has wooden floors with views out to Lion Street from the front and rooftop views from the back. It has beams on the ceiling while walls are painted in bright colours.Second FloorThe second floor has two separate staircases.Bedroom (3.53m x 3.05m)(maximum measurements). Up one winding staircase is a tucked away bedroom with wooden floorboards, built-in storage, bookcases and windows to the front and rear.Bedroom (5.89m x 2.49m)(maximum measurements).At the top of the house, is another bedroom with storage in the eves. It is currently a peaceful home office.OutsideThe rear lobby leads out, through glass doors, to the courtyard garden which gets the sun in the afternoon and early evening. There is also electricity. This secluded spot is large enough for relaxing and outside dining while private enough for a morning coffee. It is fully paved with potted plants and shrubs dotted here and there, so ideal for those looking for a low maintenance retreat.ServicesMains water, electricity and drainage. Gas central heating. Local Authority: Rother District Council. Council Tax Band: D. We have been advised there are no flying freeholds.