Piltdown — Piltdown

Set within a secure and exclusive gated courtyard in the charming hamlet of Piltdown, The Oast is an exceptional Grade II listed twin kiln oast house, believed to date from the early 1800s. Once part of a working farm, the property was converted in 2005/6 as part of the Moses Farm development - a select collection of distinctive homes, each full of character and individual charm. The Oast combines the architectural heritage of a traditional oast house with the quality and finish of a contemporary home. Exposed sandstone walls, hand-crafted oak latch doors, original beams, and stripped wood floors are carefully balanced by modern comforts such as underfloor heating through the ground floor and stylish modern bathroom suites, creating a home that is both timeless and comfortable. Internally, the house offers over 2,200 square feet of thoughtfully arranged living space, with an emphasis on period charm and versatility - ideal for entertaining as well as day-to-day family living. The superb main sitting room is a true centrepiece, extending over 22 feet and boasting a triple aspect, vaulted ceiling with exposed beams, a wood-burning stove and bespoke book shelving. French doors open to the garden, connecting the indoor and outdoor living spaces. Two further reception rooms provide flexibility: a cosy snug lies off the entrance lobby and a third reception room - currently arranged as a bar - opens to the garden and could serve as a study or formal dining space. At the heart of the home lies a superb triple aspect kitchen and breakfast room, extending to over 30 feet with plenty of space for a large dining table. Fitted with an extensive range of oak-fronted cabinetry and a large central island beneath granite worktops, appliances include a range cooker, additional two-ring gas hob, an integrated fridge/freezer and a dishwasher. A recently re-fitted separate utility room off the inner hall has space for laundry appliances, and a cloakroom completes the ground floor accomm