Summerhill Gardens

Summerhill Gardens is a new build development by Bovis Homes, situated on Ersham Road, Hailsham, East Sussex, BN27 2RG. The development consists of a collection of 3, 4, and 5-bedroom new build houses, curated for families, first-time buyers, and downsizers seeking a balance of market town living and countryside access.

Development Overview

The development comprises a range of detached and semi-detached properties, with current availability focusing on 3 and 4-bedroom designs. The overall price range for the development starts from £205,000 for a 50% shared ownership share and extends to over £509,995 for larger, open-market 4-bedroom homes. Examples of available house types include the Cypress, Spruce, and Rose models. Bovis Homes, a well-known national housebuilder, is officially recognised as a 5-star builder for customer satisfaction by the Home Builders Federation (HBF), though potential buyers should review independent customer feedback on older developments.

Property Details

The properties feature modern layouts designed for practical family living. For instance, the 3-bedroom Rose house type is a detached home featuring a large sitting room and an open-plan kitchen/dining room with double doors providing direct access to the garden. Key specifications across the house types include stylish fitted kitchens, open-plan living areas, and bi-fold doors, with spacious master bedrooms benefiting from en-suite bathrooms. All new build homes are designed to modern energy-efficiency standards and are sold with a 10-year warranty, providing long-term peace of mind. Specific house types, such as the 4-bedroom Chestnut, are available with Shared Ownership, with a 50% share starting from £240,000 (subject to eligibility and terms).

Location Benefits

Summerhill Gardens is located approximately half a mile from Hailsham town centre, a historic market town that hosts weekly and monthly artisan markets in Market Square, alongside a selection of local pubs, restaurants, and high-street shops. Local amenity access is excellent, with major supermarkets including Waitrose and Asda nearby, along with a retail park. Family-focused services include Hailsham Leisure Centre (gym, swimming pool, bowling) and Knockhatch Adventure Park. The development is positioned close to green space, overlooking the East Sussex countryside, near the 22-acre Hailsham Country Park and with the South Downs National Park within easy reach. Educational options include Burfield Academy (0.4 miles) and White House Academy (1.1 miles).

Practical Information

Road connectivity is provided by the nearby A22, offering a drive to Eastbourne in under 20 minutes and running north toward London (approx. 57 miles), where it connects with the A23. The A27 provides links to Kent and West Sussex. For rail commuters, Polegate train station is approximately a 6-minute drive away, offering direct Southern services to London Victoria, Brighton, and Ore. Local bus services, including the Regency route 28 (running every 30 minutes), connect Hailsham with Lewes, Brighton, and Eastbourne. Show homes are currently open for viewing. Purchasers are advised to contact the developer for specific plot availability, full house type specifications, and to confirm shared ownership eligibility criteria.