A row of modern brick houses in a well-kept neighborhood. The house in the foreground features solar panels on the roof, a driveway leading to a garage, and a small patch of greenery. The paved road runs along the front, and the sky is mostly clear with a few clouds, suggesting a bright, pleasant day.
Semi-detached brick house with solar panels on the roof, white-framed windows, and two front doors, indicating dual occupancy; a paved driveway leads to a right-side garage, set in a suburban neighbourhood with clear skies and distant trees.
Modern two-storey brick house with white-framed windows, solar panels on the roof, and an attached garage on the right. A paved driveway leads past a small front garden with neatly trimmed shrubs.
Modern kitchen with light wood cabinetry and black countertops, featuring built-in appliances, a stainless steel sink, and a coffee machine. Decorative plants and bowls add warmth to the clean, contemporary design. Light wood flooring and a dining table with chairs complete the open, well-lit space.
A light-filled dining space with a white rectangular table set for six, each chair featuring a black seat and backrest. A vase of bright yellow flowers acts as the table’s cheerful centrepiece. Above, a minimalist pendant light hangs from the ceiling. To the left, a worktop holds a bowl of grapes, with a washing machine tucked underneath. The backdrop includes green window blinds, framed artwork, and photographs adorning the white walls, all grounded by pale wood flooring that enhances the room’s clean, contemporary feel.
A modern living room with a large glass door opening onto a patio and garden, furnished with a light-toned sectional sofa, a marble coffee table, and a blue ottoman. Two framed abstract artworks hang above the sofa, flanked by dark blue curtains. A contemporary ceiling light and a floor lamp create a warm, inviting atmosphere.
A modern living room with a spacious beige sectional sofa accented by blue throw pillows, facing a flat-screen TV on a wooden stand. A round marble coffee table with decorative objects sits in the centre, while a tall potted plant and a framed picture add character to the corner. Natural light fills the room through a large window with blue blinds and a sliding glass door draped in matching curtains, opening to a green lawn enclosed by a wooden fence. A sculptural ceiling light completes the bright, minimalist space.
Backyard of a brick house featuring a small patio with light-coloured tiles and a neatly trimmed lawn. The house roof is fitted with solar panels, and a glass door opens to the patio from a room with large windows. An air conditioning unit is positioned beside a wooden fence on the right.
A softly lit, modern bedroom with a minimalist design. A bed with light pink and teal bedding, layered with pink and orange cushions, sits centrally against a pale green wall. Above the bed hang two framed cloud illustrations. Wooden nightstands on either side each hold a lamp and decorative accents. To the left, three woven circular wall hangings add texture, while a wicker basket rests near double closet doors. The space feels calm, airy, and thoughtfully styled.

The Hickstead

  • Burgess Hill, West Sussex
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Open plan kitchen/dining area
  • Separate living room
  • Zero home energy bills with Octopus
  • 0.8 miles to Burgess Hill station

The Hickstead is one of our larger three-bedroom homes with over 1100 sq ft of accommodation built with an attractive traditional Sussex look. Beautifully spacious living room with double doors leading to the garden.

Luxurious carpeting, Wi-Fi controlled heating and a durable contemporary finish makes this space perfect for all the family. This home shows our highest standards of design and quality, evident in the fixtures and fittings as well as energy-efficient integrated appliances.

Upstairs, three double bedrooms. Bedroom 1 enjoys a stylish en-suite, while bedroom one and two both benefit from built-in wardrobes.

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Home key features

Thoughtfully designed across two floors, The Hickstead, is one of our larger three-bedroom homes with over 1100 square feet.

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  • Open plan kitchen/dining/living area

    A large open-plan kitchen, dining, and family room with a feature window

  • Separate living room

    The separate living room, with double doors opening to the garden, provides the perfect retreat for relaxation or hosting guests.

  • Wheelchair accessible on selected plots

    On selected plots the ground floor layout is adapted to provide easier wheelchair access.

Modern two-storey brick house with white-framed windows, solar panels on the roof, and an attached garage on the right. A paved driveway leads past a small front garden with neatly trimmed shrubs.

Home of the month

The Hickstead – plot 2

£565,000, including legal fees up to £2,000

The Hickstead is a contemporary semi-detached 3-bedroom home with an open plan kitchen/dining area. Separate living room with double doors open onto the garden.

The main bedroom includes an ensuite & built-in wardrobe. Includes a garage and driveway parking, solar PV panels & EV car charging.

Available homes

Explore all the homes available for this house type, thoughtfully designed to suit a variety of lifestyles. Speak to our sales team for more information about specific plots and future phases.

Plot
Price
Estimated move in
P019
£555,000
Move in now
Zero Carbon
Zero Bills
Wheelchair accessible
P002
£565,000
Move in now
Zero Carbon
Zero Bills
Legal fees included
P018
Reserved
Zero Carbon
Zero Bills
Wheelchair accessible
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Quality
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Our new homes at blend the traditional Sussex village style with modern living. All that’s left to do is put your own stamp on your space and make it yours.

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Style
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Templegate offers a variety of styles and layouts to suit a range of lifestyles. Whichever property you choose – we take care of every detail.

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Sustainability
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We are setting a new standard in the zero carbon revolution at Templegate. Smarter homes that are kinder to your pocket and better for the planet.

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We build beautiful homes where people love to live. Carefully balanced with plenty of play spaces, and open countryside where nature thrives.

Floor plan

Ground floor plan for The Hickstead at Templegate
  • Kitchen
    3.44m x 2.75m
  • Dining area
    3.44m x 2.44m
  • Living room
    5.77m x 3.82m

High quality specification

A modern kitchen interior with a stainless steel built-in oven set within light cabinetry. The oven displays the time "15:55" on a digital screen and features two round control knobs.

Beautifully designed kitchens

The kitchen at The Hickstead is designed for both practicality and modern appeal. It includes soft-close doors and drawers, a laminate worktop and upstand, and a stainless steel sink with a Vado mixer tap.

Electrolux appliances are seamlessly built in, featuring a stainless steel oven, induction hob with integrated extractor, and energy-efficient dishwasher and 70/30 split fridge freezer.

Close-up of a chrome-finished bathtub faucet with a lever handle and an attached handheld showerhead, positioned against a tiled bathroom wall. The showerhead rests at the edge of the tub, its flexible hose looped neatly below the fixture, reflecting a minimalist and modern aesthetic.

Stylish bathrooms

The bathroom at The Hickstead is designed with modern white sanitaryware and chrome fixtures by Vado for a crisp, streamlined look. It features a floor-standing WC, a steel enamel bath with shower screen, and a separate en-suite shower with a wall-mounted mixer tap.

White towel warmers and ceramic wall tiles in selected areas complete the space with comfort and style.

A Vaillant aroTHERM plus outdoor heat pump unit installed next to a brick wall and a wooden fence. The unit has a circular vent design on the front and is elevated on concrete blocks. An electrical switch is mounted on the wall above it.

Heating, electrical & lighting

The Hickstead is equipped with a low-carbon air source heat pump and hot water cylinder, supporting efficient radiator heating and WiFi-programmable controls. LED downlights illuminate key areas, with pendant lighting elsewhere for added character.

Modern touches include USB charging points, TV and Sky Q wiring, and rooftop PV panels. Additional features like an electric vehicle charging point and home energy storage system enhance the property’s sustainability and tech-readiness.

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Interior & exterior finishes

The Hickstead pairs contemporary design with thoughtful ecological details. It features Amtico vinyl flooring in key areas, soft Cormar carpet elsewhere, and crisp white finishes on doors, staircases, and joinery to create a cohesive, modern interior.

Outdoor spaces include landscaped gardens, paved patios, and French doors opening to the rear. Eco-friendly touches like hedgehog access points and houses in communal areas help support local wildlife.

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Security & peace of mind

Our homes provide peace of mind as standard, with mains-fed smoke, heat, and carbon monoxide detectors with battery backup for added safety.

A comprehensive 10-year NHBC Buildmark Warranty includes two years of defect and emergency out-of-hours cover.

Repayment mortgage calculator

Use our mortgage calculator to see what you’d need to borrow and how much your monthly repayments might be.

Your Loan to Value (LTV) would be 10% with a deposit of £57500.
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Development brochure

Download our brochure to explore the elegant design, modern comforts, and thoughtful details that make these homes exceptional.

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"Even the solar panels clean themselves when it rains. No matter what happens with energy prices, we know what to expect."

Steve & Sarah

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Richard & Sue

Berry Croft residents

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Jenny

Woodgate resident

Jon and Sarah stand outside their new build home at Manorwood in Surrey. A light brown front door and bricks are visible behind thm.

"We lived there for thirty-four years and raised our three children in that home, but it was creaking at the seams! We didn’t feel we could leave the house for any length of time without fear of something going wrong, such as a pipe bursting or the roof leaking. We chose a new build home for peace of mind."

Jonathan & Sara

Manorwood residents

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"After sending a friend to check it out for us, we were mesmerised. He called us from his car and said, ‘You need to live here, I’ve never seen a place like this."

Jai & Norbi

Woodgate residents

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