Charming former rectory in favoured National Park village.

Description

The Old Rectory is a beautiful and very special, attached Grade II listed home of character featuring wonderful room proportions throughout. Understood to date from the early 19th century, the property is prominently positioned in the heart of the village and enjoying views to the South Downs across stunning countryside. Of note, the two south facing reception rooms forming the living and family rooms with their floor to ceiling sash windows, complete with shutters, and open fireplaces have the full benefit of the glorious downland vistas. Furthermore, the main hallway with its sweeping staircase is a most impressive feature of the property.

The property is approached via a gravel driveway which sweeps around to the rear of the property and its neighbours to a parking area to the east of the house. Beyond is a gate leading to a double carport at the bottom of the garden.

Paths lead from the parking area to the main front door as well as separately to double doors directly into the kitchen/dining room. The front door leads to an entrance hall giving access to the kitchen/dining room which is over 30 feet in length. A former chapel and adjoining study provide versatile work from home opportunities and there is extensive cellar space, perfect for wine storage.

On the upper floors are four bedrooms, the principal suite has a large walk in wardrobe and good sized bathroom with separate shower. This room enjoys the fabulous south westerly views across farmland. The remaining bedrooms each have their own bathroom facilities.

Outside the lovely landscaped gardens take full advantage of the setting with level lawns, established colourful borders with mature hedging. A screened swimming pool and hard tennis court offer the opportunity to relax and a lovely flagstone terrace provides a wonderful spot for al fresco dining with a backdrop of the South Downs.

Location

Tillington is a sought after village located close to the market town of Petworth. It is served by a recreation ground, church and the highly regarded pub, The Horseguards Inn. Petworth, that lies at the heart of the South Downs National Park and is home to the 17th Century National Trust owned Petworth House and beautiful 700 acre deer park, which is ideal for long, country walks. Petworth has a range of antique shops, independent boutiques, restaurants and delicatessens. The larger town of Haslemere just 10 miles north, offers a wider range of shops and supermarkets. Guildford in Surrey and the Cathedral city of Chichester, both with renowned Theatres, are also available and have more extensive shopping and leisure facilities. The A3 provides fast access to London, the motorway network, Gatwick, Heathrow and Southampton airports. The surrounding area has much to offer with Polo at Cowdray Park, racing at Goodwood and Fontwell, golf at Cowdray Park, Goodwood, Pulborough and Liphook, motor racing at the Goodwood circuit and sailing out of Chichester Harbour and other centres along the South Coast. There are many footpaths and bridleways in the area for walking and riding.
There are an excellent selection of state and independent schools in the area including Chichester High School, Bishop Luffa, Westbourne House, Prebendal, Great Ballard Seaford College, Dorset House and Midhurst Rother College.
All distances and journey times are approximate.

Square Footage: 5,422 sq ft


Acreage: 0.56 Acres

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Additional Info

Services: Mains water, electricity, and drainage. Oil fired central heating LPG for cooking.