8 bedroom detached house for sale
Key information
Property description & features
- Tenure: Freehold
- Characterful Grade II listed property
- Spacious versatile accommodation
- Rural location with privacy and seclusion
- Stable block, koi pond, swimming pool and terraced croquet lawn
- Opportunity for al fresco dining
- EPC Rating = E
Description
Old Bilsham Farm is situated on the edge of the hamlet at the end of a secluded lane. Exuding timeless charm with its origins dating back to the 18th Century this Grade II listed versatile family home seamlessly blends historic character with contemporary comfort.
Accommodation flows throughout with spacious receptions with areas to relax, entertain or work. In previous years the farmhouse has been joined to an array of outbuildings through a lovely conservatory which provides further flexible accommodation. The property can be configured to provide for as many as eight bedrooms with four bathrooms.
The outbuildings to the rear benefit from high ceilings accentuating the well proportioned rooms and of particular note is the first floor drawing room affording natural light throughout and stunning vistas across the coastal plain and the South Downs.
Set in just over an acre of glorious landscaped gardens, this property offers privacy and tranquility. The grounds feature formal lawns, shrub borders, and a secure gravel parking area leading to the stable block and garaging. The highlight being The Courtyard - Principal rooms open onto this enchanting space, which boasts a koi pond, exotic plants, a swimming pool, and a lawned area. The grounds along the west aspect are perfect for outdoor entertaining, al fresco dining with potential for incorporation into indoor living space. Additional features include a terraced croquet lawn, a productive vegetable garden, and a secluded second drive ideal for classic car enthusiasts. In total, the grounds encompass approximately 1.10 acres.
Location
Bilsham is a secluded hamlet comprising a small collection of period homes set amidst arable farmland. Close by the village of Yapton has a small range of local shopping facilities including a well-respected butchers, mini supermarket, primary school, medical centre and parish church, whilst Barnham (approximately 1.5 miles to the north) has a further parade of shops and mainline railway station to Gatwick Airport and London Victoria. Climping beach and Bailiffscourt Hotel and Spa can be found approximately 3 miles away. To the north east, the pretty historic market town of Arundel offers excellent bistros and coffee shops, antique shops and art galleries. The tidal River Arun flows to the Coast and other attractions nearby include the Wild Fowl and Wetlands Centre and the Lido.
The cathedral city of Chichester, provides more comprehensive facilities such as a wide selection of shops, restaurants, cafes and the renowned Chichester Festival Theatre and Pallant House Gallery. There are numerous sport and leisure activities in the area including several golf courses such as Littlehampton and Avisford Park, horseracing at Fontwell Park and Goodwood, boating from Littlehampton, sailing in Chichester harbour and walking in the beautiful countryside either nearby along the route of the historic canal or further north within the South Downs National Park. The nearby Goodwood Estate provides a private airfield, country club and the world renowned Festival of Speed and Revival events at its historic motor circuit.
Square Footage: 8,710 sq ft
Acreage: 1.1 Acres
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