6 bedroom detached house for sale

A wonderful detached barn style property set in approximately 9 acres of well cared for grounds including stabling for six horses, a detached barn with annexe above and a substantial detached stone building with veranda overlooking the pond

The property is situated within the South downs National Park in the quaint hamlet of Woodmancote, which lies equidistant from the larger villages of Henfield and Hurstpierpoint. Both villages boast bustling High Streets and offer an eclectic range of local shops and amenities. The commuter village of Hassocks, with its mainline train station provides regular rail services to London. There are also a range of revered state and private schools locally.

Situated next to the original siting of the Coach House, this sympathetically built modern home showcases all the charm and character of the original building with a wealth of french oak and the inclusion of a raft of modern comforts. The sizable triple aspect sitting room with mezzanine galleried area is wonderfully light with a vaulted ceiling and french doors leading out onto the stone terrace making for a great entertaining space. The handmade kitchen compliments the style of the building with a range of handmade oak units and worksurfaces. Five bedrooms serviced by three bathrooms are arranged over the ground and lower ground floor. It should be noted that the lower ground floor benefits from electric underfloor heating throughout. Set within its gardens and grounds are a range of outbuildings. A large veranda overlooks the pond where there is a detached ‘Pond House’ comprising two large rooms with one currently used as a workshop and store. A detached barn with a two bay carport and garage with studio accommodation above comprising a fully fitted kitchenette, bathroom and double bedroom provides the perfect space for guest accommodation. A gated stable block with stabling for six horses and a tack room compliments the large grounds of approximately 9 acres with an exciting prospect for any discerning equestrians.

KITCHEN
Oak wall and base units
Oak block worksurfaces
Inset ‘Butler style’ sink
Space for range cooker with extractor fan over
Integrated dishwasher
Space for fridge freezer

BATHROOMS
Ground Floor Bathroom
Freestanding bath with floor mounted taps
Wall mounted shower
Low level w.c. suite
Pedestal wash hand basin
Principal Bedroom En-Suite Shower Room
Fully tiled shower with wall mounted shower and hand shower attachment
Low level w.c. suite
Two freestanding stone wash hand basins
Heated ladder style towel radiators
Tiled floor
Lower Ground Floor En-Suite Shower Room
Fully tiled shower with wall mounted shower and hand shower attachment
Low level w.c. suite with concealed cistern
Wash hand basin with cupboards under

SPECIFICATION
Floor mounted ‘Grant’ oil fired boiler located in the utility room
Useful utility room with space for further appliances
Large sitting room with mezzanine study/bedroom 6
Gardens and grounds amassing to approximately 9 acres

OUTBUILDINGS
The Pond House
Accessed via a large arched timber door with wrought iron fittings made by a local blacksmith. The Pond House comprises two rooms with double doors leading out onto the veranda overlooking the pond. Features include a granite stone open fireplace, ‘Amtico’ flooring with electric underfloor heating throughout.

Detached Barn
The detached barn comprises a two bay carport and garage with a one bedroom, bathroom and open plan kitchen/sitting room studio flat above. Features include a south facing Juliet balcony and electric underfloor heating throughout.

Stabling
There is a gated stable block with stabling for six horses and a tack room and hay store.

EXTERNAL
The property is approached via electronically controlled wrought iron gates and over a sweeping shingle driveway. Gardens surround the house on all sides with areas of patios. Behind the house there is another decked area and further gardens with a pizza oven and a South African barbecue. The gardens continue to the front and are predominantly laid to lawn continuing on to the approximately eight acres of paddocks. There is a gated stable block with stabling for six horses to the side of the house along with detached barn and pond house with veranda overlooking the pond.

Tenure: Freehold