5 bedroom detached house for sale

Steeped in history and surrounded by some of West Sussex’s most glorious countryside, Coast & Country by Henry Adams are delighted to represent the sellers of ‘The Mill House’ which is a charming period farmhouse dating back to circa 1825. Offering over 15 acres of grounds and far-reaching views from almost every window, this beautifully situated home provides spacious, versatile accommodation with ample scope for enhancement — a rare opportunity to create a truly special family home.

Set along a private track in the peaceful hamlet of Rackham, the house is perfectly positioned to watch the seasons unfold across fields, woodland, and rolling hills. Inside, the accommodation is arranged across three floors. The generous drawing room, centred around an exposed brick fireplace and log-burner, is rich with character showcasing exposed timbers. Across the hall, the dining room impresses with its period oak flooring and its own fireplace, flowing into an elevated garden room that frames sweeping views of the surrounding landscape.

The double-aspect kitchen features a Rayburn range cooker which also supplies heating and hot water, while a separate utility room offers further storage and functionality. A staircase leads to a sizeable wine cellar below.

Upstairs, the principal bedroom enjoys en suite facilities and countryside views, while two further bedrooms, a family bathroom and a separate cloakroom complete the first floor. Nestled at the top of the house are two additional bedrooms and a shower room, along with extensive eaves storage.

The Mill House is a registered farm and sits within just over 15 acres of grounds, including formal gardens, fruit trees, open pasture, a bluebell wood, and an ancient copse as well as an attractive pond. The gardens are now a natural haven for local wildlife — with regular visits from birds of prey and families of deer. Outbuildings include traditional barns, stabling, a tack room/workshop, field shelter, and a garage.

One of the property’s most unique features is the historic three-storey Rackham Mill, believed to be mentioned in the Domesday Book. With its original wheel, French millstones, and Victorian-era machinery still intact, it offers extraordinary potential as a heritage restoration project.

The Mill House is more than a home — it’s a lifestyle. With its strong village community, complete with a local school, church, shop and welcoming pubs, Rackham is an exceptional place to raise a family. Nature is quite literally on the doorstep, yet the location also offers excellent connectivity: easy access to London and Gatwick, and close proximity to the coast, cultural venues, cinemas and theatres.

Agents Note: Please note there is a footpath running on the western side of the property passing north/ south between the main house and the disused Mill.

Location

Rackham is a peaceful hamlet set within the South Downs National Park, surrounded by unspoiled countryside and close to the historic Parham House and gardens. The area offers an exceptional rural lifestyle with excellent access to nature, walking trails, and local heritage. Nearby Amberley — often called “The Pearl of Sussex” — is a picture-perfect village with a strong community spirit. It features a castle, two pubs/restaurants, a tearoom, village shop, café, primary school, and other amenities including a community centre and Amberley Pottery.

Despite its rural setting, Rackham is well connected. Mainline stations at Amberley and Pulborough provide direct services to London and Gatwick, while the nearby town of Storrington offers a Waitrose, independent shops, medical services and more. The area is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, with opportunities for walking, cycling, golf, sailing on the coast, and world-class events at Goodwood and Cowdray Park.

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Garden

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