6 bedroom country house for sale

A five bedroom farmhouse with garden and extensive outbuildings and barns, set in 17.5 acres

The owners have lived at Knighton Farm since 1997, initially as tenants and more recently as owners. A huge part of the attraction of Knighton Farm is the ring-fenced nature of its land, the lovely views and the position of the farmhouse itself, which stands at the heart of the holding. Approx. 30 years ago a previous owner ran the property as an equestrian yard, with extensive facilities that are now in need of repair and updating. A detached cottage at the head of the driveway (let out on an Assured Shorthold Tenancy) is available to purchase by separate negotiation.

The Main House
Although hard to corroborate, the original part of Knighton Farmhouse is thought to date back to approx. 1600, with later additions in about 1820. Constructed of brick, flint and chalk under a tiled roof, the house is not listed and offers accommodation across three floors.
The entrance hall leads into the two main reception rooms, the sitting room and family room, both with open fires and views out over the front garden. The kitchen has a 4-oven Aga and central island, with fitted dresser and space for a dining table to one end. A door leads out to the rear courtyard, with a covered veranda providing access to the pantry, home office and stores. The boot room (with side door to the courtyard), laundry room and downstairs cloakroom are all accessed off the kitchen.
Stairs lead from the entrance hall to a half-landing with a double bedroom and ensuite bathroom just off. There is also a large family bathroom, with large linen cupboard storage, which serves the remaining four bedrooms on the first and second floors.

Lot 2 - The Cottage £450,000
Known as Knighton Farm Cottage, the cottage is independent and extends to about 1,130sq ft, with a sitting room, kitchen/dining room, three bedrooms and a bathroom.

It has a private garden and off-street parking. In all about 0.14 acre.

Please note that the cottage is available by separate negotiation but no sale of the cottage will be considered until the main property is sold.

The farmhouse stands almost centrally within the 17.5 acres that encircle the house. The gardens then wrap around the farmhouse, providing areas of lawn, kitchen garden, orchard and terraces, from which to enjoy relaxing and outdoor eating. There is a lovely enclosed garden courtyard to the rear, secure and perfect for dogs and safe play for small children.
Historically the property has long been enjoyed by the family for equestrian use, with the majority of the land down to pasture and grazing. An outdoor riding arena lies beyond the yard of stables and barns to the south.

Supporting the farmhouse is a brick-built coach house, with a number of stores and a home office above. There is also a garage and the extensive yard of barns and stables.