5 bedroom detached house to rent

The Property
Available From Early May Onwards | Unfurnished

Rent is inclusive of water bills!

Tucked away in an exceptionally private, secluded position at the end of a peaceful no‑through road, Sunwood House is a unique and beautifully remodelled 4/5 bedroom, 3‑bathroom detached home with a versatile outbuilding. The property sits directly beside the infamous South Downs Way, giving instant access to National Park walking routes, cycle paths, bridleways, and sweeping panoramic countryside views.

Set within approximately 1/3 of an acre and surrounded by nature with no passing traffic, this is one of the most private homes within the South Downs National Park—an oasis for those seeking complete tranquillity without sacrificing connectivity.

Key Features

4/5 bedrooms (flexible layout)
3 bathrooms
Unfurnished
Incredible privacy – quiet no‑through lane, no overlooking, surrounded by countryside
Direct access to the South Downs Way
Outbuilding
Downstairs 5th bedroom/study ideal for annexe use
Extensive 2020 renovation including:

Solar panels
Air source heat pump
Underfloor heating
Full rewiring
Open‑plan living with bifold doors

Set on approx. 1/3 acre plot

Water & Utilities

Private borehole water supply
Fixed annual water charge: £800, payable monthly to the landlord

Schools

The location is superb for families, with excellent state and private schools nearby—several within a short drive. This includes highly regarded options in Petersfield and surrounding villages, making the home ideal for those prioritising strong educational links.

Location & Lifestyle

Despite the rural seclusion, Sunwood House is only 7 minutes from Petersfield, a charming medieval market town offering shops, amenities, cafés, and direct trains to London.
This rare combination of total privacy, natural beauty, and convenience makes it a dream home for nature lovers, families, walkers, cyclists, and those who want the countryside without feeling cut off.

Availability

Available early May.
Currently tenanted (furnished with tenants’ belongings), the property is now open for viewings.

STRICTLY NO COMPANY LETS/AIRB&B

Referencing Criteria:

Tenant(s) Income; Rent value x 30

OR Guarantor(s) Income: Rent value x 36

If an offer for tenancy is accepted Tenant referencing will be carried out, which will cover:

Verifying your credit status - No CCJ, IVA or adverse credit will be considered.

Verifying CURRENT employer - Clarifying hours of work and earnings.

We are required by law to carry out a Right to Rent check on all occupiers over the age of 18 and a YOTI right to rent check will be carried out irrespective of whether they are a tenant or a permitted occupier. This is entirely separate from tenant referencing and there is no charge for this. If you do not have a UK passport, get your right to rent share code.

Property Description Disclaimer

This is a general description of the property only, and is not intended to constitute part of an offer or contract. It has been verified by the seller(s), unless marked as 'draft'. Purplebricks conducts some valuations online and some of our customers prepare their own property descriptions, so if you decide to proceed with a viewing or an offer, please note this information may have been provided solely by the vendor, and we may not have been able to visit the property to confirm it. If you require clarification on any point then please contact us, especially if you’re traveling some distance to view. All information should be checked by your solicitor prior to exchange of contracts.

Successful buyers will be required to complete anti-money laundering and proof of funds checks. Our partner, Lifetime Legal Limited, will carry out the initial checks on our behalf. The current non-refundable cost is £80 inc. VAT per offer. You’ll need to pay this to Lifetime Legal and complete all checks before we can issue a memorandum of sale. The cost includes obtaining relevant data and any manual checks and monitoring which might be required, and includes a range of benefits. Purplebricks will receive some of the fee taken by Lifetime Legal to compensate for its role in providing these checks.