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. 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 *Agents note - The copper bath shown in the principal bedroom has been removed. 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.