5 bedroom detached house for sale

Charming family house with views over the South Downs in this highly sought after village. Description With origins believed to date back to the 1700s, Manor Farm is a charming property situated in the sought-after village of Lodsworth. The house is exceptionally well balanced with a wealth of character and entertaining options. Accommodation is predominantly arranged over the ground floor, with three bedrooms and three bathrooms here and features generous ceiling heights and well-proportioned rooms creating a light and spacious atmosphere. There are two further bedrooms on the first floor, including the principle suite. At the heart of the home are the reception, dining room and sitting rooms- wonderfully inviting and open spaces with a large wood-burning stove in the centre. True to the tradition of a proper country house an excellent kitchen / dining room is a standout feature. Generously sized and centred around a classic four-oven AGA, it offers both functionality and charm with views across the central courtyard and out to the rolling West Sussex countryside. Manor Farm has the added benefit of an indoor pool within the house that can be utilised or adapted to suit and incoming purchasers preferences. Occupying a secluded and private position within the village, close to the 11th-century church, Manor Farm enjoys a wonderful setting. The property itself defines the northern boundary, enclosing a generous courtyard designed as an elegant sun terrace complemented by beautifully landscaped ornamental gardens. A large timber-framed gate leads to a gravelled turning circle, arranged around a summer house/office with sunken spiral wine cellar. Beyond this area, the grounds gently slope southward, revealing fabulous panoramic views across rolling South Downs countryside. Enhancing the recreational appeal of the property, the southern boundary is home to a well-maintained AstroTurf tennis court, presented in excellent condition. Location Manor Farm is located in the highly sought after village of Lodsworth, within the South Downs National Park. It is home to The Hollist, an excellent village pub and The Lodsworth Larder, an award-winning community run village shop. The nearby towns of Midhurst and Petworth offer a wider range of shops and services. There is good access to London and the south coast via the A3 and a regular fast South West Trains service runs from Haslemere to London Waterloo taking approximately 56 minutes. Gatwick, Heathrow and Southampton airports are within reach. There is a wide range of schools in the area including Bedales, Churcher’s at Petersfield, Seaford College at Petworth, Brookham and Highfield at Liphook, St Edmund’s at Hindhead and Charterhouse at Godalming. Recreational and sporting facilities in the area include polo and golf at Cowdray, racing at Goodwood, and good riding and walking along the extensive network of bridleways. For the arts, Chichester is home to the well renowned Chichester Festival Theatre and Guildford for the Yvonne Arnaud Theatre. Square Footage: 4,955 sq ft Acreage: 1.5 Acres Directions Petworth 4 miles Midhurst 4 miles Haslemere 11 miles (London Waterloo 56 minutes) Petersfield 14 miles Chichester 16 miles Guildford 22 miles London 51 miles (All distances and times are approximate) Directions (GU28 9DE) Leave London on the A3, exit at the Milford junction and follow signs for Haslemere on the A286. On entering Haslemere, turn left at the end of the high street onto the A2131 Petworth Road. After approximately 2 miles, turn right signposted Lurgashall Winery. Follow this road for approximately 4 miles, and on entering the village of Lodsworth continue past The Hollist Arms and after approximately 100 yards turn left into Church Lane. Follow this lane downhill for approximately 50 yards, turning right immediately before the church. Follow this track for approximately 100 yards, and after turning left and then right, Manor Farm will be found on your right hand side.