Property description
A substantial detached residence located in a private lane, formerly two detached cottages one of which was once owned by the 1920's local architect and artist, Mr Reginald Fairfax Wells, and enjoying an elevated position with wonderful secluded gardens of just over one and a quarter acres.During the 1950's, both cottages were joined together and now has spacious accommodation with a wealth of character features.The property would ideally suit a family but could also be used to run a bed and breakfast business due to its size and excellent location.The main cottage has an entrance hall with a staircase to the first floor and under stairs storage cupboards leading off to a study with built-in cupboards and a seperate WC. A door leads through to the impressive triple aspect drawing room with a large fireplace, stripped wooden floorboards and beamed ceiling. To the first floor the landing has a staircase rising to the second floor, and there are two double bedrooms, the master being particularly spacious with a dressing area complete with built-in wardrobes and a full modern refitted ensuite bathroom with seperate shower enclosure. There is also a main refitted family shower room. The second floor accommodation comprises two further bedrooms, both benefitting from having built-in wardrobes.From the large drawing room on the ground floor, there is a lobby which has a large walk-in boiler room, and leads through to the entrance hall of the second cottage with stairs rising to the first floor. The ground floor accommodation has a study/snug with a built-in bar, utility room, kitchen breakfast room with a range of bespoke base and wall mounted units, complimented by granite worksurfaces and has built-in appliances to include a double oven and electric induction hob with space for a dishwasher. A wonderful sky light draws in light into the breakfast area and is a particular feature of the room. There is also a further dual aspect sitting room with an open fireplace and a beamed ceiling with French doors opening onto a covered terrace area with a wonderful Wisteria, and offering views over the gardens.To the first floor, there are two double bedrooms, both benefitting from having built-in wardrobes and ensuite shower rooms.Outside, a gravelled driveway with electric gates leads up to the property with a turning circle to the front and ample parking to the rear. There is a swimming pool, partially heated by solar power, and several patio areas offering an ideal space for entertaining. the gardens are a particular feature have many different areas stocked with mature shrubs and established trees offering complete privacy. A stream winds its way towards a large pond which in turn leads to a much larger pond. At the very bottom of the garden there is a vegetable patch and greenhouse.Adjacent to the rear of the property is a large coach house offering parking for several vehicles and has lapsed planning consent for conversion into a two bedroom annexe with garaging. Planning details are available from Horsham District Council, planning reference D/11/2165008.
Property Features :
- Detached residence offering a wealth of character features
- Beautiful leafy country lane location
- Secluded, landsacped gardens of just over one and a quarter acres
- Six bedrooms
- Four bathrooms - Three being ensuite
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